Boardman MTR 8.6 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,490$
Weight | 14 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork SunTour XCR 34
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Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
162cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 177cm
LG
175cm - 185cm
XL
183cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 Alloy with Rockshox Deluxe Select, 230mm x 60mm
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCR34 LO-R DS Air fork - 140mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M5120 - 10 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano, SL-M4100-R - 10 speed
Cassette
Shimano M4100, 10-speed - 11-46T
Crank
Shimano M5100 - 170mm 32T narrow wideT
Bottom Bracket
Shimano HollowTech
Chain
KMC - 10-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy 32H - 15mm x 110 mm Front / QR 148mm Boost
Rear Hub
Alloy 32H - 15mm x 110 mm Front / QR 148mm Boost
Rims
Boardman Boost 29er Tubeless Ready
Tires
Maxxis Minion, Front - DHF Exo TR, Rear - DHRII Exo TR - Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M285 Hydraulic - 160mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Boardman Alloy, Zero rise - 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Boardman Alloy, 0.5mm Rise 780mm
Headset
FSA No.42,Tapered
Seat
Saddle
Boardman MTR
Seatpost
Boardman Alloy 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 341 mm | 341 mm | 341 mm | 341 mm |
| Front Center | 744 mm | 763 mm | 787 mm | 806 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 121 mm | 121 mm | 121 mm | 121 mm |
| Stack | 604 mm | 613 mm | 622 mm | 631 mm |
| Reach | 433 mm | 448 mm | 468 mm | 483 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 591 mm | 608 mm | 631 mm | 648 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 430 mm | 475 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1175 mm | 1194 mm | 1218 mm | 1237 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 162 cm | 168 cm | 175 cm | 183 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 177 cm | 185 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
MTR 8.6 is a Boardman Mtr model. Boardman launched 15 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Boardman Mtr bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Boardman MTR 8.6 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1338$. Boardman MTR 9.0 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 2676$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1338$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 106.43% smaller.
Trail bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
a bit heavier than average, MTR 8.6 has a weight of 14 kg (30.86 lbs). In other words, this model is 7.86% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The SunTour XCR 34 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 140mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The MTR 8.6 2021 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. 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. Boardman MTR 8.6 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Boardman MTR 8.6 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 162 cm – 195 cm (5.31 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.