2024 Forbidden
Dreadnought GX RS S Plus Mullet
A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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$7,299| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 170mm |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Select+ |
| Shock | RockShox Vivid Select+ |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | GX Eagle Transmission, SRAM |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Apr 2024 · Matt Beer
Like their Druid trail and Supernought downhill bikes, the Dreadnought takes on a multi-link rear triangle but remains a high-pivot suspension design.
Dec 2022
Forbidden Bike Co. offers you the chance to look like a factory pro with the limited-run Dreadnought LTD Team Edition.
Apr 2022 · Alan Muldoon
Forbidden now has a big gun but who needs the Forbidden Dreadnought XT when the Druid is already billed as capable? In short... everyone. Let me explain.
Unique ride quality. Great sizing with balanced weight distribution across all sizes. Buttery-smooth suspension with good range of adjustment and plenty of support for smashing bigger hits. Steep seat angle means you simply sit down and spin and the Dreadnought climbs with the best of them. It’s better than the Druid.
Needs a high-rise bar. End-stroke progression makes it harder to get full travel, so maybe a coil shock would make this bike better still. Idler is noisy when it’s muddy. Longer chainstay and rearward axle path means you have to put more effort into lifting the front end.
Mar 2021
A global pandemic can't keep the new Forbidden Dreadnought chained down. Owen Pemberton shares some of the challenges during the bike's development.
Feb 2021 · Travis Engel
Calling the Forbidden Dreadnought a high-pivot bike misses the point. The 154/170mm 29er will redefine what you thought were your limits.
Supple over large high-speed chatter
Stability increases the moment you need it
Optimal balance and traction between the wheels
Smooth climber in rough sections
Not playful, in the traditional sense
Feels slightly sluggish on long, smooth climbs
Idler pulley brings extra friction, demands extra cleaning
| Frame | Dreadnought V2 Full Carbon - 160mm Travel, High-Modulus Carbon Fiber | Trifecta V2 High Pivot 4-Bar Suspension | One Ride Geometry | Enduro Max Bearings | 73mm Threaded BSA Bottom Bracket BB Standard: BSA, Threaded Hanger Standard: UDH Colors: Fatty T; Bloody Sabbath |
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| Fork | RockShox ZEB Select+, 170mm Travel | Charger 3 RC2 | Debonair + | Rebound, HSC/LSC Adjust | 44mm Offset | Maxle Stealth Thru-Axle | Gloss Black Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Vivid Select+, Touchdown RCT | Rebound, Compression, And Hydraulic Bottom Out Adjust | Threshold Lever | Trunnion/Bearing Mount | R85C26 Tune | 205x60mm Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB Threaded BSA Wide, 28.99mm Spindle | DUB | Threaded BSA |
| Headset | Cane Creek 40, SHIS: ZS44/28.6|ZS56/40 | Sealed Cartridge Bearings | 6000 Series Alloy Cups And Materials | Sealed Steel Crown Race |
| Stem | Forbidden, 40mm Length | 35mm Bar Clamp | Black |
| Handlebar | Burgtec Ride Wide Enduro Alloy, 800mm Width | S1-S2:22.5 / S3-S4:30 Rise | 9° Backsweep 5° Upward | 35mm Bar Bore | Black |
| Saddle | Fizik Terra Alpaca X5, 145mm Width | X5: Ride-Compliant Fiber Reinforced Nylon Shell And An S-Alloy rail | Black |
| Seatpost | OneUp Dropper Post, 31.6mm | Size Specific Travel S1:120mm / S2:150mm / S3:180mm / S4:210mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Burgtec Bartender Pro, 135mm length | Single Sided Lock-On | Black |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX AXS T-Type 12speed, Hangerless Interface | Overload Clutch | Replaceable Skid Plates |
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| Crank | SRAM GX Eagle 32T - 165mm, 165mm All Sizes | 55mm Chainline | Black |
| Shifters | SRAM Pod, With MMX Clamp | AXS Controller | Two Button Design |
| Cassette | SRAM GX T-Type 10-52T 12speed, 12speed | XD Fit | 10-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-32-38-44-52T |
| Chain | SRAM GX Transmission Flattop 12speed, 12speed | Links = S1:124 / S2:126 / S3:128 / S4:130 |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Maven Silver 4-Piston, Stealth Body | SwingLink | Reach & Contact Adjustment | Organic Pads, Rear: SRAM Maven Silver 4-Piston, Stealth Body | SwingLink | Reach & Contact Adjustment | Organic Pads Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Crankbrothers Synthesis Enduro - Alloy, Front 31.5mm / Rear 29.5mm Internal Width | Tubeless Ready | Black with Grey Graphics |
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| Spokes | Sapim Race, Race 2.0/1.8/2.0mm | Double Butted | Black ED Coated Stainless | Black Brass 14mm Nipples |
| Front Hub | Crank Brothers, 110 x 15mm | 28-Hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized |
| Rear Hub | Crank Brothers, Ratchet Internals | XD Driver | 148 x 12mm | 32-Hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized Decal |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai - 3C Maxx Grip - EXO+, 29 x 2.5 | 3C MaxxGrip Rubber Compound | 60tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | EXO+ Casing, Rear: Maxxis DHRII - 3C MaxxTerra - Double Down, 29/27.5 x 2.4 | 3C MaxxTerra Rubber Compound | 120tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | Double Down Casing |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM HS2 - 200mm, 6-Bolt |
Last updated May 11