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PRIMER S
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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$6,699| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 160mm |
| Fork | Öhlins |
| Shock | Öhlins |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT |
| Brakes | Magura MT7 Pro Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Jun 2023 · Mick Kirkman
The Primer S offers superb control and grip, plus a great spec, but isn’t the most cohesive overall package
Distinctive Öhlins suspension feel that offers outstanding grip
E*thirteen carbon bar, stem and grips didn't need any setup work
Heavy, slower-rolling e*thirteen LG1 wheels
Handling doesn't feel intuitive and natural
Dated seat tube angle and ride feel
Jul 2021 · Nathan Hughes
Nathan Hughes didn't hold back on the build for his mixed-wheel machine.
Feb 2021
The 2021 Intense Primer 275 Pro is a bike that will give the rider confidence to charge hard and tackle most terrain with ease.
The Build Kit
Ground hugging feel
Cornering Traction
Grips are too thin
Not very playful on jibs
Would like a longer dropper
Dec 2020
It’s a balanced, shred-ready bike...
Mar 2020 · Daz Hall
Is the Intense Primer 29 Pro the Quiver Killer that the marketing makes out? Ex racing whippet Daz tries keeping up on the ups and downs.
Feb 2020
Intense's Primer S Pro marries a 29" wheel and 150mm of travel up front to 140mm of bounce and a smaller, fat tyred 650b wheel at the rear. It's a lightweight, good looking and high-end bike that offers a lot for the asking price, but the ride and suspension isn't quite as sorted as some similarly spendy rivals.
Dec 2019 · Danny Milner
The Intense Primer has evolved with a broader purpose, and carries the entire weight of Intense's trail expectations on its shoulders.
Decent weight
Feels old school
| Frame | Primer S 29” Optimized Layup Monocoque UD Carbon Front and Rear Triangle, Carbon top link, Ti hardware, internal shift, dropper post and brake routing. ISCG05 mounts, flak guard armor, 140MM (5.5") travel BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | Ohlins RFX 36 M.2 / 160MM / Boost Travel: 160mm |
| Shock | Ohlins TTX22M Coil / 210MM x 50MM (140MM) / Front Reducer Size - 20MM X 6MM, Rear Reducer Size - 20MM x 8MM. Travel: 140mm |
| Bottom Bracket | e*Thirteen 24mm (Threaded) |
| Headset | Cane Creek 40 / ZS44-EC49 |
| Stem | e*Thirteen Plus 35 40MM |
| Handlebar | e*Thirteen Race Carbon 35x800mm |
| Saddle | SDG Radar w/ Cr-Mo Rail |
| Seatpost | e*Thirteen Vario Infinite Dropper w/ adjustable travel 31.6MM / 120MM SM / 150MM MD / 180MM LG-XL (Frame Size Specific) Type: Dropper |
| Grips | IINTENSE Lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT 12SP |
|---|---|
| Crank | e*Thirteen Helix Plus 12SP / 32t / 170MM SM-LG/ 175mm XL / Boost |
| Shifters | Shimano XT 12SP I-Spec |
| Cassette | Shimano XT 12SP / 11-51T |
| Chain | Shimano XT 12SP |
| Brakes | Magura MT7 Pro Front (Four Piston) Magura Storm HC 203MM Rotors / Magura MT7 Pro Rear (Four Piston) Magura Storm HC 180MM Rotors Type: Magura MT7 Pro Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | e*Thirteen LG1 Enduro 30mm Rim |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | e*Thirteen LG1 Race SL hubs 32 Hole 15x110 front, 12x148 rear hub 6-bolt |
| Rear Hub | e*Thirteen LG1 Race SL hubs 32 Hole 15x110 front, 12x148 rear hub 6-bolt |
| Tires | Front: MAXXIS Minion DHF WT Maxx Grip 3C EXO 29" x 2.50" / Rear: MAXXIS Minion DHR II WT Maxx Terra 3C EXO+ 29" x 2.40" |
First added October 3
Last updated February 4
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