The 2020 Tracer Expert Provides our top-end EWS-winning frame platform with a confidence-inspiring ride thanks to 27.5" Wheels, aggressive longer-reach Trail geometry and 165mm travel that eats up the toughest Enduro stages.
Co-designed by legendary bike engineer Cesar Rojo, The JS Tuned suspension 'Enduro link' has been developed to offer longer links, optimising leverage curve, axle path and overall performance to make the Tracer an uncomPromising Enduro race machine.
The 2020 Tracer Expert offers a great balance of Enduro-ready performance and value with carefully selected components to give you an edge in your next Enduro.
When it comes to the frame, there's no second tier – the Tracer Expert uses our top-end frameset. That means full carbon uni-directional monocoque front and rear triangles as well as a full carbon top link, ti hardware, internal cabling and flack guards.
Your new Tracer will be tuned specifically for you by our own Intense Cycles UK mechanics so you can get straight onto the Trails and ride with confidence.
So, whether you’re taking the Tracer for a blast around your local woods, a weekend in Wales or even a trip to the Alps, you’ll be grinning from ear to ear from the moment you throw a leg over it.
27.5" Wheels
160mm front, 165mm rear travel
Fox Performance Float 36 fork
Fox Performance Float X2 shock
SRAM NX Eagle Drivetrain
Shimano M520 brakes
Tracer Expert Specs
As with all our JS Tuned bikes, we've carefully selected the component spec for the Tracer Expert to give you the best possible performance at this bike level.
| FRAME | Tracer 275 Optimised Layup monocoque uni-directional carbon front and rear triangle, carbon top link, titanium hardware, internal cable routing, integrated Protectors, Boost 148x12mm spacing, 165mm travel |
| FORK | Fox Performance Float 36, 27.5", GRIP, 160mm Travel, 44mm offset, Boost 110x15mm, 3-position |
| SHOCK | Fox Performance Float X2, 8.5x2.5" (165mm), 2-position (open/firm) |
| Wheels | 27.5" E*thirteen LG1 Enduro Alloy (30mm inner width) on Intense Alloy Hubs, 6-bolt, Boost110x15mm Front, Boost 148x12mm Rear 28-hole |
| TYRES | Front: Maxxis 27.5x2.50WT Minion DHF 60TPI EXO/TR Rear: Maxxis 27.5x2.40 Minion DHR II 60TPI EXO/TR |
| SHIFTERS | SRAM NX Eagle 12 speed |
| REAR DERAILLEUR | SRAM NX Eagle 12 speed |
| CRANK | SRAM NX Eagle 12speed, DUB, 32t, 170mm, Boost |
| CASSETTE | SRAM PG1230 X1 Eagle 12speed, 11-50T |
| CHAIN | SRAM NX Eagle 12 speed |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | SRAM DUB Pressfit |
| SADDLE | WTB Silverado Sport w/ Cr-Mo Rails |
| SEATPOST | Intense Recon 31.6mm, 150mm Dropper (MD/LG), 170mm Dropper (XL) |
| BARS | Intense Recon 780mm alloy |
| STEM | Intense Recon 45mm |
| HEADSET | Intense Tapered, ZS44/EC49.40 |
| BRAKES | Shimano M520 Hydraulic Disk 203mm Front and 180mm Rear |
| GRIPS | Intense lock-on |
Parts and specification are subject to change without notice.Maximum recommended rider weight 113kg (250lbs).
Geometry
| TRACER | MEDIUM | LARGE | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Base | A | 1181mm | 1207mm | 1235mm |
| Top Tube Length | B | 597mm | 622mm | 649mm |
| Chain Stay Length | C | 432mm | 432mm | 432mm |
| Head Tube Length | D | 115mm | 119mm | 130mm |
| Head Tube Angle | E | 65.5° | 65.5° | 65.5° |
| Reach | F | 436mm | 460mm | 483mm |
| Stack | G | 600mm | 604mm | 614mm |
| BB Height | H | 343mm | 343mm | 343mm |
| Seat Tube Angle (Effective) | I | 75° | 75° | 75° |
| Seat Tube Angle (Actual) | J | 71° | 71° | 71° |
| Seat Tube Length | K | 434mm | 459mm | 485mm |
| Standover Height | L | 801mm | 805mm | 813mm |
| Fork Axle To Crown | 552mm | 552mm | 552mm | |
| Lower Headset Stack Height | 12mm | 12mm | 12mm | |
| Fork Offset | 42mm | 42mm | 42mm | |
| Trail | 113mm | 113mm | 113mm |
Sizing
Picking the perfect size for you depends on your height, leg length and riding style. Start by referring to the chart below. If you're between sizes, we generally suggest sizing up. If you've got any sizing queries, talk to our Experts at hello@intense-cycles.co.uk or by calling 01454 550343.
