Scott Aspect 970 dk. 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
449$
Weight | 14.95 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
158cm - 167cm
SM
165cm - 173cm
MD
169cm - 180cm
LG
177cm - 186cm
XL
183cm - 191cm
XXL
186cm - 194cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aspect 900-700 series / Alloy 6061 Custom Tubing BSA73 / Internal Cable Routing / replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCE28 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney RD-TY300 21 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-TY500-TS6 / 31.8mm
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF 41 L / 7R EZ-fire plus w/gear indicator
Cassette
Sunrace CSM40 7AV / 11-34T
Crank
Shimano FC-TY301 42x34x24 w/CG
Bottom Bracket
Feimin FP.B908N BB73 / square taper
Chain
KMC Z-7
Pedals
Feimin FP-803
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC-19 FQR disc
Rear Hub
Formula DC-27A 7s RQR disc
Rims
Syncros X-20 Disc 32H / black
Spokes
14 G / stainless / black
Tires
Kenda Booster 2.4" / 30TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro SCM-02 mech. Disc 160F/160R rotor
Cockpit
Stem
TDS-C302-8FOV / 10° / 31.8 / Black
Handlebar
HL MTB-AL-312BT / 720mm / black / 12mm rise
Headset
Ritchey LOGIC ZERO-OE
Seat
Saddle
Syncros 3.0
Seatpost
HL SP C212 31.6mm / 350mm / Black
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 316 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 659 mm | 647 mm | 659 mm | 680 mm | 701 mm | 721 mm |
| Rake | 59 mm | 22 mm | 18 mm | 23 mm | 22 mm | 21 mm |
| Trail | 84 mm | 124 mm | 128 mm | 123 mm | 124 mm | 125 mm |
| Stack | 586 mm | 609 mm | 618 mm | 628 mm | 642 mm | 655 mm |
| Reach | 394 mm | 412 mm | 425 mm | 437 mm | 453 mm | 469 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 591 mm | 606 mm | 621 mm | 641 mm | 661 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm | 395 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm | 530 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm | 456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1108 mm | 1096 mm | 1108 mm | 1129 mm | 1150 mm | 1170 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 749 mm | 777 mm | 789 mm | 827 mm | 863 mm | 897 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 165 cm | 169 cm | 177 cm | 183 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 173 cm | 180 cm | 186 cm | 191 cm | 194 cm |
Model Overview
Aspect 970 dk. completes the Scott Aspect model. 77 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Scott Aspect bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Scott Aspect 970 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 449$. On the other hand, Scott Aspect 920 2020, is the most expensive and costs 899$.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Scott released this model in 2020, its price was 449$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 324.28% smaller.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
With a weight of 14.95 kg (32.96 lbs), Scott bike is much heavier than average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 20.56% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Overview of components
Fork
The Aspect 970 dk. comes factory-installed with the SunTour fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Aspect 970 dk. model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. 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 Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Scott Aspect 970 dk. bike has 6 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 194 cm (5.18 ft – 6.36 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.