principia Evoke A4.9 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,088$
Weight | 15.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Fork Suntour XCR -
Groupset Acera -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour SF14-XCR 32, remote lock out
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera M3000
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera SL-M3000 1x9
Cassette
Shimano HG201 9sp 11-36T
Crank
Samox AF26 32T 175mm
Chain
Shimano CN-HG53
Wheels
Rims
29in
Tires
Kenda K-1153 29x2.10
Brakes
Brakes
Front: Tektro HD-M285 hydraulic disc brake, 160 mm. rotor, Rear: Tektro HD-M285 hydraulic disc brake, 160 mm. rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Zoom TDS-C301-8FOV, 31.8 mm.
Handlebar
Zoom MTB-AL-312BT, 31.8 mm. 12 mm. rise, 760 mm. width
Seat
Saddle
Black
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.64 mm | 1.64 mm | 1.64 mm | 1.64 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 304 mm | 304 mm | 304 mm | 304 mm |
| Front Center | 667 mm | 667 mm | 667 mm | 667 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Stack | 641 mm | 641 mm | 641 mm | 641 mm |
| Reach | 391 mm | 391 mm | 391 mm | 391 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 581 mm | 581 mm | 581 mm | 581 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 473 mm | 473 mm | 473 mm | 473 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1133 mm | 1133 mm | 1133 mm | 1133 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 750 mm | 780 mm | 810 mm | 841 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Evoke A4.9 completes the Principia Evoke model. Principia released 14 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Principia Evoke bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Principia Evoke A2.0 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 668$. Principia Evoke Fully 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 2972$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 1008$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Evoke A4.9 price is 174.01% smaller than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.88 kg (28.4 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Principia Evoke A4.9 it’s weighing 15.5 kg (34.17 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 20.34% heavier than the average weight of Trail bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
The Evoke A4.9 comes factory-installed with the Suntour XCR fork. This has a travel range of mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The Evoke A4.9 2023 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Evoke A4.9 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. 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.