SB135 LR C2

In mountain-bike land, this is a pedaling-speed measure - how fast it rolls when you're working for it. Key drivers include typical trail-width tires and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. In combination, they decide how the bike feels when rolling along. On hardpack, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

Climbing rating: 9.6/10. Within Mountain bikes, it sits near the top. When it gets steep, the gearing feels very easy. That lowest gear comes out around 15.6 gear inches. It’s about as easy as it gets in its peer group — easier than roughly ~96% of similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. It’s set up so climbs feel controlled rather than a grind. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

Suspension sits at 8/10, in “High-impact ready”. It’s designed to stay composed through rough sections and repeated hits. Full suspension means both ends can absorb impacts, helping the wheels track rough ground more consistently. This level is meant to keep the bike composed when hits are bigger and frequent. Expect stronger control when braking and cornering on rough terrain. On rough trails, this level aims to keep the bike settled under braking and cornering through repeated hits.

Sporty fit - more tuck for efficiency, but still manageable for many riders. You get this posture because bar height comes out ~71 mm below the saddle (moderate), with about 644 mm of forward reach - a extreme stretch. Estimated lean is about 32 degrees.

Net result: Moderately Adjustable. This rating is mainly driven by the parts that affect adjustability: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width, A more service-friendly routing setup makes changes easier. Also, A dropper makes it easier to shift between climbing and descending positions. This mainly reflects how easy it is to adjust or swap key fit parts over time.

Comfort comes out to 8.1/10, which usually translates to a plush ride. So it’s tagged Race-Stiff overall. The posture is forward, attacking (posture 8/10, torso ~32°), which loads the front wheel, which feels great for control but a bit more direct through the bars.

This looks expensive compared with similar bikes. 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 43% above what similar builds typically cost. Compared with similar bikes, it trends a little expensive (cheaper than about 26% of listings). To anchor it: price €6.200 versus an estimated €4.335 for a similar build. Bottom line: the price looks high for what’s included.

This setup suits steeper, rockier terrain and harder hits. It has about 160 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which helps on rough, technical trails. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.