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Dreadnought 1
A 29″ / 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with ultra high-end components.
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$9,499| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 170mm |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Ultimate |
| Shock | RockShox Vivid Ultimate |
| Wheels | 29″ / 27.5″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | X0, X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Brakes | SRAM Maven Ultimate Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Apr 2026 · Robert Johnston
The Forbidden Dreadnought V2's unique handling delivered by its geometry and suspension combination made for a riot in the right terrain.
Exceptional descending capability
Quiet and durable frame with attention to detail
High pivot design with 25mm rearward travel improves momentum and stability
Efficient climbing without needing climb switch
Progressive leverage ratio compatible with coil shock
Adjustable dropouts for wheel size and geometry tuning
Dual crown fork compatible for bike park use
Limited insertion depth for dropper post
Oct 2024 · ForbiddenBike
Vinny is getting set to ride in the inaugural women's Rampage aboard her custom Forbidden Dreadnought.
Mar 2023 · Jessie-May Morgan
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.
| 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: Kx500; Arrakis |
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| Fork | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, 170mm Travel | Charger 3.1 RC2 W/ButterCup | Debonair + | Rebound, HSC/LSC Adjust | Pressure Relief Valves | 44mm Offset | Maxle Stealth Thru-Axle | Gloss Black Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Vivid Ultimate, Touchdown RC2T | Rebound, High And Low Speed Compression, And Hydraulic Bottom Out Adjust | Threshold Lever | Trunnion/Bearing Mount | R85 C26 Tune | 205x60mm Travel: 160mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB Threaded BSA, 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 | Burgtec OE MK3 Enduro, 42.5mm Length | 35mm Bar Clamp | Black |
| Handlebar | Burgtec Ride Wide Enduro Carbon, 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 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 | Forbidden, 128mm length | Single Sided Lock-On | Black |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0 AXS T-Type 12speed, Hangerless Interface | Magic Wheel | Overload Clutch | Replaceable Skid Plates |
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| Crank | SRAM X0 Eagle 32T - 165mm, 165mm All Sizes | 32T | 55mm Chainline | Black |
| Shifters | SRAM Pod Rocker, With MMX Clamp | AXS Controller | Rocker Actuation |
| Cassette | SRAM X0 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 = S1:120 / S2:122 / S3:124 / S4:126 |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Maven Ultimate 4-Piston, Stealth Body | SwingLink | Reach & Contact Adjustment | Organic Pads, Rear: SRAM Maven Ultimate 4-Piston, Stealth Body | SwingLink | Reach & Contact Adjustment | Organic Pads Type: SRAM Maven Ultimate Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Crankbrothers Synthesis 11 - Carbon, Front 31.5mm / Rear 29.5mm Internal Width | Tubeless Ready | Black with Grey Graphics |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Sapim CX Ray (fr) / CX Sprint (rr), Front: CX Ray 2.0/0.9/2.2/2.0mm / Rear: Race 2.0/1.25/2.25/2.0mm | Aero | Black ED Coated Stainless | Black Brass 14mm Nipples |
| Front Hub | Crankbrothers, 110x15mm | 28hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized |
| Rear Hub | Crankbrothers, Ratchet Internals | XD Driver | 148 x 12mm | 32-Hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized Decal |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai - 3C MaxxGrip - EXO+, 29 x 2.5 | 3C MaxxGrip Rubber Compound | 60tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | EXO+ Casing, Rear: Maxxis DHR - 3C MaxxTerra - DD, 29/27.5 x 2.4 | 3C MaxxTerra Rubber Compound | 120tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | Double Down Casing |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM HS2 - 200mm, 6-Bolt |
First added May 21
Last updated April 4