2020 Kink Gap XL Overview
The Gap XL is just that, an extra-large 21” toptube version of the tried and true Kink Gap. Featuring modern geometry, the frame, fork and bars also add some 4130 chromoly into the mix and is available in two great colorways Matte Translucent Maroon and Gloss Translucent Black. Components found on the Gap XL take things up a notch and are not to be missed.
Not only will it look the part, the taller 9.25” Kink Buffalo CC bars, Kink Stryker forks, Kink Bold HRD stem
, sealed Mission Engage cassette hub, and Kink Ridge 3-piece tubular chromoly cranks help it to feel and perform the part. The addition of a Stealth seat and seat post are not to be overlooked either and add both adjustability and modern compatibility. Modern frame geometry brings a lower bottom bracket and raised standover height to the Gap XL, for a stable ride.
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2020 Kink Gap XL Highlights
- Less than $400
- After market Kink Parts
- For Tall Riders
- Geometry designed to learn fast!
2020 Kink Gap XL Specs
Retail
$379.99
Colors
- Gloss Trans Black
- Matte Trans Maroon
Specs
| Frame Material: 100% 4130 Chromoly HT, TT and DT |
| Toptube Length: 21″ – Learn what size is right for you here. |
| Fork: Kink Stryker 4130 Chromoly Steerer Tapered Fork Legs |
| Bars: Kink Buffalo CC 9.25” 100% 4130 Chromoly |
| Grips: Kink Ace Flangeless |
| Barends: Kink Thrust |
| Stem: Kink Bold HRD 50mm |
| Headset: Mission Sealed Integrated (41.8 x 45) |
| Brake Lever: Mission Token |
| Brake Cable: Mission L3 Linear |
| Brakes: Mission Cease V2 |
| Cranks: Kink Ridge 3pc Tubular Chromoly 170mm – 8 Spline |
| Bottom Bracket: Sealed Mid 19mm |
| Pedals: Kink Hemlock |
| Chain: Mission 410 |
| Sprocket: Mission Rank 25T |
| Front Hub: Mission Covert Unsealed 3/8″ Axle |
| Rear Hub: Mission Engage Sealed Cassette 14mm |
| Driver: Sealed 9T |
| Front Rim: Mission X7 |
| Rear Rim: Mission X7 |
| Seat: Kink Marion Stealth |
| Post: Mission Stealth |
| Clamp: Mission Slim |
| Front Tire: Kink Sever 2.4″ |
| Rear Tire: Kink Sever 2.4″ |
| Gyro Tabs: Tapped for Tabs |
| Weight: 26lb 15oz |
2020 Kink Gap XL Price
$379 is such a low price for what you are getting.
2020 Kink Gap XL Quality
I will always say that Kink does a great job at making good bikes for good prices. The 2020 Kink Gap is another bike that they have been able to turn out and include good parts. The quality on the gap XL is a little lower because the frame isn’t full chromoly.
Highlights
Affordable
My favorite thing about this bike is that it really is affordable.
Lowlights
Hi-tensile rear end
Most of the frame is chromoly. But the back part is hi-tensile. Companies do this to cut costs. With the hi-tensile back end you have a good chance of bending it as you learn abusive spins.
Buy if you are learning:
- 180
- small 360
- x-up rides
- bunny hop
- half-cab
- Barspin
Don’t buy if you are learning:
- tailwhips
- 360 stair-sets
- Big handrails
- Backflips
Conclusion 🤩
The colors are sick! The parts are strong! It’s a good bike for a taller beginner to get into bmx.
