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2017 Scott

Spark 760

A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.

Weight30.0 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 120 / 120mm
ForkRockShox Recon Silver RL
ShockX-Fusion
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetSLX, Deore
BrakesShimano Hydraulic Disc
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Terrain
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Handling
nimblestable
Spark 760
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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)

27 mph

Spark 760

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'7"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'9" – 6'2"

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Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'9", size LG, Fits large
Reviews

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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BikeRadar
Scott Spark 945 review

Nov 2017 · Guy Kesteven

Unique suspension and great frame create an outstandingly rapid climb-smashing all-rounder. Buy if you like your bikes light, balanced and full of power

Highs
  • Impressively light but precisely stiff frame with sorted geometry, unique remote control suspension, trail-proof yet fast spec suits the bike superbly

Lows
  • Crowded bar and taut suspension feel won’t suit all, press-fit bottom brackets can wear fast

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
SCOTT Contessa Spark 710 Plus Review – One to Beat Them All

Oct 2017 · Antonia Buckenlei

SCOTT claim to have created exactly this, lauding the SCOTT Contessa Spark Plus as able to excel at pedalling efficiency as well as sublime descending.

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MTBR
Scott Spark 900 review

Sep 2017 · Jason Sumner

If you like riding mountain bikes uphill and downhill with equal precision and efficiency, the Scott Spark is a serious no-compromise option. - Mtbr.com

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BIKE Magazine
Review: Scott Spark 900

Jul 2017

The Scott Spark 900 loves to rack up long, fast miles on technical trails.

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MTB Mag
[Tested] Scott Spark 900 Premium

May 2017 · Marco Toniolo

[ad3] Scott completely redesigned the Spark and launched it last summer. After a short test of the Plus version, now it’s time for our review of the 29er with 120mm of front and rear travel. The Premium model is entirely equipped with mechanical Shimano XTR. Scott Spark 900 Premium highlights Frame: full carbon Wheels format: 29” Adjustable geometry: no Rear/front travel: 120/120 mm Compatibility with 650+ format: no Rear Boost: yes Fork Boost: yes Metric shock: yes (165mm of interaxis and 45mm of travel) Tubeless ready rims and tires: yes Transmission: 12×11 (front 34×24, 11-40 cassette) Derailleur mount: yes Bottle

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Dirt Mountainbike
Scott Spark 700 Plus Tuned

Apr 2017 · Smurf

Plus wheels ignited

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Spark 3 Alloy SL 6011 custom butted Hydroformed tubes tapered Headtube / BB92 dropouts for 141x5mm

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

Rock Shox Recon Silver RL Solo Air 15x100mm QR axle / Tapered Steerer Reb. Adj. / Lockout / 120mm travel

Travel120mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

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

Travel120mm

Bottom Bracket

Shimano BB-MT500-PA / shell 41x89.5mm

Headset

Syncros OE Press Fit / Tapered 1.5" - 1 1/8" OD 50/61mm / ID 44/55mm

Stem

Syncros 6061 Alloy oversize 31.8mm / 1 1/8" / 6° angle

Handlebar

Syncros T-Bar / Alloy 6061 T shape Flat / 9° / 740mm

Saddle

Syncros XR2.5

Seatpost

Syncros / 31.6x400mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

Wellgo M-21

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano SLX RD-M7000-10 SGS Shadow Type / 20 Speed

Front Derailleur

Shimano Deore FD-M617-D / / side swing

Crank

Shimano FC-M627-B2 / 2-piece Design 36x22 T

Shifters

Shimano Deore SL-M610 / Rapidfire Plus 2 way releasew/gear indicator

Cassette

Shimano CS-HG50-10 / 11-36 T

Chain

KMC X10

Brakes

Shimano M365 Disc 180mm F & R / SM-RT30 CL Rotor

TypeShimano Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Syncros X-23 / 32H / Tubeless ready

Spokes

Stainless Black 15G / 1.8mm

Front Hub

Formula CL71 / 15x100mm

Rear Hub

Formula CT1702 / 141x5mm

Tires

Maxxis Forekaster / 2.35 / 60TPI

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