Mach 4 SL: Pivot Makes Cross-Country Even More Relaxed
Pivot has redesigned the Mach 4 SL, consistently tailoring the bike for modern cross-country and marathon racing. The model was developed with feedback from World Cup and marathon riders. The goal was to create a lightweight, efficient, and yet controllable bike for fast, technical courses.
The frame is made of high-modulus carbon and is designed to offer an exceptionally good stiffness-to-weight ratio.
Every crank rotation is designed to translate as directly as possible into forward momentum. The new geometry and revised kinematics are intended to ensure precise handling, a smooth ride, and efficiency, regardless of speed and terrain.The Mach 4 SL can be ridden with 110 to 120 millimeters of travel. This allows it to be adapted to the route, race distance, and riding style—from short XC races to long marathon stages to fast laps on your local trail. Integrated cable ports keep the cockpit tidy. The Toolshed storage in the down tube provides space for tools and other essential gear.
Gunnar Holmgren of the Pivot Cycles OTE XC Racing Team describes the bike as follows: “The Mach 4 SL is built for racing on modern World Cup XC courses. These are fast, technical, and you’re always riding at the limit. The Mach 4 SL climbs extremely efficiently and performs even where the trails get more extreme. Not just in races, but on every ride. The geometry and suspension provide both stability and precise handling, so you can push harder for longer and brake later.”
The Mach 4 SL is available in several trim levels. The Team Build features an exceptionally lightweight setup with Fox Factory suspension and SRAM XX SL Eagle drivetrain. The Team Flight Attendant Build complements this concept with RockShox SID Ultimate Flight Attendant and electronic suspension adjustment for varying terrain. The Pro Build combines factory-level suspension with SRAM X0 Eagle drivetrain. The Expert Build features Shimano XT Di2 and Fox Performance suspension. The entry-level model is the Ride Build, equipped with a Fox Performance 34 Stepcast fork, Fox Float shock, and SRAM Eagle 70/90 drivetrain.
All models are based on the same Highmod carbon frame. Additionally, the Mach 4 SL is available as a frameset. The bike is offered in Blue Stellar Fade and White Avalanche. Prices start at 6,199 euros.
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