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Details

NEW WINNER’S FRAME

NEW WINNER’S FRAME

The refined carbon frame delivers a stable, confidence-inspiring platform that excels on demanding terrain. With an increased 140mm fork travel, this machine provides the extra control required to push harder, ensuring you remain composed when the trail turns rowdy.

DRIVETRAIN PRECISION

DRIVETRAIN PRECISION

Upgraded with a high-performance Shimano XT drivetrain, this system delivers crisp, reliable shifting under heavy load. Shimano M6120 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes, paired with 180mm SM-RT64 rotors, provide powerful stopping power with excellent heat management and confident modulation.

DIALED GEOMETRY

DIALED GEOMETRY

While the core frame angles remain consistent, the longer fork naturally slackens the effective head angle. This adjustment centers the rider for optimal balance, providing unshakeable stability on steep, technical sections without sacrificing your climbing efficiency or handling agility.

DESIGNED & BUILT IN EUROPE

DESIGNED & BUILT IN EUROPE

Superior designs and assembles its bikes in Europe with full control from prototype to production. This factory oversight ensures consistent frame tolerances, tidy routing and durable hardware. With over 200,000 bikes produced annually and race-validated development, the brand focuses on dependable engineering and long-term durability.

ROCKSHOX SUSPENSION
ROCKSHOX SUSPENSION The 140mm fork travel and tuned rear shock work in harmony to absorb heavy impacts and smooth out the roughest trails. This combination provides the sensitivity and support needed to maintain maximum traction and control when the terrain gets steep and demanding.
SHIMANO XT DRIVETRAIN
SHIMANO XT DRIVETRAIN Experience high-performance shifting with the crisp, rapid, and reliable operation of Shimano XT. Engineered to perform under heavy load, it ensures you always find the right gear instantly for efficient climbing and aggressive acceleration.
SHIMANO 4-PISTON BRAKES
SHIMANO 4-PISTON BRAKES Equipped with four-piston calipers and high-performance rotors, this system offers immense stopping power and superior heat dissipation. You get consistent, predictable braking modulation that keeps you in command during long technical descents.
WTB KOM LIGHT TEAM I30
WTB KOM LIGHT TEAM I30 This lightweight wheelset delivers a stiff, responsive ride with low rotational weight for fast acceleration and sharp handling. Built for durability and easy maintenance, the rims are designed to withstand aggressive trail riding while keeping the bike feeling quick and efficient.
DROPPER POST
DROPPER POST The integrated dropper post provides on-the-fly seat height adjustment, allowing you to instantly drop your saddle for technical descents or raise it for efficient climbing. This essential feature ensures you have full body clearance and agility when tackling steep and challenging trail sections.
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Specs
frameset
FrameSU-01.2, Carbon MTB DC, Advanced Down Country Geometry, Travel 130 mm, Integrated Cable routing, BB92, 3D alloy one piece link, Carbon swingarm, SR dropout, Boost Thru Axle 148x12 mm, UDH Hanger
HeadsetACROS AZX-1305R1S/AZX-644S, ICR, ZS56/28.6 - ZS56/40, BlockLock 150°, Stainless Bearings
suspension
ForkRockShox PIKE Select Charger RC, Tapered, DebonAir+, 15x110mm axle, 140mm travel
ShockRockShox Deluxe Select+ RT, size 190x45mm
drivetrain
Rear derailleurShimano XT RD-M8100, Shadow Plus Design, 12-speed
ShifterShimano SLX SL-M7100-IR, RAPIDFIRE Plus, 12-speed
CrankShimano XT FC-M8120, Hollowtech II
Chainring34T
CassetteShimano CS-M6100, 12-speed, 10-51T
ChainShimano CN-M6100
brakes
Front brakeShimano M6120, 4 piston, Hydraulic disc
Rear brakeShimano M6120, 4 piston, Hydraulic disc
RotorShimano SM-RT64, 180mm
wheels
Front hubShimano HB-TC500-15-B, 32H, CL, 15x110mm
Rear hubShimano FH-TC500-MS-B, 32H, CL, 12x148mm
RimWTB, KOM Light Team i30, 32H, Tubeless Ready
TyreSchwalbe Wicked Will Evo, SuperGround, TL-Easy, 29x2.40", ADDIX SpeedGrip
contact points
HandlebarONE Alloy, 12mm rise, 35mm
GripsONE Race, Lock-On
SaddleFizi:k Ridon X5, Alloy
SeatpostONE Sport Dropper Post, Alloy, 30.9mm, Shimano SL-MT500-L Seat post lever
StemONE ICR, Alloy, 35mm, 0°
weight
Bike weight28.7 lbs
Geo

  S M L XL
Rider's Height 5'3"-5'7" 5'7"-5'11" 5'11"-6'2" 6'2"-6'4"
A) Seat Tube Length 393 431 482 533
B) Effective Top Tube Length 583 609 629 649
C) Seat Tube Angle 75.3° 75.3° 75.3° 75.3°
D) Head Tube Angle 65.6° 65.6° 65.6° 65.6°
E) Chainstay Length 430 430 430 430
F) Seat Tube Offset 35 35 35 35
G) Head Tube Length 90 100 110 120
H) Bottom Bracket Drop 35 35 35 35
I) Bottom Bracket Height 344 344 344 344
J) Rear Center 430 430 430 430
K) Wheelbase 1160 1187 1209 1230
L) Stack 590 600 609 618
M) Reach 428 451 469 487
Crank Length 170 170 175 175
Handlebar Width 760 760 760 760
Stem Length 35 50 50 50
Seatpost Length (L) / Travel (T) 408 / 125 408 / 125 458 / 150 458 / 150
Build

Superior XF 9.7 RC - Carbon XC Mountain Bike

Your bike needs minor assembly before riding; use the tools and videos included.

As a guide, it'll take 10-40min depending on whether you're an experienced bike assembler or have little to no mechanical experience.

Side Note: Your cables will stretch during the initial bed-in period and must be adjusted by an experienced mechanic around 150km of riding.

  1. How To Unbox Your Superior XF 9.7 RC - Carbon XC Mountain Bike

  2. Dial In Your Suspension Setup

  3. Dial In Your Bike Fit

  4. Dial In Your Tyre Pressures

  5. Pre-Ride Check