It's right for you if...
You practically live at the downhill park, and want a fast, traction-packed DH bike that can handle your gnarliest runs thanks to a suspension design that keeps you in control all the way down.
The tech you get
A burly alloy frame, 200 mm rear travel with a FOX DHX shock, 200 mm RockShox Boxxer Select with plush Charger RC damper, powerful Code R 4-piston brakes and a SRAM GX 7-speed drivetrain.
The final word
The Session has always been the go-to DH bike. Now it's more of a ripper than ever thanks to a new suspension design that delivers more traction, speed and virtually no pedal kickback.
Why you'll love it
- New suspension layout with a high pivot and idler pulley increases traction, carries more speed and reduces pedal kickback for more stability
- Virtually zero pedal kickback means that you’ll stay confidently planted and in control during descents – especially when landing jumps or drops
- The high pivot design delivers a more efficient rearward axle path so you’ll carry more speed and your wheel won’t get hung up on obstacles
- Adjust your suspension progression by flipping the lower shock mount chip – 20% for plush park rides, 25% for racing efficiency
- Our new DH sizing system is based on reach, not rider height, which is the most important factor in a great downhill bike fit
Specifications
*spec applies to all sizes unless otherwise noted
Frame | Alpha Platinum Aluminium, high main pivot, idler pulley, integrated frame protection, internal or external routing, magnesium rocker link, Mino Link, ISCG 05 2-bolt mount, Active Braking Pivot, 157x12 mm thru-axle, 200 mm travel |
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Fork | RockShox Boxxer Select, DebonAir spring, Charger RC damper, 46 mm offset, 20x110 mm Boost thru-axle, 200 mm travel |
*Shock | Size: R1 Fox VAN Performance, 400 lb spring, 250x72.5 mm |
Size: R2 Fox VAN Performance, 450 lb spring, 250x72.5 mm |
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Size: R3 Fox VAN Performance, 500 lb spring, 250x72.5 mm |
Wheel front | Bontrager Line DH 30, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, 110x20 mm Boost thru axle |
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Wheel rear | Bontrager Line DH 30, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, Shimano 7 speed freehub, 157x12 mm thru axle |
Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
Tyre | Bontrager G5 Team Issue, wire bead, 2-ply 60tpi, 29x2.50" |
Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
Shifter | SRAM GX DH, 7-speed |
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Rear derailleur | SRAM GX DH, medium cage |
Crank | Truvativ Descendant DH, DUB 83, 34-T steel ring, 165 mm length |
Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB, 83 mm, BSA threaded |
Cassette | SRAM PG-720, 11-25, 7-speed |
Chain | SRAM PC-1110, 11-speed |
Pedal | Wellgo BO-87B, alloy body, Cro-Mo axle, replaceable pins |
Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, hollow chromoly rails, 138 mm width |
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Seatpost | Bontrager Rhythm Elite, 31.6 mm, 0 mm offset, 330 mm length |
Handlebar | Bontrager Line, alloy, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 780 mm width |
Grips | Bontrager XR Trail Elite, nylon lock-on |
Stem | Bontrager Line Pro, 35 mm, Direct Mount, 50 mm length |
*Brake | Size: R1, R2, R3 SRAM Code R hydraulic disc |
Size: R1, R2, R3 SRAM Code R 4-piston hydraulic disc |
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*Brake rotor | Size: R1, R2, R3 SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 180 mm |
Size: R1, R2, R3 SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt, round edge, 200 mm |
Weight | M - 38.98 lbs / 17.68 kg (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb). |