Megatower
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A downhill bike that goes everywhere
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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Key Features:
| Available in: | Carbon CC |
| Wheel Size: | 29 |
| Front Travel: | 170mm |
| Rear Travel: | 165mm |
Design Details
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Glovebox
Place everything you need for a ride beneath the reassuringly high-quality latch and panel in the downtube, including your driving gloves. The Glovebox also comes with a Tool Wallet and Tube Purse, two refined pouches for keeping your essentials close to hand.
Full carbon CC frame
Carbon CC frames use the very best materials and production processes available, are made in our own factory, and have a lifetime warranty.
Steeper seat tube angle
The steep seat tube angle puts you in the right place to scale the steepest pitches to get to the wildest descents. Even better, it gets progressively steeper as the sizes get larger so everyone sits in the right spot.
165mm of VPP™ travel
A relatively-low leverage ratio not only makes setup easier but delivers a more damped, controlled feel across the travel range.
Coil and water compatibility
Even with a lower-link flip chip and the option to run large-body shocks, like a coil, you’re still able to fit a water bottle inside the front triangle.
Longer travel?
165mm of travel comes standard, but if you choose to run a shock with a longer, 65mm stroke, you can bump it up to 170mm.
Details matter
The frame details are completed with a neat mud flap that protects the rear shock, a rubberized downtube protector that shrugs off strikes, and tidy cable routing within the frame and swingarm.
Proportional geo
The Megatower's chainstay length is matched to the frame size so every rider, no matter their height, gets the same balanced geometry.
Full size range
From size small to XXL, no one misses out on the Megatower.
X0 AXS
33.67 lbs / 15.27 kg | X0 AXS RSV
33.57 lbs / 15.23 kg | X0 AXS Coil
35.27 lbs / 16 kg | X0 AXS RSV Coil
35.17 lbs / 15.96 kg | XX AXS RSV
33.17 lbs / 15.05 kg | Frame
7.17 lbs / 3.25 kg |
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Material | Material | Material | Material | Material | Material | ||
Federweg | Federweg | Federweg | Federweg | Federweg | Federweg | ||
Laufrad Größe | Laufrad Größe | Laufrad Größe | Laufrad Größe | Laufrad Größe | Laufrad Größe | ||
Rear Shock | Rear Shock | Rear Shock | Rear Shock | Rear Shock | Rear Shock | ||
Gabel | Gabel | Gabel | Gabel | Gabel | Gabel | ||
Schaltwerk | Schaltwerk | Schaltwerk | Schaltwerk | Schaltwerk | Schaltwerk | ||
Right Shifter | Right Shifter | Right Shifter | Right Shifter | Right Shifter | Right Shifter | ||
Kassette | Kassette | Kassette | Kassette | Kassette | Kassette | ||
Kette | Kette | Kette | Kette | Kette | Kette | ||
Kettenführung | Kettenführung | Kettenführung | Kettenführung | Kettenführung | Kettenführung | ||
Tretlager | Tretlager | Tretlager | Tretlager | Tretlager | Tretlager | ||
Steuersatzlager | Steuersatzlager | Steuersatzlager | Steuersatzlager | Steuersatzlager | Steuersatzlager | ||
Hinterreifen | Hinterreifen | Hinterreifen | Hinterreifen | Hinterreifen | Hinterreifen | ||
Vorderreifen | Vorderreifen | Vorderreifen | Vorderreifen | Vorderreifen | Vorderreifen | ||
Vorderradnabe | Vorderradnabe | Vorderradnabe | Vorderradnabe | Vorderradnabe | Vorderradnabe | ||
Front Rim | Front Rim | Front Rim | Front Rim | Front Rim | Front Rim | ||
Hinterradnabe | Hinterradnabe | Hinterradnabe | Hinterradnabe | Hinterradnabe | Hinterradnabe | ||
Rear Rim | Rear Rim | Rear Rim | Rear Rim | Rear Rim | Rear Rim | ||
Front Rotor | Front Rotor | Front Rotor | Front Rotor | Front Rotor | Front Rotor | ||
Rear Rotor | Rear Rotor | Rear Rotor | Rear Rotor | Rear Rotor | Rear Rotor | ||
Bremsen | Bremsen | Bremsen | Bremsen | Bremsen | Bremsen | ||
Kurbelgarnitur | Kurbelgarnitur | Kurbelgarnitur | Kurbelgarnitur | Kurbelgarnitur | Kurbelgarnitur | ||
Lenker | Lenker | Lenker | Lenker | Lenker | Lenker | ||
Vorbau | Vorbau | Vorbau | Vorbau | Vorbau | Vorbau | ||
Sattel | Sattel | Sattel | Sattel | Sattel | Sattel | ||
Sattelstütze | Sattelstütze | Sattelstütze | Sattelstütze | Sattelstütze | Sattelstütze | ||
Griffe | Griffe | Griffe | Griffe | Griffe | Griffe | ||
Battery Charger | Battery Charger | Battery Charger | Battery Charger | Battery Charger | Battery Charger |
SRAM Eagle Transmission - robuster, geschmeidiger, kabellos
Die nächste Generation des SRAM Eagle-Getriebes findest du an unseren neuen CC-Modellen. Sie ist eine radikal robuste, innovativ integrierte und vollständig eigenständige, kabellose Schaltung. Die Full-Mount Aufhängung sitzt direkt auf der Hinterrad-Achse und schafft eine wesentlich stärkere Verbindung mit dem Rahmen, während das besonders robuste Schaltwerk eine noch nie dagewesene Belastbarkeit bietet. Geschmeidige Schaltvorgänge sind durch die Kombination aus X-SYNC-Technologie und Kassetten-Mapping selbst unter Vollast möglich. Die neuen AXS Pods Schalthebel sind extrem ergonomisch und hochgradig anpassbar. So wird das Schalten leicht und intuitiv. Es ist einfach die fortschrittlichste Gangschaltung und fast so robust wie die Berge selbst.
Geometry
All units are in millimeters or degrees.
| S | M | L | XL | XXL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | hi/lo | 430/427 | 455/452 | 475/472 | 495/492 | 520/517 |
| Stack | hi/lo | 616/618 | 625/627 | 638/640 | 656/658 | 670/672 |
| Lenkwinkel | hi/lo | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° |
| Sitzrohrlänge | hi/lo | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
| Front Center | hi/lo | 770 | 799 | 826 | 855 | 886 |
| Tretlagerhöhe | hi/lo | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 |
| Tretlager-Absenkung | hi/lo | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 |
| Radstand | hi/lo | 1206 | 1236/1237 | 1266 | 1298 | 1333/1334 |
| Hinterbau-Länge | hi/lo | 436/437 | 437/438 | 440/441 | 443/444 | 447/448 |
| Steuerrohrlänge | hi/lo | 90 | 100 | 115 | 135 | 150 |
| Oberrohrlänge | hi/lo | 570 | 594/595 | 613 | 637/638 | 666/667 |
| Sitzwinkel | hi/lo | 77.24°/77.0° | 77.42°/77.2° | 77.8°/77.5° | 77.8°/77.5° | 77.8°/77.5° |
| Überstandshöhe | hi/lo | 709/705 | 716/712 | 723/718 | 722/717 | 724/720 |
Die richtige Rahmengröße
Wenn Du zwischen zwei Rahmengrößen liegst, empfehlen wir, dass Du beide Optionen testest. Als Anhaltspunkt kannst Du die Reach- und Stack-Werte mit Deinem aktuellen Bike oder anderen bekannten Bikes vergleichen, auf denen Du Dich wohl fühlst. Wenn keine Testfahrt möglich ist, kannst Du Dich auch an den folgenden Tipps orientieren:
Das Megatower ist erhältlich in den Größen S - XXL.
Persönliche Vorlieben
Mit einem größeren Rahmen hast Du mehr Stabilität und Souveränität. Außerdem erhältst du mehr Bewegungsfreiheit im Rad, bei weniger Einfluss auf die Balance. Beim größeren Rahmen hast Du einen etwas längeren Radstand, was zusätzlich Sicherheit und Stabilität bringt. Daher bedarf es mehr Körpereinsatz und eine etwas aktivere Fahrweise, um das Bike zu führen. Kleinere Bikes fahren sich agiler und reagieren schneller auf den Input des Fahrers. Überlege Dir, was besser zu Deinem Fahrstil passt. Soll das Bike agil und aktiv sein? Oder eher spurtreu und souverän. Willst Du mehr oder weniger Einsatz zeigen, um das Bike auf dem Trail zu bewegen?
Körperproportionen
Auch bei gleicher Körpergröße sieht jeder Mensch anders aus. Wenn Du einen verhältnismäßig kurzen Oberkörper und lange Beine hast, würden wir zur kleineren Rahmengröße raten. Bei langem Oberkörper und langen Armen, solltest Du eher zum größeren Rahmen greifen.
Megatower Frame Specifications
| Suspension System | VPP |
| Front Derailleur | No compatibility |
| Headset/Headtube | Integrated (IS41/52) |
| Seat Post | 31.6mm |
| Seat Clamp | 36.4mm |
| Eye to Eye length | 230mm |
| Stroke | 62.5mm |
| BB Shell | 73mm Threaded |
| Max Tire Size | 2.5" |
| Max Chainring Size | 36t |
| Water Bottle Mounts | 1 |
| Shock Mounting Bushing Front | 30x8 |
| Shock Mounting Bushing Rear | 30x8 |
| Fork Offset | 44mm |
| Brake Mount | 200mm PM |
Suspension Setup
Take a look at detailed sag, high/low rebound, and high/low compression recommendations for shocks and forks in each build.
X0 AXS
Rockshox Zeb Ultimate 170
| Rider Weight | Pressure (psi) | Rebound: (from closed) | Compression: LSC,HSC (from middle) |
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 29 | 15 | -2,middle |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 37 | 13 | -2,middle |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 45 | 12 | -2,middle |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 54 | 11 | -2,middle |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 62 | 10 | -2,middle |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 70 | 9 | -2,middle |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 78 | 8 | -2,middle |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 86 | 6 | -2,middle |
Fox Float X2 Factory
| Rider Weight | Pressure (psi) | Sag (%, mm on shock) | Rebound: LSR, HSR (from closed) | Compression: LSC, HSC (from closed) |
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 140 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 11,7 | 13,7 |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 160 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 10,6 | 13,7 |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 175 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 10,6 | 13,7 |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 195 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 9,5 | 13,7 |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 210 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 9,5 | 13,7 |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 230 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 9,4 | 13,7 |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 250 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 8,4 | 13,7 |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 270 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 8,4 | 13,7 |
X0 AXS RSV
Rockshox Zeb Ultimate 170
| Rider Weight | Pressure (psi) | Rebound: (from closed) | Compression: LSC,HSC (from middle) |
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 29 | 15 | -2,middle |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 37 | 13 | -2,middle |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 45 | 12 | -2,middle |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 54 | 11 | -2,middle |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 62 | 10 | -2,middle |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 70 | 9 | -2,middle |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 78 | 8 | -2,middle |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 86 | 6 | -2,middle |
Fox Float X2 Factory
| Rider Weight | Pressure (psi) | Sag (%, mm on shock) | Rebound: LSR, HSR (from closed) | Compression: LSC, HSC (from closed) |
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 140 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 11,7 | 13,7 |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 160 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 10,6 | 13,7 |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 175 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 10,6 | 13,7 |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 195 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 9,5 | 13,7 |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 210 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 9,5 | 13,7 |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 230 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 9,4 | 13,7 |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 250 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 8,4 | 13,7 |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 270 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 8,4 | 13,7 |
X0 AXS Coil
Rockshox Zeb Ultimate 170
| Rider Weight | Pressure (psi) | Rebound: (from closed) | Compression: LSC,HSC (from middle) |
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 29 | 15 | -2,middle |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 37 | 13 | -2,middle |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 45 | 12 | -2,middle |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 54 | 11 | -2,middle |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 62 | 10 | -2,middle |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 70 | 9 | -2,middle |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 78 | 8 | -2,middle |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 86 | 6 | -2,middle |
Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate Coil
| Rider Weight | Spring Rate (Lbs.) | Sag (%, mm on shock) | Preload | Rebound (from closed) | Compression: LSC, HSC (from middle) |
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 250 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 9 | -2, middle |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 300 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 9 | -2, middle |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 350 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 8 | -2, middle |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 400 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 8 | -2, middle |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 450 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 7 | -2, middle |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 500 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 6 | -2, middle |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 550 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 6 | -2, middle |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 600 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 5 | -2, middle |
X0 AXS RSV Coil
Rockshox Zeb Ultimate 170
| Rider Weight | Pressure (psi) | Rebound: (from closed) | Compression: LSC,HSC (from middle) |
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 29 | 15 | -2,middle |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 37 | 13 | -2,middle |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 45 | 12 | -2,middle |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 54 | 11 | -2,middle |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 62 | 10 | -2,middle |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 70 | 9 | -2,middle |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 78 | 8 | -2,middle |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 86 | 6 | -2,middle |
Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate Coil
| Rider Weight | Spring Rate (Lbs.) | Sag (%, mm on shock) | Preload | Rebound (from closed) | Compression: LSC, HSC (from middle) |
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 250 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 9 | -2, middle |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 300 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 9 | -2, middle |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 350 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 8 | -2, middle |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 400 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 8 | -2, middle |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 450 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 7 | -2, middle |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 500 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 6 | -2, middle |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 550 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 6 | -2, middle |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 600 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 1-2 turns | 5 | -2, middle |
XX AXS RSV
Rockshox Zeb Ultimate 170
| Rider Weight | Pressure (psi) | Rebound: (from closed) | Compression: LSC,HSC (from middle) |
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 29 | 15 | -2,middle |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 37 | 13 | -2,middle |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 45 | 12 | -2,middle |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 54 | 11 | -2,middle |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 62 | 10 | -2,middle |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 70 | 9 | -2,middle |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 78 | 8 | -2,middle |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 86 | 6 | -2,middle |
Fox Float X2 Factory
| Rider Weight | Pressure (psi) | Sag (%, mm on shock) | Rebound: LSR, HSR (from closed) | Compression: LSC, HSC (from closed) |
| 100lbs (45.5kg) | 140 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 11,7 | 13,7 |
| 120lbs (54.4kg) | 160 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 10,6 | 13,7 |
| 140lbs (63.5kg) | 175 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 10,6 | 13,7 |
| 160lbs (72.6kg) | 195 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 9,5 | 13,7 |
| 180lbs (81.8kg) | 210 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 9,5 | 13,7 |
| 200lbs (90.7kg) | 230 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 9,4 | 13,7 |
| 220lbs (99.8kg) | 250 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 8,4 | 13,7 |
| 240lbs (108.8kg) | 270 | 29-32%, 18-20mm | 8,4 | 13,7 |
Geometry
All units are in millimeters or degrees.
| S | M | L | XL | XXL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | hi/lo | 430/427 | 455/452 | 475/472 | 495/492 | 520/517 |
| Stack | hi/lo | 616/618 | 625/627 | 638/640 | 656/658 | 670/672 |
| Lenkwinkel | hi/lo | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° | 63.8°/63.5° |
| Sitzrohrlänge | hi/lo | 380 | 405 | 430 | 460 | 500 |
| Front Center | hi/lo | 770 | 799 | 826 | 855 | 886 |
| Tretlagerhöhe | hi/lo | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 | 346/342.5 |
| Tretlager-Absenkung | hi/lo | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 | 26.5/30 |
| Radstand | hi/lo | 1206 | 1236/1237 | 1266 | 1298 | 1333/1334 |
| Hinterbau-Länge | hi/lo | 436/437 | 437/438 | 440/441 | 443/444 | 447/448 |
| Steuerrohrlänge | hi/lo | 90 | 100 | 115 | 135 | 150 |
| Oberrohrlänge | hi/lo | 570 | 594/595 | 613 | 637/638 | 666/667 |
| Sitzwinkel | hi/lo | 77.24°/77.0° | 77.42°/77.2° | 77.8°/77.5° | 77.8°/77.5° | 77.8°/77.5° |
| Überstandshöhe | hi/lo | 709/705 | 716/712 | 723/718 | 722/717 | 724/720 |
Die richtige Rahmengröße
Wenn Du zwischen zwei Rahmengrößen liegst, empfehlen wir, dass Du beide Optionen testest. Als Anhaltspunkt kannst Du die Reach- und Stack-Werte mit Deinem aktuellen Bike oder anderen bekannten Bikes vergleichen, auf denen Du Dich wohl fühlst. Wenn keine Testfahrt möglich ist, kannst Du Dich auch an den folgenden Tipps orientieren:
Das Megatower ist erhältlich in den Größen S - XXL.
Persönliche Vorlieben
Mit einem größeren Rahmen hast Du mehr Stabilität und Souveränität. Außerdem erhältst du mehr Bewegungsfreiheit im Rad, bei weniger Einfluss auf die Balance. Beim größeren Rahmen hast Du einen etwas längeren Radstand, was zusätzlich Sicherheit und Stabilität bringt. Daher bedarf es mehr Körpereinsatz und eine etwas aktivere Fahrweise, um das Bike zu führen. Kleinere Bikes fahren sich agiler und reagieren schneller auf den Input des Fahrers. Überlege Dir, was besser zu Deinem Fahrstil passt. Soll das Bike agil und aktiv sein? Oder eher spurtreu und souverän. Willst Du mehr oder weniger Einsatz zeigen, um das Bike auf dem Trail zu bewegen?
Körperproportionen
Auch bei gleicher Körpergröße sieht jeder Mensch anders aus. Wenn Du einen verhältnismäßig kurzen Oberkörper und lange Beine hast, würden wir zur kleineren Rahmengröße raten. Bei langem Oberkörper und langen Armen, solltest Du eher zum größeren Rahmen greifen.
FAQ's
Can I mount a chainguide on this bike?
Yes, this bike is equipped with ISCG-05 tabs for easy chainguide mounting. Our bikes come standard with the OneUp Bashguide V2 or the e13 TRS, but most guides that follow the ISCG-05 standard should fit.
Can I convert the Megatower to 27.5" MX wheels?
No, the Megatower is built exclusively for 29" wheels and tires front and rear. The geometry is not setup for any 27.5" front or rear conversions.
Where'd the chainstay length adjuster go?
Where the Megatower 1 had a single chainstay length that was user-adjustable, The new MT2 now has size specific chainstay lengths to optimize the geometry across the size range with no fuss or extra parts.
Can I run a dual-crown fork?
Nope, the Megatower is not designed for use with a dual-crown fork.
What is the recommended fork?
Our geometry is based off of a 170mm fork with a 42 or 44mm offset. We wouldn't recommend less travel than that, as the BB will get a bit low. Up to 180mm is fine if that's your preference.
What kind of headset does this bike use?
This bike uses integrated headset cups. The upper up is 41mm and the lower cup is 52mm. The SHIS name is IS 41/28.6 IS 52/40.For Chris King this is a DropSet.
Should I ride in the High or Low shock flip-chip setting?
You should definitely try both, but we typically recommend starting in High. This will make the bike more agile and easy to get used to. If your terrain is quite steep, give Low a try. This setting lowers the BB by 3.5mm, slackens the head angle by 0.3 degrees, and generally just biases your weight a little further back. The leverage curve of the suspension changes slightly as well: it's more progressive. The geometry changes combined with the slight suspension change will make you feel like you're sat further down in the bike. Great for steep gnar, not as good for flatter corners. It's easy to change, so experiment!
I want to change my rear shock. Any limitations?
The Megatower was built to be compatible with all shocks on the market, both coil & air. We haven't tried some of the smaller obscure brands, but it fits anything from Fox and Rockshox. The correct size is 230x62.5 with 8x30 hardware front and rear.
Can I make this frame have more travel?
If you change the rear shock to a 65mm stroke length (stock is 62.5mm) you do get more travel - 170mm. We felt 165mm was the best option to make the Megatower balance going up down and up again but if you want more, that's how.
What size tire will fit?
The Megatower is designed for 29" x 2.5" max
Does the Megatower use the SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH)?
The frame is UDH-compatible, but comes with our own machined aluminum hanger. You can replace it with another Santa Cruz hanger or a SRAM UDH.
Should I get the coil shock or the air shock?
There is a difference in feel between the two, but neither is better than the other- just different. The air shock is more progressive than the coil, which allows for a slightly softer setup without worrying about bottoming-out. This will generally offer a smoother ride, but one that can still be ridden very aggressively and not struggle. The suspension will also have a "poppier" and more playful ride, as the air shock will try to get you out of the deep part of travel.
The coil has a slightly more linear feel/ less bottom-out resistance, which encourages a firmer overall setup. This offers the maximum mid-stroke support for berms/park riding/ pushing into turns. If you like a firmer feel, you will probably prefer the coil. If you set the air shock up to offer a similar feel in the mid-stroke, you may struggle to achieve full travel.
These aren't huge differences, but they are enough that we wanted to offer both. Obviously, the air shock offers the advantages of being lighter and easier to tune, so this will be the right choice for the majority of riders.
What can I store in the glovebox?
The Megatower comes with two bags - a tube purse and a tool wallet. You should be able to fit a superlight tube, a small pump, tire lever, and misc odds and ends in these two bags. For more information, take a look at our Glovebox Tech Page.
Where do I find information about upper and lower link maintenance?
Take a look at our bike maintenance page here.
Where can I find more info about Reserve Wheels?
Exploded Diagrams
Downtube Protector and Shuttle Guard
Deraillaur Hanger and Chainstay Protector
Upper Link Hardware and Upper Shock Bolt
Lower Link Hardware and Rear Shock Bolt
Rear Fender
Glovebox Door, Bezel, and Hardware
Upper Link
Lower Link
