Exie USA XX SL Transmission

In mountain-bike land, this is a pedaling-speed measure - how fast it rolls when you're working for it. In comparison with more aero-focused bikes, this build is shaped by typical trail-width tires, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, and a high-end drivetrain that tends to feel crisp under load. On hardpack, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

If your rides include hills, it rates 7.6/10 for climbing. Within Mountain bikes, it lands above average. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 17.8 gear inches. In its peer group, it lands around the easier ~52% for low-gear climbing. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. This kind of low gear helps you stay smooth on long or steep climbs. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

Suspension: 6/10, classed as “Confident trail control”. It’s built for clear bump absorption and more reliable wheel control on mixed surfaces. Full suspension means both ends can absorb impacts, helping the wheels track rough ground more consistently. This level helps keep traction when the surface is uneven and choppy. It should feel noticeably calmer through repeated bumps and rough patches. On choppy terrain, it can help the wheels track more consistently.

Sporty fit - a performance-leaning position that encourages speed. This is mainly because bars are around 68 mm lower than the saddle, which is a moderate drop, and the forward stretch measures around 635 mm (very long). Expect a lean angle around 32 degrees. Spacer height is roughly 11 mm.

That is why we tag it Moderately Adjustable. Main reasons for the fit flexibility result: Separate bar and stem components keep fit changes practical, Cable routing is on the simpler side, which helps adjustability; The dropper post improves on-the-fly position changes. Put simply, it describes how practical it is to reconfigure your position later.

Ride comfort is 7.4/10 — on a real ride it feels nicely smooth. That’s the reason it lands as Comfortable. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 7/10, torso ~32°), which puts you in an attack stance, which can feel more intense on long, rough descents.

It’s hard to see the value at this asking price. Value is scored 1–10: higher is better value, lower means you’re paying more than similar bikes. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). On the spec comparison, it sits roughly 282% above what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 1% of them. Quick reference: €12.299 listed versus about €3.222 for a comparable build. Overall, you can likely find better value elsewhere.

This bike is best for smoother trails where speed and efficiency matter. It has about 100 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. The Full setup supports this riding style.