Intense TRACER FOUNDATION 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,399$
Weight | 14.18 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Travel Rear 165mm -
Fork RockShox Yari RC
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Groupset NX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Tracer 275 Optimized Layup Monocoque UD Carbon Front and Rear Triangle, Carbon Top Link, Internal cable Routing, Integrated protectors, w/ BOOST 148 x12 mm spacing, 165 mm travel
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Yari RC 27.5", Solo Air, 160mm, Boost 110x15mm
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Monarch RL, 216x63mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle 12-SPEED
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle 12-SPEED
Cassette
SRAM PG1230 Eagle 11-50T
Crank
SRAM NX Eagle DUB 175, 32T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB PF BB92
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle 12-SPEED
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
None included
Wheels
Front Hub
Intense Tuned, 6 Bolt, 110x15mm, 32 Hole / 148x12mm Rear
Rear Hub
Intense Tuned, 6 Bolt, 110x15mm, 32 Hole / 148x12mm Rear
Rims
Race Face AR 30, 27.5" - 30mm Inner Width
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
Tires
Maxxis High Roller 2 - 27.5x2.4WT"
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO M501 HYDRAULIC DISK 180MM FRONT AND 180MM REAR
Brake Levers
Shimano M500
Cockpit
Stem
Intense Recon 45mm
Handlebar
Intense Recon 780mm Alloy
Grips
Intense Lock-On
Headset
Intense Tapered Alloy Cartridge
Seat
Saddle
WTB SILVERADO SPORT
Seatpost
Intense Recon 31.6mm, (125mm Dropper Small / 150mm Dropper Medium, Large / 170mm Dropper XL)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Stack | 585 mm | 596 mm | 600 mm | 610 mm |
| Reach | 410 mm | 432 mm | 456 mm | 479 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 593 mm | 618 mm | 645 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° | 75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 396 mm | 434 mm | 459 mm | 485 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 102 mm | 115 mm | 119 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1150 mm | 1177 mm | 1203 mm | 1231 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -8357 mm | -8357 mm | -8357 mm | -8357 mm |
| Standover Height | 791 mm | 797 mm | 801 mm | 809 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
TRACER FOUNDATION belongs to the Intense Tracer model. Intense launched 31 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Intense Tracer bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Intense TRACER FOUNDATION 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3399$. Intense TRACER FACTORY 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 8399$.
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.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3399$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that TRACER FOUNDATION price is 5.88% lower than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Enduro bikes average weight
Enduro bikes weigh an average of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 14.18 kg (31.26 lbs), the TRACER FOUNDATION model is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 0.63% more than TRACER FOUNDATION.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Overview of components
Fork
The TRACER FOUNDATION comes factory-installed with the RockShox Yari RC fork. This has a travel range of 160mm. 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.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Rock Shox Monarch RL rear shock model, which has a travel of 165mm. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Intense TRACER FOUNDATION 2019, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. 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 TRACER FOUNDATION comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
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!