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2018 Pivot

Mach 5.5 Carbon Team XTR 1x

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

$8,299
Weight27.0 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 140 / 160mm
ForkFox Factory Float 36
ShockFox Float DPS Factory
Wheels27.5″ Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetXTR
BrakesShimano XTR Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Mach 5.5 Carbon Team XTR 1x
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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)

22 mph

Mach 5.5 Carbon Team XTR 1x

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XS

4'9" – 5'5"

SM

5'3" – 5'9"

MD

5'7" – 6'0"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'8"

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Reviews

Summary

The Pivot Mach 5.5 is a versatile trail bike praised for its balanced performance, excelling in both climbing and descending with its efficient dw-link suspension. It offers agile handling, high traction from 2.6-inch tires, and a comfortable ride quality that inspires confidence on technical terrain. However, some reviews note that the suspension may require tuning and the price is on the higher end.

Pros
  • Excellent balance and precision in handling

  • Efficient pedaling with dw-link suspension

  • High traction and comfort from 2.6-inch tires

  • Agile and playful ride characteristics

  • Quality construction and attention to detail

Cons
  • Higher price point

  • Suspension may need adjustment for optimal performance

  • 27.5-inch wheels lack some rollover compared to 29ers

  • Can feel sluggish on steep climbs in some conditions

Key Quotes
"a real mountain biker’s mountain bike"
Bicycling
"The Mach 5.5 dances on the trail with an exceedingly poppy, playful attitude that begs to be manualed, slid around corners and pointed toward trailside extra-credit treats"
BIKE Magazine logoBIKE Magazine
"Seriously rapid. Up or down hill, pumping terrain, popping out of turns and pounding over rock and root, nothing seems to erase the Pivot’s pace."
MBR logoMBR
"The Pivot Mach 5.5 is a high-end bike for those in need of a faithful companion for long trail adventures."
Enduro Mountainbike Magazine logoEnduro Mountainbike Magazine
"In a time when many are riding their trail bikes harder and harder, Pivot's new Mach 5.5 Carbon steps up to the challenge and succeeds in a big way."
Vital MTB logoVital MTB

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Pivot Mach 5.5 Pro XT Review

Dec 2018 · Christoph Bayer

Pivot now offers the The Pivot Mach 5.5 with the brand new FOX Live Valve system. But does the bike need FOX’s high-end electronic suspension?

Highs
  • Easy and predictable handling

  • Very comfortable

  • Excellent rear linkage

Lows
  • Rear tyre lacks grip

  • A little sluggish in acceleration

  • Not made for rough, high-speed terrain

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Mountain Bike Action
Pivot Talks Fox Live and Mach 5.5

Aug 2018 · Brandon

Chris Cocalis spills the beans

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Loam Wolf
Review: PIVOT MACH 5.5

Aug 2018

PIVOT MACH 5.5 Words & Photos by Andrew Lee Pivot bills the Mach 5.5 as a Plus-tired do it all machine, but as skeptics, we’re tired of hearing every brand’s bold claims about the ultimate all around performing bike. Despite our skepticism, we have spent lots of time

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VeloNews
Pivot Mach 5.5

Mar 2018 · Emily Schaldach

The Pivot Mach 5.5 is almost an enduro bike, has the essence of an XC bike, looks plus-sized, but remains lithe.

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BIKE Magazine
Bible Review: Pivot Mach 5.5 Pro XT/XTR 1X

Jan 2018

The Mach 5.5's 140 millimeters of travel feels deceptively deep.

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MBR
Pivot Mach 5.5 Pro review - MBR

Oct 2017 · Mick Kirkman

With the Pivot Mach 5.5 the brand waited seven years before deeming itself ready to bring out the successor its most popular bike ever, the Mach 5.7.

Highs
  • Warp trail speed in every direction.

Lows
  • The BB is a hair too high.

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MTBR
Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon first ride review

May 2017 · Francis Cebedo

The back of this trail bike is the business end with 140mm travel and a speedy Maxxis Rekon 2.6 tire, while the front is the party with 160mm travel and an aggressive Minion DHF. - Mtbr.com

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Bicycling
First Look: Pivot Mach 5.5 Carbon

May 2017 · Matt Phillips

Pivot’s latest is a 140mm rear, 160mm front, 27.5-inch trail bike

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Carbon Fiber

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

FOX 36 Factory 27.5" 110QR

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX Float Factory DPS EVOL -or- $399 FOX Float X2 Factory Upgrade

Travel140mm

Bottom Bracket

PF92

Headset

Pivot Precision Sealed Cartridge

Stem

Phoenix Team Enduro/Trail

Handlebar

Phoenix Team Carbon 35mm - 760mm

Saddle

Phoenix WTB Vigo Team

Seatpost

FOX Transfer 125mm (S & M) 150mm (L & XL) // LEV Integra for XS

TypeDropper

Pedals

N/A

Grips

Phoenix Team Padloc

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XTR 11 Speed GS

Front Derailleur

N/A

Crank

Race Face Next SL - 175mm

Shifters

Shimano XTR 11 Speed

Cassette

Shimano XT M8000 11-46 11 Speed

Chain

Shimano

Chain Guide

N/A

Brakes

Shimano XTR Trail M9020

TypeShimano XTR Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano XTR Trail M9020

Wheels
Rims

Reynolds 27.5 x 36mm Carbon

Front Hub

Industry Nine

Rear Hub

Industry Nine

Tires

Maxxis Minion DHF WT 27.5" x 2.6" Front // Maxxis Rekon WT 27.5" x 2.6" Rear

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