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Enduro EVO 650b
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension downhill bike with high-end components.
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| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 180 / 180mm |
| Fork | X-Fusion METRIC |
| Shock | Fox Van Performance |
| Wheels | 27.5″ |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | X1, X9 |
| Brakes | Avid Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'7"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'2"
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Summary
The Specialized Enduro is celebrated for its versatility across both climbing and descending, with reviewers highlighting its agile geometry, supple suspension, and the choice between 650b and 29er wheel sizes. Its design philosophy aims to blend the acceleration of a light trail bike with the rough terrain capability of a mini-DH bike. While praised for its performance, some critiques include the weight of aluminum frames and the preference for different dropper post options.
Agile geometry and supple suspension performance
Choice between 650b and 29er wheel sizes for varied riding preferences
Blends acceleration of a light trail bike with rough terrain capability
Improved rollover over 26-inch wheels
Top-notch spec and reliable components
Aluminum frames considered heavy by some
Preference for infinite-dropper post over three-position Command Post
650b version may slouch in travel during climbs
"The 29er has the shortest rear end out there, shreds corners and eats rocks and roots alive."
BIKE Magazine"Bigger is better – with 650b and 29 options the rider can choose how big is right for them."
BIKE Magazine"Specialized’s Enduro 29 is proof that long travel 29ers really can work"
BikeRadar"The Enduro Elite is a very capable descender"
BikeRadar"What a bike! The Specialized Enduro 650b impresses with fantastic suspension performance and outstanding handling."
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Oct 2016 · Wil Barrett
Is the Specialized Enduro 29 a long-legged trail bike? Or a burly enduro machine? Barney investigates in his review of the Expert Carbon
Aug 2016 · Matt Phillips
The Big E is bigger and badder than ever
Aug 2016 · Ian Collins
[ad3] Last week Specialized brought us up to the Sunshine Coast in Canada for an exclusive first ride on their new 2017 Enduro. Our first day was chock full of laps at the pristine trails at Coast Gravity Park. Our second day was spent on some of the local natural terrain offerings which consisted of a variety of mixed singletrack. We rode the top level, 27.5″ wheeled S-Works Carbon during both days. We took off from Vancouver airport and landed at the Painted Boat Resort via float plane. Nestled in Madeira Park, BC it’s in a beautiful part of the sunshine coast and
Apr 2016 · Alan Muldoon
The Specialized Enduro Expert carbon 650b boasts amazing suspension thanks to Ohlins but is unfortunately let down by limited sizing.
Bomber-solid package with amazing suspension
XC stem and limited size range
Sep 2015 · Jann Eberharter
May 2015 · Guy Kesteven
A superb aggro trail bike with outstanding responsiveness and suspension control, but only if it fits
Mar 2015 · MBA Action
Dream Machine that Prefers to Descend
Feb 2015 · Christoph Bayer
This year the American bike brand Specialized was not represented at Eurobike for the first time, and instead presented its new products before the show. Amongst them was the brand new Enduro 650b, which replaces the successful 26″ model. S-Works models have one thing in common at Specialized: they represent the peak of the relevant […]
| Frame | M5 aluminum, 650b EVO geometry, tapered headtube, PF30 BB, ISCG ‘05 mount, internal Command Post IR routing, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 180mm travel BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Custom X-Fusion Metric Air R, 650b, air spring, tapered steerer, rebound adj. 20mm thru-axle, 180mm travel Travel: 180mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Custom FOX VAN R, 650b EVO tune, coil w/ piggy back, rebound adj. 8.75x2.5"", S: 450, M: 500, L: 550 Travel: 180mm Spring Type: Coil |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM, PF30, OS press-in bearings, sealed cartridge |
| Headset | 1-1/8 and 1-1/2"" threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2"" lower, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | SRAM Hussefelt, 1-1/8 steerer clamp |
| Handlebar | Specialized Demo, low rise, 6061 alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Henge Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Specialized alloy, single bolt, 30.9mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Resin test ride, w/ toe clips, CEN std. |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, Others: XL |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X9 Type 2, 10-speed, mid cage |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM X1 1000, X SYNC ring, PF30, 32T, 94mm BCD spider |
| Shifters | SRAM X7, 10-speed, w/ MatchMaker clamp |
| Cassette | SRAM PG 1030, 10-speed, 11-36 |
| Chain | SRAM PC 1031, 10-speed, w/ PowerLink, nickel finish |
| Brakes | Front: Avid DB3, hydraulic disc, steel-backed metallic pads, 200mm Centerline rotor, Rear: Avid DB3, hydraulic disc, steel-backed metallic pads, 180mm Centerline rotor Type: Avid Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Avid DB3, w/ reach adjust |
| Spokes | Stainless, 14g |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Specialized Hi Lo disc, sealed cartridge bearings, 20mm thru-axle, 36h |
| Rear Hub | Specialized Hi Lo disc, 4 sealed cartridge bearings, 12mm thru-axle, 36h |
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Last updated July 9
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