Scott Gambler 900 Tuned

The 2022 Scott Gambler 900 Tuned is a high-end downhill bike equipped with a wide range of high-quality components and advanced technology. The price for this model is 9599 EUR. The frame is made from Gambler Carbon with IMP Technology and HMX, ensuring high stiffness and durability. The bike features a carbon swingarm and the VLK Virtual 4 Link Kinematic System, which guarantees optimum suspension performance. It is compatible with both 27.5" (2.6) and 29" (2.5) tyres and has SW DH 12x157mm dropouts as well as a TBC Trunnion Box construction.

The bike’s maximum load capacity is 128 kg, whilst its kerb weight is 15 kg. It is suitable for riders between 180 cm and 190 cm in height. The brakes are Shimano XT M8120 4-piston disc brakes, combined with Shimano SM-RT86 brake discs with a diameter of 203 mm at the front and rear. The drivetrain consists of an SRAM XO1 DH Short Cage 7-speed rear derailleur and an SRAM XO1 DH trigger shifter.

Front suspension is provided by a FOX 40 Factory fork with Kashima coating and 203 mm of travel. This fork features GRIP2 damping with adjustable high- and low-speed compression and rebound. The rear shock is a FOX Float X2 Factory with independent high- and low-speed compression and rebound, which has been specially tuned.

The bottom bracket is an SRAM DUB PF MTB107, whilst the crankset consists of an SRAM X01 DH DUB Carbon, fitted with a 34T alloy direct-mount chainring and a crank length of 165 mm. The cassette is a SRAM CS PG-720 DH with an 11–25-tooth range, and the drivetrain uses a KMC X11-1 Black chain.

The handlebars are Syncros Hixon iC DH Carbon, 800 mm wide, with a 15 mm rise and an 8-degree backsweep. The grips are Syncros Pro DH dual lock-on grips. The headset is a Syncros DH adjustable, semi-integrated model with an adjustment range of ±1 degree, an ID of 49.6 mm and an OD of 56 mm. The stem length is 50 mm.

The tyres are Maxxis Assegai in size 29x2.5", featuring 2x60TPI, DH, TR and 3C Maxx Grip technology. The wheelset consists of Raceface Atlas rims, which are tubeless-ready, with an effective width of 110x20 Boost at the front and 157x12 at the rear, and 28 spokes.

The saddle is a Syncros Kaslo 1.5 with titanium rails, whilst the seatpost is a Syncros DH1.5 made from Alloy 7050 with a diameter of 31.6 mm. A Fox 40 mudguard is fitted to protect against dirt.

The frame geometry comprises a reach of 460 mm, a stack of 634 mm, a seat tube length of 405 mm and a top tube length of 621 mm. The head tube angle is 63 degrees, the seat tube angle is 64 degrees, the head tube length is 110 mm and the chainstay length is 439 mm. The bottom bracket drop is 24 mm, the fork offset is 52 mm, the standover height is 712 mm and the fork installation height is 601 mm. The wheelbase is 1270 mm in total and the bottom bracket height is 345 mm.

In summary, the Scott Gambler 900 Tuned offers first-class specifications and geometry that have been specifically optimised for downhill riding. The combination of high-quality components and advanced technology makes this bike an excellent choice for demanding riders.