Niner now also rolls on small wheels and under a new Swiss roof

In Switzerland, the Niner Bikes brand has had to endure a number of sales changes in recent years. Now a young, small company called xMotus AG is taking on the cult brand. At the same time, Niner is also launching a bike with 27.5-inch wheels on the market for the first time, the "RIP 9 RDO V3".

Until now, xMotus AG has mainly focused on the distribution of fitness products. In October 2018, the fitness specialists expanded their sports radius and took on the distribution of Niner Bikes. But there's no need to throw your hands up in horror. Because Stefan Jakob, the man responsible, comes from the bike industry.

Following the relaunch of Niner in Switzerland, there is now also news of a new model. The US brand was known for designing bikes with 29-inch wheels. The "RIP 9 RDO V3" is the first 27.5-inch platform to emerge from the high-end forge and thus a new frame concept. For fans of large wheels, the bike is still available with 29-inch wheels

The "RIP 9 RDO V3" has 140 millimetres of suspension travel, linked via the in-house CVA suspension system. Adjustable geometry is also a must - the steering angle of the twentyniner, for example, varies between 65 and 66 degrees. Niner also guarantees more seatpost travel. The seat tube has been shortened so that variable seat posts with a stroke of up to 170 millimetres are possible.

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