Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 203mm -
Travel Rear 190mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 40
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Groupset X01, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminum
Suspension Fork
FOX 40 Factory, GRIP2 damper
Rear Shock
FOX X2 FLOAT Factory, 250mm x 67.5mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 DH, 7-speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM X01 DH, 7-speed
Cassette
SRAM XG-795 DH, 7-speed, 10-24 tooth
Crank
Truvativ Descendant DH DUB, 165mm length
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, 83mm
Chain
SRAM PC1110, 11-speed
Chain Guide
MRP G4
Pedals
None, Option: Burgtec MK4 Composite
Wheels
Front Hub
Hope Tech Pro 4 DH
Rear Hub
Hope Tech Pro 4 DH
Rims
Stan's NoTubes Flow MK3
Tires
Schwalbe Magic Mary, Super Gravity, 29" x 2.35"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Saint, 203mm rotors, Option: Hope Tech 3 E4, 203mm rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano Saint, Option: Hope Tech 3 E4
Cockpit
Stem
Renthal Integra, 35mm clamp, 50mm length
Handlebar
Renthal Fatbar Carbon, 35mm bore, 800mm width, 20mm rise
Grips
Strange 130, single lock-on, black
Headset
Hope Tech, ZS49/28.6 upper, ZS49/30 lower, for 1.125" steerer
Seat
Saddle
SDG I-Fly I-Beam
Seatpost
SDG I-Beam Aluminium
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.55 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.42 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm | 335 mm |
| Stack | 656 mm | 656 mm | 674 mm | 674 mm |
| Reach | 422 mm | 442 mm | 451 mm | 473 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 598 mm | 618 mm | 632 mm | 653 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° | 64.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 467 mm | 467 mm | 467 mm | 467 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1244 mm | 1266 mm | 1284 mm | 1305 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Standover Height | 730 mm | 735 mm | 745 mm | 745 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
329 Factory is part of the Orange 329 model. Orange released 2 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Orange 329 bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
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.
Average price for Downhill bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Downhill bike that is reliable is 3391$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Downhill bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
329 Factory components
Fork
The Fox Factory Float 40 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 203mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
Orange 329 Factory bike has the FOX X2 FLOAT Factory model installed, and has a travel of 190mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the 329 Factory bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The 329 Factory comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.