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2023

Forbidden Druid V2 GX AXS RS

Forbidden Druid 2023

6199.00

Enduro

Colour / Stardust, Spruce Almighty

Size / S1 (29"", MX), S2 (29", MX), S3 (29", MX), S4 (29", MX)

At a glance

The 2023 Forbidden Druid V2 GX AXS RS is an Enduro Carbon mountain bike. It sports 29" and 27.5" wheels, is priced at $6,199 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including S1 (29"", MX), S2 (29", MX), S3 (29", MX), S4 (29", MX), has RockShox suspension and a SRAM drivetrain. The bike is part of Forbidden's Druid range of mountain bikes.

- Trifecta V2 high pivot inverted four-bar rear suspension design with new V2 Rate Control Linkage

- Available with 29″” wheels front/rear or mixed (“Mullet”) wheels: 29″ front, 27.5″ rear

- Internal cable routing

- SRAM UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger)

- Includes Stan’s NoTubes tire sealant

- Includes SRAM AXS EP Powerpack battery charger

- Photos show X0 AXS build

- Canadian price: 7799 CAD

- UK price: 6299 GBP

- European price: 7499 EUR

Where To Buy

Reviews

Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    High-modulus carbon fiber front and rear triangles, forged linkage, molded swingarm and down tube protection
  • Fork
    RockShox Lyrik Select, DebonAir+ spring, Charger RC damper, low-speed compression adjust, low-speed rebound adjust, 44mm offset, Maxle Stealth thru-axle
  • Shock
    RockShox Super Deluxe R, DebonAir+ spring, rebound adjust, hydraulic bottom out, trunnion mount, 185mm length x 50mm stroke
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Crankbrothers, 15mm x 110mm (Boost) front, 12mm x 148mm (Boost) rear with XD driver
  • Wheels
    Front: Crankbrothers Synthesis Enduro Alloy, 31.5mm inner width, 28 hole, tubeless ready
    Rear: Crankbrothers Synthesis Enduro Alloy, 29.5mm inner width, 32 hole, tubeless ready
  • Wheel Size
    29" 27.5"
  • Spokes
    Sapim Race, 2.0/1.8/2.0mm double butted, stainless steel, ED coated, with 14mm brass nipples
  • Tires
    Front: Maxxis Assegai, 3C MaxxGrip compound, EXO+ casing, TR, 120 TPI, folding, 29"" x 2.5"
    Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 3C MaxxTerra compound, EXO+ casing, TR, 120 TPI, folding, 2.4"
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
  • Crank
    SRAM GX Eagle DUB, 165mm length
  • Bottom Bracket
    SRAM DUB, 28.99mm spindle, 73mm English/BSA threaded
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM GX Eagle AXS, 12-speed, electronic wireless
  • Shifters
    SRAM Eagle AXS Controller, 12-speed, electronic wireless, MMX mounting bracket
Components
  • Brakeset
    SRAM Code Stealth, 4-piston, steel-backed sintered metal pads, SRAM CenterLine 180mm 6-bolt rotors, SRAM Code Stealth, reach adjustment
  • Handlebar
    Race Face Aeffect R, 780mm width, 22mm rise, 9° backsweep, 5° upsweep, 35mm clamp diameter
  • Saddle
    fi'zi:k Terra Alpaca X5, fiber-reinforced nylon shell, S-Alloy rails, 145mm width
  • Seatpost
    OneUp V2 dropper, Remote Lever: OneUp UFT, aluminum, oversized bearings, MMX mounting bracket, 31.6mm, Forbidden, 7075 CNC aluminum, 34.9mm
    Drop:
    120mm (S1)
    150mm (S2)
    180mm (S3)
    210mm (S4)
  • Stem
    Race Face Aeffect R, 40mm length, 35mm bar clamp
  • Grips
    Race Face Half Nelson, single lock-on, 135mm length
  • Headset
    Cane Creek 40, sealed cartridge bearings, 6000 series alloy cups, sealed steel crown race, ZS44/28.6 upper, ZS56/40 lower

FAQ

Q: How much is a 2023 Forbidden Druid V2 GX AXS RS?

A 2023 Forbidden Druid V2 GX AXS RS is typically priced around $6,199 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: What size wheels does the 2023 Forbidden Druid V2 GX AXS RS have?

The 2023 Forbidden Druid V2 GX AXS RS has 29" and 27.5" wheels.

Q: What size 2023 Forbidden Druid V2 GX AXS RS should I get?

The 2023 Forbidden Druid V2 GX AXS RS comes in sizes S1 (29"", MX), S2 (29", MX), S3 (29", MX), S4 (29", MX). After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Forbidden Druid V2 GX AXS RS 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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