KTM X-Strada Master

KTM X-Strada Master - Ultimate gravel machine with carbon frame and electric Sram gears.

Austrian premium manufacturer KTM is an expert when it comes to off-road two-wheelers. So it was only logical that the cross specialists expanded their range a few years ago to include a new, special gravel bike line. After all, gravel biking is far more than just a trend. In fact, the gravel bike is the most versatile type of bike. You can ride it on almost any road, from asphalt to gravel. Even forest paths and trails can be ridden, whether sporty or more enjoyable. KTM is launching two model series, one with an aluminium frame and one with a carbon frame. Starting with the X-Strada 20, the aluminium models come with a lightweight carbon fork. In both series you will find different equipment variants for every budget.

All KTM Carbon Gravel models come with modern 1-speed drives, i.e. with a chainring on the crank. Besides the fine carbon frame, the highlight of the X-Strada Master is the electric Sram Rival eTap AXS groupset. The shifting impulses are transmitted from the shift/brake lever to the 12-speed rear derailleur by radio. This means you benefit from lightning-fast and 100% precise gear changes when riding off-road. The service-friendly GRX disc brakes have also been developed for reliable operation under adverse conditions. And of course KTM has given the Master an adequate DT-Swiss wheelset.

Newly developed frame made of premium carbon

First and foremost, carbon is significantly lighter than aluminium. The scales speak for themselves: Thanks to carbon and the slimmed-down 1-speed drivetrain, between one and two kilos can be saved on the total weight, depending on the model. When developing the carbon frame, KTM opted for a moderately sporty geometry so that even longer tours are fun. The rear triangle and fork blades of the carbon models are wide enough to accommodate tyres up to 45 millimetres wide. Threaded eyelets in the appropriate positions allow two water bottles or other accessories to be mounted. In addition, a LowRider luggage rack can be attached to the fork.