KTM SCARP ELITE AXS

The "SCARP ELITE AXS" model from KTM, released in 2023, is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out for its technical specifications and features. Priced at 4899 EUR, this bike offers a combination of advanced technology and robust design.

The frame of the SCARP ELITE AXS is made from a blend of premium carbon and an aluminium alloy, ensuring an optimal balance between lightness and stability. The frame is designed for 29-inch wheels and, with its 95mm SLL suspension travel, offers excellent shock absorption. The bike’s maximum load capacity is 120 kg, whilst its kerb weight is just 12 kg, ensuring an agile and easy-to-handle riding experience.

The bike’s brakes are Shimano M4100 / MT410 2-piston models, which provide reliable braking power and control. The gear system is provided by the SRAM GX Eagle AXS 12-speed system, which is renowned for precise and fast gear changes. The shifter is an SRAM GX Eagle AXS Controller, which allows for intuitive operation.

Front suspension is provided by the FOX 32 Float 29" Rhythm fork with 100 mm of travel and remote lockout, whilst at the rear a FOX Float DPS PerformanceElite shock with remote lockout is fitted. This combination ensures excellent damping performance on uneven terrain.

The bottom bracket is a SRAM DUB press-fit MTB 92, and the crankset consists of a SRAM GX Eagle DUB with 34 teeth. The cassette is a SRAM GX Eagle XG-1275 with a range of 10–52 teeth, offering a wide variety of gear ratios. The drivetrain is also powered by the SRAM GX Eagle 12s system.

The handlebars are KTM Team Flat 2X, 720 mm wide, fitted with KTM Team silicone grips for optimum grip. The stem is a KTM Team MTB with a 7° angle, and the headset is a KTM Team drop/in measuring 1.1/8"-1.5".

The front and rear rims are KTM Line – Mavic MX801 CL models with 32 spokes and Ryde Rival26 rim rings. Both wheels are fitted with DT Champion 2.0 black spokes. The tyres are Maxxis Rekon Race EXO/TR, size 57-622, which are renowned for their excellent traction and durability.

The saddle is a Selle San Marco RND with Manganese rails, offering comfort and stability. The seatpost is a KTM Team measuring 30.9/400, and the seat clamp is a KTM Team Light CL-FJ21 with a diameter of 34.9 mm.

Overall, the 2023 KTM SCARP ELITE AXS offers an impressive spec that is suitable for both ambitious athletes and leisure cyclists looking for a high-performance and reliable mountain bike.