Titan-Matt / Black

SHIMANO Alivio, disc hydraulic (7"/6" rotors)

SHIMANO Deore, 34 teeth, 170/175 mm cranks

ROCK SHOX Recon Silver RL Remote 29, air, remote lock out, 15 mm thru axle Boost, 1.5" tapered steerer (100 mm)

AUTHOR Helium 15 / Krypton Boost 12, 15 x 110 mm thru front axle, 12 x 148 mm thru rear axle, 32 holes

AUTHOR Flatbar, alloy, rise 0 mm, 700/720 mm

A carbon hardtail for sport-focused XC.
For riders looking for a fast and accessible XC bike.
The Author Modus is a carbon hardtail designed as the ideal entry into the world of modern XC bikes. Its lightweight AUTHOR High Modulus Toray T800 carbon frame delivers high stiffness and efficient power transfer, allowing the bike to respond instantly to every pedal stroke and helping riders get the most out of their performance.
Control on varied terrain is handled by the Rock Shox Recon Silver RL 29 AIR air fork with remote lockout.
This allows the rider to easily adapt the bike’s behavior on the go – open for comfort over rough terrain, locked for maximum efficiency during climbs and fast sections.
The SHIMANO Deore 1x12 drivetrain provides a wide gear range, precise shifting and high reliability even during demanding rides. The result is a smooth, efficient and hassle-free riding experience.
The bike’s sporty character is enhanced by VITTORIA Barzo 29x2.25 tires, offering an excellent balance of speed and traction across various surfaces.
The build is completed with AUTHOR Helium TRC 29 tubeless-ready rims, allowing for a tubeless setup, reducing rotational weight and improving handling in terrain.
The Author Modus is the ideal choice for riders entering the world of carbon XC bikes, offering a lightweight, fast and accessible hardtail ready for sport riding and everyday off-road adventures.
Technical specifications for sport-focused XC
AUTHOR High Modulus Toray T800 carbon frame – low weight and high stiffness
Rock Shox Recon Silver RL 29 AIR air fork – remote lockout for maximum efficiency
SHIMANO Deore 1x12 drivetrain – wide gear range and precise shifting
SHIMANO BR-MT410 hydraulic disc brakes – reliable braking performance
VITTORIA Barzo 29x2.25 tires – fast-rolling XC tires with excellent traction
AUTHOR Helium TRC 29 tubeless-ready rims – ready for tubeless setup

Gewicht	12,0 kg
Kader	Carbon
Oponthoud	Harde staart, 100mm
Vork	RockShox Recon Silver RL
Wielen	29″ Aluminium
Aandrijflijn	1 × 12
Groepset	Deore
Remmen	Shimano Alivio Hydraulische schijf

Kader	AUTHOR carbon Toray T800 monocoque 29" kleur: Titan-Matt / Black
Vork	ROCK SHOX Recon Silver RL Remote 29, air, remote lock out, 15 mm thru axle Boost, 1.5" tapered steerer (100 mm) Reis: 100mm Lentetype: lucht
Stang	AUTHOR alloy
Stuur	AUTHOR Flatbar, alloy, rise 0 mm, 700/720 mm
Zadel	AUTHOR Navigator CR
Zadelpen	AUTHOR alloy (31.6) Type: Onbuigzaam

Achter derailleur	SHIMANO Deore
Zwengel	SHIMANO Deore, 34 teeth, 170/175 mm cranks
Verstellers	SHIMANO Deore (12)
Cassette	SHIMANO CS-M6100-12, 10-51 teeth (12)
Ketting	KMC X12
Remmen	SHIMANO Alivio, disc hydraulic (7"/6" rotors) Type: Shimano Alivio Hydraulische schijf

Velgen	AUTHOR Helium 29 TRC, 32 holes
Spaken	black stainless steel 2.0 mm
Voornaaf	AUTHOR Helium 15 / Krypton Boost 12, 15 x 110 mm thru front axle, 12 x 148 mm thru rear axle, 32 holes
Achternaaf	AUTHOR Helium 15 / Krypton Boost 12, 15 x 110 mm thru front axle, 12 x 148 mm thru rear axle, 32 holes
Banden	VITTORIA Barzo, foldable, 29" x 2.25"

2026 AuthorModus

2026 Author
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