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Epic 9 Expert
Epic 9 Expert
SKU:90327-3002
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Evolution of the Fastest
The Lightest, Fastest, Most Capable XC Race Bike Ever
Epic 9 represents 24 years of winning XC innovation, distilled into the fastest race bike in the world.<br>We started with Epic 8’s world-beating benchmark. Then removed what held it back. 206 grams gone, making Epic 9 the lightest full-suspension XC race bike on the planet.<br>Then we cut suspension friction by 11% and refined the kinematics. The result: unmatched efficiency, capability, and speed per watt.<br>Speed emerges as the natural outcome of a bike so seamlessly integrated around the rider that it disappears, leaving only the rider’s full potential, realized.
At a Glance
Use
XC Racing
Frame
FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, 120mm of travel
Suspension
Front: RockShox SID Select+
Rear: RockShox SidLuxe Select+
Drivetrain
SRAM GX Eagle Transmission
Wheels
Roval Control SL VI w/ DT Swiss 370 Hubs
Weight
24 lbs. 2.2 oz. (10.95 kg)
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Technical Specifications
Frameset
Frame
FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel, Optimized for wireless drivetrain
SWAT
SWAT Box 2.0
Seat Binder
Specialized Alloy 34.9, Steel Bolt
Suspension
Fork
RockShox SID Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm
Brakes
Rear Brake
SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Front Brake
SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SRAM AXS POD Controller
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle Transmission 12-Speed Flattop Chain
Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, SM:165mm, M-XL:170mm, 34T
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275 Transmission 12-Speed 10-52t
Wheels & Tires
Front Wheel
Roval Control SL V, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub, Sapim D-Light Straight Pull
Rear Wheel
Roval Control SL V, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub, Sapim D-Light Straight Pull
Rear Tire
Specialized Air Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Front Tire
Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Inner Tubes
Specialized Turbo Tube 48MM Presta valve, 29x1.75/2.4
Cockpit
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Stem
Roval Alloy XC 2-bolt stem, 60mm/70mm
Grips
SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc
Handlebars
Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 35mm clamp
SeatPost
X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, SM: 125mm, M: 150mm, L-XL: 170mm Travel, 0mm offset
Product Details
Product ID
274033
Weight
Weight
10.95 kg (24 lb, 2.2 oz)
Weight Size
MD
Geometry
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crank Length | 165 | 170 | 170 | 170 |
| Handlebar Width | 760 | 760 | 760 | 760 |
| Stem Length | 60 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| Saddle Width | 155 | 143 | 143 | 143 |
| Seatpost Length | 125 | 150 | 150 | 170 |
| Stack | 594 | 604 | 618 | 645 |
| Reach (Low) | 420 | 450 | 480 | 505 |
| Reach (High) | 425 | 455 | 485 | 510 |
| Head-Tube Length | 92 | 105 | 120 | 150 |
| Head-Tube Angle (Low) | 65.9 | 65.9 | 65.9 | 65.9 |
| Head-Tube Angle (High) | 66.3 | 66.3 | 66.3 | 66.3 |
| B-B Height | 333 | 335 | 335 | 335 |
| B-B Drop (Low) | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| B-B Drop (High) | 37 | 35 | 35 | 35 |
| Trail | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Fork Length (full) | 531 | 531 | 531 | 531 |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
| Front Center | 716 | 752 | 788 | 823 |
| Chain-Stay Length | 435 | 435 | 438 | 442 |
| Wheelbase | 1148 | 1184 | 1223 | 1264 |
| Top-Tube Length (horizontal) | 568 | 601 | 634 | 666 |
| Frame Stand-Over Height | 749 | 755 | 757 | 764 |
| Seat-Tube Length | 390 | 410 | 455 | 505 |
| Seat-Tube Angle | 76 | 76 | 76 | 76 |
| Seat Post Max Insertion | 190 | 220 | 260 | 315 |
| Seat Post Min Insertion | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Saddle Height for Effective STA | 690 | 735 | 780 | 825 |