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KrossHexagon
mtb
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Origin
Hexagon has been the volume MTB in the Kross catalogue since the mid-2000s, predating the more performance-oriented Level. It targets first-time and recreational trail riders who want a reliable, well-specced aluminum hardtail without paying for premium components. The name has been consistent through nearly two decades of model year updates.
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Specifications
- Frame
- Aluminium Performance 6061, hardtail, internal cable routing, disc brake mount
- Drivetrain
- Shimano 2×8 (Acera M3020) on mid builds; entry builds Shimano 2×7 (Tourney); 2024 higher builds gain Shimano Altus 1×8
- Brakes
- Mechanical disc brakes on base builds; hydraulic MT200 on 4.0+ builds
- Wheels
- 27.5" or 29" (size-dependent); alloy double-wall rims
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The verdict
+Strengths
- Excellent value-per-component for the price bracket
- Wide availability across European dealers makes servicing easy
- Step-through variant widens rider accessibility
−Weaknesses
- Mechanical disc brakes on base builds require more maintenance than hydraulic
- SR Suntour entry fork lacks rebound adjustment on lower specs
- Heavy by modern XC standards — not a performance race bike
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