Following the major update of the fully models, Ibis presents the revised DV9, a light and fast hardtail that emphasises riding fun and safety. The Californians have given the carbon bike new geometry values and exciting design features.
Ibis DV9 2023: Fresh geometry and suspension
The Ibis DV9 has a similar geometry to the victorious Ibis Exie. The steering angle has been slackened by one degree and is now 66.5 degrees. The seat angle has also been steepened by 2-4 degrees. Depending on the size, this measures between 74 degrees and 76 degrees. The reach in size L has grown by an impressive 48 millimetres to 470 millimetres. On the other hand, the chainstays have been shortened by 14 millimetres to 425 millimetres.
The tyre clearance at the rear has been tweaked so that only up to 2.6 inch tyres can be used. The chainstays have also been given generous rubber protection. In addition, the Ibis has internally routed cables for a clean look. An integrated chain guide has also been incorporated.
Changes have also been made to the front of the new Ibis DV9. The carbon hardtail is supplied with a 120 millimetre fork. However, the frame is designed so that forks between 100-140 millimetres of travel can be installed. All model variants have a dropper post; the two cheaper ones have a KS Rage-i dropper, the more expensive one a Bike Yoke Revive dropper.
Model variants of the Ibis DV9
The Ibis DV9 is available in three model variants. All variants feature a Fox Float 34 Performance fork with 120 millimetres of travel. The two affordable models are available with either a Sram NX/GX groupset or Shimano Deore. Braking is provided by a Shimano Deore 2-piston brake. The NGX model should cost 4748 euros, the Deore version is priced at 4448 euros.
On the more expensive model, Ibis relies on a complete Shimano SLX groupset. A higher-quality model is also available for the dropper post: Bike Yoke Revive Dropper. The top model therefore costs 5398 euros.
The DV9 frame kit is for sale for €1,898. This is available in the colours Muddy Waters or Purple Crush. The Ibis frames and complete bikes should be available from March 2023. Ibis offers a seven-year warranty on its frames - which is good, but many large manufacturers, such as Trek or Specialized, offer a "lifetime warranty".
