BH Bikes ULTIMATE EVO 9.9

The "ULTIMATE EVO 9.9" model from BH Bikes, released in 2022, is a state-of-the-art mountain bike designed for discerning riders. Priced at EUR 7,399, it offers a wide range of high-quality components and technical specifications that ensure both performance and comfort.

The bike’s maximum load capacity is 140 kg, whilst its kerb weight is just 9 kg, making it one of the lighter models on the market. The braking system consists of Shimano XTR 180mm brakes and brake levers, complemented by 180mm brake discs at both the front and rear, ensuring excellent braking performance.

The drivetrain is a SRAM XX1 AXS Eagle 12-speed system, which impresses with its precise and reliable performance. The shifter is also a SRAM XX1 AXS Eagle 12-speed, enabling seamless and efficient gear changes. The bike’s fork is a Fox 34SC Factory Push-to-Lock Kabolt with 100 mm of travel, providing excellent damping and control.

The bottom bracket and crankset are from SRAM, with the crankset being an SRAM XX1 Eagle 34 with a length of 175 mm. The cassette is also a SRAM XX1 Eagle with a range of 10 to 52 teeth, offering a wide gear range. The drivetrain is completed by the SRAM XX1 Eagle system.

The handlebars are BH EVO Carbon Top Flat, 760 mm wide with a 10 mm rise, which allows for comfortable and controlled handling. The grips are BH Control Grips, which provide additional comfort. The stem is a BH FIT with a length of 60 mm, a diameter of 31.8 mm and an angle of -6º.

The headset is an Acros ICR FIT 36/45º with Block Lock 160º, ensuring stable and precise steering. The tyres are Maxxis Rekon Race EXO MAXX SPEED, 2.40 inches wide at both the front and rear, providing excellent grip and speed. The wheelset consists of BH Evo Carbon Tubeless rims, 30 mm wide and with 28 spokes.

The saddle is a Prologo Scratch M5 Nack, which offers both comfort and support. The seatpost is a BH EVO Carbon with a diameter of 31.6 mm and a length of 420 mm, whilst the saddle clamp is integrated.

The bike’s geometry features a reach of 455 mm, a stack of 624 mm and a seat tube length of 460 mm, ensuring an optimal fit and riding position. Overall, the ULTIMATE EVO 9.9 offers an impressive combination of lightness, stability and performance, making it an excellent choice for ambitious mountain bikers.