Details
FAST XC DNA-TRAIL CONTROL
The XF DC is built for riders who want XC speed with real descending confidence. Its one-piece monocoque carbon frame, manufactured in a leading carbon facility in Portugal, weighs ~1,620 g and delivers 130 mm front & rear travel. The complete build sits around 27 lb range, offering one of the best price-to-weight ratios in its class.
RESPONSIVE AND EFFICIENT
A flex-stay rear end keeps the system light while improving small-bump sensitivity and pedalling efficiency. Updated kinematics increase anti-squat for stronger climbing traction, while a tuned leverage curve adds mid-stroke support for pumping rollers and holding momentum on fast singletrack.
MODERN GEOMETRY
A ~65.6° head angle and ~75° seat angle provide stability without dulling responsiveness. Short 430 mm stays keep line changes quick, and two bottle mounts inside the main triangle suit long XC days. It accelerates fast and stays predictable through dusty, off-camber corners—down-country in attitude, not enduro.
INDUSTRY REVIEW
"The Superior XF DC blends race-bike efficiency with unexpected trail fun. Light, agile and comfortable, it shines on flowing and rolling terrain with playful handling and balanced geometry, making it a versatile Down-Country bike for long rides and energetic trail sessions." BIKE Magazine
Specs
| frameset | |
|---|---|
| Frame | SU-01.2 Carbon MTB Down Country Frame, Advanced Geometry, 130mm Travel, Internal Cable Routing, BB92, 3D Alloy One-Piece Link, Carbon Swingarm, SR Dropout, 12×148mm Boost Rear Spacing, Dropper-Post Ready, (Sizes S–XL: Two Bottle Cage Mounts) |
| Headset | ACROS AZX-1052S ICR, ZS56/28.6 – ZS56/40, BlockLock 150°, Stainless Bearings |
| suspension | |
| Fork | RockShox Pike Ultimate Charger 3 RC2, DebonAir+, 130mm Travel, Tapered Steerer, 15×110mm Boost Axle |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Ultimate RCT, 190×45mm |
| drivetrain | |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano XT RD-M8100, Shadow Plus Design, 12-Speed |
| Shifter | Shimano SLX SL-M7100-IR, Rapidfire Plus, 12-Speed |
| Crank | Shimano XT FC-M8120, Hollowtech II |
| Chainring | 34T |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX CS-M7101, 12-Speed, 10-51T |
| Chain | Shimano Deore CN-M6100 |
| brakes | |
| Front brake | Shimano XT M8120 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Rear brake | Shimano XT M8120 4-Piston Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT64 180mm Front & Rear |
| wheels | |
| Front hub | DT Swiss M1900 SPLINE®, Center Lock, 15×110mm Boost |
| Rear hub | DT Swiss M1900 SPLINE®, Center Lock, 12×148mm Boost |
| Rim | DT Swiss M1900 SPLINE®, Alloy, 30mm Internal Width, Tubeless Ready |
| Tyre | Schwalbe Wicked Will EVO SuperGround TL-Easy 29×2.40", ADDIX SpeedGrip Compound |
| Max tyre size | 29×2.40" |
| contact points | |
| Handlebar | ONE Alloy, 12mm Rise, 35mm Clamp |
| Grips | ONE Race Lock-On |
| Saddle | Fizik Ridon X5, Alloy Rails |
| Seatpost | ONE Sport Dropper Post, Alloy, 30.9mm |
| Stem | ONE ICR Alloy 35mm Length, 0° Rise |
| Pedals | Not Included |
| weight | |
| Bike weight | 27.6 lbs |
Geo
| S | M | L | XL | |
| Rider's height in ft | 5'3"–5'7" | 5'7"–5'10" | 5'10"–6'2" | 6'2"–6'6" |
| Top Tube Length | 583 | 609 | 629 | 649 |
| Reach | 428 | 451 | 469 | 487 |
| Seat Tube Length | 393 | 431 | 482 | 533 |
| Chainstay Length | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.6° | 65.6° | 65.6° | 65.6° |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.3° | 75.3° | 75.3° | 75.3° |
| BB Drop | 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 |
| Wheelbase | 1160 | 1187 | 1209 | 1230 |
| Head Tube Length | 90 | 100 | 110 | 120 |
| Handlebar Width | 760 | 760 | 760 | 760 |
| Stem Length | 35 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Crank Length | 170 | 175 | 175 | 175 |
| Dropper | L408 / T125 | L408 / T125 | L458 / T150 | L458 / T150 |
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.
How To Unbox Your Superior XF 9.7 RC - Carbon XC Mountain Bike
Dial In Your Suspension Setup
Dial In Your Bike Fit
Dial In Your Tyre Pressures
Pre-Ride Check