Scott: Spark RC 900 Team - 2018

Scott: Spark RC 900 Team - 2018

The Spark 900 RC Team features a slew of high end components in an affordable package. Our TwinLoc Suspension System, a 12 speed Sram Eagle drivetrain, Level brakes and Syncros components combine to create a dreamworthy carbon full suspension race bike.

KEY FEATURES

• Spark RC Carbon HMF Frame

• FOX 32 SC Performance 100mm Fork

• FOX Nude, TwinLoc Remote

• Sram GX-X1 Eagle 12 Speed

• Sram Level TL Disc Brakes

• Syncros XR2.5 TR Wheels

• Maxxis Aspen Kevlar Tires

• Syncros Parts

SPECIFICATIONS

FRAME

• Spark RC Carbon / IMP technology / HMF
• 1x optimized / BB92 /Carbon swingarm
• SW dropouts for Boost 12x148mm
• TBC Trunnion Box Construction

FORK

• FOX 32 SC Float Performance Air
• Grip 3 / 3-Modes / 15x110mm QR axle / tapered steerer
• Lockout / Reb. Adj. / 100mm travel

REAR SHOCK

• FOX NUDE Trunnion
• SCOTT custom w. travel / geo adj.
• 3 modes: Lockout - Traction Control -Descend
• DPS / Reb. Adj./ Travel 100 - 70 - Lockout / 165X40mm

REMOTE SYSTEM

• SCOTT TwinLoc Suspension System / below Bar Remote
• 3 modes / integ. Grip clamp

HEADSET 

• Syncros Pro Drop in / Tapered 1.5" - 1 1/8"
• bearing diameter size 42mm and 52mm

REAR DERAILLEUR

• Sram GX / Eagle 12 Speed 

FRONT DERAILLEUR 

• SCOTT Chainguide

SHIFTERS

• Sram GX Trigger

BRAKES

• Sram Level TL Disc / tool free reach adj
• 180/F and 160/Rmm Centerline Rotor

CRANKSET 

• Sram X1 1000 Eagle GXP Boost PF
• QF 168 / 32T

BB-SET

• Sram GXP PF integrated / shell 41x89.5mm

HANDLEBAR

• Syncros FL1.5 T-Bar / Alloy 7050 D.B.
• T shape Flat / 9° / 720mm
• Syncros Pro lock-on grips 

H'STEM 

• Syncros XR1.5 -8°
• Integrated Spacer & Top Cup
• 2014 Alloy / 31.8mm / 1 1/8"

SEATPOST

• Syncros FL1.5 / 10mm offset
• 31.6 x 400mm 

SEAT

• Syncros XR2.0 / CROM rails

WHEELSET

• Syncros XR2.5 6 Bolt
• F: 15x110mm, R: 12 x 148mm Boost
• 25mm Tubless ready rim / 28H / XD / DT RWS

CHAIN

• Sram CN GX Eagle

CASSETTE

• Sram GX / XG1275 / 10-50 T 

TIRES

• Maxxis Aspen / 2.25 / 60TPI Kevlar Bead
• TR Tubeless Ready / Dual compound

APPROX WEIGHTS IN KG

• 11.10

APPROX WEIGHTS IN LBS

• 24.47

GEOMETRY

TECHNOLOGIES

SW DROPOUTS

On the Scale, Spark and Genius we’ve redesigned all the parts that can give us significant benefits in terms of performance and functionality. On the previous model the support of the dropout was a bulky additional part molded to the carbon chain stay. The new dropouts are designed to be integrated on the thru-axle system thanks to a hollow tubular design that allows a simple and light weight structure. Available for SRAM and Shimano DM derailleurs, this dropout increases the stiffnessand avoids damage to the frame in case of impacts on the rear derailleur.

TRUNNION CONSTRUCTION

We have adopted the new Metric shock sizing standards with a Trunnion mount. Since the shock body now extends between the two lower mounting bolts, our suspension partners have more design space. This means the shock has more stroke for the same eye to eye length. Stroke on the 165mm eye to eye shock has increased from 38mm to 40/45mm.The Trunnion standard also offers structural gains. The shorter shock enables us to build a very compact frame and shock package, which integrates tightly to the seat tube. We managed to have a very tiny yet stiff linkage-lighter than ever. Thanks to the Trunnion mount construction, stand over height on the new Spark is very low. We are still able to realize a super compact full suspension frame and provide the ability to mount both a small and big water bottle.

The Spark family maintains the 165mm eye-to-eye shock length of the previous Spark 900 (our shortest shock), but realises up to 7mm more shock stroke. All Spark RC and most Spark and Spark Plus bikes utilize the FOX Nude shock, specially made for SCOTT:

-165mm Metric Trunnion shock

-40mm (100mm travel RC Spark line-up) vs. 38mm (old Spark)

-45mm (120mm travel Spark line-up)

By turning the Trunnion shock upside-down, we can fully integrate it into the frame which results in several benefits.Since the Trunnion mount is the same width as the down tube and mainpivot, we can have a very clean frame design in this critical area. The lack of tight transitions and small details allows for an efficient, continuous carbon structure. Carbon material added to reinforce the shock mount also stiffens the connection between the down tube, main pivot and bottom bracket, a key stiffness path.

The flipped shock also lowers the frame’s center of gravity helping to give a more planted feel when riding. Unsprung mass is reduced since it is the lighter part of the shock, connected to the linkage, not the heavier body which must move during an impact – the suspension system can react faster.Our TwinLoc remote cable can be routed cleanly into the down tube.

BOOST TECHNOLOGY

Boost is a hub and drivetrain standard developed by SRAM. Boost is built around a wider rear and front hub and enables stiffer wheels due to a wider spoke bracing angle. Boost 148 rear hubs move each flange of the rear hub three millimeters wider.

Boost is designed as a complete system so drivetrain performance isn’t compromised. Even though Boost pushes the cogs three millimeters outboard, the crankarm Q-Factor remains the same as the Boost system’s crankset utilizes front chainrings that sit a corresponding 3mm outward to ensure the required chainline. Boost cranks can onlybe used when paired with a 148mm hub. On the front the hub spacing is increased by 10mm to 110mm. Increased wheel stiffness and greater clearance for bigger tires are the main advantages of Boost technology. On our bikes, we wanted to go beyond the basics and reap all the benefits of this innovation by optimizing frame design and geometry.The 3 mm outboard chain ring adds clearance in the chain stay area that allows a substantial increase of the chain stay tube cross-section. Correspondingly,the stiffness in this part of the frame improves. Also, with a wider range of positions for the rear wheel, the frame geometry can be adjusted. We can shorten the chainstays for more agile handling.