FAB.4
FAB.4

Let's rock the trails!
The FAB.4 redefines the ultimate enduro experience for demanding trails, technically challenging root passages and endless uphills. Inspired by the famous 4er Trail in Latsch/South Tyrol, the FAB.4 sets new standards in performance in close cooperation with our experienced trail guides.

  • Frame material: aluminum 6061-T6 MAXX Custom tubing, 2-ply powder coated / light, strong and shock resistant - ideal for enduro use.
  • Revised Geometry: 
    • Forward oriented enduro geometry
    • Optimally tuned for technical trails and superior uphill performance
    • A steering angle of 65° ensures more safety on steep descents
    • A steeper seat angle of 77° provides improved power transfer when riding uphill
    • Shorter chainstays of 448 mm for more agility
    • Longer reach and flatter stack place you centrally above the bike
  • Precise tracking due to stiffer rear triangle
  • Improved kinematics for more traction on rocky and rough descents
  • 29 ° wheel size - Better rolling behavior, more quietness and more stable driving behavior
  • Suspension travel: 170 mm front and 160 mm rear
  • All lines are "intube" - starting from Acros ICS headset

All these changes and many other small details make the FAB.4 the fastest in its class: Let's ROCK!

FRAME DATA

Frame size:NoSMLXLXXL
Recommended height, cm 164-174172-181179-188186-196194-208
rider weight, kg 110110110110110
permissible total weight, kg 130130130130130
Construction dim.
Seat Tube, mm1380420460500540
Top Tube (horizontal, C to C), mm2575603625.5656691
Steerer Tube Angle ° (w/o sag)36565656565
Seat Tube Angle ° (effective)47777777777
Steerer Tube, mm5100112.5125150175
Chain Stay, mm6448448448448448
Wheel Base, mm712081238126312991340
BB Height/ Drop, mm (standard tires)9350/25350/25350/25350/25350/25
Travel Rear Wheel, mm10160160160160160
Travel Front Wheel, mm11170170170170170
StackS629641652675697
ReachR430455475500530
Frame size:
Recommended height, cm
rider weight, kg
permissible total weight, kg
164-174
110
130
172-181
110
130
179-188
110
130
186-196
110
130
194-208
110
130
Konstruktionsmaße
1Seat Tube, mm380420460500540
2Top Tube (horizontal, C to C), mm575603625.5656691
3Steerer Tube Angle ° (w/o sag)6565656565
4Seat Tube Angle ° (effective)7777777777
5Steerer Tube, mm100112.5125150175
6Chain Stay, mm448448448448448
7Wheel Base, mm12081238126312991340
9BB Height/ Drop, mm (standard tires)350/25350/25350/25350/25350/25
10Travel Rear Wheel, mm160160160160160
11Travel Front Wheel, mm170170170170170
SStack629641652675697
RReach430455475500530

CLASS SPECIFICATION

Transmission: XT/SLX 1x12
Cassette
x Shimano SLX CS-M7100 12-speed 10-51 Z Micro Spline
Chain
x Shimano SLX 12-speed CN-M7100
Crankset
x Shimano XT FC-M8100 1X12, 30T, Boost 170 mm
Pedal
x MAXX Flat Alu
Shift lever
x Shimano SLX SL-7100, right, 12-speed clamp
rear derailleur
x Shimano XT 1X12-sp Shadow Plus RD-M8100 SGS
Brakes
Brake set
x Shimano BR-M6120 4-piston disc 203/180 mm
Ergonomic
Grip
x MAXX Race Grip Lock-On
Handlebar
x e*thirteen Base, 35mm Ø, 800mm Width, 20mm Rise, 9°
Saddle
x Ergon SMC10, 149mm, black
Seatpost
x MAXX Premium rigid, 31.6x350mm
Spacer
x Steerer Spacer Alu 10mm
Stem
x e*thirteen Base 0°, 40mm, Ø35mm
Chassis
rear shock
x Rockshox Deluxe Select Plus TR 205x65
Fork
x RockShox Sus. Fork ZEB Select, 170mm, 29", black
Headset
x Acros Block-Lock 150°, ZS56/28.6 | ZS56/40, ICR
Wheel
Wheel
x (Rear) Miché XM-H550 MS/Newmen Perf. 30 Strong, 28/29" 32H
Wheel
x (Front) Miché XM-H550/ Newmen Perf. 30 Strong, 28/29", 32H
Tube
x Schwalbe SV 19, 40/62-584/635, 40mm
Extras
Accessories
x MAXX Bottle Cage Nylon, black

The geometry:

A steering angle of 65° ensures more safety on steep descents:

The FAB.4 shows its strengths especially on rough descents. Thanks to the flat 65° steering angle, even steep downhill sections are no problem. The bike stays on track and prevents descending over the handlebars.

A steeper seat angle of 77° ensures improved power transmission when riding uphill:

Compared to the previous model, the seat angle has become 8° steeper. This means you sit much more directly above the bottom bracket and can transfer all the power of your legs to the pedal. A steep ramp or longer uphill sections won't stop you, and you'll get to the next trail entry without much effort.

Shorter chainstays of 448 mm for more agility:

With the FAB.4 we have succeeded in creating a bike that can not only go fast downhill. By shortening the chainstays to 448 mm, we have managed to make the FAB.4 fast for long flow trails, while still maintaining the agility for blocky and difficult trails. This gives you the perfect compromise for any enduro trail.

A longer reach and a flatter stack place you centrally above the bike:

Perfect balance on the bike is crucial for an Enduro to master difficult trails and downhill sections. At the same time, it helps you to shift your weight to the front wheel on steep uphill sections and to prevent the front wheel from lifting off.

"...The slack 65-degree head angle, the large 29-inch wheels, and the moderately chosen rear triangle length of 448 millimeters give the Maxx a smooth, stable, and solid riding experience..." - the conclusion of the test editorial team.

Magazine "World of MTB", Edition 01/2024

Photos @world of mtb - Andreas Meyer

 

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