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
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Specifications
*spec applies to all sizes unless otherwise noted
Frameset
| 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 |
Wheels
| 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 |
Drivetrain
| 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 |
Components
| 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
| 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). |