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2018 Intense

Tracer Factory

A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

$7,999
Weight28.1 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 165 / 160mm
ForkFox Factory Float 36
ShockFox Float X2 Factory
Wheels27.5″ Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetX01, XX1 Eagle
BrakesShimano XTR Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

28 mph

Tracer Factory

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Reviews

Summary

The Intense Tracer is a high-performance enduro bike praised for its superb suspension, fantastic handling, and versatile design. It features updated geometry with a slackened head angle and steepened seat angle, along with JS Tuned suspension for improved stiffness and efficiency. While it excels in descents and rough trails, some reviews note its high price tag and the loss of a bottle mount on the frame.

Pros
  • Superb suspension and fantastic handling

  • Updated geometry for better stability

  • JS Tuned suspension for improved stiffness and efficiency

  • Versatile design suitable for various riding scenarios

Cons
  • High price tag

  • Loss of a bottle mount on the frame

  • Susceptible to weight shift on steep climbs

Key Quotes
The Tracer isn’t the only bike in its category that was given an extreme makeover this year.
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It’s capable enough to be your big bike, and versatile enough to be your only bike.
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Completely revitalised and utterly capable enduro ripper that's obscenely spendy
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Mountain Bike Action
INTENSE TRACER 275C GENERATION 2 TEST

Apr 2017 · McCoy

Lite, bright and amazingly fast

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BIKE Magazine
Review: Intense's New Tracer Carbon 27.5

Feb 2017

Intense fires off an updated all-mountain projectile.

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BikeRadar
Intense Tracer 275C Factory review

Feb 2017 · Jon Woodhouse

It's hugely capable and confident, with planted suspension and a neutral character. Whether you can justify the cost of this build is another thing. Buy if you want an exclusive, high performance enduro bike and you are completely unconcerned about how much money it is

Highs
  • Superb suspension, fantastic handling and an absolutely top-end frame and build kit

Lows
  • That price tag

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Intense Tracer 275 SL Factory Review – the Ultimate Update of the Well-Known Classic ?

Feb 2017 · Christoph Bayer

Intense had their foot on the gas throughout 2016, seeing them launch four brand new models in a short space of time. 2017 is shaping up to be the same, and their next generation Tracer 275 is a bang-up-to-date version of their well-known classic. We’ve put it through the wringer to find out whether it’s […]

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MTB Mag
[Tested] New Intense Tracer 275 Carbon

Feb 2017 · Francesco Mazza

[ad3] 2016 has been a really fertile year for Intense, who have showcased something like 5 new models. The latest is the Tracer Carbon, Intense’s Enduro weapon, to be launched worldwide today in its new version. We’ve been riding it in advance, in order to summarize our riding impressions prior to the launch, so we’re able to provide you the following complete test. As usual, a big part of the test was carried out on the Enduro trails at Finale Outdoor Resort, thanks to B&B La Rocca di Perti Mare and Ride on Noli shuttle service. Overview First off we have

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MTBR
Intense Tracer enduro bike completely redesigned

Feb 2017 · Saris Mercanti

The Tracer is Intense’s best selling model. With the latest update, the California-based bike maker gave it more aggressive geometry, a new suspension design, and more. - Mtbr.com

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Singletrack World
2017 Intense Tracer 275C Factory Review

Feb 2017 · James Love

James Love has been testing an early Intense Tracer sample for the last few months and here's his in-depth first test

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Mountain Flyer
MF Tested: Intense Tracer T275C Pro Build

Jan 2015

It’s been said you need to crack a few eggs to make an omelet, but a better comparison for a great mountain bike would be a slow-roasted pork shoulder, hand rubbed with a carefully balanced blend of spices.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Carbon Fiber

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

FOX 36 Factory Float, FIT4, Boost

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX Factory Float X2, 2 position adjust, 216mm x 63mm

Travel165mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM GXP BB92, press fit

Headset

Cane Creek 40, alloy

Stem

Enve Mountain, carbon, 40mm length

Handlebar

Enve Mountain DH, carbon, 780mm width

Saddle

Fabric Scoop Radius Pro, carbon rails

Seatpost

FOX Transfer, 150mm drop

TypeDropper

Pedals

None included

Grips

Intense Lock-on

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM X01 X-Horizon Carbon Eagle, 12-speed

Front Derailleur

N/A

Crank

SRAM XX1 Eagle, Boost, 175mm length

Shifters

SRAM XX1 Eagle, 12-speed

Cassette

SRAM XG-1299 XX1 Eagle, 10-50 tooth, 12-speed, gold

Chain

SRAM PC-XX1, 12-speed

Chain Guide

N/A

Brakes

Shimano XTR with 180mm rotors

TypeShimano XTR Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano XTR

Wheels
Rims

Enve M70HV, carbon, 32 hole

Spokes

N/A

Front Hub

DT Swiss 240, 6 bolt, Front: Boost, 15mm x 110mm, Rear: Boost, 12mm x 148mm

Rear Hub

DT Swiss 240, 6 bolt, Front: Boost, 15mm x 110mm, Rear: Boost, 12mm x 148mm

Tires

e*thirteen TRS Race, 2.35"

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