Motobecane FANTOM 29PRO Trail XT/SLX 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,495$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox
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Groupset SLX, Truvativ -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
MOTO29X Aluminum with TrailTuned PowerStay Design, DualProfile Downtube with reinforced Gusset, replaceable rear derailleur hanger, 2x H2O bosses
Suspension Fork
RockShox TORA RS318 WITH LOCKOUT, Up to 100mm travel*, Adjustable Rebound, SoloAir, 1.125" threadless steerer tube
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX Mega-9 Rapid Fire 27 speed trigger shift
Cassette
Shimano HG cassette 9 speed 11-32T
Crank
TruVativ FireX 175mm, 22/32/44T / TruVativ GXP external bearing, 68mm
Bottom Bracket
TruVativ FireX 175mm, 22/32/44T / TruVativ GXP external bearing, 68mm
Chain
KMC Z9000 super narrow 9 speed
Wheels
Rims
WTB FX28 Disc Black anodized Aluminum, Gravity Hubs by Formula Sealed Bearing Disc with Quick Release, stainless steel spokes
Tires
WTB MotoRaptor 29x2.1 tires. Presta Valve tubes.
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir Hydraulic Disc front and rear / Avid Cleansweep G3 185mm rotor
Brake Levers
Avid Elixir Hydraulic Disc brake
Cockpit
Handlebar
Ritchey Comp Black Finish Aluminum 6061 T6 31.8mm / Ritchey Comp Black Finish Aluminum threadless 31.8mm clamp / WTB DualCompound
Headset
CaneCreek Sealed Bearing threadless 1 1/8 in
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13" | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 582 mm | 599 mm | 610 mm | 638 mm | 650 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Chainstay Length | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1081 mm | 1084 mm | 1088 mm | 1108 mm | 1129 mm | 1150 mm |
| Standover Height | 705 mm | 736 mm | 785 mm | 807 mm | 837 mm | 876 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
FANTOM 29PRO Trail XT/SLX belongs to the Motobecane Fantom model. Motobecane released 19 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Motobecane FANTOM 29 XC Trail 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1095$. Motobecane FANTOM 29 4by4 FS DynaSys 30 XTR 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 4999$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Motobecane released this model in 2018, its price was 1495$. In conclusion, this bike price is 27.42% smaller than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
FANTOM 29PRO Trail XT/SLX components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the FANTOM 29PRO Trail XT/SLX model has 29″ aluminum wheels. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Motobecane FANTOM 29PRO Trail XT/SLX 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.