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MTR 8.9
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
Manufacturer Price
£1,825($2,448)| Weight | 34.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 150mm front |
| Fork | RockShox 35 Gold RL |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | NX Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide T Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
The Boardman MTR series stands out for its superb value and modern geometry, offering a confident and stable ride across various terrains. Its suspension performance is effective, though less refined compared to higher-end options, and the build kits are wisely chosen for trail performance. The bikes are praised for their smooth descending and efficient power transfer, making them solid choices for budget-conscious riders seeking full-suspension capabilities.
Superb value
Modern relaxed geometry
Effective power transfer
Good traction off-road
Confident and stable ride
Less refined suspension compared to pricier options
Exposed cables under the down tube
Higher positioned bottle cage bosses
Fork can get harsh over repeated hits
Dated appearance
The MTR 8.6 is one of a very small number of budget offering sorted performance for not much over £1,000.
BikeRadarBoardman has hit the nail on the head – it balances a stellar ride with wisely-picked kit.
off.road.ccThe Boardman MTR 8.9 is insanely capable.
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Feb 2023 · Ben Haworth
The Boardman MTR 8.9 has an awful lot going for it.The cover of this book may look 2013, but it reads just in 2023.
Nov 2021 · Alex Evans
Versatile bike ideal for trail-centre riding, with plenty of upgrade potential to increase speed
Accelerates quickly and holds speed well
Supportive suspension makes it fun to ride on the descents
Comfortable, neutral riding position is spot-on for most trails
When the riding gets more extreme, its limits start to become clear
Minimal water bottle clearance isn’t ideal
Jun 2021
The MTR 8.9 is Boardman’s trail-ready full suspension rig aimed towards aggressive riding. While the geometry isn’t pushing boundaries and its build isn’t mega blingy, Boardman has hit the nail on the head – it balances a stellar ride with wisely-picked kit. The fork is a point of contention, however. 2021 Vitus Escarpe 29 CR review Marin Rift Zone 2 2020 review Best mountain bikes you can buy for under £2,000 The MTR has come a long way since we tested its last iteration in 2018. The bike now rolls on 29” hoops and gets a bump in travel, pairing 150mm at the front to 145mm at the rear.
| Frame | 6061 Alloy with Rockshox Deluxe Select +, 230mm x 60mm |
|---|---|
| Fork | Rockshox 35 Gold RL 150mm Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM GXP, 73mm |
| Headset | FSA No.42,Tapered |
| Stem | Boardman Alloy, Zero rise - 31.8mm clamp |
| Handlebar | Boardman Alloy, 0.5mm Rise 780mm |
| Saddle | Boardman MTR |
| Seatpost | Satori Sorata Pro2 Dropper S/M - 125mm L/XL - 150mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Wellgo flats, 9/16” |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle - 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | SRAM NX Eagle - 170mm 32T narrow wideT |
| Shifters | SRAM NX Eagle - 12 speed |
| Cassette | SRAM PG1210 Eagle - 11-50T |
| Chain | SRAM SX Eagle - 12-speed |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Guide T - 180 mm rotor, Rear: SRAM Guide T - 180 mm rotor Type: SRAM Guide T Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Boardman 30mm Internal & Tubeless Ready |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Alloy 32H - 15mm x 110 mm Front / 12mm x 148mm Boost |
| Rear Hub | Alloy 32H - 15mm x 110 mm Front / 12mm x 148mm Boost |
| Tires | Maxxis Minion, Front - DHF Exo TR, Rear - DHRII Exo TR - Tubeless Ready |
First added February 22
Last updated February 4
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