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product_id: 89595962
title: "Kestrel Rt-1000 Flat Bar Shimano 105 Bicycle"
brand: "kestrel"
price: "FREE"
currency: NZD
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 3
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/89595962-kestrel-rt-1000-flat-bar-shimano-105-bicycle
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# Kestrel Rt-1000 Flat Bar Shimano 105 Bicycle

**Brand:** kestrel
**Price:** FREE
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

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- **What is this?** Kestrel Rt-1000 Flat Bar Shimano 105 Bicycle by kestrel
- **How much does it cost?** FREE with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/89595962-kestrel-rt-1000-flat-bar-shimano-105-bicycle)

## Best For

- kestrel enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kestrel brand quality
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## Description

The rt-1000 is the ideal choice for enthusiasts or endurance road riders who like to stretch out their mileage on the weekends doing Gran fondos, who may have back problems or who simply want a top-of-the-line machine but without the race geometry. The endurance geometry features a taller head tube that puts the rider in a more upright position to ease back fatigue, a longer wheelbase that increases stability, and a slightly sloping top tube that allows the rider to mount and dismount more easily. Flat bar models feature ergonomic grips and a slightly wider Width saddle.

## Features

- About this item
- Constructed of Kestrel enhanced modulus hybrid carbon -a combination of 800K and 700K carbon Fibers- it's lightweight and stiff as well as compliant
- Shimano 105 front and rear derailleurs with Shimano RS700 11 speed flat bar shifters and 105 11spd 11-32t cassette
- Oval concepts 527 18/24H alloy wheelset with vittoria zaffiro Pro 700x25c folding tires
- Oval concepts 600 31.8mm alloy flat bar with 5 degree sweep and zip service course stem and across the clamp integrated headset
- Pro logo kappa 2 T2.0 rail saddle with Kestrel EMS Pro Aero seat post

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

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    This is a great bike for the price!
  

*by M***Y on Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2018*

I would not call this a fitness bike but a true flatbar road bike.  Being full carbon it is pretty light and has a good, proven equipment group (shimano 105).  It uses an endurance road geometry (you can get this same frame with drop bars as well) so, although the the flatbar does provide a more upright position, this bike will not likely be as comfortable as a true fitness or hybrid style.  Furthermore, the 25mm tires and carbon fork (not suspension) are also counterpart to standard roadies rather than comfort type bicycles.So essentially this bike is equipped with everything a roadie is (sans drop bars), except it will not be as aerodynamic.  Both because it puts the rider in a more upright position to begin with and the hand position on the bar naturally bends the elbows outward producing a large torso profile to grab air.  I particularly noticed an increase in aero-drag at 17 mpg on up.Keep in mind that flatbar bikes are comfortable overall but often produce discomfort on your hands during longer rides (for me over 40 miles).  This is mainly due to lack of alternative hand positions.  This is where traditional drop bars do excel in that they allow for more hand configurations which can reduce hand fatigue.  However, the addition of end bars can provide alternative hand positions.  I use end bars in a mid-bar configuration on my bike and find it produces enough hand position variations that I can ride long distances without hand discomfort anymore.  I have completed 3 centuries in the last month on this bike.The cons about this bike are that the seat is terribly uncomfortable and the wheelset is very basic.  However, both of these items are often replaced on much costlier bikes.Overall, I really like this bike.  It is quick, looks great and has a lot of quality features for the price.  If you are looking for an alternative to a standard drop bar configuration I would recommend it .

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 







  
  
    Great bike for anyone with back or neck issues.
  

*by R***Y on Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2018*

I have had neck issues for years now due to herniated disks in my neck. I had always wanted to get into road biking but the neck pain kept me away. This bike was a great solution for me. Not only is the upright position more comfortable for me, but the balance on this this bike is so perfect that I can ride without hands allowing me to sit completely upright. The bike is super light so as its fully carbon fiber which help tremendously when going up-hills or riding fast. If you wanted to you could always upgrade the handle bars and components to turn this bike into a more standard road bike for fitness or speed riding set-up. Also live how fast this bike is!! This was a great buy for me.

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    Beware: this bike is not at all comfortable
  

*by G***R on Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2018*

As always, depends on what you are looking for.This is a road bike and with a very, very stiff frame: good for some, bad for others.The first thing to do is to replace the 25mm front tire with a 28mm at lower psi to reduce vibration. You could try a 32mm tire but it may not fit the fork width. also, I have end bars on order and will use pipe foam to cover them which should help reduce the vibration to my hands.The second thing to do is get a Serfas seat with SPRINGS. The aerodynamic seat post can not be replaced with a shock absorbing one.Forget padded biking shorts, they will not do the job.The third thing is to replace the back tire with a larger lower pressure one. Be aware of the narrow width of the frame.I was infatuated with the idea of a carbon bike but, as a fitness rider, I should have gotten a gravel bike instead - all that glitters is not gold.

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-02-25*