The Supercaliber SLR 9.8 XT is an ultra-light XC mountain bike that's ready to lay down rubber on race day
Its SLR Mountain Carbon frame is as light as it is meticulous, with a high modulus lay-up that gives you all the stiffness you crave, and none of the weight. XC courses get rowdier every year, so it's equipped with a 110 mm fork and 80 mm of IsoStrut rear suspension to smooth your roll without kicking pedalling efficiency to the wind. It's all topped off with carbon wheels, a carbon cockpit and Shimano's trail-trusted XT drivetrain.
It's right for you if...
Party laps are fun, but you're ready to race. You want a cross-country steed that sprints up climbs, hammers to the finish and feels good doing it thanks to 80 mm of IsoStrut rear suspension. From wheels to cockpit, you crave carbon and you want the most meticulous high-mod carbon lay-up we offer on a mountain bike.
The tech you get
A featherweight, high-modulus SLR OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with modern XC geometry. 110 mm of front suspension from a Fox Performance 34 step-cast fork with Float EVOL air spring, GRIP damper, dual remote lockout and 80 mm of IsoStrut rear suspension from a RockShox SIDLuxe shock. A Shimano XT 12-speed drivetrain, Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon wheels, carbon Bontrager RSL Integrated bar/stem combo, Bontrager Line Dropper post and Shimano Deore XT M8100 hydraulic disc brakes.
Why you'll love it
The final word
The Supercaliber SLR 9.8 XT is bred for racing and comes from a pedigree of champions. You get our top carbon XC full-suspension frame dripping with carbon components and the trail-trusted reliability of Shimano's XT drivetrain.
****NOTE: This bike is available for purchase online, but must be picked up from an approved store.frame | SLR OCLV Mountain Carbon, IsoStrut, UDH, 80 mm travel |
fork | Fox Performance 34 Step-Cast, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP 2-position damper, dual remote lockout, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 110 mm travel |
shock | Trek IsoStrut, RockShox SIDLuxe, 2-position remote damper |
max compatible fork travel | 120 mm (533 mm axle-to-crown) |
wheel front | Bontrager Kovee Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless-Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
wheel rear | NEW Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon, Tubeless Ready, 108T Rapid Drive, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
max tyre size | Frame - 29x2.40" / Fork - See manufacturer |
shifter | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
rear derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
crank | E*thirteen TRS Race Carbon, 30 mm spindle, 34T alloy ring, 55 mm chain line |
crank arm length | 170 mm (S, M) / 175 mm (M/L, L, XL) |
bottom bracket | e*thirteen BB20-92 |
cassette | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12-speed |
chain | Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100, 12-speed |
max. chainring size | 1x - 38T, min 30T |
saddle | Bontrager Aeolus Elite, austenite rails, 145 mm width |
seatpost | Bontrager Line Dropper, internal routing, 31.6 mm |
seatpost travel | 100 mm (S) / 125 mm (M, M/L)/ 150 mm (L, XL) |
seatpost length | 345 mm (S) / 395 mm (M, M/L) / 440 mm (L, XL) |
handlebar/stem (integrated) | Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 0 mm handlebar rise, 750 mm width, -13-degree stem rise |
stem length (integrated) | 70 mm (S, M, M/L) / 80 mm (L) / 90 mm (XL) |
grips | ESI Chunky |
head set | FSA IS-2, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
brake | Shimano Deore XT M8100 hydraulic disc |
brake rotor | Shimano RT86, 6-bolt, 180mm / 160mm |
max brake rotor sizes | 160 mm front and rear |
tool | Bontrager Switch Lever, w/tool |
weight | M - 10.95 kg (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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 | Fox |
Fork Travel | 101 - 120mm |
Shock Travel | 0 - 100mm |
Pedals Included | No |
Ride Style | Cross Country |
FRAME | SLR OCLV Mountain Carbon, IsoStrut, UDH, 80 mm travel |
Fork | Fox Performance 34 Step-Cast, Float EVOL air spring, GRIP 2-position damper, dual remote lockout, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, 15 mm Kabolt axle, 110 mm travel |
Shock | Trek IsoStrut, RockShox SIDLuxe, 2-position remote damper |
Max compatible fork travel | 120 mm (533 mm axle-to-crown) |
Wheel Front | Bontrager Kovee Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless-Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
Wheel Rear | NEW Bontrager Kovee Elite 30 carbon, Tubeless Ready, 108T Rapid Drive, 6-bolt, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
Tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
MAX TYRE SIZE | Frame - 29x2.40" / Fork - See manufacturer |
Shifter | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
CRANK | E*thirteen TRS Race Carbon, 30 mm spindle, 34T alloy ring, 55 mm chain line |
Crank arm length | 170 mm (S, M) / 175 mm (M/L, L, XL) |
Bottom Bracket | e*thirteen BB20-92 |
Cassette | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12-speed |
Chain | Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100, 12-speed |
Max. chainring size | 1x - 38T, min 30T |
Saddle | Bontrager Aeolus Elite, austenite rails, 145 mm width |
Seatpost | Bontrager Line Dropper, internal routing, 31.6 mm |
Seatpost travel | 100 mm (S) / 125 mm (M, M/L)/ 150 mm (L, XL) |
Seatpost Length | 345 mm (S) / 395 mm (M, M/L) / 440 mm (L, XL) |
Handlebar/stem (integrated) | Bontrager RSL Integrated handlebar/stem, OCLV Carbon, 0 mm handlebar rise, 750 mm width, -13-degree stem rise |
Stem length (integrated) | 70 mm (S, M, M/L) / 80 mm (L) / 90 mm (XL) |
GRIPS | ESI Chunky |
Head Set | FSA IS-2, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
BRAKE | Shimano Deore XT M8100 hydraulic disc |
BRAKE ROTOR | Shimano RT86, 6-bolt, 180mm / 160mm |
Max brake rotor sizes | 160 mm front and rear |
TOOL | Bontrager Switch Lever, w/tool |
Weight | M - 10.95 kg (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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.