Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 36
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Groupset X01 Eagle, Truvativ Descendant Carbon -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
RIP 9 RDO - CAMO
Suspension Fork
FOX 36 FLOAT FACTORY FIT4 EVOL, 3 POSITION W/ ADJ, KASHIMA COAT, 160MM, 110X15MM
Rear Shock
FOX FLOAT DPX2 FACTORY EVOL 3 POSITION W/ ADJUST, KASHIMA COAT
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SRAM X01 EAGLE 12SP
Cassette
SRAM EAGLE XG 1295, 10-50T
Crank
SRAM DESCENDANT EAGLE CARBON GXP 32T CNC RING
Bottom Bracket
SRAM%20GXP
Chain
SRAM X01 EAGLE 12SP
Wheels
Tires
29" MAXXIS MINION DHF 2.5 3C/EXO/TR or 27.5+ MAXXIS REKON+ DC/EXO/TR 2.8
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM GUIDE RSC
Brake Levers
SRAM GUIDE RSC
Cockpit
Stem
RACE FACE TURBINE BASIC 50MM, 35MM CLAMP
Handlebar
RACE FACE SIXC 820MM WIDE, 20MM RISE, 35MM CLAMP
Grips
NINER GRRRIPS L/O FLANGED
Headset
NINER INTERNAL ZS SHIS DESCRIPTION ZS44/28.6|ZS56/40
Seat
Saddle
NINER CUSTOM TR WITH CRN-TI RAILS, PRINTED NINER GRAPHIC
Seatpost
KS LEV INTEGRA
Model Overview
RIP 9 RDO 5-STAR belongs to the Niner Rip model. Niner launched 89 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Niner Rip bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Niner RIP 9 RDO 27.5+ 1-Star 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3950$. Niner RIP 9 RDO 5-STAR PUSH Edition 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 10000$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Enduro bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 9100$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that RIP 9 RDO 5-STAR price is 152.85% more expensive than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Niner RIP 9 RDO 5-STAR 2018 bike is equipped with the Fox Factory Float 36 fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the RIP 9 RDO 5-STAR model has 27.5″ wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. 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 RIP 9 RDO 5-STAR comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the RIP 9 RDO 5-STAR. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.