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KTM MyroonNew race hardtail on the starting block

Adrian Kaether

 · 01.09.2021

KTM Myroon: New race hardtail on the starting blockPhoto: Adrian Kaether
KTM Myroon: New race hardtail on the starting block | ck
KTM is putting its Myroon race hardtail on a diet and revising the geometry. All other MTB models will remain with new equipment and colours for 2022.

The new KTM Myroon 2022 at a glance

  • Frame weight from 860 grams
  • Complete bike from 8.6 kilograms
  • Slightly modernised geometry: steering angle 69.5 degrees, reach 460 millimetres (size L)
  • Price from 1999 Euro

Let's start with the obvious: With a weight starting at 860 grams (top model, frame size M), KTM's new Myroon race hardtail frame is the first to fall below the 1000 gram mark. The saving of almost 200 grams compared to the predecessor was made possible by a new carbon layup and a new frame shape, among other things. While the fork on the predecessor could still rotate freely under the frame due to a kink in the down tube, a steering stop now prevents contact between the frame and fork crown. Instead, the down tube of the 29-inch bike manages without the kink and stretches straight from the bottom bracket to the steering head - good for weight and stiffness, say the developers.

No more kinks in the down tube. This allows the new KTM Myroon frame to be lighter and stiffer than its predecessor. | r.Photo: Adrian KaetherNo more kinks in the down tube. This allows the new KTM Myroon frame to be lighter and stiffer than its predecessor. | r.

Three frame qualities, more rigidity

The Myroon frame is said to be not only lighter, but also stiffer. Especially in the bottom bracket area, the MTB hardtail is said to have increased by 15 to 20 per cent, thus ensuring even more direct acceleration. Comfort is generated exclusively by the flexing seat post with the usual 27.2 mm diameter; the frame itself should not flex. There will be three frame qualities. The top model Exonic for 8099 euros comes with the lightest frame, from 2999 euros with the "Glorious" model there is the somewhat cheaper and heavier "Premium" frame and the two cheapest Myroon models for 1999 and 2499 euros come with the "Performance" frame.

The cables on the new Myroon now run into the frame at the headset. You can't see them here because the bike in the "Prime" configuration uses the new Sram GX AXS and doesn't need any cables. However, if you want, you can easily retrofit a dropper post, for example.
Photo: Adrian Kaether

The geometry has also been slightly revised. However, with a 1.5 degree slacker head angle of 69.5 degrees, a longer reach of 460 millimetres in frame size L and a seat angle of 74.5 degrees, KTM remains true to traditional hardtail geometry and, unlike the competition - such as BMC and Mondraker - does not dare to experiment with extreme geometry. The Myroon, weighing in at around 8.6 kg (top model), should therefore be a strong bike for marathons and moderate cross-country use, but on technical routes you are probably better off with the fully Scarp.

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KTM Fullys 2022 from Cross Country to All Mountain

Like the other KTM mountain bike models, the race bike Scarp (100 millimetres) remains largely unchanged for 2022 and, like the downcountry bike Scarp MT (120 millimetres) and the all-mountain Prowler (160/150 millimetres), will simply be given a new paint job and fresh equipment.

The Scarp marathon fully relies on 100 millimetres of suspension travel and comes without a telescopic seatpost in all models. A racer in classic format. From 2149 euros in aluminium and from 3199 euros in carbon. | n.Photo: Adrian KaetherThe Scarp marathon fully relies on 100 millimetres of suspension travel and comes without a telescopic seatpost in all models. A racer in classic format. From 2149 euros in aluminium and from 3199 euros in carbon. | n.With the Scarp MT with 120 millimetres of travel, KTM offers a fast bike for racing and everyday use. For reasons of weight, the two top models come without, all other models with a dropper post. It starts at 2999 euros, with a carbon frame. | n.Photo: Adrian KaetherWith the Scarp MT with 120 millimetres of travel, KTM offers a fast bike for racing and everyday use. For reasons of weight, the two top models come without, all other models with a dropper post. It starts at 2999 euros, with a carbon frame. | n.
The KTM Prowler with 150 millimetres of travel at the rear, 160 mm fork and 29-inch wheels is the Austrian company's bike for demanding Alpine tours. From 2899 euros, with an aluminium frame. If you spend a little more, the Prowler comes with a carbon frame. | n.Photo: Adrian KaetherThe KTM Prowler with 150 millimetres of travel at the rear, 160 mm fork and 29-inch wheels is the Austrian company's bike for demanding Alpine tours. From 2899 euros, with an aluminium frame. If you spend a little more, the Prowler comes with a carbon frame. | n.
Adrian Kaether

Adrian Kaether's favourite thing to do is ride mountain bikes on bumpy enduro trails. The tech expert and bike tester knows all about Newton metres and watt hours, high and low-speed damping. As test manager at MYBIKE, Adrian also likes to think outside the box and tests cargo bikes and step-through bikes as well as the latest (e-)MTBs.

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