Top models of 2026: The world’s most expensive mountain bikes – now even cheaper!

At last, some good news for anyone who has so far been put off buying a bike by the lack of five-figure play money: in the luxury segment, you can actually spend less than you used to. The only problem is that ‘less’ still means a great deal here. A look back at our List of the most expensive production mountain bikes of 2025 shows that even such price records eventually become a thing of the past.

Scott: The former price record-holders are becoming cheaper

Lumen 900 SL: 2,000 euros cheaper than when it was first launched

In the Launch of the Scott Lumen eRide on 1 December 2022 The top-of-the-range 900 SL e-MTB cost a whopping 15,999 euros. Back then, that price tag was enough to make you gasp.

By contrast, Scott is offering the 2026 model year Lumen 900 SL at 13,999 euros in its German E-XC range. That’s a difference of 2,000 euros compared with the documented prices for top-of-the-range models during the Covid-19 pandemic.

However, we are comparing generations and trim levels here, not the same shopping basket twice. The original SL, for example, already came with an additional battery. It still represents a price trend, though.

Spark RC SL: The former frontrunner is stepping down from the price podium

In 2022, the Spark RC SL was still priced at 15,999 euros. The 2026 model had an RRP of 14,499 euros and is still available from Scott at a promotional price. The new generation, unveiled for 2027, costs €12,999 in the current Scott Spark RC range. However, that’s probably not enough to make up for the loss of exclusivity.

At the time of our research, Scott’s German online shop was even offering a promotional price that was a good 2,000 euros cheaper. However, this is a discount on the older model, not the list price of its successor.

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The comparison is based on the listed euro prices of the specific complete bikes mentioned. Retailer discounts are not taken into account. Gold-plated finishes, bespoke builds and numbered limited editions are excluded. Each model range is counted only once. This selection is not an official world record, but rather a look at particularly expensive standard production models.

3rd place: Specialized S-Works Epic 9, 14,499 euros

Specialized offers perhaps the smallest bit of relief in this story. The S-Works Epic 8 cost 14,500 euros. The standard S-Works Epic 9 is listed at 14,499 euros on the manufacturer’s German website.

One euro less. We recommend checking the drink prices before the party.

When it comes to weight, however, they’ve really cut back: depending on the frame size, Specialized has saved over 200 grams on the frame compared to the Epic 8. According to the manufacturer, this makes the Epic 9 the lightest full-suspension XC race bike in the world. The technical package also includes, according to Specialized, an 11 per cent reduction in suspension friction and further optimised kinematics. 120 millimetres of travel, a RockShox Flight Attendant, SRAM XX SL and Roval carbon wheels complete the S-Works specification. We’ll leave out an even more exclusive, but strictly limited, special edition priced at 15,500 euros.

So rather than becoming noticeably cheaper, the new Epic 9 aims, above all, to be even better. Fewer grams rather than fewer euros: that, too, is a form of relief.

Our article shows how the redesign makes a difference on the trail First test ride of the Specialized S-Works Epic 9. The test bike weighed in at 9.84 kilograms in our test. The price comparison is therefore a comparison between different generations, not a discount on the same bike.

2nd place: Pinarello Dogma XCR, 15,000 euros

Pinarello doesn’t seem particularly keen on confirming our headline. The Dogma XC was listed at 13,690 euros in 2025. The current top-of-the-range Dogma XCR model, priced at 15,000 euros, is even more expensive.

At the the new Pinarello Dogma XCR However, the RockShox Ultimate Flight Attendant and SRAM XX SL drivetrain are now part of the most expensive package. Compared with the older Dogma, this is not simply the same spec at a higher price.

1st place: Yeti ASR XX SL AXS Ultimate, 15,500 euros

The most expensive mountain bike we’ve found costs a further 500 euros, bringing the total to 15,500 euros: the top-of-the-range version of the Yeti ASR. Not counting the 40th-anniversary edition, which is a further 400 euros more expensive.

With the current ASR (reviewed here in BIKE) The iconic Yeti brand has launched the lightest full-suspension bike in its long history. The top-of-the-range model, featuring a SRAM XX Eagle SL drivetrain including a power metre and Flight Attendant suspension, weighs 10.48 kg – not even the lightest, but by far the most expensive model.

That said, its price has actually fallen slightly since the model was launched: from an original €15,900 to €15,500 now.Availability is only shown on the Yeti website for the US; prospective buyers in Germany would need to enquire about suitable models through authorised Yeti dealers.

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For e-MTBs, the configurations listed do not include an optional additional battery. A second version of the same series featuring a range extender is not given its own entry in the list. Surprisingly, despite the e-bike motor, the gap is

3rd place: UNNO MITH Factory, 14,795 euros

According to the German UNNO product page, the MITH Factory combines the Avinox M2S drive unit with an 800 Wh battery, SRAM XX and carbon wheels. At 14,795 euros, one would expect a comprehensive list of features. However, a discreet appearance does not appear to be part of the specifications for this striking frame.

Here, too, a look at the price situation: In our Presentation of the UNNO MITH 2026 On 19 April 2026, the price quoted for the Factory was still 15,095 euros. Today, the German manufacturer’s website shows a price that is 300 euros lower. Better than nothing.

But please note: depending on the size, the MITH may already be marked as ‘sold out’. Availability must be checked by frame size, sales region and retailer.

2nd place: Pivot Shuttle AM Team XX NEO, 15,299 euros

The German Pivo model overview lists the price of the Shuttle AM Team XX NEO as 15,299 euros. It features the Performance Line CX-R and an 800 Wh battery.

Anyone who opts for the range extender when placing their order will end up paying 15,799 euros. This makes route planning more flexible and the bill higher, but it does not affect this model’s second-place ranking.

It is important to use the exact designation: the Team XX without NEO is a different configuration. If you overlook the equipment codes, you can end up with a four-figure error surprisingly quickly when dealing with such sums.

1st place: Pivot Shuttle LT Team XX NEO, 16,499 euros

The Shuttle LT Team XX NEO (Pro model reviewed here in BIKE magazine) tops our range of e-MTBs with a list price of 16,499 euros. This model is also listed with a Bosch Performance Line CX-R and an 800 Wh battery. With the optional range extender, the price rises to 16,999 euros.

If you want to save money on a Pivot, here’s how: models with less luxurious specifications are on offer, but only those. So it’s clear: price drops on former record-holders by no means mean that the five-figure madness is a thing of the past. It’s just going by different model names now.

And once again: a listed catalogue price does not constitute a guarantee of supply. Particularly when it comes to the most expensive models, prospective buyers should check with the dealer to confirm that the desired size is in stock. Just as a sold-out manufacturer’s shop does not necessarily mean the product is sold out worldwide, an available size does not guarantee widespread availability.

Cheaper is by no means the same as cheap

This tongue-in-cheek opening line has a grain of truth to it: at least in the case of Scott, the former record-holder, the prices of its latest top-of-the-range models are well below previous record levels. At Specialized, by contrast, the calculated saving amounts to just a single euro, whilst Yeti has taken the top spot in our selection of non-motorised bikes.

This does not prove that there has been a general price reduction in the mountain bike market. Nor, certainly, does it prove any drop in performance among the more affordable models. Above all, it shows why model year, specifications, list price and promotional price should be considered separately.

If, after all these figures, you need to get your feet back on the ground, you’ll find what you’re looking for with our Ten affordable cross-country bikes starting at 2,499 euros. That might even leave you with enough money left over after paying to actually go for a cycle afterwards.

Prices and research data as at 16 October 2026. Historical comparisons may relate to different generations or specifications. Availability and retail prices may vary depending on size, retailer and region.