2021 Scott
Spark 900 AXS
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
| MSRP | $6,499 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 27.8 lbs |
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 130mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 34 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | X01 Eagle AXS, GX Eagle |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
For This Bike
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
🐐 Estimated
- 5'7", size Sm, Just right
- 5'10", size MD, Just right
- 6'0", size LG, Just right
Jul 2022 · Jason_Schroeder
With an eye-catching integrated shock design, three-position suspension lockout, and 130mm fork, the Spark is a unique beast intended to conquer any trail.
May 2022
Which bike to pick out of the Scott Spark RC and the regular Spark? We go through the differences and similarities, and how we adapted our Spark 910 to turn it into one of the best race bikes we've ever tested. Get the lowdown in our Scott Spark RC review.
Ridiculously plush for an XC race bike
Outstanding descending control
Traction Control mode offers instantaneous climbing boost
Stealthy frame design hides shock from the elements
Adjustable geometry widens versatility
If you don't like suspension remotes, the Spark isn't for you
Headset cable routing adds maintenance frustration
Not the quietest bike
Not the lightest XC frame
Dec 2021 · Travis Engel
It's what's inside that counts
I mean, have you LOOKED at it?
Incredibly light for a trail bike
Impressively stiff chassis
Easier than you'd think to access rear shock
UDH derailleur hanger
Seriously, just LOOK at it!
Not as supportive as other 120mm bikes
Non-guided internal cable routing is noisy
Nov 2021 · Tom Marvin
Fast and furious, but can feel a bit like a coiled spring at times when you’re really hauling
Supremely smooth suspension over large and smooth hits
Picks up speed like nothing else
Up-to-date geometry with some adjustability
A bit of trail induced twang
If it pumped through terrain better, I’d be happier
Aug 2021 · Mike Kazimer
Mike Kazimer's been putting in the miles on the new Spark, which received a bold new re-design for 2022.
Excellent technical climber
Good geometry for all-around speed
Futuristic looks and room for two water bottles
Integrated bar / stem and headset cable routing makes it more difficult to customize setup
TwinLoc system creates a cluttered cockpit
Chainslap noise is loud in rougher terrain
Jul 2021 · Alec Levy-O'Brien
Erin Huck stunned crowds at the 2021 mountain bike national championships in Winter Park when she crossed the finish line more than two minutes clear of runner-up Alexis Skarda. Huck, a Scott-Shimano-Stans rider, is riding a 2021 Scott Spark 900 RC World Cup Contessa Signature equipped with plenty of goodies from brands such as Stages … Continued
Jun 2021
Riding the new Scott Spark 900 is apparently so much fun, it should be illegal (well, according to this entertaining video, anyway)...
Jun 2021 · Peter Walker
SCOTT introduce the all-new Spark 900 Tuned AXS 2022. For the upcoming season, the Swiss have redesigned the bike from the ground up and hidden the shock inside the frame. We've already had the chance to test SCOTT’s beefed-up XC racer for you.
Very low system weight and fast acceleration
Great integration and elegant look
Cool features such as the SRAM TireWiz and minitool integrated in the thru-axle
Long seat tube restricts the freedom of movement
Spec not suitable for harder trail riding
Puncture-prone XC tire on a trail bike doesn’t provide enough puncture protection
| Frame | Spark 3 Carbon / IMP Technology / HMF Main Frame BB92 / Alloy SL 6011 swingarm SW dropouts for Boost 12x148mm 2.6" tire compatible / TBC Trunnion box construction BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
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| Fork | FOX 34 Float Performance Elite Air FIT4 3-Modes with low Speed adj. / Kabolt 15x110mm axle 44mm offset / tapered steerer / Reb. Adj. / Lockout 130mm travel Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX NUDE EVOL Trunnion SCOTT custom w. travel / geo adj. 3 modes: Lockout-Traction Control-Descend DPS / Reb. Adj. / Travel 120-85-Lockout / 165X45mm Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB PF integrated / shell 41x92mm |
| Headset | Syncros Pro Drop in / Tapered 1.5"-1 1/8" Bearing diameter size 42mm and 52mm |
| Stem | Syncros FL1.5 / Alloy 2014 integrated Spacer & Top Cap / 31.8mm / 6° / 1 1/8" |
| Handlebar | Syncros Fraser 1.5 / Alloy 7050 D.B. T shape Flat / 9° / 760mm Syncros Pro lock-on grips |
| Saddle | Syncros Belcarra Regular 1.5 Titanium rails |
| Seatpost | FOX Transfer Performance Elite Dropper Post 31.6mm / S size 125mm / M, L & XLsize 150mm Type: Dropper |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle AXS / 12 Speed Wireless Electronic Shift System |
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| Crank | SRAM GX Eagle DUB Boost 32T |
| Shifters | SRAM Eagle AXS Controller |
| Cassette | SRAM XG1275 / 10-52 T |
| Chain | SRAM CN GX Eagle |
| Chain Guide | SCOTT custom |
| Brakes | Shimano XT M8100 Disc Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Syncros Silverton 1.0 CL F: 15x110mm, R: 12x148mm Boost 26mm Tubeless ready carbon rim 28H / XD Driver Syncros Axle w/Removable Lever with Tool |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Rekon / 2.4" / 120TPI Folding Bead Tubeless Ready / EXO 3C maxx Terra, Rear: Maxxis Rekon / 2.4" / 120TPI Folding Bead Tubeless Ready / EXO 3C maxx Terra |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT-MT800 CL / F&R 180mm |
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