Pivot Mach 4 SL Ride SLX/XT Mountain Bike

Why We Like The Pivot Mach 4 SL Ride SLX/XT Mountain Bike

Whether slaying local singletrack or powering through to the podium, the Pivot Mach 4 SL is a popular choice with the Herd when we need a reliable, lightning-fast cross-country bike. We love the Pivot Mach 4 SL for its ultralight frame, adjustable travel, and recent frame improvements that don´t lose sight of its race origins. Pushing the boundaries to make the Mach 4 SL more capable, Pivot elevated what a cross-country race bike could be and made various improvements to the bike´s geometry for an enhanced ride. A slacker head tube, steeper seat tube, and longer chainstays, reach, and wheelbase all aid the Mach 4 SL in being more capable and faster in the ever-evolving world of cross-country bikes. The Mach 4 SL also features a new rocker link with a flip chip for adjustable travel. Now equipped with 106mm of premium DW-Link suspension over the previous 100mm, the Mach 4 SL is more capable than ever and also gives us the option of changing to 115MM when we flip the chip in the shock link. With a 66.7-degree head tube angle and a longer reach and wheelbase, we are more composed and confident when descending steeper technical terrain. A steeper seat tube angle puts us in a more efficient climbing position to make short work of the technical climbs, and a lower standover height allows for longer dropper posts so riders of every size can get the perfect fit. The improved DW-Link suspension and redesigned rocker link bring us more travel, more efficient pedaling performance, and improved traction in various scenarios. Short and snappy chainstays, a lightweight frame, improved geometry, adjustable travel, and 29-inch wheels allow the Pivot Mach 4 SL to dominate the cross-country scene while still being able to compete when it´s time to ride more technical trails.

The Ride SLX/XT build of the Pivot Mach 4 SL is race-ready and has quality components that won´t break the bank. First up, all builds of the Mach 4 SL received a revised frame that not only included multiple geometry improvements but saw a significantly reduced weight while still maintaining the same stiffness and strength expected from Pivot´s frames. Next, a mixed Shimano´s XT and SLX drivetrain provides reliable shifting that sports incredible value for the build, giving us a wide-range drivetrain known for its precision. DT Swiss X1900 wheels paired with the DT Swiss 370 hubs give us a quality wheelset that will make us feel confident as we pick apart technical singletrack. A Fox performance 34 StepCast fork with 120mm of travel is lightweight, has compression and rebound adjustments and helps smooth the trail. Rounding this build off, the new Fox Performance Float rear shock gives adjustable suspension performance and ground-gripping traction, and a SRAM TwistLoc, handlebar-mounted remote lockout allows us to stiffen up our rear end for climbing efficiency.

*Due to a high demand in the global supply chain and bike industry since the start of the pandemic, material weight and exact components are subject to change. We are working diligently to keep tech specs updated, and any adjustments will be of equal or better spec level. If you have any questions, reach out to a Gearhead by chatting online or calling 1-888-276-7130.

Heads up - We do our best to keep bike specs and images current, but occasional component changes can happen without warning-and sometimes the photos might not show the exact build you´ll receive. If you want to double-check the details, our Gearheads are always here to help.

Details

• Lightweight and versatile cross-country bike with improved capability
• Carbon fiber frame with reduced weight and improved geometry
• 106mm of DW-Link suspension flip chip in shock link for adjustable travel
• SLX/XT drivetrain gives us reliable, precise shifting at a great value
• Reynolds Blacklabel 309/289 XC carbon rims are top-tier and lightweight
• Fox Performance Float rear shock with SRAM TwistLoc for efficiency
• Fox Performance Step-Cast 34 120mm fork is lightweight and race-ready
• Item #PIV1X0D

Tech Specs

Frame Material

carbon fiber

Suspension

DW-Link

Rear Shock

Fox Performance Float

Rear Travel

106mm, 115mm

Fork

Fox Performance Stepcast 34 29in, 44mm offset, GRIP

Front Travel

120mm

Headset

Pivot Precision Sealed Integrated Cartridge

Shifters

Shimano SLX M7100 ISPEC EV, 12-Speed

Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT M8100 SGS, 12-Speed

ISCG Tabs

ISCG-05

Crankset

Race Face Ride

Chainring Sizes

32t

Crank Arm Length

[x-small, small] 170mm, [medium, large, x-large] 175mm

Bottom Bracket

Shimano SM-BB92

Cassette

Shimano SLX M7100, 12-Speed

Cassette Range

10-51t

Chain

Shimano CN-M7100, 12-Speed

Brakeset

Shimano SLX M7100

Brake Type

2-piston

Rotors

[front, rear] Shimano SLX 6-bolt, 160mm

Handlebar

Phoenix Race Low Rise, Aluminum

Handlebar Width

780mm

Grips

Phoenix Factory Lock-On

Stem

Phoenix Team XC/Trail

Stem Length

60mm

Saddle

Phoenix WTB Race Volt

Seatpost

Fox Transfer Performance Elite

Seatpost Travel

[x-small, small) 125mm, (medium, large) 150mm, [x-large] 175mm

Wheelset

[front, rear] DT Swiss X1900, 25mm, 29in

Hubs

[front, rear] DT Swiss 370 hub

Front Axle

15 x 110mm Boost

Rear Axle

12 x 148mm Boost

Tire Clearance

[rear] 2.4in

Tires

[front, rear] Maxxis Ardent Race TR, EXO, 120 TPI

Tire Size

[front, rear] 29in x 2.2in

Pedals

not included

Extras

downtube protector, chainstay protector, flip chip, 2 water bottle mounts

Claimed Weight

[frame, size small, w/o shock] 3lb 10.55oz (1660g)

Activity

cross-country

Manufacturer Warranty

[frames, linkage bearings] lifetime (bike must be registered no later than 30 days after date of purchase or by April 1, 2025, whichever is later), [paint, coating, finish, decals] limited 1-year, [Phoenix-branded components] limited 5-year