Motobecane FANTOM 29PRO SL XC Race XTR 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,995$
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 Reba
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Groupset XT, Truvativ -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
MOTO29X Aluminum Butted and Geometric Multishaped 29Specific tubes, 2xH2O Bosses (15" size has 1xH2O Bosses), S-Bend seatstays, 29Specific chainstays (Room for most tires up to 2.35")
Suspension Fork
RockShox 29er Reba SL WITH Mission Control damping and PopLoc Adjust, 100mm travel*, Adjustable Rebound 1.125" threadless aluminum steerer tube
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano XT 2-Way Release 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 Trail29 LaserDisc Black anodized Aluminum, stainless steel spokes
Tires
Kenda Small Block 8, 2.1x29" Kevlar bead tires. Ultra-lite 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
FSA Orbit XLII precision bearing headset
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" |
About this model
FANTOM 29PRO SL XC Race XTR belongs to the Motobecane Fantom model. 19 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Motobecane Fantom bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Motobecane FANTOM 29 XC Trail 2018 has a starting price of 1095$. Motobecane FANTOM 29 4by4 FS DynaSys 30 XTR 2018 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4999$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Motobecane released this model in 2018, its price was 1995$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 4.72% higher.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Reba model. The travel on this model is 100mm. 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.
Fork material
FANTOM 29PRO SL XC Race XTR has an aluminum fork, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels size
The wheels on FANTOM 29PRO SL XC Race XTR are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. 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. Motobecane FANTOM 29PRO SL XC Race XTR 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.