Modern metal for the dirt - the evolution.
Kite Ti Mk2 frameset - NEW
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Modern Metal for Dirt. The ultimate smooth riding, clean looking modern gravel bike. The new Kite comes with a completely redesigned and unique titanium fork with 3D printed crown and dropouts.
Lifetime Warranty
Lifetime Warranty
Every Singular frame is backed by a lifetime warranty for the original owner, reflecting our commitment to quality and durability.
Free Delivery to UK and USA
Free Delivery to UK and USA
Shipping is free within the US and UK. Shipping to other destinations will be calculated on checkout. We fulfil orders from our locations in Dunstable, UK and Portland, OR, USA. Customers in those countries will pay no further duties or taxes - what you pay gets it to your door.
If you are from outside the UK or US you will be shown prices in your local currency. This price excludes any sales taxes, which may then be assessed by your local authority on import.
TRIED AND TESTED
The model has evolved over the 15 years since, now crafted from Titanium, employing additive manufacturing methods to provide the ultimate smooth riding, clean looking modern gravel bike.
VERSATILE BY NATURE
Dress it up any way you please – plush 45mm tyres and ‘guards for winter roads, 30s for some summer speed, ‘cross tyres and hit a race or two, it can even take some full 29" or 27.5" mtb tyres for some singletrack action.
SMOOTH IN EVERY SIZE
We select each individual tube in each frame size to ensure optimal ride characteristics for that frame size - and the corresponding size and weight of rider expected to be riding it.
Product Information
Geometry
Specifications
- 3D printed fork crown and frame and fork dropouts.
- Headtube and Headset: 42/52 internal headset - Campagnolo standard. King Dropset 2, Hope 8J
- Tyre Clearance: Clearance for 700×55 or 650×60 (29×2.1" or 27.5×2.3") tyres. 700x48 with mudguards/fenders.
- Chainring: Double chainring 50-36 max (a double chainring may limit tyre clearance)
- Bottom Bracket: 68mm BSA threaded bottom bracket shell.
- Thru Axle: 142×12 thru axle (axle supplied) (TA spec 163mm M12 P1.5 11mm).
- Seat Post: 27.2mm seat post - internal dropper post cable
- Steerer: Tapered steerer (1.125"-1.5")
- Cable Routing: Internal dynamo cable routing in right fork leg
Design Notes
Modern metal for the dirt - the evolution:
The Kite gravel platform began as a steel, rim braked cyclocross frameset with loads of tyre clearance. The model has evolved over the 15 years since, now crafted from Titanium, employing additive manufacturing methods to provide the ultimate smooth riding, clean looking modern gravel bike.
Sublime ride whatever the size:
Unlike many production frames, I select each individual tube in each frame size to ensure optimal ride characteristics for that frame size - and the corresponding size and weight of rider expected to be riding it. Not only do tube diameters change through the size range, but wall thickness and profiles deliver sublime handling, responsiveness and comfort no matter what size the rider.
The ultimate chameleon:
Versatility is a virtue. In this age of increasing specialisation it’s easy to get sucked into the trap of thinking you need a gravel bike, a winter bike, a touring bike, a cross bike etc etc. The Kite can be all those things. Dress it up any way you please – plush 45mm tyres and ‘guards for winter roads, 30s for some summer speed, ‘cross tyres and hit a race or two, it can even take some full 29" or 27.5" mtb tyres for some singletrack action. Maybe add some bags for a bikepacking epic. In whatever configuration the ride is sublime.
Reviews
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"Like its namesake bird of prey, the Singular Kite is quick and sure-footed, ready to attack climbs and glide through rough roads."
- Josh Weinberg, The Radavist -
"A wonderfully versatile, confidence inspiring and workable drop-bar frameset that’ll take you from road to trail in style."
- Katherine Moore, Cyclist Magazine -
"This is one of the nicest gravel bikes I have ridden, ever!"
-Dave Arthur, Just Ride Bikes
