Megatower R
Build Kit & Specs
*Please note: we make every effort to ensure accuracy of spec information, but they are subject to change.
| Frame | |
|---|---|
| Material | |
| Features | |
| Suspension | |
| Fork | |
| Shock | |
| Drivetrain | |
| Rear Derailleur | |
| Shifter | |
| Crankset | |
| Cassette | |
| Chain | |
| Bottom Bracket | |
| Brakes | |
| Brakes | |
| Front Rotor | |
| Rear Rotor | |
| Cockpit | |
| Handlebars | |
| Stem | |
| Grips | |
| Headset | |
| Seatpost | |
| Saddle | |
| Wheels | |
| Front Rim | |
| Front Hub | |
| Front Tire | |
| Rear Rim | |
| Rear Hub | |
| Rear Tire | |
| Valves | |
| Ebike | |
| Battery | |
| Drive Unit | |
| Specs | |
| Headset | |
| Seat Post Diameter | |
| Seat Clamp Diameter | |
| Rear Brake Mount | |
| Bottom Bracket Shell | |
| Max Tire Clearance | |
| Max Chainring Size | |
| Water Bottle Mounts | |
| Shock Length | |
| Shock Stroke | |
| Shock Bushing Sizes | |
| Shock Bushing Sizes | |
| Shock Mounting Hardware Upper | |
| Shock Mounting Hardware Lower | |
| Fork Offset |
Megatower R
Sizing & Geometry
If you're on the cusp between the recommended height range of two sizes, the absolute best thing is to try to ride them both. At a minimum, check the stack/reach measurements on your current bike and compare it to the new model you are looking at to get an idea of a fit you are already comfortable with. If riding the bike is not an option, consider the following.
| s | m | l | xl | xxl | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Reach (Hi/Lo) | 430/427 | 455/452 | 475/472 | 495/492 | 520/517 |
| B. Stack (Hi/Lo) | 616/618 | 625/627 | 638/640 | 656/658 | 670/672 |
| C. Head Tube Angle (Hi/Lo) | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° |
| L. Seat Tube Length (Hi/Lo) | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
| F. Front Center (Hi/Lo) | 770 | 799 | 826 | 855 | 886 |
| H. BB Height (Hi/Lo) | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 |
| I. BB Drop (Hi/Lo) | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 |
| E. Wheelbase (Hi/Lo) | 1206 | 1236/1237 | 1266 | 1298 | 1333/1334 |
| G. Rear Center (Hi/Lo) | 436/437 | 437/438 | 440/441 | 443/444 | 447/448 |
| K. Head Tube Length (Hi/Lo) | 90 | 100 | 115 | 135 | 150 |
| M. Top Tube Length (Hi/Lo) | 570 | 594/595 | 613 | 637/638 | 666/667 |
| D. Seat Tube Angle (Hi/Lo) | 77.24°/77.0° | 77.42°/77.2° | 77.8°/77.5° | 77.8°/77.5° | 77.8°/77.5° |
| J. Standover Height (Hi/Lo) | 709/705 | 716/712 | 723/718 | 722/717 | 724/720 |
Megatower R
Setup & Support
Whether you’re the proud owner of a Megatower or are just digging deep into the details you’ll find it all here.
| Rider weight lbs | Rider weight kgs | Pressure | Rebound single |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 45 | 29 | 14 |
| 120 | 54 | 37 | 13 |
| 140 | 64 | 45 | 12 |
| 160 | 73 | 54 | 11 |
| 180 | 82 | 62 | 11 |
| 200 | 91 | 70 | 10 |
| 220 | 100 | 78 | 9 |
| Rider weight lbs | Rider weight kgs | Pressure | Sag | Rebound single |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 45 | 90 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 7 |
| 120 | 54 | 115 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 7 |
| 140 | 64 | 135 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 7 |
| 160 | 73 | 160 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 6 |
| 180 | 82 | 185 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 6 |
| 200 | 91 | 210 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 6 |
| 220 | 100 | 230 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 5 |
| 240 | 109 | 255 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 5 |
| 260 | 118 | 280 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 5 |
Megatower R
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Seriously. The Megatower’s big wheels, long travel, and tough carbon fiber chassis delivers the high-speed security traits of a downhill bike. Yet the relatively-steep seat tube angle and size-specific geo maintain the Mega’s mega pedaling ability—elevating its reputation as the perfect choice for big gravity rides and DH park laps.
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