Haibike SEET HardNine 5.0

The “SEET HardNine 5.0” model from Haibike, released in 2020, is a versatile mountain bike available for 799 EUR. It features a robust 6061 aluminium frame, which is specifically designed for disc brakes and supports a maximum rider weight of 120 kg.

The braking system consists of Tektro M275 disc brakes, with a 180mm front rotor and a 160mm rear rotor. The brake levers are also by Tektro and made from aluminium, ensuring reliable and long-lasting performance.

For gear changes, the bike is fitted with a Shimano Deore M6000 30-speed groupset, controlled by Shimano Deore M6000 Rapidfire shifters. The front derailleur is a Shimano Deore M610, which ensures precise and smooth shifting performance.

The SR Suntour XCR Air RL-R fork with remote lockout offers 100mm of travel and is air-sprung, providing improved shock absorption. The steel steerer tube measures 1 1/8" and the threading is 8 x 100mm.

The pedals are VP VPE-993 plastic pedals and feature reflectors for added safety. The bottom bracket is a Shimano BB52 BSA, whilst the crankset consists of a Shimano Deore M6000 with 22–40 teeth. The cassette is a Shimano HG5010 with 11–36 teeth, and the drivetrain uses a KMC X10 chain.

The handlebars are Haibike Components TheBar + Topflat with a width of 720mm, complemented by Haibike MTB grips. The stem is a Haibike Components TheStem + A-Head with a clamp diameter of 31.8 mm and an angle of 7˚. The headset is an A-Head Tapered model.

The rims are XLC X-630 D-WALL hollow-chamber aluminium rims, fitted with Schwalbe Rapid Rob tyres in size 57-622. The hubs are Haibike Components TheHub +, both front and rear, and the spokes are black. The wheelset is 29 inches in size.

The saddle is a Haibike Components TheSaddle and the seatpost is a Haibike Components The Seatpost + Patent, made of aluminium with a diameter of 31.6 mm.

Overall, the SEET HardNine 5.0 offers a well-balanced package of high-quality components and solid build quality, ideal for beginners and advanced mountain bikers looking for a reliable and high-performance bike.