2023 Forbidden
Dreadnought X0
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$8,499| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 154 / 170mm |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Ultimate |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | X01 Eagle AXS, X0 |
| 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.
Mar 2023
The Forbidden Dreadnought XO T-Type rolls out with the new SRAM Eagle Transmission and SRAM Code Stealth Ultimate Brakes
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 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 | RockShox Zeb Ultimate - 170mm Travel Charger 3 RC2 W/ButterCup | Debonair + | Pressure Relief Valves | 44mm Offset | Maxle Stealth Thru-Axle | Gloss Black Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate 2 Position Adjuster | DebonAir+ Linear | RC2T Damper | LNLC Tune | Trunnion Mount | Bearing Mount | 205x65mm Travel: 154mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 28.99mm Spindle | DUB | Threaded BSA |
| Headset | Cane Creek - Hellbender 70 Series SHIS: ZS44/28.6|ZS56/40 | sealed cartridge bearings | 6000 series alloy cups and materials | sealed steel crown race |
| Stem | Burgtec MK3 Enduro Stem – 35mm – 42.5mm length 42.5mm Length | 35mm Bar Clamp | Black |
| Handlebar | Burgtec Ride Wide Alloy Enduro Bar 800mm Width | S=15 M=22.5 L=30 XL=38mm 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 V2 DROPPER POST 120/150/180/210mm Travel 31.6mm | Size Specific Travel :S=120mm - M=150mm - L=180mm - XL=210mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Burgtec Bartender Pro - Black 135mm length | Single Sided Lock-On | Black |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM XO AXS 12Speed Hangerless Interface | Magic Wheel | Overload Clutch | Replaceable Skid Plates |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM X0 Eagle 32T 165mm All Sizes | 55mm Chainline | Black |
| Shifters | AXS Pod Ultimate AXS controller | Two Button Design |
| Cassette | SRAM XS-1295 10-52T 12speed 12speed | XD | 10-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-32-36-42-52T |
| Chain | SRAM 12 Speed 12speed | Links = S:130 / M:130 / L:132 XL:134 |
| Chain Tensioner | Forbidden Idler Pulley with e.13 Custom Chainguide NSB Idler | Forbidden Race Guide | e.13 TRS Plus | Molded Inner with Compact Outer | Black |
| Brakes | SRAM CODE ULTIMATE Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Crankbrothers Synthesis - Alloy Front 31.5mm / Rear 29.5mm Internal Width | Welded | Tubeless Ready | Black with Grey Graphics |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Sapim D-Light/Race Front: D-Light 2.0/1.65/2.0mm / Rear: Race 2.0/1.8/2.0mm | Double Butted | Black ED Coated Stainless | Black Brass 14mm Nipples |
| Front Hub | Crankbrothers I9 1/1 110x15mm | 28hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized |
| Rear Hub | Crankbrothers I9 1/1 XD Driver | 148x12mm | 32hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized Decal |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai 29"x2.5" 3C MaxxGrip Rubber Compound | 60tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | EXO+ Casing, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5"x2.4" 3C MaxxTerra Rubber Compound | 2x120tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | Double Down Casing |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM HS2 - 200mm 6-Bolt |
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