Evil Wreckoning V2 Shimano XT Mechanical I9 Hydra 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 170mm
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Travel Rear 166mm
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Fork RockShox ZEB Ultimate
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Groupset XT
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Suspension Full
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Wreckoning 166mm of travel, UD Carbon, Full Internal Cable Routing, SB+ 157mm Rear Spacing, Integrated Chain Guide, Threaded BB
Suspension Fork
Rockshox ZEB Ultimate, Charger 2.1 RC2, 170mm Travel, 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Rockshox Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate, Trunnion 205x65, ML 320
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8100
Shift Levers
Shimano XT SL-M8100-R, I-Spec
Cassette
Shimano XT CS-M8100-12, 10-51T
Crank
Shimano Deore XT FC-M8130
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XT MT800
Chain
Shimano XT CN-M8100, 118 Links
Wheels
Rims
Industry Nine Enduro S Hydra Internal Width: 30.5mm, Hub: 110x15mm
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO TR, 29x2.5
Brakes
Brakes
Mechanical Disc
Cockpit
Stem
Evil 12 Gauge Stem, Length: 35mm
Handlebar
Evil Boomstick 7075 Alloy, Backsweep: 8°, Upsweep: 5° Clamp: 35mm, Rise: 35mm, Width: 810mm
Headset
Cane Creek 40 Series ZS Integrated Tapered Headset - Cups: ZS44/28.6 (Upper) and ZS62/40(Lower), Bearing: 36° x 45° - 41mm (Upper) and 36° x 45° - 52mm (Lower) ZN40 Zinc Coated, Crown Race: 28.6mm x 36° Integrated (Upper) and 40mm x 36° Press Fit (Lower)
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Medium (142mm) Width Chromoly Saddle
Seatpost
Bike Yoke Revive, S:125mm, M: 160mm, L:185mm XL: 185mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Low | MD Low | LG Low | XL Low | SM Low | MD Low | LG Low | XL Low |
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| Bottom Bracket Height | 355 mm | 355 mm | 355 mm | 355 mm | mm | mm | mm | mm |
| Trail | 128 mm | 128 mm | 128 mm | 128 mm | 133 mm | 133 mm | 133 mm | 133 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.3 ° | 76.3 ° | 76.3 ° | 76.3 ° | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.6 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.6 ° | 63.9 ° | 63.9 ° | 63.9 ° | 63.9 ° |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1205 mm | 1226 mm | 1251 mm | 1276 mm | mm | mm | mm | mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 19 mm | 19 mm | 19 mm | 19 mm | mm | mm | mm | mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Wreckoning V2 Shimano XT Mechanical I9 Hydra belongs to the Evil Wreckoning model. Evil released 39 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Evil Wreckoning bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Evil Wreckoning – LS SRAM GX MECHANICAL i9 HYDRA 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 6999$. Evil Wreckoning – LS SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission Loopholes 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 9599$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Enduro bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, even though the average price of an Enduro bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 7962$. In conclusion, this bike price is 121.23% higher than the price of the average Enduro bike.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Wreckoning V2 Shimano XT Mechanical I9 Hydra components
Fork
The RockShox ZEB Ultimate is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 170mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Rockshox Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate, with a travel distance of 166mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Evil Wreckoning V2 Shimano XT Mechanical I9 Hydra 2023, has a 29″ aluminum model. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Wreckoning V2 Shimano XT Mechanical I9 Hydra has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!
