2021 Nukeproof Mega 290 Elite Bike
(discontinued)

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Specifications

Product
Nukeproof Mega 290 Elite Bike
Model Year
2021
Riding Type
Enduro / All-Mountain
Freeride / Bike Park
Rider
Unisex
Sizes and Geometry
S
M
L
XL
XXL
Wheel Size
29"
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Frame Material Details
Full UD carbon fiber T700/800 monocoque
Rear Travel
160mm
Rear Shock
FOX FLOAT X2, Performance series, EVOL, 2-position lever, bearing end, 2x 0.3 spacer fitted
Fork
FOX 36 FLOAT, Performance Elite series, GRIP2 damper, 44mm offset
Fork Travel
170mm
Head Tube Diameter
Tapered
Headset
Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS
Handlebar
Nukeproof Horizon V2, 25mm rise, width: 780mm (S-M), 800mm (L-XXL)
Stem
Nukeproof Horizon, 50mm
Grips
Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature
Brakes
Shimano SLX M7120, 4-piston, metallic pads with fins, 203mm front/180mm rear Shimano SM-RT66 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano SLX M7120
Drivetrain
1x
Shifters
Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed, RAPIDFIRE PLUS, I-SPEC EV
Front Derailleur
N/A
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed, SGS, SHADOW PLUS
ISCG Tabs
ISCG 05
Chainguide
Nukeproof top guide
Cranks
Shimano SLX M7100, HOLLOWTECH 2, 170mm, 52mm chainline
Chainrings
30 tooth
Bottom Bracket
Threaded 73mm
Pedals
N/A
Chain
Shimano SLX M7100 HG, 12-speed, Quicklink
Cassette
Shimano SLX M7100-12, 12-speed, HYPERGLIDE+, 10-51 tooth
Rims
DT Swiss E 1900 SPLINE wheels
Hubs
DT Swiss E 1900 SPLINE wheels, 6-bolt, Boost, Shimano Micro Spline driver
Spokes
DT Swiss E 1900 SPLINE wheels
Tires
Michelin Wild Enduro, 29" x 2.4", GUM-X TS TLR
Saddle
Nukeproof Horizon Enduro
Seatpost
Brand-X Ascend internal with Shimano SL-MT500-IL lever
Travel: 125mm (S), 150mm (M-L), 170mm (XL-XXL)
Seatpost Diameter
31.6mm
Seatpost Clamp
Single bolt
Rear Dropout / Hub Dimensions
148mm x 12mm Boost
Max. Tire Size
29" x 2.5"
Bottle Cage Mounts
Yes, fits a 750mL bottle inside front triangle
Colors
Bullet grey
Warranty
5 years for frame
2 years for Nukeproof components (lifetime on carbon handlebars)
Weight
32.3 lb 0 oz (14,651 g)
Miscellaneous
  • Mega V4
  • Box section tubes in key areas help provide stiffness
  • Revised geometry - lower, longer, steeper, and slacker
  • Improved suspension kinematics using a swing link driven 4-bar horst link layout
  • Wide usable sag range (30-35%)
  • Improved front triangle for lateral stiffness
  • Collet main pivot for stiffness and security
  • SRAM UDH hanger
  • Enduro Max bearings throughout
  • User friendly tube-in-tube internal cable routing
  • Gear accessory mount on underside of the top tube
  • 3D contoured rubber frame protection for seatstay, chainstay, and down tube
  • Carbon frames come with a clear paint-protection kit
  • Price
    $3,999.99
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