JET 9 RDO - 3-STAR SHIMANO XT
A 27.5″ / 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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$5,400Weight | 28.8 lbs |
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Frame | Carbon |
Suspension | Full, 120 / 130mm |
Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 34 |
Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
Wheels | 27.5″ / 29″ Aluminum |
Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
Groupset | XT, Race Face |
Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
Seatpost | Dropper |
For This Bike
5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'5"
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Dec 2021 · Henry Quinney
The Niner Jet 9 is more focused on the down portion of 'downcountry' compared to some of the other bikes on test.
Sensibly specced for aggressive riding
Thrives on steeper trails
Hardtail like feeling suggests effieciency
Not as efficient as you would think
Lacks precision on flatter trails
Doesn't offer that much grip on the climbs
Jun 2021 · Tyler Benedict
The latest generation of Niner’s JET 9 RDO firmly cements its place among the best short travel trail bikes out there. It was evident from my first ride that they’d worked their magic again, and reinforced every ride thereafter. It’s more capable. It’s stiffer. And it feels more at home in its skin as a
May 2021 · Travis Engel
The new Niner JET 9 RDO takes natural steps forward in some elements of its design, but stands still in others.
All that Niner swagger
Smart cable management
Thoughtful touches like threaded BB, UDH hanger
Slack actual seat angle leads to inconsistent geo numbers
Not supportive under body input or pedaling load
May 2021
The third generation of Niner’s 120mm trail bike is fast and balanced.
May 2021 · Jason_Schroeder
As impressive on the climbs, as it is on the downhills, Niner's new JET makes a strong first impression.
CVA suspension design has a planted feel
Balanced reach to chainstay length as tested
FOX Suspension is supportive and ready for aggressive riding
Updated, descent-focused geometry still climbs incredibly well
Deore XT brake pad cooling fins rattle on caliper
Rear axle removable handle rattles
30-pound weight lessens snappy, XC bike characteristics
Mar 2018
Niner is offering new internal cable guides and fresh clean colors to make life easy and a little more colorful. - Mtbr.com
Jan 2018
Niner, a brand built on 29-inch wheels, goes plus size.
Frame | Niner RDO carbon fiber, CVA suspension, 120mm travel, aluminum linkage, Enduro Max pivot bearings, Full Sleeve internal cable routing BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Tire Clearance: 2.6" |
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Fork | FOX 34 FLOAT PERFORMANCE ELITE FIT4 EVOL, 3 POSITION W/ ADJ,, 130MM, 110X15MM, 44MM OFFSET Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
Shock | FOX FLOAT DPS PERFORMANCE EVOL 3 POSITION Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
Bottom Bracket | 73mm BSA Threaded BB |
Headset | NINER INTERNAL ZS SHIS DESCRIPTION ZS44/28.6|ZS56/40 |
Stem | RACE FACE AEFFECT R 40MM, 35MM CLAMP |
Handlebar | RACE FACE AEFFECT R 780MM WIDE, 20MM RISE, 35MM CLAMP |
Saddle | NINER CUSTOM TR WITH CR-MO RAILS, PRINTED NINER GRAPHIC |
Seatpost | KS LEV SI (XS/S-100MM, M/L/XL-150MM) Type: Dropper |
Grips | NINER GRRRIPS L/O TRAIL |
Rear Derailleur | SHIMANO XT M8100 SGS 12SP |
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Front Derailleur | N/A |
Crank | RACEFACE TURBINE 12SP, 32T |
Shifters | SHIMANO XT M8100 12SP I-SPEC EV |
Cassette | SHIMANO SLX M7100 12SP, 10-51T |
Chain | SHIMANO SLX M7100 W/ QUICKLINK |
Brakes | SHIMANO XT M8100, METAL PAD W/ FIN Type: Hydraulic Disc |
Brake Levers | SHIMANO XT M8100 |
Rims | Front: DT SWISS M1900 SPLINE 30, DT370 CENTERLOCK HUB 110X15MM FRONT, Rear: DT SWISS M1900 SPLINE 30, DT370 CENTERLOCK HUB 148X12MM REAR |
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Tires | Front: MAXXIS MINION DHF 3C/EXO/TR 2.5 WT FRONT, Rear: MAXXIS REKON 3C/EXO/TR 2.4 WT REAR |
Disc Rotors | 180/180MM SM-RT70 ROTORS |
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