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2019 Pivot

Mach 5.5 Carbon Pro XT/XTR

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

Manufacturer Price

$6,499
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 140 / 160mm
ForkFox Factory Float 36
ShockFox Float DPX2 Factory
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetXTR, XT
BrakesShimano XT Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Mach 5.5 Carbon Pro XT/XTR
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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 Pro XT/XTR

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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Mountain Bike Action
Pivot Cycles Mach 5.5 Is Now Available In Bass Blue

Nov 2019 · McCoy

It’s a bike that inspires you to climb while looking forward to the descents

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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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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

Mach 5.5 Carbon

Fork

Fox Factory 36 27.5", 44mm offset, FIT4 - 160mm

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Fox Factory Float DPX2

Travel140mm

Headset

Pivot Precision Sealed Cartridge

Stem

Phoenix Team Enduro/Trail - 45mm (XS, SM), 55mm (MD-XL)

Handlebar

Phoenix Team Low Rise Carbon - 760mm

Saddle

Phoenix WTB Pro Vigo

Seatpost

KS LEV 100mm (XS), KS LEV 125mm (SM), KS LEV 150mm (MD), Fox Transfer 150mm (LG,XL)

TypeDropper

Grips

Phoenix Team Padloc

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XTR GS 11-Speed

Crank

Race Face Aeffect SL 30t

Shifters

Shimano XT M8000 11-Speed

Cassette

Shimano XT M-8000 11-46t

Chain

Shimano HG700 11-Speed

Brakes

Shimano XT M8000

TypeShimano XT Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss M1700 w/ DT Swiss 350 hub, 35mm - 27.5"

Tires

Maxxis Minion 27.5" x 2.6" TR, EXOMaxxis Rekon 27.5" x 2.6" TR, EXO

Disc Rotors

Shimano XT CenterLock - 180mmShimano XT CenterLock - 180mm

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