The Ibis team and their latest creation
The Ibis Mojo Mojo SL-R is indeed the new Ibis bike for 2011. It is a 140mm travel all mountain bike that incorporates all the latest technologies and standards. No, it's not a 29er or 650b and yes, it is another 140mm bike in the Ibis line-up. So while it's not the most ground breaking new product intro around, it really is a a very good evolution of the Ibis Mojo line.
Here's why:
Very Stiff - This frame incorporates all that was learned with the Mojo HD frame. It shares the downtube of the HD and is overall 80-90% as stiff as the HD.
Real Light - Large frames are coming out at 4.95 lbs. New molding techniques are being used as Ibis has gone to a better manufacturer. The famous Ibis 'cross-brace' in the frame used to leave foam material in the production process. It is now completely hollow.
See more photos, videos and specs >>
Tapered Steer Tube - This simply is one of the greatest advancements in frames today as it adds noticeable front end stiffness while adding very little weight
Bb92 Bottom Bracket - great for molding, really light and stiff translating to better acceleration.
Direct mount front der - simpler, cleaner and is ideal for 2x10 or 3x10 setups.
142 mm maxle - HD is 135mm right now so this leapfrogs it and jumps to a new level of rear end stiffness.
HD cable routing - This is the cleanest version of Mojo cable routing.
Bigger chain stay plate - A little more chainsuck protection is one of the things learned from all the real-world experience out there.
Intro Video:
Integrated carbon brake post mounts - save weight with a cleaner design.
69 degree head angle with 140mm fork - This is a bit controversial as this head angle is unchanged from the Mojo SL. It seems they did not want to creep into HD territory. A frame this stiff and burly though seems to warrant a slightly slacker head angle. The good news is there's the new Cane Creek Angleset headset and the head angle can be adjusted all the way to 67.5 degrees.
Colors - 4 will be available with the cool new graphic treatment. White, Orange, Silver, Black.
So there it is. It is an evolution rather than a revolution. Ibis really has been meticulous about perfecting the Mojo design and they are very proud of their work. This design is proven and they're able to grow it from all their experience and design iterations. Everything learned is kept and they have been very careful to adapt all the key standards out there that will work well with this bike.
At media camp in Santa Cruz, CA, they really wowed us with the spec on this bike. They used Fox Factory Team forks and shocks that use ultra low friction Kashima stanctions. Then put on the latest Easton EC90x tubeless carbon wheels that weigh 1250 grams. Finally, Shimano 2x10 XTR drivetrains with anti-chain slap technology finished the package. This setup complements the SL-R perfectly and should be available from Ibis when purchasing a complete bike.
Price: $2499 for frame
Availability: June 2011
Specifications:
The Ibis Mojo Mojo SL-R is indeed the new Ibis bike for 2011. It is a 140mm travel all mountain bike that incorporates all the latest technologies and standards. No, it's not a 29er or 650b and yes, it is another 140mm bike in the Ibis line-up. So while it's not the most ground breaking new product intro around, it really is a a very good evolution of the Ibis Mojo line.
Here's why:
Very Stiff - This frame incorporates all that was learned with the Mojo HD frame. It shares the downtube of the HD and is overall 80-90% as stiff as the HD.
Real Light - Large frames are coming out at 4.95 lbs. New molding techniques are being used as Ibis has gone to a better manufacturer. The famous Ibis 'cross-brace' in the frame used to leave foam material in the production process. It is now completely hollow.
See more photos, videos and specs >>
Tapered Steer Tube - This simply is one of the greatest advancements in frames today as it adds noticeable front end stiffness while adding very little weight
Bb92 Bottom Bracket - great for molding, really light and stiff translating to better acceleration.
Direct mount front der - simpler, cleaner and is ideal for 2x10 or 3x10 setups.
142 mm maxle - HD is 135mm right now so this leapfrogs it and jumps to a new level of rear end stiffness.
HD cable routing - This is the cleanest version of Mojo cable routing.
Bigger chain stay plate - A little more chainsuck protection is one of the things learned from all the real-world experience out there.
Intro Video:
Integrated carbon brake post mounts - save weight with a cleaner design.
69 degree head angle with 140mm fork - This is a bit controversial as this head angle is unchanged from the Mojo SL. It seems they did not want to creep into HD territory. A frame this stiff and burly though seems to warrant a slightly slacker head angle. The good news is there's the new Cane Creek Angleset headset and the head angle can be adjusted all the way to 67.5 degrees.
Colors - 4 will be available with the cool new graphic treatment. White, Orange, Silver, Black.
So there it is. It is an evolution rather than a revolution. Ibis really has been meticulous about perfecting the Mojo design and they are very proud of their work. This design is proven and they're able to grow it from all their experience and design iterations. Everything learned is kept and they have been very careful to adapt all the key standards out there that will work well with this bike.
At media camp in Santa Cruz, CA, they really wowed us with the spec on this bike. They used Fox Factory Team forks and shocks that use ultra low friction Kashima stanctions. Then put on the latest Easton EC90x tubeless carbon wheels that weigh 1250 grams. Finally, Shimano 2x10 XTR drivetrains with anti-chain slap technology finished the package. This setup complements the SL-R perfectly and should be available from Ibis when purchasing a complete bike.
Price: $2499 for frame
Availability: June 2011
Specifications:
- 140mm rear wheel travel, dw-link suspension
- Carbon fiber monocoque frame and swingarm
- Kashima coated Fox Float RP23 with Adaptive Logic Boost Valve technology comes as standard equipment
- Tapered head tube, makes the bike feel very close in stiffness to a HD 140
- Cane Creek AngleSet compatible, so the head angle can go down to 67.5º
- Mojo HD style cable routing with new molded carbon cable stops and provisions for cable-actuated adjustable seat posts
- Compatible with the Mojo HD downtube cable rock guard
- The new direct mount front derailleur provides increased compatibility with 2 x 10 drivetrains
- BB92/Press GXP style integrated BB is lighter and stiffer and better for molding
- Carbon fiber post-mount rear brake mounts
- 142mm Maxle rear axle provides high axle stiffness with QR ease of wheel removal and installation
- The new chain suck plate has more coverage
- Geometry is unchanged from the Mojo SL but now has AngleSet compatibility for head angle adjustability
- Titanium fasteners abound
- Links interchangeable with Mojo SL links
- Best of all, target weight for the frame is sub 5 pounds (2250g) for a large matte clear with Kashima RP23
- Complete bike with XTR as shown in size large 22.4lbs