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Scott Gambler 900 Tuned 2021

2021 Mountain
Estimate price | 8,499$
Weight | 15.6 kg
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Scott Gambler 900 Tuned 2021

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

  • Category
  • Frame Carbon
  • Wheels 29"
  • Travel Front 203mm
  • Fork Fox Factory Float 40
  • Groupset X01
  • Suspension Full
  • Drivetrain 1 × 7
  • Brakes Hydraulic Disc

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

Gambler Carbon / IMP Technology / HMX BB107 / Carbon swingarm VLK Virtual 4 Link kinematic 27.5" (2.6) and 29" (2.5) tire compatible with Geo -BB adj. SW DH 12x157mm dropout TBC Trunnion box construction

Suspension Fork

FOX 40 Factory / Kashima / Air GRIP2 / Hi-Lo Comp / Rebound / 52mm Offset 20mm Boost thru axle / Alloy steerer / 203mm Travel

Rear Shock

FOX DH X2 Factory Independent high/low comp. / rebound / RVS custom tuned / 225x75mm Spring rates S: 400 / M: 450 / L&XL: 500

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

SRAM XO1 DH Short cage / 7 Speed

Shift Levers

SRAM XO1 DH Trigger Shifter / 7 Speed

Cassette

SRAM CS PG-720 DH 11-25

Crank

SRAM X01 DH DUB Carbon 34T Alloy Chainring DM / 165mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB PF MTB107 Shell 107x41mm

Chain

KMC X11-1 Black

Chain Guide

SCOTT DH Custom

Wheels

Rims

Syncros Revelsoke DH 1.5 / 110x20 Boost front / 157x12 rear / 29" / 32H / Tubeless Ready Rims

Tires

Maxxis Assegai 29x2.5" / 2x60TPI Folding Bead / DH / TR / 3C Maxx Grip

Brakes

Brakes

Shimano XTR M9120 4 Piston Disc

Disk Rotors

Shimano SM-RT86 / 6 Bolt / 203mm

Cockpit

Handlebar

Syncros Hixon iC DH Carbon 15mm Rise / 8° / 800mm Syncros Pro DH dual lock-on grips

Headset

Syncros DH adjustable Semi integrated / adj +-1° with cup ID 49.6mm / OD 56mm

Seat

Saddle

Syncros Kaslo 1.5 Titanium Rails

Seatpost

Syncros DH1.5 / 31.6mm / Alloy7050

About this model

Gambler 900 Tuned is a Scott Gambler model. 24 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.

Model range prices

Scott Gambler 930 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 3999$. On the other hand, Scott Gambler 900 Tuned 2021, is the most expensive and costs 8499$.

Safety

When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.

Average price for Downhill bikes

If you want an acceptable Downhill bike you should know that the average price is 3391$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Downhill 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.

When Scott released this model in 2021, its price was 8499$. Comparing the average cost of a Downhill bike to this one, you will see that Gambler 900 Tuned price is 150.63% more expensive.

Downhill bikes average weight

Downhill bikes have an average weight of 15.89 kg (35.03 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.

Gambler 900 Tuned weighs 15.6 kg (34.39 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. In other words, this model is 1.86% lighter than the average Downhill bike.

Gambler 900 Tuned components

Fork

This bike has the Fox Factory Float 40 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 203mm. 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.

Fork material

The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.

Wheels

As for the wheels, Scott Gambler 900 Tuned 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, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.

Brakes

For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Scott Gambler 900 Tuned has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.

Sizes

Scott Gambler 900 Tuned 2021 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.