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Planet X Kaffenback SRAM Apex 1 Mechanical Bike

Hit the road in style when you head out on the updated, modernised & ultra-capable Kaffenback. With a triple-butted steel frame, relaxed geometry, lightweight carbon fork and rack and mudguard mounts, It's the best four-season commuter available on the market.

SRAM Apex 1x11 speed Groupset
Rever Havit Mechanical Disc Brakes
Token G23 Wheelset
Tyre clearance up to 40mm (700C)
DN6 Chromoly Steel Frame with Carbon Fork
Approx Bike Weight (Medium) - 11kg

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$1,153.00

Shipping calculated at checkout.

Expect dispatch in 14 days

Available on Cycle to work

Colour

Charcoal & Tea

Small Medium Large X-Large

Rider Height	Suggested Frame Size
5′4″ to 5′8″	480mm / SML
5′8″ to 5′10″	500mm / MED
5′10″ to 6′0″	520mm / LRG
6′0″ to 6′3″	540mm / XL

		S	M	L	XL
A	Head Angle (degrees)	71.0	72.0	72.0	72.5
B	Head Tube (mm)	125	145	165	185
C	Top Tube Effective(mm)	535	550	570	590
D	Seat Tube Angle (degrees)	74.5	74.0	73.0	73.0
E	Seat Tube C-T (mm)	480	500	520	540
F	Chainstays (mm)	425	425	425	425
G	BB Drop (mm)	72	72	72	72
H	Stack (mm)	536	558	577	598
I	Reach (mm)	386	390	394	407
J	Front Centre (mm)	594	595	605	620
K	Wheelbase (mm)	1013	1014	1030	1045

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Frame

The Kaffenback is a true Planet X classic. Elegant and timeless, it's narrow tubing is built using custom drawn chromoly steel giving the Kaffenback a unique, smooth and springy ride feel. Featuring the core geometry of a touring road bike, combined with that of a gravel voyager with full bottle, mudguard and pannier mounts.

Groupset

SRAM Apex 1
SRAM's off road focused Apex® 1 drivetrain provides the gear range and the shifting simplicity to let you simply go where you want. Mechanical brakes offer great stopping power that won’t break the bank.
Easy shifting and wide gearing
The Apex® 11-speed mechanical shifting gives you all the gears you need in the palm of your hand. It's technology that makes cycling easier-so you can tune into the experience and build on it. An 11-42 powerglide II cassette, teamed with a 42 tooth x sync crankset, provides a wide range of gears that will keep you moving wherever and whenever you choose to ride.
Rever’s dual piston mechanical calipers deliver no nonsense stopping power and reliable braking.

Frame

The Kaffenback is a true Planet X classic. Elegant and timeless, it's narrow tubing is built using custom drawn chromoly steel giving the Kaffenback a unique, smooth and springy ride feel. Featuring the core geometry of a touring road bike, combined with that of a gravel voyager with full bottle, mudguard and pannier mounts.

Groupset

SRAM Apex 1
SRAM's off road focused Apex® 1 drivetrain provides the gear range and the shifting simplicity to let you simply go where you want. Mechanical brakes offer great stopping power that won’t break the bank.
Easy shifting and wide gearing
The Apex® 11-speed mechanical shifting gives you all the gears you need in the palm of your hand. It's technology that makes cycling easier-so you can tune into the experience and build on it. An 11-42 powerglide II cassette, teamed with a 42 tooth x sync crankset, provides a wide range of gears that will keep you moving wherever and whenever you choose to ride.
Rever’s dual piston mechanical calipers deliver no nonsense stopping power and reliable braking.

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📏 Sizing and Geometry

Rider Height	Suggested Frame Size
5′4″ to 5′8″	480mm / SML
5′8″ to 5′10″	500mm / MED
5′10″ to 6′0″	520mm / LRG
6′0″ to 6′3″	540mm / XL

		S	M	L	XL
A	Head Angle (degrees)	71.0	72.0	72.0	72.5
B	Head Tube (mm)	125	145	165	185
C	Top Tube Effective(mm)	535	550	570	590
D	Seat Tube Angle (degrees)	74.5	74.0	73.0	73.0
E	Seat Tube C-T (mm)	480	500	520	540
F	Chainstays (mm)	425	425	425	425
G	BB Drop (mm)	72	72	72	72
H	Stack (mm)	536	558	577	598
I	Reach (mm)	386	390	394	407
J	Front Centre (mm)	594	595	605	620
K	Wheelbase (mm)	1013	1014	1030	1045

🔧 Build Kit

Stainless Steel M5 Bolt 22mm Thread Locking Individual

Selcof Carbon Steerer Fork Bung MK 4 / 23-24mm ID

Selcof Alloy Bolt Up Seatclamp / 29.8mm

Bike Build Packaging Rear Derailleur Protector

Selcof Headset Spacer Set / 1 1/8" / 15mm + 10mm + 5mm / Black

Token Omega Headset For Tapered 1" 1/8th – 1.5" Fork Steerer

🔧 Groupset

SRAM Apex 1 Mechanical Disc Brake Lever / 11 Speed Right

SRAM Apex 1 Mechanical Disc Brake Lever / 1 Speed Left

SRAM GXP XR Bottom Bracket (With Spacers) / 68/73mm

SRAM Apex 1 GXP Chainset (No BB) / 172.5mm / 42 Tooth

SRAM PG1130 Cassette / 11-42T

SRAM Apex 1 Rear Mech / 1 x 11 Speed / Long Cage

SRAM PC1110 11 Speed Chain / 116 Links

Avid Centreline Disc Brake Rotor / 160mm Centrelock

Rever Havit Flat Mount Dual-Movement Disc Caliper / Front

Rever Havit Flat Mount Dual-Movement Disc Caliper / Rear

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Easy Assembly

Assembling your new bike couldn't be easier. Every bike comes expertly packed at least 95% pre assembled, with step by step instructions to get the bike ready to roll.

So you can get out on that first ride without delay!

Hand Built in South Yorkshire

All Planet X, On One, Holdsworth and Titus Bikes are expertly hand built to order in South Yorkshire.

Every bike is comprehensively inspected before shipping to ensure your bike is perfect when it arrives at your door.

Not sure on your size? Get Fitted!

Get fitted to your bike at Planet X Headquarters by one of our trained fitters.

With our Mini Bike Fit, we can advise on sizing, optimise your ride for maximum comfort and efficiency and help you make the right component choices. all for a refundable deposit of £25.

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