2020 Bianchi Methanol CV RS 9.2 Mountain Bike - Bianchi’s Methanol CV RS 9.2 Mountain Bike combines Shimano’s best mechanical groupset with FOX’s SC 32 Factory Kashima fork and DT Swiss XR1501 SPLINE 29" wheels, resulting in a cross country race weapon par excellence.

The carbon hardtail frame weighs an astonishing 940 grams (claimed, size 43), yet still features Bianchi’s Countervail layer in the layup which damps vibrations and therefore reduces fatigue and increases control.

The latest geometry is longer and slacker than previously, enabling it to take on the toughest race courses and trails at greater speed. Shimano’s XTR drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes sit at the pinnacle of their range, offering sublime performance and a low weight; ideal for anyone chasing a podium position or KOM.

29” wheels are essential on an XC bike as the larger wheel size rolls more easily over obstacles and carries speed better, so the DT Swiss XR1501 SPLINE wheels are a welcome addition to the build.

SPECIFICATION :
Frame : Bianchi Methanol CV RS 29” carbon HM monocoque with Countervail 1.5” tapered headtube, BB92, 1x drivetrain only, post mount 160mm, carbon dropout, 12x148mm Boost thru-axle, internal cable routing
Fork: FOX SC 32 29” Factory Kashima Remote, 100mm
Headset
FSA Orbit C40
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BB94-41A
Stem
FSA SL-K 3D Forged and CNC AL2014, 1 ⅛, +/-12°, 31.8mm
Handlebar
FSA SL-K flat AL606 with carbon wrap, 31.8mm, 700mm wide, 9° backsweep, 4° upsweep
Front Brake
Shimano XTR BR-M9100 hydraulic disc
Rear Brake
Shimano XTR BR-M9100 hydraulic disc
Brake Levers
Shimano XTR BR-M9100 hydraulic disc
Front Derailleur
N/A
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR RD-M9100 SGS Shadow 12-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR SL- M9100IR 12-speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-M9100-12, 12-speed, 10-51T
Crankset
Shimano XTR FC-M9100-1 34T
Front Wheel
DT Swiss XM1501 SPLINE 29" 25mm
Rear Wheel
DT Swiss XM1501 SPLINE 29" 25mm
Front Tyre
Kenda Booster Pro 29x2.2”, clincher
Rear Tyre
Kenda Booster Pro 29x2.2”, clincher
Saddle
Fizik Taiga
Seatpost
FSA SL-K SB0 UD carbon monocoque 27.2mm, 0mm setback
Accessories
Elite Corsa Team Replica waterbottle 550ml, Elite Paron Composite bottle cage