The biggest innovations are the 148 millimetre wider rear triangle (Evo 6) and the four millimetre shorter chainstays. In addition to greater agility, the symmetrical spoke angles should also further improve the wheel stability of the tried and tested bike. Liteville is still the only manufacturer to use an aluminium frame. Robust, but also the heaviest compared to the carbon competition. Nevertheless, the 301 is in third place in terms of overall construction and emphasises its wide range of uses with very good propulsion. The fork and rear triangle work well together, although the simple RockShox Monarch shock without a reservoir does not release the full DH potential of the rear triangle. Due to the short steerer tube, the cockpit was too flat and offered no adjustment options. Despite the size L, the seat is relatively compact. Well thought-out details, such as a chainstay length adapted to the wheel size, integrated chain guide and exemplary warranty services score a lot of points.
ConclusionEven though there are more powerful enduro bikes in this setup, the 301 takes the overall honours.
The alternative: The Enduro factory machine with Syntace aluminium rims comes with XT gears and the same suspension for 5498 euros. Alternatively, there is an all-mountain build. The frame set costs 2280 euros.
