Slash 9.9 XX AXS T-Type Gen 6

On smoother singletrack, faster-rolling tires and lighter builds show up clearly, and that's what this score reflects. The strongest influences are a heavier build, typical trail-width tires, and a high-end drivetrain that tends to feel crisp under load. Add it all up and you get a clear tilt toward speed or toward utility. All else equal, it prioritizes confidence and everyday riding over outright pace.

Climb score: 9.6/10. Within Mountain bikes, it sits near the top. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. Your easiest gear lands around 15.6 gear inches. It’s about as easy as it gets in its peer group — easier than roughly ~96% of similar bikes. Think of “gear inches” like a difficulty score for your easiest gear: lower = more spin-friendly on climbs. With about 15.8 kg to haul uphill, pacing matters more on longer grades. It’s set up so climbs feel controlled rather than a grind. Specs can vary by size and build, and some manufacturer details aren’t always published, so treat this as a strong guide rather than a guarantee.

For suspension control, it lands at 8/10. Category: “High-impact ready”. This level is aimed at repeated impacts and rougher terrain, keeping the bike more settled at speed. Both ends absorb impacts, improving how consistently the tires can follow rough terrain. It prioritizes stability at speed on rough ground. This is meant for rougher terrain where repeated impacts demand stable wheel tracking.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. It feels this way because the bar sits about 29 mm below the saddle (a very small drop), and you'll be stretched forward about 637 mm in total (very long). Estimated lean is about 26 degrees.

In Mountain, What drives the fit flexibility here: Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward, Because cables are routed internally, adjustments may take more work - The dropper post improves on-the-fly position changes. Overall, it is Moderately Adjustable. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

This scores 8.5/10 for comfort, so it feels plush out on the road. That’s why it’s labeled Comfortable. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 7/10), which loads the front wheel, which feels great for control but a bit more direct through the bars.

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 128% 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: €13.125 listed versus about €5.759 for a comparable build. Overall, you can likely find better value elsewhere.

This bike is made for very rough terrain, big hits, and bike-park riding. It has about 170 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which is useful for big hits and steeper descents. Even though it’s tagged Enduro, the setup fits Bike Park better.