Scott Spark RC 900 Pro

The 2021 "Spark RC 900 Pro" model from "Scott" is a state-of-the-art mountain bike designed for demanding riders and competitors. Priced at 5699 EUR, this bike offers top-of-the-range components and advanced technologies that ensure excellent performance and riding comfort.

The Spark RC 900 Pro’s frame is made from Spark RC Carbon featuring IMP Technology and HMF, ensuring an optimal combination of lightness and stability. The carbon swingarm design and SW dropouts for Boost 12x148mm contribute to the bike’s overall stiffness and stability. The bike weighs just 11 kg in total, making it one of the lighter models in its class.

The brakes are Shimano XTR M9100 disc brakes, which provide reliable and powerful braking performance. The brake rotors measure 180 mm at the front and 160 mm at the rear (Shimano RT-MT800 CL), enabling excellent braking control. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano XTR RD-M9100 SGS, Shadow Plus 12-speed system, which is precisely controlled by the Shimano XTR SL-M9100-IR shifter featuring Rapidfire Plus technology and an Ispec EV clamp.

The RockShox SID Select+ RL3 Air fork offers 110 mm of travel and is fitted with a custom Charger 3-Modes damper, which allows for various settings such as lockout, rebound adjustment and 110 mm of travel. The FOX NUDE EVOL trunnion shock also offers three modes (Lockout, Traction Control, Descend) and 100 mm of travel. This combination ensures an outstanding riding experience across a wide variety of terrain.

The bottom bracket is a Shimano SM-BB71-41A with a shell width of 41x92mm. The crankset consists of a Shimano XTR FC-M9120-1 Hollowtech 2 with a 32T chainring. The cassette is a Shimano XT CS-M8100-12 with a range of 10–51T, offering a wide variety of gear ratios. The drivetrain is complemented by a Shimano XT CN-M8100 chain.

The handlebars are Syncros Fraser 1.0 Carbon, 740 mm wide, with a T-shape flat design featuring a 9° angle. The Syncros Pro lock-on grips ensure a secure grip. The stem is a Syncros XR1.5 -8° made from 2014 alloy, with a diameter of 31.8 mm and an integrated spacer and top cap. The headset is a Syncros Pro Drop-in with a tapered design (1.5"–1 1/8") and bearing diameters of 42 mm and 52 mm.

The tyres are Maxxis Rekon Race, 2.35" wide, with a 120 TPI Kevlar bead, tubeless-ready and EXO protection, fitted to a Syncros Silverton 1.5 CL wheelset. This wheelset features Boost dimensions (F: 15x110mm, R: 12x148mm) and a tubeless-ready rim with a width of 25mm and 28 spokes.

The bike is rounded off by a Syncros Belcarra Regular 1.5 saddle with titanium rails and a Syncros Duncan 1.0 carbon seatpost with a 10mm offset and dimensions of 31.6x400mm.

The Scott Spark RC 900 Pro is therefore a high-performance and well-equipped mountain bike that is suitable for both competitions and challenging tours.