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Recluse SL FRAME
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension trail frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$2,499| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 140mm rear |
| Shock | Fox Float X2 Factory |
| Wheels | 27.5″ |
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
Well-balanced geometry with efficient suspension
High-quality components and attention to detail
Available in multiple versions to suit different rider preferences
Suspension performance can struggle over varied terrain
Internal cable routing may cause rattling
High price point for some models
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.
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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 | SL Monocoque UD Carbon Front and Rear Triangle, i-BOX Pivot System, Downtube Flak Guard Armor, Internal Derailleur, Brake & Dropper Post Routing, Ti Hardware, ISCG 05 Mount, 140mm travel. Colors: Gloss Yellow / Grey; Matte Grey / Turquoise |
|---|---|
| Shock | Fox Factory Float X2, Kashima, 2 Position Lever w/ Open Mode Adj, 200x57mm Travel: 140mm |
First added August 28
Last updated August 28
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