The Bulls Copperhead 3 is the entry-level MTB hardtail from Bulls for universal everyday use. This is ensured by the Monkey Link mounts included in the scope of delivery, to which accessories such as lights or a smartphone can be attached. The Copperhead 3 can also accommodate a kickstand or child trailer. At 1199 euros, the Bulls is also one of the cheaper hardtails in the comparison. The Copperhead 3S, which we have regularly tested in recent years, is a little more sporty. However, the Shimano XT bike costs 1699 euros, and the bike was not available for the current comparison. We therefore had to fall back on the Copperhead 3, which, despite its favourable price, settled in the midfield of the test in terms of weight.
Conclusion on the Bulls Copperhead 3:
Despite its favourable price, the versatile Copperhead 3 is definitely worth a look. Due to the equipment and details, it can only score points off-road to a limited extent and is aimed more at the everyday cyclist than at ambitious athletes.
Technical data for the Bulls Copperhead 3
General information
- Price: 1199 Euro
- Frame material: aluminium
- Frame size: 46 / 51 / 56 (tested 51 cm)
Measured value
- Weight without pedals: 12.97 kg
Equipment
- Fork: Rockshox Judy Gold RL Remote
- Crank: Shimano Deore
- Gear system: Shimano Deore / XT 2 x 11
- Gear ratio / bandwidth: 36/26; 11-42 / 528 %
- Brake system / Disc (front / rear): Shimano BR-MT 410 / 180 mm / 180 mm
- Seatpost / ø Bulls: aluminium / 31.6 mm
- Wheels: Bulls XC 21 Evo rims; Shimano HB-MT 400-B / Shimano FH-RM 35 hubs
- Tyres: Schwalbe Racing Ralph Addix Performance 29 x 2.25
The BIKE measured values come from the BIKE laboratory measurement.
The results of the Bulls Copperhead 3 in the complete comparison test of the 7 hardtails from BIKE 4/2022 can be conveniently downloaded as a PDF below the article. The test report costs 1.99 euros.
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