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2021 Scott

Spark RC 900 World Cup

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

Manufacturer Price

$6,999
Weight23.8 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 100 / 110mm
ForkRockShox SID Select+
ShockRockShox
Wheels29″ Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetX01, X01 Eagle
BrakesSRAM Level TLM Hydraulic Disc
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Spark RC 900 World Cup
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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)

28 mph

Spark RC 900 World Cup

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"

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Rider Fit Notes
  • 6'0", size LG, Just right
  • 5'6", size MD, Just right
  • 5'10", size Md, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The Scott Spark is a lightweight, efficient cross-country bike known for its quick handling and climbing prowess. Its suspension system, featuring the Twinloc remote, offers versatility but can be tricky to set up. The bike's design is sleek and modern, with some models boasting custom components for weight savings.

Pros
  • Incredibly light for a trail bike

  • Quick handling and efficient climbing

  • Sleek, modern design with clean lines

  • Versatile suspension with Twinloc remote

  • High-quality carbon fiber frame

Cons
  • Suspension setup can be tricky

  • Non-guided internal cable routing is noisy

  • Requires regular use of Twinloc for optimal climbing

  • Integrated bar/stem limits customization

  • Not as supportive as other 120mm bikes

Key Quotes
This thing hides its gawl dern shock inside its gawl dern frame!
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Scott has aced the overall performance.
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The way it picks up speed is almost alarming – before you know it, you’re reaching for the punchy brakes to temper your speed.
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Fast, efficient and responsive, the new Scott Spark RC is an outstanding XC race bike.
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The new Spark is a tech climber's dream machine, with a blend of quickness and stability that makes it easy to pick apart those rocky and rooty puzzles.
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Vital MTB
2022 Scott Spark 910 Bike

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.

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Flow Mountain Bike
2022 Scott Spark RC Review | 6 upgrades to turn a Spark into a Spark RC race bike

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.

Highs
  • 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

Lows
  • 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

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Scott Spark 900 Tuned AXS – In our 2022 downcountry group test

Mar 2022 · Peter Walker

In our 2022 downcountry group test, we pitted the Scott Spark 900 Tuned AXS against the hottest bikes of the season. Want to know what the SCOTT is capable of and how it fared against the competition? Hit the link for the full review and a list with all other bikes.

Highs
  • Simple frame design, smart integration and clever detail solutions

  • Cool features such as the built-in mini tool and QUARK TyreWiz

  • Suspension generates excellent traction

Lows
  • Long seat tube restricts freedom of movement on the bike

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Pinkbike
Review: Scott Spark RC World Cup - 120mm Is The New XC

Mar 2022 · Sarah Moore

The Spark RC has more travel than you'd expect to find on a purebred XC race bike.

Highs
  • Excellent technical climber

  • One of the best descending purebred cross-country bikes around

  • Room for two water bottles

Lows
  • Not the easiest bike to work on for home mechanics

  • TwinLoc system won't be for everyone

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Beta
The Beta Tests: Scott Spark 900 Tuned

Dec 2021 · Travis Engel

It's what's inside that counts

Highs
  • 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!

Lows
  • Not as supportive as other 120mm bikes

  • Non-guided internal cable routing is noisy

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BikeRadar
Scott Spark 900 Tuned AXS review

Nov 2021 · Tom Marvin

Fast and furious, but can feel a bit like a coiled spring at times when you’re really hauling

Highs
  • Supremely smooth suspension over large and smooth hits

  • Picks up speed like nothing else

  • Up-to-date geometry with some adjustability

Lows
  • A bit of trail induced twang

  • If it pumped through terrain better, I’d be happier

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VeloNews
Gallery: Erin Huck’s Scott Spark 900 RC World Cup

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

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Bikerumor
Must Watch: Brendan Fairclough found guilty of possession of the new Scott Spark 900

Jun 2021 · Zach Overholt

Riding the new Scott Spark 900 is apparently so much fun, it should be illegal (well, according to this entertaining video, anyway)...

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Spark RC Carbon / IMP Technology / HMX 1x optimized / BB92 / Carbon SMC Link Carbon swingarm / SW dropouts for Boost 12x148mm TBC Trunnion Box Construction

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

RockShox SID Select+ RL3 Air custom Charger 3-Modes Damper 15x110mm Maxle Stealth / 44mm offset / Tapered steerer Lockout / Reb. Adj. / 110mm travel

Travel110mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

RockShox NUDE RL3 Trunnion SCOTT custom w. travel / geo adj. 3 modes: Lockout-Traction Control-Descend Reb. Adj./ Travel 100-70-Lockout / 165X40mm

Travel100mm

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

Handlebar

Syncros Fraser iC SL Carbon / 9° / 740mm / Syncros Pro lock-on grips

Saddle

Syncros Belcarra Regular 1.5 Titanium rails

Seatpost

Syncros Duncan 1.0 Carbon 10mm offset / 31.6x400mm

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM X01 / Eagle 12 Speed

Crank

SRAM X01 DUB Eagle Boost Carbon crankarm QF 168 / 32T

Shifters

SRAM X01 Eagle Trigger

Cassette

SRAM XG1275 / 10-52 T

Chain

SRAM CN X01 Eagle

Chain Guide

SCOTT custom

Brakes

SRAM Level TLM Disc / tool free reach adj

TypeSRAM Level TLM Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Syncros Silverton 1.0 6 Bolt F: 15x110mm, R: 12x148mm Boost 26mm Tubeless ready carbon rim 28H / XD Driver Syncros Axle w/Removable Lever with Tool

Tires

Front: Maxxis Rekon Race / 2.35" / 120TPI Folding Bead Tubeless Ready / EXO, Rear: Maxxis Rekon Race / 2.35" / 120TPI Folding Bead Tubeless Ready / EXO

Disc Rotors

SRAM Centerline 180/F and 160/R

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