Boardman MHT 8.6 Blue 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
881$
Weight | 13.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork SunTour RAIDON
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Groupset Deore, FSA -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
160cm - 172cm
MD
167cm - 180cm
LG
175cm - 188cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
7005 Alloy, smooth welded, dropper post ready
Suspension Fork
Suntour Raidon XC LO-R, 120mm travel, air adjust
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore Shadow+, 10 speed, long cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore 10 speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore, 11-42t (11- 13-15-18-21-24-28-32-37-42)
Crank
FSA Alpha Drive 34t
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge 73x127mm
Chain
KMC X10
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula QR
Rear Hub
Formula QR
Rims
Boardman 27.5"
Tires
Vittoria Barzo, 27.5x2.25”, wire bead. Kenda tube, presta valve
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M285, 6 bolt 160 mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Boardman Alloy, no rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Boardman Alloy, 15mm rise, 9 degree bend, 31.8mm clamp
Headset
FSA no.10, 1 1/8”, Semi Integrated
Seat
Saddle
Boardman MTB by Velo, steel rails
Seatpost
Boardman Alloy, 31.6mm, 34.9mm QR seat clamp
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 603 mm | 623 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 460 mm | 485 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 167 cm | 175 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 180 cm | 188 cm |
Model Overview
MHT 8.6 Blue is part of the Boardman Mht model. There are 21 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Boardman Mht bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Boardman MHT 8.6 Blue 2020 has a starting price of 791$. Boardman MHT 8.9 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1338$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 791$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 249.18% lower.
Trail bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Trail bike is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
slightly heavier than average, MHT 8.6 Blue has a weight of 13.5 kg (29.76 lbs). In short, the average Trail bike weight is 4.01% lower than this one.
MHT 8.6 Blue components
Fork
The MHT 8.6 Blue comes factory-installed with the SunTour RAIDON fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the MHT 8.6 Blue model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The MHT 8.6 Blue comes with 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, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 160 cm – 188 cm (5.25 ft – 6.17 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.