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2017 Scott

Spark 700 Plus Tuned

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

Weight25.6 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 120 / 130mm
ForkFox Factory Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Performance
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetXX1, XX1 Eagle
BrakesSRAM Level Ultimate Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Spark 700 Plus Tuned
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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)

26 mph

Spark 700 Plus Tuned

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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Summary

The Scott Spark is a versatile cross-country bike that excels in both climbing and descending, with updated geometry and suspension that enhance its agility and stability. Its lightweight frame and efficient pedaling make it a top performer on climbs, while its capable handling and supportive suspension allow it to tackle technical terrain with confidence. The bike's TwinLoc suspension control system adds to its versatility, making it suitable for a wide range of riding styles.

Pros
  • Lightweight and efficient for climbing

  • Versatile and capable on descents

  • Updated geometry for improved handling

  • TwinLoc suspension control system

  • Supple and supportive suspension performance

Cons
  • Crowded cockpit with multiple controls

  • Limited dropper post travel on some models

  • Tyre pressure sensitivity affecting ride quality

Key Quotes
The bike was playful and fun, even bombing down lift-served flow trails—trails where I don’t normally choose to ride a cross-country race bike
Bicycling
We think of the new Spark as having the genetics of an XC-race bike, but the breeding of a trail bike.
BIKE Magazine logoBIKE Magazine
The Spark is for those who value flat-out climbing speed as much as full-gas singletracking and descending thrills.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
The combination of a slacker front end, short stays, and progressive suspension design that’s sensitive off the top, but supportive thereafter, results in a bike that punches far above its proverbial weight.
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Singletrack World
Review: The TwinLoc system on the 2018 Scott Spark RC 900 Team is this bike's secret weapon

Mar 2018 · Wil Barrett

In Issue #116 of Singletrack Magazine, Wil and the crew tested three new generation full suspension XC race bikes. Read on for the full review of the 2018 Scott Spark...

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Mountain Bike Action
Tested- Scott Spark RC 900 World Cup

Dec 2017 · MBA Action

Nino’s legs are not included

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Dirt Mountainbike
Scott Spark 700 Plus Tuned

Apr 2017 · Smurf

Plus wheels ignited

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
SCOTT Spark Plus 700 Tuned review

Mar 2017 · Christoph Bayer

SCOTT duly launched the SCOTT Spark Plus, a much more trail-orientated bike with more travel, plus-size tires, and ultimately the potential for more grins.

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BIKE Magazine
Review: Scott Spark 720 Plus

Mar 2017

The all-new Scott Spark 720 Plus is a much-welcomed makeover of Scott’s iconic XC whip.

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Flow Mountain Bike
Flow's First Bite: Scott Spark 900

Mar 2017

What’s the Spark model we’ve got on test? The Spark 900 we’ve got on test is a 120mm, 29” trail bike. With a dropper post and a beefy fork, it’s a world apart from the Spark RC 900 World Cup we recently tested. What’s the Scott Spark 900 all about? The 120mm trail bike hasn’t …

Highs
  • Well-thought out spec for the most part.

  • Lightweight.

  • Very supple rear suspension.

Lows
  • Tyres aren't great in dry conditions.

  • Narrow rims.

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Bicycling
First Ride: Scott Contessa Spark RC 700 and Contessa Spark 710 Plus

Dec 2016 · Berne Broudy

Scott is showing its commitment to female riders with a full range of women’s options in 2017

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BikeRadar
Scott Spark 700 Plus Tuned review

Dec 2016 · Jon Woodhouse

Versatile, flattering and fun; a true do-it-all trail bike tour de force. Buy if you have extremely deep pockets and want a hugely entertaining do-it-all trail bike

Highs
  • Ridiculously lightweight and capable mid-fat mile muncher that’s a whole bundle of fun

Lows
  • It’s a vast stack of cash, Plus rubber doesn’t love mud

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Spark Plus Carbon / IMP technology / HMX BB92 / Carbon SMC Link / Carbon Plus swingarm SW dropouts for Boost 148x12mm / custom Chainguide

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

FOX 34 Float Factory Air / Kashima FIT4 3-Modes with low speed adj. / 15x110mm QR axle tapered steerer / Reb. Adj. / Lockout / 130mm travel

Travel130mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX NUDE Trunnion SCOTT custom w. travel / geo adj. 3 modes: Lockout - Traction Control -Descend DPS / EVOL / Kashima / Reb. Adj. Travel 120 - 85 - Lockout / 165X45mm

Travel120mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM GXP PF integrated / shell 41x92mm

Headset

Syncros FL1.5 Drop in / Tapered 1.5" - 1 1/8" Ti bearing diameter size 42mm and 52mm

Stem

Syncros FL1.5 / Alloy 2014 integrated Spacer & Top Cup / 31.8mm / 6° / 1 1/8" Garmin mount

Handlebar

Syncros FL1.0 Carbon mini Riser 12mm rise / 9° / 760mm / Syncros Pro lock-on grips

Saddle

Syncros XM1.0 / Carbon rails

Seatpost

FOX Transfer Dropper Remote Kashima / 31.6mm / S size 100mm / M 125mm / L & XL 150mm

TypeDropper

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM XX1 / Eagle 12 Speed

Front Derailleur

SCOTT Chainguide

Crank

SRAM XX1 Eagle GXP Boost PF Carbon crankarm QF 168 / 32T

Shifters

SRAM XX1 Trigger

Cassette

SRAM XX1 / XG1299 / 10-50 T

Chain

SRAM PCXX1 Eagle

Brakes

SRAM Level Ultimate Disc 180mm F & R / Centerline CLX Rotor

TypeSRAM Level Ultimate Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Syncros TR1.5 Plus / 28H / 35mm Tubeless ready

Spokes

DT Swiss Aero Comp

Front Hub

Syncros TR1.5 Plus CL / 15x110mm made by DT Swiss

Rear Hub

Syncros TR1.5 CL / Boost 148x12mm RWS w/removable Lever / 36T Rachet System / XD made by DT Swiss

Tires

Maxxis Rekon / 2.80 x 27.5 / 120TPI Kevlar Bead EXO / TR Tubeless ready Front: 3C Maxx Terra / Rear: 3C Maxx Speed

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