Ghost Kato FS: suspension setup & specs
The Ghost Kato FS is a trail bike with 130 mm of fork travel. Below you will find all 6 current builds with fork, plus SAG values in millimetres and a tyre pressure table.
Calculate the setup for your Ghost Kato FS →
All builds
Fork, weight and price according to the manufacturer. Wheel size: 27.5 / 29.
| Build | Fork | Weight | RRP | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27.5 | Suntour XCR34-Boost AIR 2CR (130 mm) | – | €1,499 | Setup → |
| 29 | Suntour XCR34-Boost AIR 2CR (130 mm) | – | €1,499 | Setup → |
| Universal 27.5 | RockShox Recon Silver RL (130 mm) | – | €1,999 | Setup → |
| Universal 29 | RockShox Recon Silver RL (130 mm) | – | €1,999 | Setup → |
| Pro 27.5 | FOX 34 Float Rhythm (130 mm) | – | €2,499 | Setup → |
| Pro 29 | FOX 34 Float Rhythm (130 mm) | – | €2,499 | Setup → |
How it compares
At 130 mm, fork travel is 10 mm shorter than the median of the “trail bike” category (140 mm, 44 bikes). Within Ghost’s mountain bikes, it sits between the Ghost Lector FS and the Ghost Riot Trail on travel. The frame is made of aluminium.
Prices for the Ghost Kato FS start at €1,499 (27.5), below the category median of €3,000. For the Pro 29 build, Ghost asks €2,499. The fork line-up ranges from the Suntour XCR34-Boost AIR 2CR to the FOX 34 Float Rhythm. According to Ghost, the maximum system weight (bike, rider and kit) is 120 kg. Depending on build or size, the wheels are 27.5 / 29.
Setup notes for this spec
- Fork (RockShox Recon Silver RL): air goes in through the valve on top of the left leg. After every change, compress the fork firmly a few times before measuring SAG.
- Rebound: on FOX and RockShox suspension the rebound adjuster is red. Always count clicks from fully closed (clockwise to the stop) so you can return to any setting.
- Hardtail: only the fork needs setting up. With no rear suspension, rear tyre pressure is the key adjustment for comfort and grip.
Target SAG for the Ghost Kato FS
SAG is the share of travel your weight already uses in the riding position. The table gives it straight in millimetres – read the O-ring on the stanchion and adjust the air pressure until it matches. Any figures from Ghost take priority.
130 mm fork (all builds)
| Riding style | Fork SAG |
|---|---|
| XC / touring | 17 % = 22 mm |
| Trail | 20 % = 26 mm |
| Enduro / rough | 22 % = 29 mm |
| Bike park | 20 % = 26 mm |
How to measure SAG is explained in our guide SAG setup.
Tyre pressure starting values
For 2.40″ wide tyres, tubeless with a trail casing. With an inner tube about 0.2 bar (2.9 psi) more, with an insert about 0.1 bar (1.5 psi) less. Stock tyres: XLC VT-M20 Summit 57-584; XLC VT-M20 Summit 57-622.
| Ready-to-ride weight | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| 60 kg | 1.43 bar (21 psi) | 1.63 bar (24 psi) |
| 70 kg | 1.55 bar (22 psi) | 1.75 bar (25 psi) |
| 80 kg | 1.67 bar (24 psi) | 1.87 bar (27 psi) |
| 90 kg | 1.79 bar (26 psi) | 1.99 bar (29 psi) |
| 100 kg | 1.91 bar (28 psi) | 2.11 bar (31 psi) |
| 110 kg | 2.03 bar (29 psi) | 2.23 bar (32 psi) |
| 120 kg | 2.15 bar (31 psi) | 2.35 bar (34 psi) |
Air pressure in the fork
You will find a suitable starting pressure on the sticker on the fork stanchion or in the suspension manufacturers’ setup charts. Our calculator gives you a starting value including rebound for your weight and riding style. What matters afterwards is the measured SAG from the table above.