Mach 6 Carbon XT/SLX Complete Mountain Bike - 2016
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We weren't sure it was possible to improve on the much-praised Mach 6 Carbon, but the Pivot engineers are determined to eke every possible benefit out of every frame in the Pivot stable. For 2016, we see a bit of influence from the downhill firebird Pheonix shining through in the Mach 6 to bring it in line with the trend towards bigger, slacker, DH-influenced enduro rigs all while keeping its unique ability to climb like a much shorter-travel bike. The 2016 Pivot Mach 6 Carbon XT/SLX Complete Mountain Bike comes outfitted with a mix of Shimano XT and SLX componentry, a Boost rear axle, and a hunger for everything from race days to backcountry adventures.
The frame updates are focused primarily in the rear triangle, where the Phoenix's influence is most apparent. The double wishbone rear triangle is clearly carrying some downhill DNA, and it's combined with an ambitious upper linkage design that's 40% wider and engages the frame with larger bearings. Pivot continues the oversized trend in the rear axle with a new Boost 148mm standard, ushering the Mach 6 into the modern era of enduro, where tech seems to always be straddling the lines between trail riding and gravity. The cumulative effect of these changes is a claimed 150% increase in rear triangle stiffness, meaning that — though the new Mach 6 leaves a wide, DH footprint — it still climbs more like a four-inch XC bike.
The DW-Link suspension design controlling the Mach 6's six-inches of travel also does its part to maintain a secure climbing hold on rocky trails. Its anti-squat tendencies maintain a firm pedaling platform while cleaning terrain-riddled cruxes or picking lines with abandon across trail furniture. That responsiveness is matched on the opposite end of travel with a square-edge capacity that feels virtually bottomless, so time saved on the climbs isn't lost because of overly cautious descending.
The bike's changes are finished off with updated internal routing to accommodate mechanical groups with a more intuitive, clean system. Some returning features worth mentioning are the PressFit 92 bottom bracket, which Pivot was on the leading edge of implementing and which finally has an equally stiff partner in the Boost rear axle.
Pivot's hollow-core internal molding process also returns for uniform, controlled wall thicknesses and material distribution. This process virtually eliminates inconsistencies and resin pooling, increasing structural integrity while targeting areas for weight loss. The frame's slacked-out geometry and stubby, 17in chainstays mean it's slack enough to challenge lines across enduro rock gardens but nimble enough to pick its way through eight-inch terrain — all while sticking climbs and roosting berms with an eagerness that begs to be pushed to the ragged edge of control.
- Frame Material
- carbon fiber
- Suspension
- DW-Link
- Rear Shock
- Fox Float DPS Kashima
- Rear Travel
- 155 mm
- Fork
- Fox 36 Performance 27.5in 160mm
- Front Travel
- 160 mm
- Headset
- Pivot Semi-Sealed Cartridge
- Shifters
- Shimano SLX
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano SLX side swing
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano XT Shadow Plus 10-speed
- ISCG Tabs
- yes, ISCG 05
- Crankset
- 22 / 36 t Shimano M625
- Bottom Bracket
- PressFit 92
- Cassette
- 11 - 36 t Shimano HG50 (10-speed)
- Brakeset
- Shimano M615
- Brake Type
- hydraulic disc
- Handlebar
- Race Face RIDE Riser
- Handlebar Width
- 740 mm
- Grips
- Phoenix lock-on
- Stem
- Phoenix Race
- Saddle
- Pivot WTB Vigo Sport
- Seatpost
- Phoenix Sport Alloy
- Wheelset
- Sun Charger Comp
- Rear Axle
- 12 x 148mm Boost
- 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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