Cotic Solaris XC / Gold XT 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,883$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox SID Ultimate
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
C1
162cm - 172cm
C2
170cm - 178cm
C3
176cm - 184cm
C4
182cm - 190cm
C5
184cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox SID Ultimate reduced to 100mm Black
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
XT M8100 1x12 Drivetrain
Cassette
XT 12spd 10-51 Cassette
Crank
XT M8100 Chainset with 32t chainring
Bottom Bracket
Shimano MT800 XT Bottom Bracket
Wheels
Rims
Hunt XC Wide 29 Microspline
Tires
Wolfpack Trail/Cross 29x2.25 Lightweight Pack
Brakes
Brakes
Pair of Shimano rotors 180/180 6bolt for Solaris
Cockpit
Stem
Cotic SHORTERSTEM - 35mm
Handlebar
Cotic Calver Bars - 780 x 25 rise, 5deg up, 9deg back (black)
Headset
Hope 2H for tapered steerer (black)
Seat
Seatpost
BikeYoke Devine Seatpost 160mm drop
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | C1 | C2 | C3 | C4 | C5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.22 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 299 mm | 299 mm | 299 mm | 299 mm | 299 mm |
| Front Center | 726 mm | 748 mm | 770 mm | 792 mm | 810 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 613 mm | 622 mm | 632 mm | 641 mm | 641 mm |
| Reach | 452 mm | 470 mm | 488 mm | 506 mm | 524 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 607 mm | 627 mm | 648 mm | 668 mm | 686 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 417 mm | 444 mm | 471 mm | 495 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.7 ° | 66.7 ° | 66.7 ° | 66.7 ° | 66.7 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1167 mm | 1189 mm | 1211 mm | 1233 mm | 1251 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 162 cm | 170 cm | 176 cm | 182 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 178 cm | 184 cm | 190 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
Solaris XC / Gold XT is a Cotic Solaris model. There are 20 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Cotic Solaris bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Cotic Solaris Downcountry / Silver SLX 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3040$. Cotic Solaris XC / Platinum XTR eeWING 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 7540$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4439$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 133.02% higher.
Overview of components
Fork
The Solaris XC / Gold XT comes factory-installed with the RockShox SID Ultimate fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
The Solaris XC / Gold XT 2023 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Solaris XC / Gold XT comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 162 cm – 195 cm (5.31 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Cotic Solaris XC / Gold XT comes with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.