Niner JET 9 RDO 29 2-Star 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,500$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Fox Rhythm Float 34
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Groupset GX, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
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
Carbon Fiber
Suspension Fork
FOX 34 Float Rhythm, GRIP damper, EVOL air canister
Rear Shock
FOX Performance Float DPS, EVOL air canister
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Eagle GX, 12-speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM Eagle GX, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275, 10-50 tooth
Crank
SRAM Descendant 7K Eagle, boost spacing
Bottom Bracket
External, 73mm threaded
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Niner Alloy, 15mm x 110mm, 12mm x 148mm
Rear Hub
Niner Alloy, 15mm x 110mm, 12mm x 148mm
Rims
Niner Alloy
Tires
Front: Maxxis Ardent F60 2.4", soft compound, Rear: Maxxis Ardent F60 2.25", soft compound
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide R, 180mm front / 160mm rear rotors
Brake Levers
SRAM Guide R
Cockpit
Stem
Race Face Aeffect 35, 50mm length
Handlebar
Race Face Aeffect R, 780mm width, 20mm rise
Grips
Niner Grrrips, nylon flanges
Headset
Cane Creek 40 Series, zero-stack, ZS44 top, ZS56 bottom
Seat
Saddle
Niner Custom TR, chromoly rails, printed Niner graphic
Seatpost
KS Lev Integra SI
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.34 mm | mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 342 mm | 342 mm | 342 mm | 342 mm | 342 mm |
| Front Center | 683 mm | 702 mm | 723 mm | 746 mm | 771 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 33 mm | mm |
| Trail | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 119 mm | mm |
| Stack | 599 mm | 609 mm | 622 mm | 631 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 402 mm | 417 mm | 433 mm | 471 mm | mm |
| Top Tube Length | 567 mm | 584 mm | 604 mm | 626 mm | 649 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 356 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1123 mm | 1142 mm | 1163 mm | 1186 mm | 1211 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 32 mm | 32 mm | 32 mm | 32 mm | 32 mm |
| Standover Height | 678 mm | 685 mm | 736 mm | 764 mm | 798 mm |
| 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 |
Model Overview
JET 9 RDO 29 2-Star belongs to the Niner Jet model. 55 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Niner Jet bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Niner JET 9 1 STAR – NX1 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2600$. Niner JET 9 RDO 5-STAR 2018 on the other hand costs 8900$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Niner JET 9 RDO 29 2-Star price was 4500$. In conclusion, this bike price is 62.93% higher than the price of the average Trail bike.
JET 9 RDO 29 2-Star components
Fork
The JET 9 RDO 29 2-Star comes factory-installed with the Fox Rhythm Float 34 fork. This has a travel range of 130mm. 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.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the FOX Performance Float DPS model, with a travel of 120mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the JET 9 RDO 29 2-Star 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, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
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, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
JET 9 RDO 29 2-Star comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
Niner JET 9 RDO 29 2-Star comes with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.