Evil Insurgent / AXS I9 Hydra MX 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29" / 27.5"
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Travel Front 170mm
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Travel Rear 168mm
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Fork RockShox ZEB Ultimate
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Groupset X01 Eagle AXS
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Insurgent 168mm of travel, UD Carbon, Full Internal Cable Routing, SB+ 157mm Rear Spacing, Integrated Chain Guide, Threaded BB
Suspension Fork
Rockshox ZEB Ultimate 29, Charger 2.1 RC2, 170mm Travel, 44mm Offset
Rear Shock
Rockshox Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate, Trunnion 205x65, ML 320
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle AXS, 12 sp
Front Derailleur
Single Ring Only
Shift Levers
SRAM Eagle AXS Controller
Cassette
SRAM XG-1295-B1 Eagle, 10-52T, 10,12,14,16,18,21,24,28,32,36,42,52
Crank
SRAM X01 Eagle DUB, SUPERBOOST+, 170mm, Direct Mount 32t, 56.5mm Chainline, Lunar
Bottom Bracket
73mm Threaded
Chain
SRAM XX1 Eagle w/Powerlock
Wheels
Rims
168mm
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF EXO TR, 29x2.5, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHF EXO TR, 27.5x2.3
Cockpit
Stem
Evil 12 Gauge Stem, Length: 35mm
Handlebar
Evil Boomstick Carbon, Backsweep: 8°, Upsweep: 5° Clamp: 35mm, Rise: 35mm, Width: 810mm
Grips
Evil Palmela Handerson lock-on
Headset
Works Components 1 Degree Angleset
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Pro
Seatpost
SRAM AXS Reverb, 30.9, S: 125mm, M: 150mm, L/XL: 170mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.4 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 358 mm | 358 mm | 358 mm | 358 mm |
| Front Center | 785 mm | 806 mm | 832 mm | 857 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm |
| Trail | 131 mm | 131 mm | 131 mm | 131 mm |
| Stack | 628 mm | 637 mm | 649 mm | 659 mm |
| Reach | 450 mm | 467 mm | 487 mm | 507 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 602 mm | 619 mm | 640 mm | 661 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.9 ° | 76.9 ° | 76.9 ° | 76.9 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 425 mm | 460 mm | 495 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.2 ° | 64.2 ° | 64.2 ° | 64.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 104 mm | 114 mm | 127 mm | 139 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1222 mm | 1243 mm | 1269 mm | 1294 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 1 mm | 1 mm | 1 mm | 1 mm |
| Standover Height | 712 mm | 723 mm | 731 mm | 743 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Insurgent / AXS I9 Hydra MX is part of the Evil Insurgent model. Evil released 48 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Evil Insurgent bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Evil Insurgent / GX I9 Hydra MX 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 5999$. Evil Insurgent / AXS I9 Hydra 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 8299$.
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.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Enduro bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 8299$. Comparing the average cost of an Enduro bike to this one, you will see that Insurgent / AXS I9 Hydra MX price is 130.59% higher.
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.
Insurgent / AXS I9 Hydra MX components
Fork
The RockShox ZEB Ultimate is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 170mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The Insurgent / AXS I9 Hydra MX has a rear shock with a travel of 168mm. The model Rockshox Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Evil Insurgent / AXS I9 Hydra MX 2021, 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, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Insurgent / AXS I9 Hydra MX 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.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Insurgent / AXS I9 Hydra MX. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.
