Slash 9.8 is a carbon enduro mountain bike built to handle big hits, rail corners and rip down the mountain faster than you ever thought possible. Ultra-stiff and ultra-tough carbon frame, carbon wheels and the most refined suspension tech from RockShox make this long-travel 29er a worthy contender for any dedicated rider and enduro podium.
It's right for you if...
You're looking to tackle huge days on huge mountains, whether it's an enduro race or an epic adventure. You want the light weight and muted vibrations of a carbon frame, and you prioritise tunable suspension performance and a precise, workhorse drivetrain.
The tech you get
A full OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with 160 mm of travel and an all-new RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT shock, plus an all-new RockShox ZEB fork with extra-beefy 38 mm stanchions. A Shimano XT 12-speed drivetrain for super-smooth shifting that's easy on the thumb, 4-piston brakes for confident descents and Line Elite 30 carbon wheels with a 108-tooth Rapid Drive hub for quick acceleration when you need it most.
Why you'll love it
The final word
This is a beast of a mountain bike. You get hot new suspension technology normally reserved for the most expensive bikes, and you get it on a fresh new frame. With Slash 9.8, the faster you go, the better it rides, so giddy-up.
****NOTE: This bike is available for purchase online, but must
be picked up from an approved store.| frame | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame and stays, internal storage, tapered head tube, Knock Block 2.0, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armour, shuttle guard, threaded BB, ISCG 05, 34.9 mm seat tube, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 160 mm |
| fork | RockShox ZEB Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 3 RC2 damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, Maxle Stealth, 170 mm travel |
| shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, 230 mm x 62.5 mm |
| max compatible fork travel | 180 mm (596 mm axle-to-crown) |
| wheel front | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
| wheel rear | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost 148, 12 mm thru axle |
| skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| tyre | Bontrager Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50" |
| tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| max tyre size | Frame - 29x2.50" Fork - See manufacturer |
| shifter | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
| rear derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
| crank | Shimano XT M8120, 30T, 55 mm chainline, 170 mm length |
| bottom bracket | Shimano BB-MT501 BSA |
| cassette | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12-speed |
| chain | Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100, 12-speed |
| max. chainring size | Max - 34T, Min - 28T |
| saddle | Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138 mm width |
| seatpost | Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm |
| seatpost travel/length | Size S - 100mm/345mm; M/ML - 150mm/440mm; L - 170mm/485mm; XL - 200mm/550mm |
| handlebar | Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 820mm width |
| grips | Bontrager XR Trail Pro, alloy lock-on |
| stem | Bontrager Line Pro, 35 mm, Knock Block, Blendr-compatible, 0-degree, 35 mm length |
| head set | Knock Block 2.0 Integrated, 72-degree radius (includes infinite-radius chip), sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
| brake | Shimano XT M8120 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| brake rotor | Shimano RT76, 6-bolt |
| max brake rotor sizes | Front - see fork manufacturer; Rear - 200 mm |
| accessory bag | Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
| weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg. |
| Frame Material | Carbon |
| Fork Material | Suspension |
| Groupset Brand | Shimano |
| Groupset Model | XT |
| Fork Brand | Rockshox |
| Fork Travel | 141 - 170mm |
| Shock Travel | 0 - 100mm |
| Pedals Included | No |
| Ride Style | Enduro |
| FRAME | OCLV Mountain Carbon main frame and stays, internal storage, tapered head tube, Knock Block 2.0, Control Freak internal routing, Carbon Armour, shuttle guard, threaded BB, ISCG 05, 34.9 mm seat tube, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ABP, Boost148, 160 mm |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Select+, DebonAir spring, Charger 3 RC2 damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, Maxle Stealth, 170 mm travel |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ RT, 230 mm x 62.5 mm |
| Max compatible fork travel | 180 mm (596 mm axle-to-crown) |
| Wheel Front | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
| Wheel Rear | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano MicroSpline freehub, Boost 148, 12 mm thru axle |
| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| Tyre | Bontrager Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50" |
| Tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| MAX TYRE SIZE | Frame - 29x2.50" Fork - See manufacturer |
| Shifter | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
| CRANK | Shimano XT M8120, 30T, 55 mm chainline, 170 mm length |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-MT501 BSA |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100, 12-speed |
| Max. chainring size | Max - 34T, Min - 28T |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138 mm width |
| Seatpost | Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm |
| Seatpost travel/length | Size S - 100mm/345mm; M/ML - 150mm/440mm; L - 170mm/485mm; XL - 200mm/550mm |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35mm, 27.5mm rise, 820mm width |
| GRIPS | Bontrager XR Trail Pro, alloy lock-on |
| Stem | Bontrager Line Pro, 35 mm, Knock Block, Blendr-compatible, 0-degree, 35 mm length |
| Head Set | Knock Block 2.0 Integrated, 72-degree radius (includes infinite-radius chip), sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
| BRAKE | Shimano XT M8120 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| BRAKE ROTOR | Shimano RT76, 6-bolt |
| Max brake rotor sizes | Front - see fork manufacturer; Rear - 200 mm |
| Accessory bag | Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg. |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Shifting Type | Mechanical |
| Drivetrain Gearing | 1 x 12 |
* All specifications listed are subject to change without notice. Please note that our specifications may be impacted by manufacturer component substitution changes caused by high global demand for bikes and resulting supply chain issues in the bike industry. We recommend confirming the specifications with your local Evo Cycles showroom if you have any questions.
Bike Weight: Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on frame size, finish, hardware and accessories. The most accurate way to determine any bike's weight is to have your local showroom weigh it for you.
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