The Slash 9.8 is a carbon enduro mountain bike that doesn't back down from hair-raising descents. It's built with an OCLV Mountain Carbon frame and 170 mm high-pivot suspension for gobbling up boulders and keeping traction on point for wall rides and punchy climbs. A 29˝ front and 27.5˝ rear wheel keep handling playful, and an upgraded RockShox suspension package holds up to anything you can throw at it. All topped off with a Shimano XT drivetrain for clean shifts.
It's right for you if...
You want a carbon enduro bike that's beastly on descents and nimble on climbs. You want the traction and stability of a high-pivot suspension, and long travel for soaking up deep roots and big drops. Upgrades matter to you, and you love the benefit of a wireless transmission and carbon wheels.
The tech you get
An OCLV Mountain Carbon frame with high pivot suspension, plus internal storage. 170 mm of front and rear travel with a RockShox ZEB Select+ fork with DebonAir spring and Charger 3 RC2 damper, and RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ shock. Plenty of gears for the push back to the top with Shimano's XT drivetrain, a Bontrager Line Dropper and a MX wheel set-up with 29 in front and 27.5 in rear carbon Bontrager Line Elite 30 Tubeless Ready wheels with Rapid Drive hub.
The final word
For riders looking for carbon performance and a cherry-picked blend of component upgrades, the Slash 9.8 XT is ready to rip. It's built with 170 mm travel in the front and rear, upgraded suspension and drivetrain, plus carbon hoops, so you can climb light and descend hard.
Why you'll love it
****NOTE: This bike is available for purchase online, but must
be picked up from an approved store.| frame | 170 mm travel, OCLV Mountain Carbon, high main pivot, idler pulley, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, adjustable leverage rate, integrated frame protection, internal routing, 148x12 mm thru axle |
| fork | RockShox ZEB Select+ 170 mm travel, DebonAir spring, Charger 3 RC2 damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, Maxle Stealth |
| shock | RockShox Vivid Select+, 230 mm x 65 mm |
| max compatible fork travel | 190 mm (606 mm axle-to-crown), S - 190 mm (587 mm axle-to-crown) |
| wheel front | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
| wheel rear | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
| skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| rear tyre | Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5 x 2.50" |
| front tyre | Bontrager SE6 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50" (small - 27.5x2.50") |
| tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| max tyre size | Frame - 2.50", Fork - See manufacturer |
| shifter | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
| rear derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
| crank | Shimano XT M8120, 30T alloy ring, Boost (55 mm chain line), 165 mm length |
| bottom bracket | Shimano BB-MT501 BSA |
| cassette | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12-speed |
| chain | Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100, 12-speed |
| max. chainring size | 1x - 34T round, 32T oval, min 28T |
| saddle | Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138 mm width |
| seatpost | Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100 mm travel (S) / 170 mm travel (M, M/L) / 200 mm travel (L, XL), MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm |
| handlebar | Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 820 mm width |
| grips | Bontrager XR Trail Pro, alloy lock-on |
| stem | Bontrager Line Pro, 35 mm, Knock Block, Blendr-compatible, 0-degree, 35 mm length |
| head set | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible |
| brake | Shimano XT M8120 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| brake rotor | Shimano RT86, 6-bolt, 203mm |
| rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes – Frame - 220 mm, Fork - see fork manufacturer |
| bag | Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
| weight | M - 15.65 kg / 34.51 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
| weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb). |
| FRAME | 170 mm travel, OCLV Mountain Carbon, high main pivot, idler pulley, internal storage, angle-adjust headset, adjustable leverage rate, integrated frame protection, internal routing, 148x12 mm thru axle |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Select+ 170 mm travel, DebonAir spring, Charger 3 RC2 damper, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, Boost110, Maxle Stealth |
| Shock | RockShox Vivid Select+, 230 mm x 65 mm |
| Max compatible fork travel | 190 mm (606 mm axle-to-crown), S - 190 mm (587 mm axle-to-crown) |
| Wheel Front | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 6-bolt, Boost110, 15 mm thru axle |
| Wheel Rear | Bontrager Line Elite 30, OCLV Mountain Carbon, Tubeless Ready, Rapid Drive 108, 6-bolt, SRAM XD driver, Boost148, 12 mm thru axle |
| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| REAR TYRE | Bontrager SE5 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 27.5 x 2.50" |
| FRONT TYRE | Bontrager SE6 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Core Strength sidewalls, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 29x2.50" (small - 27.5x2.50") |
| Tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| MAX TYRE SIZE | Frame - 2.50", Fork - See manufacturer |
| Shifter | Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100, long cage |
| CRANK | Shimano XT M8120, 30T alloy ring, Boost (55 mm chain line), 165 mm length |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-MT501 BSA |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra/XT M8100, 12-speed |
| Max. chainring size | 1x - 34T round, 32T oval, min 28T |
| Saddle | Bontrager Arvada, austenite rails, 138 mm width |
| Seatpost | Bontrager Line Elite Dropper, 100 mm travel (S) / 170 mm travel (M, M/L) / 200 mm travel (L, XL), MaxFlow, internal routing, 34.9 mm |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Line Pro, OCLV Carbon, 35 mm, 27.5 mm rise, 820 mm width |
| GRIPS | Bontrager XR Trail Pro, alloy lock-on |
| Stem | Bontrager Line Pro, 35 mm, Knock Block, Blendr-compatible, 0-degree, 35 mm length |
| Head Set | Integrated cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom, angle adjust cup compatible |
| BRAKE | Shimano XT M8120 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| BRAKE ROTOR | Shimano RT86, 6-bolt, 203mm |
| Rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes – Frame - 220 mm, Fork - see fork manufacturer |
| BAG | Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
| Weight | M - 15.65 kg / 34.51 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 136 kg (300 lb). |
| Frame Material | Carbon |
| Fork Material | Suspension |
| Groupset Brand | Shimano |
| Groupset Model | XT |
| Fork Brand | Rockshox |
| Fork Travel | 141 - 170mm |
| Shock Travel | 141 - 170mm |
| Pedals Included | No |
| Ride Style | Enduro |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Shifting Type | Mechanical |
| Drivetrain Gearing | 1 x 12 |
* All specifications listed are subject to change without notice. Please note that our specifications may be impacted by manufacturer component substitution changes caused by high global demand for bikes and resulting supply chain issues in the bike industry. We recommend confirming the specifications with your local Evo Cycles showroom if you have any questions.
Bike Weight: Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on frame size, finish, hardware and accessories. The most accurate way to determine any bike's weight is to have your local showroom weigh it for you.
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