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2020

Bird Aether 9C Shimano 12-speed

Bird Aether 9C 2020

Enduro

Colour / Gloss Raw Carbon, Flatcap Green

Size / MD, ML, LG, XL

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At a glance

The 2020 Bird Aether 9C Shimano 12-speed is an Enduro Carbon mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, comes in a range of sizes, including MD, ML, LG, XL, has RockShox suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Bird's Aether 9C range of mountain bikes.

UK prices start at 2752 GBP, Multiple customizations options for all components available at Bird website, Internally guided cable routing, with internal y-connector to allow rear brake routing on either side, Frame weights (bare): 2780g (MD), 2810g (ML), 2840g (LG), 2870g (XL)

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Molded chainstay and down tube protection
  • Fork
    RockShox options: 35, Pike Select RC, Pike Ultimate RC2, Pike Ultimate RCT3, 140mm or 150mm
  • Shock
    210mm x 55mm, RockShox options: Deluxe Select+ RT, Deluxe Ultimate RCT
Wheels
  • Hubs
    110x15mm Boost front, 148x12mm Boost rear, Options: DT Swiss wheelsets or Hope Tech Pro 4
  • Wheels
    DT Swiss options: M1900 Spline 30, EXC 1501 Carbon, XMC 1501 Carbon, XM481, M502
  • Wheel Size
    29"
  • Tires
    Maxxis options: Minion DHF, Dissector, High Roller II, Assegai, Aggressor
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    430mm, Option: MRP AMg Core upper slider with bashguard, Shimano, 32 tooth, Shimano drivetrain options: Deore, SLX, Deore XT, XTR (all 12-speed)
  • Crank
    Shimano drivetrain options: Deore, SLX, Deore XT, XTR
  • Bottom Bracket
    330mm (40mm drop), Shimano, 73mm BSA threaded
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano drivetrain options: Deore, SLX, Deore XT, XTR (all 12-speed)
  • Shifters
    Shimano drivetrain options: Deore, SLX, Deore XT, XTR (all 12-speed)
Components
  • Brakeset
    Options: SRAM G2 R, Shimano Deore M6100, Shimano Deore M6120, Shimano Deore XT M8120, Options: SRAM G2 R, Shimano Deore M6100, Shimano Deore M6120, Shimano Deore XT M8120
  • Handlebar
    Race Face options: Turbine R 35, SixC 35 Carbon, Next R Carbon
  • Saddle
    Fabric Scoop options: Radius Sport, Radius Race Ti, Gel Radius
  • Seatpost
    Options: RockShox Reverb Stealth dropper, Bird Down dropper V2, , Hope Tech, quick release, 36.4mm, , Hope Tech, quick release, 36.4mm
  • Stem
    Options: Bird 35, Race Face Turbine R 35, Race Face Atlas 35
  • Grips
    Gusset S2, lock-on, 32mm diameter
  • Headset
    Bird, ZS44 upper, ZS56 lower

FAQ

Q: Where to buy a 2020 Bird Aether 9C Shimano 12-speed?

The 2020 Bird Aether 9C Shimano 12-speed may be purchased directly from Bird.

Q: What size wheels does the 2020 Bird Aether 9C Shimano 12-speed have?

The 2020 Bird Aether 9C Shimano 12-speed has 29" wheels.

Q: What size 2020 Bird Aether 9C Shimano 12-speed should I get?

The 2020 Bird Aether 9C Shimano 12-speed comes in sizes MD, ML, LG, XL. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Bird Aether 9C Shimano 12-speed size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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