X-Caliber 9 is the top-end model in the X-Caliber family. Its a fully race-ready cross country mountain bike built with parts designed to compete. A RockShox Recon fork, a 1x12 Shimano XT/SLX drivetrain, and a wide-range cassette make it a great choice for fast singletrack riders who want a great bike thats ready to race right out of the box.
X-Caliber is a classic XC hardtail with quick-handling geometry, weight-conscious parts, and just enough suspension to take the edge off bumps. These models are built for efficiency, making them great for racers or anyone else who wants to cover more ground in less time.
The Alpha Gold Aluminum frame is packed with features that make your ride better. A tapered head tube gives you more precise, confident handling on the front end, while Boost 141 rear hub spacing gives you shorter chainstays for more nimble handling out back.
Shimano XT is the original mountain bike groupset and trusted by generations of mountain bikers around the world. Whatever the trail, wherever you ride, XT is your solution for mountain biking today. Reliable shifting. Superior braking. Intuitive maintenance. XT is the high performance workhorse you can count on.
Pedals are two of the five touchpoints that connect you with your bike, and even though this bike comes with a pair, upgrading to pedals that boost control and grip will greatly improve your ride. See the pedal guide and find the best pedals for your riding style. We recommend flat pedals for simple versatility.
Frame |
Alpha Gold Aluminum, tapered head tube, internal derailleur & dropper post routing, rack & kickstand mount, Boost141, 5mm QR |
Fork |
RockShox Recon Gold RL, DebonAir spring, Motion Control damper, lockout, tapered steerer, 37mm offset, Boost110, 15mm Maxle Stealth, 100mm travel |
Wheel Front |
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Tire |
Maxxis Ardent Race, tubeless ready, EXO casing, folding bead, 60tpi, 27.5x2.35 |
Tire Part |
Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz |
Hub Front |
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, alloy axle, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15mm thru axle |
Hub Rear |
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost141, 5mm QR |
Rim |
Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve // Bontrager Kovee, double-wall, Tubeless Ready, 32-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve |
Rim Strip |
Bontrager TLR |
Shifter |
Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
Crank |
Shimano MT611, 30T steel ring, alloy spider, 52mm chainline, 170mm length |
Bottom Bracket |
Shimano SM-BB52, 73mm, threaded external bearing |
Cassette |
Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51T, 12 speed |
Chain |
Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed |
Brake |
Shimano hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT410 caliper // Shimano hydraulic disc, MT4100 lever, MT410 caliper |
Brake Rotor |
Shimano RT56, 6-bolt, 180mm // Shimano RT56, 6-bolt, 160mm |
Pedal |
VP-536 nylon platform |
Saddle |
Bontrager Arvada, steel rails, 138mm width |
Seatpost |
TranzX JD-YSP18, 100mm travel, internal routing, 31.6mm, 361mm length |
Seat Collar |
Bolt-on, 36.4mm |
Handlebar |
Bontrager alloy, 31.8mm, 5mm rise, 720mm width |
Stem |
Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 60mm length |
Headset |
Semi-integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, alloy cups, 1-1/8 top, 1.5 bottom |
Grips |
Bontrager XR Trail Comp, nylon lock-on |