Cotic FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Silver SLX 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 120mm
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Travel Rear 125mm
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Fork RockShox Revelation RC
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Groupset SLX
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
160cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 188cm
XL
186cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Revelation RC - 120mm (with Motion Control)
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Deluxe Select Plus 210x50
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SLX M7100 1x12 Drivetrain
Cassette
SLX 12spd 10-51 Cassette
Crank
SLX M7100 Chainset with 32t chainring
Bottom Bracket
Shimano MT800 XT Bottom Bracket
Wheels
Rims
Shimano MT620 Wheels Boost 29 12spd
Tires
Wolfpack Trail/Cross 29x2.4 tyres
Brakes
Brakes
Pair of Shimano rotors 203/180 centerlock
Cockpit
Stem
Cotic SHORTERSTEM - 35mm
Handlebar
Cotic Calver Bars - 780 x 25 rise, 5deg up, 9deg back (black)
Headset
Cane Creek Headset 40 Series ZS44/EC44
Seat
Seatpost
BikeYoke Devine Seatpost 160mm drop
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.23 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 751 mm | 779 mm | 805 mm | 834 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 48 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 115 mm | 114 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm |
| Stack | 614 mm | 620 mm | 632 mm | 641 mm |
| Reach | 451 mm | 475 mm | 497 mm | 522 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 600 mm | 626 mm | 651 mm | 679 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 425 mm | 460 mm | 495 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1204 mm | 1232 mm | 1258 mm | 1287 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 34 mm | 34 mm | 34 mm | 34 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 188 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Silver SLX completes the Cotic Flaremax4 model. 14 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Cotic Flaremax4 bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Cotic FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Silver SLX 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 3709$. On the other hand, Cotic FlareMAX4 Trail / Platinum XTR eeWing 2023, is the most expensive and costs 8088$.
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 Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3709$. In conclusion, this bike price is 34.29% higher than the price of the average Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Silver SLX comes factory-installed with the RockShox Revelation RC fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Cotic FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Silver SLX bike has the Rock Shox Deluxe Select Plus 210×50 model installed, and has a travel of 125mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Cotic FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Silver SLX 2023, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. 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.
Sizes
Cotic FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Silver SLX bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 160 cm – 195 cm (5.25 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Cotic FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Silver SLX 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.
