Centurion Backfire Carbon 2000

The 2022 Centurion Backfire Carbon 2000 is a high-quality mountain bike which, at a price of 2,449 euros, offers good value for money. The bike’s frame is made of carbon – specifically Backfire Carbon PCF – which ensures a lightweight yet sturdy construction. Weighing just 10 kg and with a maximum load capacity of 135 kg, the bike is both easy to handle and robust enough for challenging rides.

The bike is suitable for riders between 165 cm and 180 cm in height. The brakes are fitted with SHIMANO Deore components, including the brake levers and brake discs. A Shimano SM-RT54 brake disc with a diameter of 180 mm is fitted at the front, whilst a 160 mm disc is used at the rear. Both brakes are fitted with Shimano Deore BR-M6100 calipers, which are renowned for their reliability and performance.

The gear system consists of a 12-speed SHIMANO Deore XT groupset, controlled by SHIMANO Deore shifters. This enables precise and smooth gear changes, ideal for a variety of terrain conditions. The ROCK SHOX SID Select fork, with 100 mm of travel, ensures good damping and control on uneven terrain.

The drivetrain is powered by a RACE FACE Aeffect crankset with a 32T chainring and a SHIMANO SLX chainring. The bottom bracket is a RACE FACE Cupset Pressfit, which contributes to the overall stability and efficiency of the drivetrain.

The bike features PROCRAFT Flat Pro handlebars with a width of 740 mm and a rise of 40 mm, together with a PROCRAFT Comp II stem, which has a length of 80 mm and an angle of 7 degrees. These components offer good control and comfort whilst riding.

The wheelset consists of PROCRAFT Altitude SHL28OS rims, fitted with MAXXIS Ikon tyres in size 29x2.20", which are fitted to both the front and rear. The hubs are PROCRAFT Centerlock Light models, renowned for their lightness and stability.

The saddle is a PROCRAFT Race III model, mounted on a PROCRAFT Pro III seatpost, which is secured by a PROCRAFT SC119A seat clamp. This combination ensures comfort and stability whilst riding.

In terms of geometry, the bike has a reach of 419 mm, a stack of 606 mm and a seat tube length of 430 mm. The head tube angle is 69 degrees, whilst the seat tube angle is 74 degrees. Other dimensions include a head tube length of 95 mm, a chainstay length of 430 mm, a bottom bracket drop of 63 mm, a standover height of 766 mm and a wheelbase of 1105 mm.

Overall, the Centurion Backfire Carbon 2000 is a well-equipped mountain bike that stands out thanks to its high-quality components and well-thought-out geometry, making it ideal for ambitious riders who value performance and reliability.