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Dreadnought SLX Complete
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$5,699| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 154 / 170mm |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Select+ |
| Shock | Fox Float X2 Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
🐐 Estimated
Summary
The Forbidden Dreadnought is a standout enduro bike with a unique high-pivot suspension design that excels in rough, fast terrain, offering stability and confidence akin to a downhill sled. It's praised for its superb suspension performance, aggressive geometry, and size-specific tuning, making it a favorite for descending. However, its weight and demanding nature on climbs, along with some quirks like a noisy idler and long chainstays, may not suit all riders.
Unique high-pivot suspension design
Excellent stability and confidence at speed
Size-specific geometry and tuning
Superb suspension performance on rough terrain
Aggressive enduro-ready geometry
Heavy and demanding on climbs
Noisy idler in muddy conditions
Long chainstays can hinder maneuverability
Not the most efficient climber
Overkill for less aggressive riders
Would you own the most capable trail bike ever made, even if it meant you could never do a manual again?
BetaIn a world of copycat designs the Forbidden Dreadnought stands out as a genuine trailblazer.
MBRThe Dreadnought is a hard one to place. It's a 150mm-travel bike with an idler pulley and dual-crown compatibility.Pinkbike
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Dec 2022 · Steve Fisher
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.
Aug 2021 · Seb Stott
The Dreadnought has the manners of a bigger bike, but its 151mm of travel doesn't quite deliver the same performance as longer travel options.
Superb suspension tracking over small and mid-sized bumps.
Balanced weight distribution provides excellent cornering composure in flat, loose turns.
Stable and confident on fast, bike-park style terrain.
Comfortable and easy to manage traction on technical climbs.
The XL's long chainstay (which grows through the travel) makes manuals, hops, or steep and tight trails trickier.
Though supple for the travel, suspension isn't as forgiving as longer travel bikes in the same intended use category.
Though idler drag is minimal, it's not the sprightliest climber even compared to longer travel bikes.
Our bike had a shock bolt repeatedly work loose and two hard-to-explain snapped derailleurs.
Jun 2021 · Travis Engel
We held on to the Forbidden Dreadnought for nearly two months. Was that long enough to know if we could hold on to it forever?
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.
| Frame | Dreadnought Full Carbon - 154mm Travel High-Modulus Carbon Fiber | Trifecta High Single Pivot Suspension | One Ride Geometry | Enduro Max Bearings | 73mm Threaded BSA Bottom Bracket BB Standard: BSA, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Select+ - 170mm Travel Charger 2.1 Damper | LSC | LSR | DebonAir Air Spring | 44mm Offset | Maxle Stealth Thru-Axle | Gloss Black Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Performance FLOAT X2 LSC | LSR | Evol Air Can | Custom Tune | Trunnion Mount | DU Mount | 205x65mm Travel: 154mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Threaded SM-BB52 | 24mm Spindle | HollowTechII | Threaded BSA |
| Headset | Acros AZX-203 SHIS: ZS44/28.6|ZS56/40 | Premium Stainless Steel Bearings |
| Stem | e*thirteen Base 40mm Length | 35mm Bar Clamp | Black Anodized with Grey Graphics |
| Handlebar | e*thirteen Base 800mm Width | 20mm Rise | 35mm Bar Bore | Black Anodized with Grey Graphics |
| Saddle | SDG Radar Chromo Chromoly Rails | Black Synthetic Cover with Black Cordura Reinforcements |
| Seatpost | e*thirteen Vario 31.6mm | Adjustable Dropper Travel | Size Specific Travel :S/M=120-150mm - L/XL:150-180mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Forbidden Tapered Single Sided Lock-On | Black |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX 12speed Shadow+ with Clutch |
|---|---|
| Crank | Shimano SLX 32T FC-M7100 | 170mm All Sizes | 52mm Chainline | Black |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX 12speed I-Spec EV Integrated Shifter/Brake Lever |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX 10-51T 12speed | MicroSpline | 10-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-33-39-45-51T |
| Chain | Shimano SLX CN-M7100 | 12speed | Links = S:130 / M:132 / L:134 XL:136 |
| Chain Tensioner | Forbidden Idler Pulley with e.13 Custom Chainguide Forbidden Integrated Idler | e.13 TRS Plus | Molded Inner with Compact Outer | Black |
| Brakes | Shimano 4 Piston, Front: Shimano 4-Piston BL-M6100 Lever | BR-M6120 Calipers | Metal Pads, Rear: Shimano 4-Piston BL-M6100 Lever | BR-M6120 Calipers | Metal Pads Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | e*thirteen LG1 EN Plus 30mm Internal Width | Tubeless Ready | 32hole | Black with Grey Graphics |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Double Butted Black Stainless 2.0/1.8/2.0mm Double Butted | Black ED Coated Stainless | Black Brass 14mm Nipples |
| Front Hub | Shimano SLX HB-M7100 | 110x15mm | 32hole | Center-Lock |
| Rear Hub | Shimano SLX HB-M7100 | Quick Engagement | Microspline | 148x12mm | 32hole | Center-Lock |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5" 3C MaxxTerra Rubber Compound | 120tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | EXO+ Casing, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29"x2.4" 3C MaxxTerra Rubber Compound | 2x120tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | Double Down Casing |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano 203mm RT-MT64 | Center-Lock | External Serated Lock-Ring |
First added February 9
Last updated December 24
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