Utilizing Kestrel Super Light 800k ultra high modulus carbon fiber has allowed us to offer a big traction bike with low weight in the MX5. Maxxis 26x4.8” tires provide maximum traction over snow, sand, and everyday trails all year long. Tackle the toughest climbs with a 12-speed SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain, additional plushness is provided by a Rockshox Bluto fork on the way back down.
The MX5 features our lightest KSL Carbon construction for ultra efficient pedaling performance
The shaped downtube and tall chainstays provide efficient power transfer
Disc brakes provide confidence inspiring stopping in all weather conditions
| Color(s) | CARBON |
| Weight | 14.84 kg / 32.65 lbs |
| Sizes | 15", 17.5", 19, 20.5" |
| Frame | Kestrel Super Light (KSL) 800K Carbon Fatbike , 1 1/8" - 1 1/2" Headtube, 12mm Thru axle dropout |
| Fork | RockShox Bluto RL, 1 1/8" - 1 1/2" Steerer, 100mm Travel, Remote lockout |
| Wheelset | SUN-RINGLE Mulefüt 80SL, 32H Formula sealed bearing hubs, Stainless Spokes |
| Tires | Maxxis Minion 26 x 4.80 FBF/FBR, 60tpi folding |
| Crankset | SRAM NX Eagle DUB, 30T |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB FOR 100MM BSA |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Shifters | SRAM NX Eagle Trigger, 12-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1230 Eagle, 11-50, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle w/ Power Lock, 12-speed |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Guide T with Matchmaker |
| Headset | FSA No 42. 1 1/8" top, 1 1/2" bottom |
| Handlebar | Ritchey MTN Comp, 660mm, 0mm rise, 5 deg backsweep |
| Stem | Ritchey 4-Axis Comp, 6061 3D Forged Alloy, 31.8mm clamp |
| Saddle | WTB Rocket Sport |
| Grips | WTB DC Trail Grip / DNA Dual Compound |
| Rider Height | Size* | |
| 5'2"-5'5" | 157cm-165cm | S |
| 5'5" - 5'10" | 165cm-177cm | M |
| 5' 10'- 6'2" | 177cm-188cm | L |
| 6'2"-6'6" | 188cm-196cm | XL |
*Kestrel's Size Guide shows suggested sizes. For the most accurate sizing please visit your local authorized Kestrel retailer for a bike fit and a test ride.
| (S) 15.5" | (M) 17.5" | (L) 19" | (XL) 20.5" | |||
| Seat Tube, Center To Top | 394 | 440 | 440 483 | 521 | ||
| Top Tube, Effective | 585 | 600 | 615 | 630 | ||
| Head Tube Length | 110 | 120 | 135 | 150 | ||
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 | ||
| Head Tube Angle | 70.0 | 70.5 | 70.5 | 70.5 | ||
| Chainstay Length | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | ||
| Wheelbase | 1101 | 1112 | 1127 | 1143 | ||
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | ||
| Fork Offset | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | ||
| Stack | 591 | 591 | 603 | 612 | ||
| Reach | 405 | 417 | 427 | 438 | ||
| Standover | 788 | 817 | 847 | 868 | ||
| Stem | 80 | 90 | 100 | 100 | ||
| Handlebar Width | 660 | 660 | 660 | 660 | ||
| Crank | 175 | 175 | 175 | 175 | ||
| Wheel Size | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | ||
| Seat Post Diameter | 30.9 | 30.9 | 30.9 | 30.9 |
