ASR T5 ULT XX SL TRANSMISSION

It's designed for a mix of riding rather than top-end pace. On an MTB, the speed score centers on rolling efficiency when you're pedaling, especially on easier terrain. Several build choices play a role, including typical trail-width tires and a high-end drivetrain that tends to feel crisp under load. When you're pedaling, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

On steep roads, it comes in at 9.0/10. Within Mountain bikes, it lands near the top. The easiest gear is very spin-friendly on hills. The easiest gear works out to about 16.6 gear inches. In its peer group, it lands around the easier ~88% for low-gear climbing. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. Build kits can differ by size and spec level, and not every detail is published by every brand, so use this as a practical guideline.

Suspension score: 6/10. It sits in the “Confident trail control” bucket. It’s built for clear bump absorption and more reliable wheel control on mixed surfaces. Suspension at both ends helps keep wheel tracking steadier when the surface gets rough. Expect more grip and stability compared with basic bump-control setups. It should keep the bike more controlled on mixed surfaces, especially through repeated small-to-medium impacts.

Sporty fit - you'll lean forward more and feel ready to push the pace. That's driven by the bar sits about 65 mm below the saddle (a moderate drop), and you'll be stretched forward about 614 mm in total (very long). You'll likely be near 32 degrees of lean.

Net result: Moderately Adjustable. Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward, Less routing complexity makes swaps and adjustments more practical, From the seatpost text provided, there are no strong constraints or bonuses. Another point: Having a dropper increases how adaptable the bike feels in different situations.

Ride comfort is 7.5/10 — on a real ride it feels comfortable. That’s why it’s labeled 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.

This looks like a high asking price for the build level. 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 274% above what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 2% of them. Quick reference: €13.900 listed versus about €3.720 for a comparable build. Put simply: it’s priced more like a premium pick than a value buy.

This setup is aimed at fast trail riding on less extreme terrain. It has about 115 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.