Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork RockShox SID Select+
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Groupset GX Eagle
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Backfire Carbon PCF, Material: Carbon pcf fiber, 29", Steuerrohr: 1 1/8"-1.5", Ausfallende: 12x148 mm, Bremsaufnahme: 160 mm Postmount, Rahmenkennung: MRFM06-N-XX
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox SID Select+, 2-Pos Remote Lockout, Federweg: 100 mm, 1.5" tapered, Rake: 44 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 1x12
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, SL GX mmX Eagle Trigger, Matchmaker
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle, CS XG 1275 EAGLE, 10-52T
Crank
SRAM GX Eagle 32T, narrow-wide, Länge: 170 mm (XS), 175 mm (S/M, M/L, XL)
Bottom Bracket
SRAM PressFit DUB BB92
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle
Wheels
Front Hub
attached
Rear Hub
attached
Rims
DT Swiss XR1700 Spline, 15x110 12x148 IW 25 mm tubeless ready
Tires
CONTINENTAL CrossKing, 29x2.20" / CONTINENTAL RaceKing, 29x2.20", tubeless ready, black chilli, Protection
Brakes
Brakes
MAGURA MT4, performance pad
Brake Levers
MAGURA MT4
Cockpit
Stem
PRC ST2, Winkel: 6°, Länge: 70 mm (XS), 80 mm (S/M), 90 mm (M/L), 100 mm (XL)
Handlebar
PRC Top Flat Carbon, Durchmesser: 31.8 mm, Breite: 740 mm
Seat
Saddle
PROCRAFT Race III
Seatpost
PRC Carbon Race Flex, Durchmesser: 30.9 mm, Länge: 350 mm (XS), 400 mm (S/M, M/L, XL)
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM/MD | MD/LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm | 311 mm |
| Front Center | 657 mm | 683 mm | 707 mm | 731 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 88 mm | 86 mm | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Stack | 599 mm | 603 mm | 627 mm | 650 |
| Reach | 393 mm | 416 mm | 432 mm | 448 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 596 mm | 619 mm | 641 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 430 mm | 480 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.3 ° | 69.3 ° | 69.3 ° | 69.3 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 95 mm | 120 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 427 mm | 432 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1076 mm | 1102 mm | 1132 mm | 1161 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Backfire Carbon 3000 completes the Centurion Backfire model. Centurion launched 26 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
The average weight for Crosscountry bikes is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 9.6 kg (21.16 lbs), Centurion bike is much lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 29.17% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Backfire Carbon 3000 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox SID Select+ model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Backfire Carbon 3000 are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
