Product Info
Details + Specs
Epic 9 Expert
Speed built for the dirt
Epic 9 represents 24 years of winning XC innovation, distilled into the fastest race bike in the world. We started with Epic 8’s world-beating benchmark, then removed what held it back — 206 grams gone, making Epic 9 the lightest full-suspension XC race bike on the planet.
Best for: Cross-country racing, fast trail riding and efficient climbing.
At a glance
Frame
FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider First Engineered™…
Fork
RockShox SID Select+, 3-position Ride Dynamics, Debon Air, 15x110mm…
Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 3-position Ride Dynamics, TwistLoc remote…
Drivetrain
SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission
Brakes
SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Weight
10.95kg (24lb 2.2oz)
Key highlights
Progressive XC Race Geometry and 120mm of travel bring Epic 9's race-winning platform to a more accessible build.
a 120mm-travel fork and shock combo with 3-position Ride Dynamics tuning for efficient, controlled XC performance.
wireless 12-speed shifting via an SRAM AXS POD controller, with a wide-range 10-52t cassette.
hookless carbon rims on DT Swiss 370 hubs, paired with Fast Trak/Air Trak tyres for race-day speed and grip.
Complete specification
Full build details
Components are grouped by bike system so the complete build is easy to scan.
Frameset
Frame
FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH-compatible rear dropout, 120mm travel
Suspension
Fork
RockShox SID Select+, 3-position Ride Dynamics, Debon Air, 15x110mm thru-axle, 44mm offset, 120mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 3-position Ride Dynamics, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm
Brakes
Front Brake
SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Rear Brake
SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Drivetrain
Shifters
SRAM AXS POD Controller
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275 Transmission, 12-speed, 10-52t
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle Transmission, 12-speed Flattop
Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 34t (165mm SM / 170mm M-XL)
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, threaded, wide
Wheels and tyres
Front Wheel
Roval Control SL V, hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub
Rear Wheel
Roval Control SL V, hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub
Tyres
Specialized Fast Trak (front) / Air Trak (rear), Flex Lite casing, 29x2.35
Cockpit and contact points
Handlebars
Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 35mm clamp
Stem
Roval Alloy XC, 2-bolt, 60/70mm
Seatpost
X-Fusion Manic dropper, 30.9mm (125mm SM / 150mm M / 170mm L-XL travel)
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Weight and sizing
Weight
10.95kg (24lb 2.2oz)
Weight is based on a production painted bike in the stated reference size. Actual weight can vary with colour, size and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.