2021 Forbidden
Dreadnought XT Complete
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$7,399| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 154 / 170mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 38 |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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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.
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.
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 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, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX Performance Elite 38 GRIP2 - 170mm Travel GRIP 2 Damper with HSR/LSR/HSC/LSC | FLOAT Air Spring | 44mm Offset | Kabolt Thru-Axle | Matte Black with Custom Decals Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate 2 Position Adjuster | Debonair | RCT Damper | LSC | LSR | Custom Tune | Trunnion Mount | Bearing Mount | 205x65mm Travel: 154mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Threaded BB-MT800 | 24mm Spindle | HollowTechII | Threaded BSA |
| Headset | Cane Creek HellBender 70 SHIS: ZS44/28.6|ZS56/40 | Premium Stainless Steel Bearings | Alloy Dual-Seal Crown Race |
| Stem | e*thirteen Plus 40mm Length | 35mm Bar Clamp | Black Anodized with Grey Graphics |
| Handlebar | e*thirteen Plus 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 | BikeYoke Revive 31.6mm | Size Specific Travel :S=125mm - M=160mm - L/XL:185mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Forbidden Tapered Single Sided Lock-On | Black |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT 12speed Shadow+ with Clutch |
|---|---|
| Crank | Shimano XT 32T FC-M8100 | 170mm All Sizes | 52mm Chainline | Black |
| Shifters | Shimano XT 12speed I-Spec EV Integrated Shifter/Brake Lever |
| Cassette | Shimano XT 10-51T 12speed | MicroSpline | 10-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-33-39-45-51T |
| Chain | Shimano XT CN-M8100 | 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 XT 4 Piston Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | e*thirteen LG1 EN Plus 30mm Internal Width | Welded | 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 | DT Swiss 350 110x15mm | 32hole | Center-Lock | Black Anodized with White Decal |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss 350 18T Star Ratchet | Microspline | 148x12mm | 32hole | Center-Lock | Black Anodized with White Decal |
| 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 XT - 203mm RT-MT800 | IceTech | Freeza | Center-Lock | External Serated Lock-Ring |
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