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2019 Intense

TRACER FACTORY

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

$8,399
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
TRACER FACTORY
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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

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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 for better stability and a JS Tuned suspension system for improved stiffness and efficiency. While it excels on descents and rough trails, some reviews note its high price tag and minor frame details as drawbacks.

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

  • High-quality components in top builds

Cons
  • High price tag

  • Loss of a bottle mount on the frame

  • Susceptible to weight shift on steep climbs

  • Complex rear wheel axle

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 hugely capable and confident, with planted suspension and a neutral character.
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The new Tracer fully embraces the longer/slacker lifestyle in pursuit of enduro podium domination.
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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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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Tracer 275 Optimized Layup Monocoque UD Carbon Front and Rear Triangle, Carbon Top Link, Internal cable Routing, Integrated protectors, w/ BOOST 148 x12 mm spacing, 165 mm travel

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

ColorRed / Slate Grey

Fork

Fox 36 Factory Float 27.5", 160mm, HSC, LSC, GRIP FIT, Boost 110x15mm

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Fox Factory Float X2, 2 Pos-Adj, 216x63mm

Travel165mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM Pressfit DUB BB92

Headset

Cane Creek 40, alloy

Stem

ENVE M7 35mm Carbon

Handlebar

ENVE Mountain M7 780mm Carbon, Rise +25mm

Saddle

Fabric Scoop Radius Pro w/carbon rails

Seatpost

Fox Factory Transfer 31.6mm, (125mm Dropper Small / 150mm Dropper Medium, Large, XL)

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 DUB Carbon 175mm, 34T

Shifters

SRAM XX1 Eagle, 12-speed

Cassette

SRAM XG 1299 XX1 Eagle 12speed, 10-50T, Gold

Chain

SRAM XX1 (GOLD), 12-speed

Chain Guide

N/A

Brakes

Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc, 180 mm front and 180 mm rear

TypeShimano XTR Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano XTR

Wheels
Rims

ENVE M730 CARBON 30mm Inner width

Spokes

ENVE M730 Carbon wheelset

Front Hub

32 hole, DT Swiss 240s

Rear Hub

32 hole, DT Swiss 240s

Tires

Maxxis Minion DHR2 27.5x2.4WT"

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