Session 9 X01

This off-road speed score leans toward efficient rolling, not downhill stability or comfort. The setup that matters most here is a heavier build, wheel momentum that helps it carry speed between pedal strokes, 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 2.5/10. Within Mountain bikes, it sits below average. The lowest gear is very tall when the road tilts up. In numbers, the low gear is roughly 39.4 gear inches. This sits at the tough end — easier than only about ~2% of similar bikes. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. Weight is around 17.7 kg — on steep, slow climbs that extra mass becomes more noticeable. Expect more grinding on climbs than easy spinning. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

Suspension capability comes out at 10/10. Bucket: “Extreme rough-terrain ready”. It’s intended for the roughest use cases, where suspension control is critical. Full suspension means both ends can absorb impacts, helping the wheels track rough ground more consistently. This level is meant for the most demanding roughness, staying stable through repeated big impacts.

Balanced fit - a neutral road posture that suits most riders. Because you get a moderate drop: roughly 47 mm from saddle to bar, plus about 629 mm of stretch forward (very long). Plan for roughly 28 degrees of lean.

So it lands in Moderately Adjustable. The cockpit is modular (separate stem and handlebar), so it is easier to adjust or swap fit parts, The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time. Plus, Seatpost info looks fairly neutral, so most fit change comes from cockpit choices. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

Ride comfort is 8.7/10 — on a real ride it feels plush. For Downhill, it’s labeled Balanced. In absolute terms it’s plush; it’s just not as sofa-soft as the most plush setups. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 7/10), which puts you in an attack stance, which can feel more intense on long, rough descents.

Against comparable bikes, this comes out looking overpriced. 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 53% above what similar builds typically cost. In its peer group, it’s one of the pricier listings, beating only about 15% of them. Quick reference: €7.199 listed versus about €4.692 for a comparable build. Bottom line: the price looks high for what’s included.

This bike is made for very rough terrain, big hits, and bike-park riding. It has about 200 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which is useful for big hits and steeper descents. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.