Scott Contessa Spark 920 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,999$
Weight | 13.6 kg 
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 RockShox Pike Select
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Groupset NX Eagle, SX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Spark Carbon HMF Mainframe with Alloy 6011 Swingarm Integrated Suspension Technology Flex Pivot / Adjustable head angle Syncros Cable Integration System BB92 / UDH Interface / 12x148mm with 55mm Chainline
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike Select RL3 Air custom Charger 3-Mode Damper 15x110mm Maxle Lite / 42mm offset / Tapered steerer Lockout / Reb. Adj. / 130mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select RL3 Trunnion 3 modes / Lockout-Trail-Descend Debon Air / Reb. Adj. Travel 120mm / T165X45mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle 12 Speed
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle Trigger
Cassette
SRAM SX-PG1210 / 11-50 T
Crank
SRAM X1 Eagle DUB 55mm CL / 30T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB PF 92 MTB Wide / shell 41x92mm
Chain
SRAM CN NX Eagle
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula CL-811 / 15x110mm
Rear Hub
Formula CL-148S / 12x148mm Syncros Axle w/Removable Lever with 6mm Allen, T30 and T25 Tools
Rims
Syncros X-30SE / 32H / 30mm Tubeless ready
Spokes
Stainless Black 15G / 1.8mm
Tires
Schwalbe Wicked Will 29x2.4" EVO Super Ground / TLE / 67EPI / Addix Speed Grip
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT501 Disc
Disk Rotors
Shimano SM-RT64 CL / F&R 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Syncros DC 2.0 Syncros Cable Integration System 0° rise / 6061 Alloy / 31.8mm / 1 1/8"
Handlebar
Syncros Fraser 2.0 DC Alloy 6061 D.B. mini Rise / back sweep 8° / 760mm Syncros Women Pro lock-on grips
Headset
Syncros - Acros Angle adjust & Cable Routing HS System +-0.6° head angle adjustment ZS56/28.6 – ZS56/40 MTB
Seat
Saddle
Syncros Savona 2.5 (V-Concept) Channel
Seatpost
Syncros Duncan Dropper Post 2.5 31.6mm / S size 100mm, M size 125mm / L size 150mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 331.5 mm | 331.5 mm | 331.5 mm | 331.5 mm |
| Front Center | 711 mm | 740 mm | 771 mm | 802 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 41 mm | 38 mm | 35 mm |
| Trail | 107 mm | 107 mm | 107 mm | 107 mm |
| Stack | 605.5 mm | 605.5 mm | 615.7 mm | 625 mm |
| Reach | 408 mm | 438 mm | 468 mm | 498 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 559 mm | 587 mm | 611 mm | 639 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.7 ° | 75.9 ° | 76.4 ° | 76.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 415 mm | 440 mm | 490 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.8 ° | 65.8 ° | 65.8 ° | 65.8 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1143 mm | 1172 mm | 1203 mm | 1234 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Standover Height | 757 mm | 765 mm | 776 mm | 799 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Contessa Spark 920 is a Scott Spark model. There are 189 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Scott Spark bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Scott Spark 970 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2799$. Scott Spark RC SL 2022 on the other hand costs 14999$, 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.
Trail bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3999$. In conclusion, this bike price is 44.79% more expensive than the price of the average Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes weigh an average of 12.98 kg (28.62 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.
Weighing 13.6 kg (29.98 lbs), the Contessa Spark 920 model is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 4.78% less than Contessa Spark 920.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Pike Select model. The travel on this model is 130mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Deluxe Select RL3 Trunnion 3 model, with a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Contessa Spark 920 bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Contessa Spark 920 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
The Scott model is also equipped with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!