BH Bikes ULTIMATE EVO 8.0

The "ULTIMATE EVO 8.0" model from BH Bikes, released in 2021, is a high-quality mountain bike designed for discerning riders. Priced at 3,299 EUR, it offers a wide range of technical features and specifications that ensure a first-class riding experience.

The frame of the ULTIMATE EVO 8.0 is made from Ultimate Carbon and is designed for 29-inch wheels. It features a 148x12 mm axle, a PF92 bottom bracket, a BlockLock headset, as well as internal cable routing and flat-mount brake mounts. The maximum load capacity is 140 kg, ensuring a robust and stable construction.

Shimano M6000 disc brakes are fitted, with a 180 mm rotor at the front and a 160 mm rotor at the rear. The brake levers are also Shimano M6000, ensuring reliable and precise braking performance. The drivetrain consists of the Shimano Deore 6100 series with 12 speeds, offering a wide range of gear ratios and smooth gear changes. The gear lever is also a Shimano Deore 6100.

The bike’s fork offers 100 mm of travel, ensuring good damping and control on uneven terrain. The bottom bracket is by Shimano, and the crankset is a Shimano MT510 with a length of 175 mm. The cassette is a Shimano Deore 6100 with a range of 10 to 51 teeth.

The handlebars are BH SL Midflat, 780 mm wide, with a 10 mm rise and a 6° backsweep. The grips are BH Control Grip Lock On, which provide a secure grip. The stem is a BH SL, 80 mm long with a diameter of 31.8 mm and an angle of +/-6°.

The rims are BH SL Tubeless, 25 mm wide with 32 spokes, mounted on Shimano hubs. The tyres are Continental Race King 2.20 Performance/Maxxis Ardent Race EXO TLR 2.20 at the front and Maxxis Ikon EXO 2.20 at the rear, offering a good balance of traction and rolling resistance.

The saddle is a Prologo Scratch M5, mounted on a BH SL seatpost with a diameter of 27.5 mm and a length of 420 mm. The saddle is clamped using a Bike Yoke clamp with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The frame geometry features a reach of 389 mm, a stack of 608 mm and a seat tube length of 400 mm, ensuring a balanced riding position.

In summary, the ULTIMATE EVO 8.0 from BH Bikes offers a well-thought-out combination of high-quality components and a robust frame, ensuring a first-class mountain biking experience.