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Mach 6 XT M8000 11 Speed Complete Mountain Bike - 2015

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The industry media, reviewers, and race results are all in agreement about the frame at the heart of Pivot's Mach 6 Carbon XT M8000 11 Speed Complete Mountain Bike. The publications claim it's a winner, the reviewers write that it's a winner, and professional podiums the world over silently affirm that it is, in fact, a winner.


When the bike was initially released, we concurred—with one caveat. The 10-speed drivetrain of the original 2015 Mach 6 XT models felt antiquated in this brave new world of 11 cogs. With the advent of Shimano's XT M8000 group, this reservation was effectively addressed, and the Mach 6's lightweight carbon fiber frame and enduro-tuned DW-Link suspension provide everything that you could ask for to haul the mail on gnarly trails.


Other than the build kit, the Mach 6 is relatively unchanged in the new year, so the myriad benefits over other manufacturers' rush-to-production 27.5in all-mountain bikes are all intact. Given the length of the list, we'll only take the time to focus on a few elements of the Mach 6's geometry that really set it apart from the also-rans. First, its bottom bracket height is low, settling the center of gravity within the rolling stock (like 29ers) and not on top (like 26ers and rush-job 27.5s). Second, the top tube is around an inch longer and the chainstays are around a half-inch shorter than comparable machines, so you'll enjoy all the benefits in stability and handling of the larger frame/short stem/wide bar trend in enduro bikes without the usual penalty of a longer wheelbase.


The key to this win/win/win situation is Pivot's use of a new clevis to connect the rear shock to the rear triangle. This keeps the suspension linkage compact to avoid seat tube interference, so your stays stay stubby. It also eliminates the failure-prone rear shock bushing while taking full advantage of the DW-Link suspension's ability to balance travel with chain tension for a consistent, stable pedaling platform that's anti-squat, climbs like a goat, and descends with authority. A specially-tuned FOX DPS Kashima shock guarantees that the Mach 6's two carbon triangles will play nicely together while keeping unruly changes in grade and terrain in check with its three-position damper toggling.


Details

  • An enduro sled with DH pedigree
  • 6in of DW-Link suspension set the standard for smooth travel
  • Balances travel and chain tension to keep speed up over terrain
  • Low BB height centers weight for stability
  • Long cockpit and short stays for dicing terrain
  • Carbon fiber frame is stiff and surprisingly resilient
  • Shimano's latest M8000 drivetrain combines XTR finesse with XT scrappiness
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Frame Material
carbon fiber
Suspension
DW-Link
Rear Shock
FOX DPS Kashima
Rear Travel
155 mm
Fork
FOX 36 Factory Kashima
Front Travel
160 mm
Headset
1-1/8 - 1-1/2 in Pivot precision sealed
Shifters
Shimano XT M8000 11-Speed
Front Derailleur
[2x11 only] Shimano XT M8000 Side Swing
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8000 GS
ISCG Tabs
yes, ISCG 05
Crankset
[1x11] 30 t Shimano XT M8000, [2x11] 24 / 34 t Shimano XT M8000
Bottom Bracket
BB92
Crank Arm Length
175 mm
Cassette
11 - 42 t Shimano XT M8000 11-speed
Brakeset
Shimano SLX
Brake Type
hydraulic disc
Handlebar
Phoenix carbon riser
Handlebar Width
740 mm
Grips
Phoenix lock-on
Stem
Phoenix Trail
Saddle
Pivot WTB Vigo Race
Seatpost
Phoenix Race Carbon
Seatpost Diameter
30.9 mm
Wheelset
DT Spline Two M1700
Front Axle
15 x 100mm thru-axle
Rear Axle
12 x 142mm thru-axle
Tires
Maxxis High Roller II TR
Tire Size
27.5 x 2.3 in
Pedals
not included
Recommended Use
all-mountain, enduro
Manufacturer Warranty
3 years on frame

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