Scott Spark RC SL - Black

Scott Spark RC: Carbon Engineering and Integrated Suspension for XC Racing

The Scott Spark RC represents the pinnacle of carbon engineering applied to modern cross-country bikes. This full suspension model was developed with direct input from the world’s top athletes, with the goal of creating a platform capable of excelling both uphill and downhill. The suspension design is based on a single-pivot layout, a solution that delivers a proven, specific kinematic with reduced unsprung mass. The use of a flex pivot on the seatstays makes it possible to keep the system lightweight without compromising suspension performance, a key factor for tackling the technical courses of contemporary XC racing.

TwinLoc Suspension System and Optimized Geometry

TwinLoc suspension is an exclusive Scott system that links the shock, fork, and frame through a remote lever mounted on the handlebar. This innovative system lets you choose between three operating modes—Descend, Traction Control, and Lockout—simultaneously adjusting the bike’s geometry, damping, and spring progression curve. Access to the shock is made easy by a cover in the bottom bracket area, simplifying adjustment of rebound, compression, and pressure. The Spark RC geometry was developed around 120 mm of travel front and rear, a strategic choice for handling increasingly technical race courses while maintaining a total weight of just 1870 g, shock included.

Carbon Frame and Racing Performance

The Spark RC frame incorporates a patented integrated suspension system that uses a patented internal linkage to compress the shock as the rear wheel moves. This technical solution makes it possible to maintain a very lightweight architecture without sacrificing suspension performance. The resulting XC race bike is the lightest on the market in its travel category, offering an optimal balance of stiffness, responsiveness, and impact absorption. High-quality carbon construction, paired with refined geometry and an advanced suspension system, positions the Spark RC as the benchmark solution for those seeking competitive performance in modern cross country.

Technical Features

• Frame: Spark RC HMX SL Carbon Gen5, adjustable head angle and fork lock, Ceramic Speed bearings, titanium hardware, Syncros Octopus cable integration system Gen2, BB92, UDH interface, 12x148mm with 55mm chainline, lightest 120mm frame 1427g (w/shock)
  
• Travel: Front: 120 mm, Rear: 120 mm
  
• Fork: RockShox SID Ultimate Flight Attendant, electronically controlled suspension, FA Race Day damper 3P, 15x110mm Maxle Stealth, tapered steerer, reb. adj., lockout
  
• Rear shock: RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate Flight Attendant, electronically controlled suspension, 3P Lockout-Pedal-Descend, Solo Air, Reb. Adj., Lockout, bearing hardware 20x8mm, 190X45mm
  
• remote lever: Automatic electronic suspension system, that listens to the rider and responds in real-time
  
• Rear derailleur: SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS Transmission 12 Speed, Wireless Electronic Shift System
  
• Shifter controls: SRAM AXS Rocker Pod Controller
  
• Crankset: SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS Transmission, carbon crankarm, Spider Powermeter, DUB, 55mm CL, 34T
  
• Chain guide: Spark RC Gen5 chainguide
  
• Bottom bracket: Ceramic Speed Alpha BSA
  
• Chain: SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission
  
• Rear cassette: SRAM XX SL Eagle XS-1299 Transmission, 10-52T
  
• Brakes: SRAM Motive Ultimate 4-Piston
  
• Front rotor: SRAM CLX Centerline CL, 180mm
  
• Rear rotor: SRAM CLX Centerline CL, 160mm
  
• Grips: Syncros XC Lock-On, ready for Tubeless plug Kit Storage
  
• Handlebar: Syncros IC-M100-SL1 HMX SL Carbon, -10° angle, back sweep 7°, 740mm
  
• Seatpost: Rock Shox Reverb AXS, 31.6mm
  
• Saddle: Syncros Celista Cut Out, Carbon Rails
  
• Headset: Syncros - Acros angle adjust +-0.5°, fork lock & cable routing Gen2 system, stainless bearings, IS52
  
• Wheels: Syncros Silverton CF1, F: 15x110mm, R: 12x148mm Boost, CL, Ratchet Freewheel, Carbon Rim 30mm Tubeless ready & Carbon Spokes 24H, XD Driver
  
• Front tire: Maxxis Aspen 29x2.4", Race Edition, 120TPI Foldable Bead, Maxxspeed, tubeless ready
  
• Rear tire: Maxxis Aspen 29x2.4", Race Edition, 120TPI Foldable Bead, Maxxspeed, tubeless ready
  
• Extras: Syncros Save the Day kit IS-M100, Syncros Tool & Tubeless Handlebar kit, SRAM AXS Powerpack
  
• Accessories: Milkit Sealant, Transport Axle
  
• Weight in kg (approx.): 9.9 Tubless, without save the day kit
  
• Weight in lbs (approx.): 21.83 Tubless, without save the day kit
  
• Total weight: 130kg
  
• The total weight includes the bike, the rider, the equipment and potentially additional luggage.
• Color: Glossy/matte black.

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