Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon Team XTR w/ Fox Live Valve 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
11,599$
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 140mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 36
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Groupset XTR, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
147cm - 164cm
SM
161cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
187cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Mach 5.5
Suspension Fork
Fox Factory Live 36 27.5", 44mm offset, FIT LIVE - 160mm
Rear Shock
Fox Factory Live Valve
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR M9100 SGS 12-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR M9100 ISPEC EV 12-Speed
Cassette
Shimano XTR M9100 10-51t
Crank
Race Face Next R 32t
Chain
Shimano CN-M9100 12-Speed
Wheels
Rims
Reynolds Blacklabel Enduro Wide Trail w/ Industry Nine hub, 34mm - 27.5" 15x110 F/12x148 R
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 27.5" x 2.5" TR, EXO+Maxxis Dissector 27.5" x 2.4" TR, EXO
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR M9120 4-piston
Disk Rotors
Shimano XTR CenterLock - 180mmShimano XTR CenterLock - 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Phoenix Team Enduro/Trail
Handlebar
Phoenix Team Low Rise Carbon - 760mm
Grips
Phoenix Factory Lock-On
Headset
Pivot Precision Sealed Cartridge
Seat
Saddle
Phoenix WTB Team High Tail Trail (XS, SM), Phoenix WTB Team Vigo (MD-XL)
Seatpost
Fox Transfer Factory Series 100mm (XS), 125mm (SM), 150mm (MD-LG), 175mm (XL)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.28 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm |
| Stack | 589 mm | 603 mm | 613 mm | 622 mm | 631 mm |
| Reach | 397 mm | 417 mm | 447 mm | 467 mm | 492 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 565 mm | 591 mm | 624 mm | 646 mm | 674 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.25 ° | 74.25 ° | 74.25 ° | 74.25 ° | 74.25 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 356 mm | 394 mm | 426 mm | 457 mm | 495 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1123 mm | 1150 mm | 1184 mm | 1207 mm | 1236 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm |
| Standover Height | 693 mm | 697 mm | 698 mm | 699 mm | 718 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 161 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 200 cm |
About this model
Mach 5.5 Carbon Team XTR w/ Fox Live Valve completes the Pivot Mach 55 model. Pivot launched 77 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon Race XT 2021 has a starting price of 5899$. Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon Team XX1 AXS w/ Fox Live Valve 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 13099$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 11599$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 319.95% higher.
Mach 5.5 Carbon Team XTR w/ Fox Live Valve components
Fork
Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon Team XTR w/ Fox Live Valve 2021 bike is equipped with the Fox Factory Float 36 fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Fox Factory Live Valve rear shock model, which has a travel of 140mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon Team XTR w/ Fox Live Valve 2021, has a 27.5″ carbon model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Mach 5.5 Carbon Team XTR w/ Fox Live Valve 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
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 147 cm – 200 cm (4.82 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon Team XTR w/ Fox Live Valve comes with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.