The Dakar XAM series is the all-mountain bike the other guys wish they built. And just as they think they’ve caught up, we’ve upped the level. Again.
We’ve added 20mm of rear wheel travel to the ’08 XAM, putting 150mm of precisely controlled mp3 suspension travel to work for you on drop-ins and big stuff, with a moderate 2.63:1 wheel travel-to-shock stroke ratio that enhances rear shock performance as well as rear shock longevity and durability. This is an active suspension design that’ll absorb big hits, stay plush over small bumps while you pedal, and won’t sap energy from you on the climbs. With oversize pivots, beefed-up bell crank, 10mm shock hardware and long-lasting bearings that keep it tracking straight day after day, ride after ride.
Relaxed angles (68.5 HT x 73 ST) and a generous top tube length deliver the perfect all mountain ride: stable at speed with excellent maneuverability and climbing capability.
The big-tubed Kinesium frame ties everything rigidly together, helping you get the most from the XAM 1.0’s Marzocchi TST2 fork’s 140-160 mm of adjustable travel, or the XAM 2.0’s Fox 36 TALAS RC2 adjustable-travel fork, both with 20mm thru-axles so you can stick a landing or rail a high-speed banked corner with confidence.
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| New longer travel XAM MP³ suspension frame goes to 150mm for Travel |
| 10mm shock hardware |
| New improved thicker BellCrank |
| NEW rear drop outs, that are stronger, and stiffer |
| New derailleur hanger , stronger and stiffer |
| Fox DHX 4.0 rear shock |
| Marzocchi 55 TST2 fork |
| 20mm front axle |
| NEW Shimano Deore XT Shadow rear derailleur |
| Avid Juicy 3 Hydraulic disc brakes |
| WTB Prowler MX 2.3 front and Prowler SS 2.3 rear, Folding tire |
| SRAM PC971 Chain |
| MSRP: $2200.00 |
| Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes shipping
costs and dealer assembly/prep. |
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| New longer travel XAM MP³ suspension frame goes to 150mm for Travel |
| 10mm shock hardware |
| New improved thicker BellCrank |
| Bell crank down tube pivot point reduces rear triangle size for less weight & greater lateral/torsional stiffness rigidity |
| Frame features Kinesium tubing, extended seat tube with “rifle” top tube for seat tube support & lowered standover |
| Near vertical axle path, fully-active 150mm rear wheel travel, |
| Fox DHX 4.0 rear shock with position sensitive boost valve, NEW 2 position ProPedal adjust lever, external rebound adjustment |
| Constant seatstay & bell crank length on all frame sizes assures ride characteristics are the same regardless of frame size |
| Marzocchi 55 TST2 fork, 140-160mm of travel adjust, with TST2 Trail Selection Techand ATA2 Travel Adjust |
| Avid Juicy3 Hydraulic Disc Brakes, True 2 piston self adjust, Power Reserve Geo, Tri-Align caliper, Reach adjust, and G2 Clean Sweep rotor |
| Shimano Deore LX Hollowtech II crankset features a hollow forging for lighter weight with integrated BB increased rigidity & pedaling efficiency |
| Shimano new Deore XT rear derailleur features a low profile for improved life, quiet; will not contact chainstay, direct routing; reduces risk of snagging and stronger return spring for crisp shifting. |
| Shimano new Deore RapidFire shifters offer a “2-way” release, allowing the upper lever to be pulled with the forefinger or pushed with the thumb depending upon rider preference |
| Easton EA50 , 31.8 (OS) bar and Vice All Mountain stem are NothShore proven! |
| WTB Pure V Race saddle features a padded, dropped nose design allowing for steeper saddle angles, forward climbing position & gentler on/off transitions |
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