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2017 Scott

Spark RC 900 Pro

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with high-end components.

Weight24.0 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 100 / 100mm
ForkFox Performance Float 32
ShockFox Float DPS Performance
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetXT
BrakesShimano XT Hydraulic Disc
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Spark RC 900 Pro
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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)

25 mph

Spark RC 900 Pro

27 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"

🐐 Estimated

Rider Fit Notes
  • 6'1", size LG, Just right
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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MTBR
Nino Schurter’s custom Scott Spark RC 900

Sep 2018 · Mtbr

Besides the chance to claim rainbow jersey No. 7, winning in Lenzerheide would mean taking triumph on home soil, as the mountainous Swiss region has long been Nino Schurter’s primary training ground. - Mtbr.com

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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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MBR
Scott Spark RC 900 Team (2018) review - MBR

Mar 2018 · James Bracey

It doesn’t take long to realise that the Scott Spark RC 900 Team is one of the stand out XC race bikes. Trail bike geometry and efficient suspension.

Highs
  • Suspension options perfect for racing

Lows
  • Grip based lockout clamp limits grip choice

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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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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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Flow Mountain Bike
Tested: Scott Spark RC 900 World Cup

Feb 2017

Much like the Fed wouldn’t settle for a rubbish racquet, Nino Schurter wouldn’t rock up to the start line aboard anything but the best, so when Scott released an all new Spark frame last year, we sat up and paid attention. We covered the revisions to the frame, as well as the spec on the …

Highs
  • Lightweight, intelligent frame design.

  • Confident geometry.

  • Race ready.

Lows
  • Narrow rims.

  • Integrated Twin Loc remote limits grip choice.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Spark RC Carbon / IMP technology / HMX 1x optimized / BB92 /Carbon swingarm SW dropouts for Boost 148x12mm TBC Trunnion Box Construction / Custom Chainguide

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

Fork

FOX 32 SC Float Performance Air Grip 3 / 3-Modes / 15x110mm QR axle / tapered steerer Lockout / Reb. Adj. / 100mm travel

Travel100mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX NUDE Trunnion SCOTT custom w. travel / geo adj. 3 modes: Lockout - Traction Control -Descend DPS / Reb. Adj./ Travel 100 - 70 - Lockout / 165X40mm

Travel100mm

Bottom Bracket

Shimano SM-BB7141A / shell 41x92mm

Headset

Syncros FL2.0 Drop in / Tapered 1.5" - 1 1/8" bearing diameter size 42mm and 52mm

Stem

Syncros / 700 Series: FL1.5 +6° / 900 Series: XR1.5 -8° integrated Spacer & Top Cup / 2014 Alloy / 31.8mm / 1 1/8" Garmin mount

Handlebar

Syncros FL1.5 T-Bar / Alloy 7050 D.B. T shape Flat / 9° / 720mm Syncros Pro lock-on grips

Saddle

Syncros XR1.5 / Titanium rails

Seatpost

Syncros FL1.5 / 10mm offset 31.6 x 400mm

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT RD-M8000 SG DM / Shadow Plus / 11 Speed

Front Derailleur

SCOTT Chainguide

Crank

Shimano XT FC-M8000-B1 / Hollowtech 2 700 Series: 32T / 900 Series: 30T

Shifters

Shimano XT SL-M8000-I / Rapidfire Plus 2 way release / Ispec 2 clamp

Cassette

Shimano XT CS-M8000 / 11-46 T

Chain

Shimano CN-HG601-11

Brakes

Shimano XT M8000 Disc 180/F and 160/Rmm SM-RT64 CL Rotor

TypeShimano XT Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Syncros XR2.0 / 28H / Tubeless ready

Spokes

DT Swiss Competition 2.0-1.8-2.0 Black

Front Hub

Syncros XR2.0 CL / 15x110mm made by DT Swiss

Rear Hub

Syncros XR2.0 CL / Boost 148x12mm RWS w/Removable Lever made by DT Swiss

Tires

Schwalbe Rocket Ron EVO / 2.25 127EPI Kevlar Bead / Tubeless Easy PaceStar compound

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