Master of the gnarniverse. Bold claim. The SB165 was created to get after whatever you're getting after. The slackest sled in our lineup, with kinematics tuned for a coil-shock, the SB165 is at home outside the tape and trusted on the lines where mistakes can't happen. The SB165 already has you covered.
- We wanted the SB165 to rip and have a poppy, maneuverable feel on the trail, so we built it around the 27.5" wheel platform.
- At the heart of the SB165 suspension design is our patented Switch Infinity suspension system. Switch Infinity utilizes a patented translating pivot that switches direction as the bike moves through its travel.
- Tuned to rip on the gnarliest trails, built tough to handle tosses and nasty tech, with kinematics specific for a coil or high-volume air shock.
- The SB165 is designed to handle the steeps, so we made it low, long, and slack.
- Better decoupling of the chain forces allows the suspension to work more efficiently to absorb impacts.
- Chain Guide-ready out of the box with ISCG 05 mounts.
- Internally tunneled cable routing allows for clean lines and a quiet, rattle-free ride.
- An integrated headset allows for a lower overall stack height and cleaner carbon layup.
- Our linear system built by FOX is able to achieve infinite tunability and durability, which cannot be matched by traditional link designs.
- The ability to manipulate the leverage ratio without affecting the anti-squat characteristics is unique to Switch Infinity suspension.
- C-Series models feature small changes to the carbon fiber layup, enabling us to make a more aggressively priced carbon frame.
Build Highlights
- C/Series carbon fiber frame frame
- FOX Performance 36 fork
- FOX Performance Vanilla rear shock
- DT Swiss E1900 wheels
- FOX Transfer dropper post
- Shimano SLX
Frame - C/Series carbon fiber frame, Switch Infinity suspension technology, press-fit BB92, fully enclosed internal cable routing, sealed Enduro Max pivot bearings, integrated derailleur hanger, and axle
Fork - FOX Performance 36/180mm
Headset - Cane Creek 40 Integrated
Rear Shock - FOX Performance Vanilla 230 x 65mm | Steel spring weights: SM: 350lb, MD – LG: 400lb, XL: 450lb
Axles - Front: 15 x 110mm Boost thru-axle
Rear: 12 x 148mm Boost thru-axle
Rims/Wheels - DT Swiss E1900 30mm
Tires Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 27.5 x 2.5" EXO+
Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5 x 2.4" EXO+
Crankset - Shimano SLX 170mm
Chainrings - 30T
Bottom Bracket - Shimano SLX
Chain - Shimano SLX
Rear Derailleur - Shimano SLX
Cassette/Rear - Shimano SLX 10-51T
Shifters - Shimano SLX
Handlebars - Race Face Aeffect R 35 x 780mm
Tape/Grips - ODI Elite Pro
Stem - Race Face Ride 35 x 50mm
Brakes - Shimano SLX
Saddle - WTB Volt Custom
Seat Post - FOX Transfer 31.6mm | SM: 125mm, MD: 150mm, LG – XL: 175mm
SM | MD | LG | XL | ||
A | SEAT TUBE LENGTH | 380 | 410 | 450 | 495 |
B | TOP TUBE LENGTH [EFFECTIVE] | 567 | 598.5 | 621.5 | 649.4 |
C | HEAD TUBE ANGLE | 63.5° | 63.5° | 63.5° | 63.5° |
D | SEAT TUBE ANGLE [EFFECTIVE] | 77° | 77° | 77° | 76.9° |
E | CHAINSTAY LENGTH | 433 | 433 | 433 | 433 |
F | WHEELBASE | 1197.7 | 1230.2 | 1255.2 | 1285.2 |
G | BB HEIGHT [ESTIMATED] | 344.9 | 344.9 | 344.9 | 344.9 |
H | STANDOVER | 710.4 | 716.3 | 723.4 | 746.7 |
I | HEAD TUBE LENGTH | 104.8 | 110.4 | 121.6 | 132.8 |
J | FORK [AXLE-TO-CROWN] | 569.1 | 569.1 | 569.1 | 569.1 |
K | FORK [OFFSET] | 37.5 | 37.5 | 37.5 | 37.5 |
L | STACK | 594.9 | 599.9 | 609.9 | 619.9 |
M | REACH | 430.1 | 460.1 | 480.1 | 505.1 |
N | FRONT CENTER | 764.7 | 797.2 | 822.2 | 852.2 |