Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
KHS
2021 KHS Flite 280
Value Guide market data · 2021 KHS Flite 280
12-month trend
14%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
9%
Drops faster than category avg
Price over time - 2021 KHS Flite 280
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Overview
About this bike
2021 KHS Flite 280 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork
- Carbon w/Aluminum Steerer, Flat Mount Disc, Straight Blades
- Frame
- New Disc Design, 6061 Aluminum w/Custom Formed Double Butted T/T & D/T, Internal Cable, Flat Mount Disc, Replaceable Derailleur Hanger
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano Claris
- Bottom Bracket
- FSA Cartridge Bearing
- Cassette
- Shimano HG200-8, 12-32T, 8-Speed
- Chain
- KMC Z8.3 w/Missing Link
- Crankset
- FSA Vero Aluminum, 50x34T, XS:165mm, S-M:170mm, L-XL-175mm
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano Claris FD-R2000, 31.8mm
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Claris RD-R2000SS
- Shifters
- Shimano Claris STI, ST-R2000
Brakes
- Brake Levers
- Shimano Claris ST-R2000
- Brakes
- Tektro MD-C550 Dual Piston, Flat Mount Road Cable Disc Brake w/160mm Rotors
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- FSA Vero Compact Bend, 31.8, XS-ML:42cm, L-XL:44cm
- Headset
- FSA Integrated Cartridge Bearing
- Saddle
- DDK Road Padded
- Seatpost
- KHS Aluminum Micro-Adjust, 27.2mm
- Stem
- Aluminum 3D Forged, Threadless 4-bolt, 7-degree, 31.8, XS-S:90mm, M-ML:100mm, L-XL:110mm
- Grips
- Cushion Tape
Wheels & Tires
- Front Tire
- Kenda K-193 Kwest Road, 700c x 28
- Hubs
- Front: KK Aluminum Disc, QR, Rear: KK Aluminum Disc QR, Cassette
- Rims
- Weinmann XP-24 Aluminum Double Wall
- Spokes
- 14G Stainless Black, 24x28
Pedals
- Pedals
- Full Aluminum w/DU Bearing
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Carbon inspection
Tap test the frame, fork, seatpost, and bars for cracks; verify no impact damage near dropouts.
Inspection
Brake hoses & cables
Check hydraulic line bleed, cable housing wear, and confirm rotors are within spec.