Scott Aspect 960

The “Aspect 960” model from the “Scott” brand, released in 2022, is a versatile and robust mountain bike that is particularly suitable for beginners and leisure cyclists. Priced at 699 EUR, it offers a good balance between performance and cost. The frame is part of the Aspect 900-700 series and is made from high-quality 6061 alloy custom tubing. It features a BSA73 bottom bracket, internal cable routing and a replaceable derailleur hanger.

The bike’s maximum load capacity is 128 kg, whilst it weighs 14 kg. The Aspect 960 is suitable for riders between 170 cm and 180 cm in height. The Tektro HDM275 hydraulic disc brakes, with 160 mm rotors at the front and rear, ensure reliable braking performance in a variety of conditions.

The drivetrain consists of a Shimano Tourney RD-TX800 with 16 speeds, controlled by Shimano SL-M315 shift levers featuring R-fire Plus and dual release, as well as an integrated gear indicator. The front derailleur is a Shimano FD-M315-TS with a 31.8 mm clamp diameter. The Suntour XCE28 suspension fork offers 100 mm of travel and contributes to a comfortable ride on uneven terrain.

Other features include Feimin FP-873-ZU pedals, a Feimin FP.B908N bottom bracket with a square taper, and a Prowheel TM-CY01 crankset with 36x22 teeth. The cassette is a Sunrace CSM55 8AV with a 11–34T range, whilst power is transmitted via a KMC Z-8.3 chain.

The bike’s handlebars are HL MTB-AL-312BT, 720 mm wide with a 12 mm rise, combined with Syncros Pro grips. The stem is 70 mm long and has a 10-degree angle. The headset is a Syncros OE Press Fit with an outer diameter of 50 mm and an inner diameter of 44 mm.

The rims are Syncros X-20 Disc with 32 spokes; the tyres are Kenda Booster, 2.4 inches wide with a TPI of 30. The front hub is a Formula DC-19 FQR Disc and the rear hub is a Formula DC-25 8s RQR Disc, both with black stainless steel spokes.

The saddle is a Syncros 3.0, mounted on an HL SP C207 seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm and a length of 350 mm. The frame geometry comprises a seat tube length of 440 mm, a top tube length of 600 mm, a head tube angle of 69 degrees and a seat tube angle of 74 degrees. Other dimensions include a head tube length of 110 mm, a chainstay length of 450 mm, a bottom bracket drop of 60 mm and a fork offset of 51 mm.

Overall, the Scott Aspect 960 offers a balanced combination of stability, comfort and performance, ideal for riders looking for a reliable mountain bike for a wide variety of terrains.