Niner AIR 9 3-STAR SHIMANO SLX SINGLESPEED 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,299$
Weight | 9.48 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Marzocchi Bomber Z2
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Groupset SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NINER HYDROFORMED AND WELDED 6061-T6 ALUMINUM
Suspension Fork
MARZOCCHI BOMBER Z2 RAIL, 120MM, 110X15MM, 44MM OFFSET
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
N/A
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
NINER COGALICIOUS, 20T
Crank
SHIMANO SLX M7000, 32T (XS/S/M/L - 170MM, XL - 175MM)
Bottom Bracket
NINER BIOCENTRIC 30
Chain
SRAM 1 SP
Wheels
Rims
NINER ALLOY, 30MM INTERNAL, 110X15MM
Tires
SCHWALBE NOBBY NIC EVO SUPER TRAIL TLE ADDIX SPEEDGRIP 2.6
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO XT M8100, METAL PAD W/FIN
Brake Levers
SHIMANO XT M8100
Disk Rotors
180/160MM SHIMANO XT RT-86
Cockpit
Stem
RACE FACE AEFFECT R 40MM, 35MM CLAMP
Handlebar
RACE FACE AEFFECT R 780MM WIDE, 20MM RISE, 35MM CLAMP
Grips
NINER GRRRIPS L/O NYLON SOFT COMPOUND
Headset
NINER INTEGRATED SHIS DESCRIPTION IS42/28.6|IS52/40
Seat
Saddle
NINER CUSTOM WITH CR-MO RAILS, EMBOSSED NINER GRAPHIC
Seatpost
NINER ALLOY SEAT POST, 370MM, NINER GRAPHIC
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
About this model
AIR 9 3-STAR SHIMANO SLX SINGLESPEED is a Niner Air model. There are 64 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Niner Air bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Niner AIR 9 2-STAR SRAM SX EAGLE 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2099$. Niner AIR 9 RDO 5-STAR SRAM X01 AXS LTD 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 8799$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Niner released this model in 2022, its price was 2299$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 20.14% smaller.
Average weight for Trail bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 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.
much lighter than average, AIR 9 3-STAR SHIMANO SLX SINGLESPEED has a weight of 9.48 kg (20.9 lbs). In short, the average Trail bike weight is 36.92% higher than this one.
AIR 9 3-STAR SHIMANO SLX SINGLESPEED components
Fork
This bike has the Marzocchi Bomber Z2 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Niner AIR 9 3-STAR SHIMANO SLX SINGLESPEED 2022, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.