2018 KHS FLITE 280
| MSRP | US$ 709 |
|---|---|
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Gearing | 2 × 8 |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Claris |
KHS’s 2018 FLITE 280 is a modest component level aluminum frame fitness bike.
| Frame | Alloy 6061 w/Custom Formed Double Butted TT & DT, Internal Cable, Bi-Oval Pro Seat Stays, Replaceable Derailleur Hanger |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon with Alloy Steerer, Straight Blades |
| Bottom Bracket | Cartridge Bearing |
| Headset | Integrated Cartridge Bearing |
| Stem | KHS Alloy 3D Forged, Threadless 4-bolt, 7-degree, 31.8, Men’s: XS-S: 90 mm, M-ML: 100 mm, L-XL: 110 mm, Ladies: XXS: 80 mm, XS-S: 90 mm, M: 100 mm |
| Handlebar | Alloy Drop, Compact Bend, 31.8 Men’s: XS-ML: 42 cm, L-XL: 44 cm, Ladies: XXS-XS: 38 cm, S-M: 42 cm |
| Saddle | Ultracycle Road Padded, Ladies: KHS Road Ladies Padded |
| Seatpost | Alloy Micro-adjust, 27.2x350mm |
| Pedals | Wellgo Resin w/Alloy Cage & DU Bearing |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano FD-R2000 Claris, 31.8 mm clamp |
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| Rear Derailleur | Shimano RD-R2000 Claris |
| Shifters | Shimano ST-R2000 Claris |
| Crank | Shimano FC-RS200 Alloy, 50/34 XS: 165, S-M: 170, L-XL: 175 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200-8 12/32 8-Speed |
| Chain | KMC Z8 w/Missing Link |
| Brakes | Alloy Dual Pivot |
| Brake Levers | Shimano ST-R2000 Claris |
| Rims | Alloy Double Wall w/CNC Sidewall |
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| Spokes | 14G Black, 24X28 |
| Tires | Road 700X25C |
2 × 8 — 16 speed
The 2018 FLITE 280 is easier to ride up hills than similar bikes.
The 2018 FLITE 280 is geared about the same as similar bikes for riding downhill.
Rear Derailleur Hanger
| MSRP | US$ 709 |
|---|---|
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Gearing | 2 × 8 |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Claris |
2 × 8 — 16 speed
The 2018 FLITE 280 is easier to ride up hills than similar bikes.
The 2018 FLITE 280 is geared about the same as similar bikes for riding downhill.
Rear Derailleur Hanger