Boardman MTR 8.9 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,473$
Weight | 15.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL
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Groupset NX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
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
Rockshox 35 Gold RL 150mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle - 12-speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle - 12 speed
Cassette
SRAM PG1210 Eagle - 11-50T
Crank
SRAM NX Eagle - 170mm 32T narrow wideT
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP, 73mm
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle - 12-speed
Pedals
Wellgo flats, 9/16”
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy 32H - 15mm x 110 mm Front / 12mm x 148mm Boost
Rear Hub
Alloy 32H - 15mm x 110 mm Front / 12mm x 148mm Boost
Rims
Boardman 30mm Internal & Tubeless Ready
Tires
Maxxis Minion, Front - DHF Exo TR, Rear - DHRII Exo TR - Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Front: SRAM Guide T - 180 mm rotor, Rear: SRAM Guide T - 180 mm 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
Satori Sorata Pro2 Dropper S/M - 125mm L/XL - 150mm
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 8.9 is a Boardman Mtr model. There are 15 bikes that carry this model name.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Enduro bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3599$. However, you could also get a good Enduro bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 2220$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that MTR 8.9 price is 62.12% smaller than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
The average weight for Enduro bikes is 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
MTR 8.9 weighs 15.8 kg (34.83 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 10.72% heavier than the average Enduro bike.
MTR 8.9 components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox 35 Gold RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 150mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the MTR 8.9 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, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Boardman MTR 8.9 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Boardman MTR 8.9 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 162 cm – 195 cm (5.31 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!