Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RST
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Groupset Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Tectonic T1, aluminum, 26" dirt jump geometry, 9 mm x 135 mm dropout, replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
RST DIRT-T, 26", aluminum steerer, 9 mm x 100 mm, thru axle, 100 mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD-M2000
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus SL-2000, 9
Crank
Samox CW-1448M, aluminum, 36T
Bottom Bracket
Samox, cartridge, 3-piece, threaded 68 mm shell
Chain
KMC Z99
Pedals
Mongoose, nylon
Wheels
Rear Hub
Xposure, aluminum, ball bearing, 9 mm x 135 mm, 32H, 6-bolt
Rims
Xposure, aluminum double wall, 26 mm ID, 32H
Spokes
14G, steel
Tires
Kenda Small Block, 26 in x 2.35 in, wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
Mongoose, mechanical, aluminum, 160 mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Xposure melt forged aluminum, threadless, 40 mm, 7°, 31.8 mm clamp
Handlebar
Xposure double-butted, aluminum, 751 mm width, 31 mm rise, 31.8 mm clamp
Grips
Mongoose Hive, single density
Headset
Threadless, ZS44/ZS44, retainer bearing
Seat
Saddle
Mongoose Dirt jump, integrated rails
Seatpost
Xposure, aluminum, 201 mm, integrated saddle, 27.2 mm
Model Overview
Fireball completes the Mongoose Fireball model. Mongoose released 4 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Mongoose Fireball Moto 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 569$. Mongoose Fireball SS 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 1069$.
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.
Dirt Jump bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Dirt Jump bike is 863$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Dirt Jump bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 739$. Comparing the average cost of a Dirt Jump bike to this one, you will see that Fireball price is 16.78% smaller.
Fireball components
Fork
The Fireball comes factory-installed with the RST fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
Fireball has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Mongoose Fireball 2020, has a 26″ aluminum model. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Mongoose Fireball is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Mongoose Fireball 2020 is available in one size only. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.