Lector Advanced

On an MTB, the speed score centers on rolling efficiency when you're pedaling, especially on easier terrain. In comparison with more aero-focused bikes, this build is shaped by typical trail-width tires and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. On smoother terrain, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

Climb score: 8.0/10. Within Mountain bikes, it ranks above average. The easiest gear is very spin-friendly on hills. Your easiest gear lands around 17.3 gear inches. In its peer group, it lands around the easier ~60% for low-gear climbing. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. This kind of low gear helps you stay smooth on long or steep climbs. Real-world feel depends on setup and size, and some details aren’t always listed, so this is best seen as a well-informed estimate.

Overall suspension support: 5/10 (“Confident trail control”). This usually points to stronger bump control and steadier tracking when the surface gets choppy. You get suspension movement at the front, while the rear stays firm and direct. Expect steadier tracking on rougher sections without feeling like a long-travel downhill setup.

Sporty fit - more tuck for efficiency, but still manageable for many riders. Because handlebar height is roughly 52 mm lower than the saddle (moderate drop), and how far you'll be stretched forward is about 653 mm (extreme). Plan for roughly 29 degrees of lean.

Standard cockpit parts make it simpler to fine-tune your position over time, The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time. Also, A round post makes fit changes simpler than proprietary shapes. That is why it is in the Adjustable bucket. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

Comfort comes out to 6.4/10, which usually translates to a comfortable ride. That’s the reason it lands as Firm. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 7/10), which puts you in an attack stance, which can feel more intense on long, rough descents.

This doesn’t look like the best deal once you compare it to similar builds. The value score is 1–10. Higher means better value for money; lower means the price is high for what you get. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). On the spec comparison, it sits roughly 31% above what similar builds typically cost. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 42% of listings). To anchor it: price €2.939 versus an estimated €2.246 for a similar build. Bottom line: you may be paying extra versus similar options.

This bike is best for smoother trails where speed and efficiency matter. It has about 110 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Suspension type (Hardtail) fits this kind of terrain.