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Genius 720
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
| Weight | 29.1 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 150mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 34 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | X1, GX |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The Scott Genius is a versatile enduro bike praised for its lightweight design, adaptable wheel sizes, and innovative TwinLoc suspension system. It offers a balanced ride with improved geometry and suspension performance, making it suitable for a variety of terrains. However, some reviews note issues with the TwinLoc remote placement and component choices.
Lightweight design
Adaptable wheel sizes with flip chip technology
Innovative TwinLoc suspension system
Improved geometry for better handling
Versatile performance across terrains
TwinLoc remote placement can be inconvenient
Some component choices may not suit all riders
Integrated cockpit lacks adjustability for some
29 or 27.5 plus: There are stock options with either size, but every Genius can switch between the two with the flip of a chip.
BIKE Magazine"The big tires boost confidence, providing extra traction on technical climbs and more forgiveness through jumbled lines."Bicycling
For a 150mm-travel bike, the 900 Tuned is seriously light (12.68kg, medium), and that’s noticeable as soon as you start turning the pedals.
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Dec 2018 · Christoph Bayer
A ride on the SCOTT Genius 900 Ultimate is extremely electrifying – not only because of the electronic suspension. We got it in test for you!
Looks super fancy
Tremendously efficient
XC riders will love it
Very low cockpit
Instils little confidence on steep descents
Tires lack grip
Oct 2018 · Rob Weaver
The back end feels supportive and progressive, matching the Fox 36 fork nicely to deliver an incredibly well-balanced feel, front to rear.
Aug 2018 · Gloria Liu
Big tires and better suspension blew us away on this women’s trail bike—and it’s not even the most expensive model
Jul 2018 · Wil Barrett
It’s now been six months since we first received the Scott Genius 900 Tuned longterm test bike. In that time, I’ve had plenty of opportunities to put it through its...
Apr 2018 · Danny Milner
The basis of the Scott Genius 720 layout comes from the Scott Spark, which means it gets an upside down shock, cradled in a Trunnion mount at the down tube.
Does everything very well
But lacks sparkle
Apr 2018 · McCoy
The Genius was launched back in 2004 when Scott saw the need to add a well-rounded trailbike to its lineup. Over the last 14 years the Genius has
Mar 2018
Scott's all-new Genius range packs 150mm of travel into a chassis with progressive geometry and your choice of 650b or 29er wheels, both shod with extra fat rubber. This Genius 920 sits near the top of the range, using a carbon front triangle paired with an alloy rear and 29" wheels. Overall, it's a hugely impressive long travel trail bike but this particular build has a few componentry bugbears.
Dec 2017
Flow Mountain Bike reviews the new 2018 Scott Contessa Genius 720. After a month of shredding, what do we think of this women's trail bike?
Looks brilliant.
Loads of grip.
Excellent mix of stability and playfulness.
Twin Loc / dropper lever arrangement is hard for small hands.
| Frame | Genius Carbon / IMP technology / HMF Mainframe BB92 / Alloy SL 6011 swingarm Virtual 4 Link Design 27.5 (2.6 & 2.8) and 29 (2.4 & 2.6) tire compatible with Geo -BB adj. SW dropouts for Boost 12x148mm TBC Trunnion box construction BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX 34 Float Performance Air Grip 3 / 3-Modes / 15x110mm QR axle / tapered steerer Reb. Adj. / Lockout / 150mm travel Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX NUDE EVOL Trunnion SCOTT custom w. travel / geo adj. 3 modes: Lockout - Traction Control -Descend DPS / Reb. Adj. Travel 150 - 100 - Lockout / 185X55mm Travel: 150mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM GXP PF integrated / shell 41x92mm |
| Headset | Syncros FL2.0 Press Fit E2 / Tapered 1.5" - 1 1/8" OD 50/62mm / ID 44/56mm |
| Stem | Syncros FL1.5 / Alloy 2014 integrated Spacer & Top Cup / 31.8mm / 6° / 1 1/8" |
| Handlebar | Syncros FL1.5 mini Riser / Alloy 7050D.B. 12mm rise / 9° / 760mm Syncros Pro lock-on grips |
| Saddle | Syncros XM2.0 / CRMO rails |
| Seatpost | FOX Transfer Dropper Remote 31.6mm / S size 100mm / M 125mm / L & XL 150mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None |
| Grips | Syncros Pro lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX / Eagle 12 Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SCOTT Chainguide |
| Crank | SRAM X1 1000 Eagle GXP Boost PF QF 168 / 32T |
| Shifters | SRAM GX Trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM GX / XG1275 / 10-50 T |
| Chain | SRAM CN GX Eagle |
| Chain Guide | Scott top guide |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX M7000 Disc 180mm F & R / SM-RT64 CL Rotor Type: Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano SLX M7000 Disc |
| Rims | Syncros TR2.5 CL F: 15x110mm, R: 12 x 148mm Boost 30mm Tubless ready rim 28H / XD |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Syncros TR2.5 CL wheelset |
| Front Hub | Syncros TR2.5 CL wheelset: 15x110mm front, 12x148mm Boost rear, XD driver |
| Rear Hub | Syncros TR2.5 CL wheelset: 15x110mm front, 12x148mm Boost rear, XD driver |
| Tires | 700 Series: Maxxis Rekon 2.80 x 27.5 120TPI Kevlar Bead / EXO / TR Tubeless ready Front: 3C Maxx Terra / Rear: 3C Maxx Speed 900 Series: Schwalbe Nobby Nic 2.6 x 29 EVO / Snake Skin / TL-Easy / Addix Speedgrip |
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