Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork Öhlins
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Groupset XT, e*thirteen -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Primer S 29” Optimized Layup Monocoque UD Carbon Front and Rear Triangle, Carbon top link, Ti hardware, internal shift, dropper post and brake routing. ISCG05 mounts, flak guard armor, 140MM (5.5") travel
Suspension Fork
Ohlins RFX 36 M.2 / 160MM / Boost
Rear Shock
Ohlins TTX22M Coil / 210MM x 50MM (140MM) / Front Reducer Size - 20MM X 6MM, Rear Reducer Size - 20MM x 8MM.
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT 12SP
Shift Levers
Shimano XT 12SP I-Spec
Cassette
Shimano XT 12SP / 11-51T
Crank
e*Thirteen Helix Plus 12SP / 32t / 170MM SM-LG/ 175mm XL / Boost
Bottom Bracket
e*Thirteen 24mm (Threaded)
Chain
Shimano XT 12SP
Wheels
Front Hub
e*Thirteen LG1 Race SL hubs 32 Hole 15x110 front, 12x148 rear hub 6-bolt
Rear Hub
e*Thirteen LG1 Race SL hubs 32 Hole 15x110 front, 12x148 rear hub 6-bolt
Rims
e*Thirteen LG1 Enduro 30mm Rim
Tires
Front: MAXXIS Minion DHF WT Maxx Grip 3C EXO 29" x 2.50" / Rear: MAXXIS Minion DHR II WT Maxx Terra 3C EXO+ 29" x 2.40"
Brakes
Brakes
Magura MT7 Pro Front (Four Piston) Magura Storm HC 203MM Rotors / Magura MT7 Pro Rear (Four Piston) Magura Storm HC 180MM Rotors
Cockpit
Stem
e*Thirteen Plus 35 40MM
Handlebar
e*Thirteen Race Carbon 35x800mm
Grips
IINTENSE Lock-on
Headset
Cane Creek 40 / ZS44-EC49
Seat
Saddle
SDG Radar w/ Cr-Mo Rail
Seatpost
e*Thirteen Vario Infinite Dropper w/ adjustable travel 31.6MM / 120MM SM / 150MM MD / 180MM LG-XL (Frame Size Specific)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | HIGH SETTING | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
PRIMER S is an Intense Primer model. There are 45 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Intense Primer bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Intense PRIMER 29 Expert 2022 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 4599$. On the other hand, Intense PRIMER S 2022, is the most expensive and costs 6699$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6699$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that PRIMER S price is 142.54% higher than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
PRIMER S components
Fork
This bike has the Öhlins fork installed. The fork’s travel is 160mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Ohlins TTX22M Coil / 210MM x rear shock model, which has a travel of 140mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Intense PRIMER S 2022, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Intense PRIMER S has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Intense PRIMER S includes a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.