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Recluse Foundation
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,999| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 150mm |
| Fork | RockShox Yari RC |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch RL |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | GX, NX |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Intense Recluse is a versatile trail bike that excels in both climbing and descending, thanks to its well-balanced geometry and efficient suspension. It's praised for its high-quality components and attention to detail, though some reviews note issues with suspension performance and internal cable rattling. The bike is often compared to other Intense models like the Spider and Tracer, highlighting its place within the brand's lineup.
Versatile performance suitable for both climbing and descending
High-quality components and attention to detail
Well-balanced geometry with efficient suspension
Available in multiple sizes and versions to suit different riders
Strong and lightweight frame construction
Suspension performance can struggle over varied terrain
Internal cable routing may cause rattling
High price point for some models
Limited availability for special editions
the Recluse was the one I usually grabbed first
BIKE MagazineThe Intense Recluse Elite is the latest in a flurry of new bikes introduced this year by California-based brand and it’s a hard beast to tame.
BikeRadarIntense have impressed us over the years, producing some seriously well engineered frames with great attention to detail.
Dirt MountainbikeFeedback?
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Apr 2018
With only 100 of these special edition bikes offered, and currently 10 bikes left in stock at the Intense warehouse, this Recluse DVO edition strikes me more as a fun collaboration than a bike for the masses. Thankfully for the masses, Intense also offers four other Recluse models to choose from.
May 2017
Intense is going to spec 30mm wheels on all trail bikes - and they are going to have house-brand rims to do it...
May 2017 · Jason Sumner
If you believe in the luck of the Irish — or just like all things green — you’ll be intrigued by the latest offering from Intense. - Mtbr.com
Mar 2017 · Matt Holmes
Is the 140mm travel MTB the defining bike of our generation? Pure, do anything machines they say? Intense would like us to think so with the release of their latest trail weapon; the Recluse. With two of their premier and much accoladed rides, the Spider and Tracer sitting on each side of this new frame design, where does this non-adjustable travel bike sit within the range? In a nutshell, it’s a longer, more raked out Spyder with a touch slacker […]
Mar 2017
Once word gets out about its versatile ride, the Intense Recluse is going to have a hard time keeping to itself.
Feb 2017 · Wil Barrett
Intense Cycles wants you to #getlooseonarecluse. So over the past six months, we've been doing exactly that.
Jan 2017 · Guy Kesteven
Potentially great, well shaped, power friendly frame with some sweet kit but disappointing suspension
Super-stiff, long and relatively light chassis
Classic tough trail kit plus Intense’s own wide carbon rims
Power-focused suspension struggles over both smaller and larger hits
‘Performance’ grade shock and fork exacerbate suspension and pitch issue
| Frame | Carbon Fiber BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Yari RC, Solo Air, 110mm x 15mm Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch RL, 200mm x 57mm Travel: 140mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face BB92 |
| Headset | Intense Tapered alloy cartridge, 25mm of spacers |
| Stem | Intense Recon Elite, 50mm |
| Handlebar | Intense Recon, 780mm width |
| Saddle | WTB Silverado Sport |
| Seatpost | Race Face Aeffect, 150mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None |
| Grips | Intense dual density lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Race Face Aeffect, 175mm |
| Shifters | SRAM NX,11-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM PC1130, 11-speed, 11-42 tooth |
| Chain | SRAM PC1110, 11-speed |
| Chain Guide | None |
| Brakes | Shimano M500, 180mm front and 160mm rear rotor, 6 bolt Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano M500 |
| Rims | Race Face AR, 30mm width |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Champion |
| Front Hub | Front: Intense Tuned, 110mm x 15mm, 6 bolt, 32 hole;, Rear: Intense Tuned, 148mm x 12mm, 6 bolt, 32 hole |
| Rear Hub | Front: Intense Tuned, 110mm x 15mm, 6 bolt, 32 hole;, Rear: Intense Tuned, 148mm x 12mm, 6 bolt, 32 hole |
| Tires | Maxxis High Roller II, 27.5 x 2.3“, 60 TPI front and rear |
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Last updated April 14
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