The Supernought has been in the wild long enough to earn its name. It’s not a concept and it’s not here to be everything. It’s a dedicated downhill performance bike, refined around a single purpose: carrying more speed, with more control, in the roughest places you can point it.
Pair our most refined high pivot layout with 205mm of rear travel and the result is simple. The Supernought stays calm when the track turns violent. It carries momentum through roots, square edges, and braking bumps. It holds a line when the ground is trying to deflect you, and it keeps the bike working underneath you instead of reacting on top of it.
What happens next is on you. You brake later. You commit sooner. You choose lines that used to feel like a bad idea, then ride out the other side with a grin. No fluff. No filler. No compromises.
Supernought.
The Supernought has been in the wild long enough to earn its name. It’s not a concept and it’s not here to be everything. It’s a dedicated downhill performance bike, refined around a single purpose: carrying more speed, with more control, in the roughest places you can point it.
Pair our most refined high pivot layout with 205mm of rear travel and the result is simple. The Supernought stays calm when the track turns violent. It carries momentum through roots, square edges, and braking bumps. It holds a line when the ground is trying to deflect you, and it keeps the bike working underneath you instead of reacting on top of it.
What happens next is on you. You brake later. You commit sooner. You choose lines that used to feel like a bad idea, then ride out the other side with a grin. No fluff. No filler. No compromises.
Supernought.
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Intended Use
DH Race
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Suspension
205mm Rear / 200mm Front
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Wheel Size
Full 29er or Mixed (MX)
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Supernought Specs
Supernought Specs
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FRAME |
FRAME Supernought Full Carbon - 200mm Travel High-Modulus Carbon Fiber | Trifecta V2 High Pivot 4-Bar Suspension | One Ride Geometry | Enduro Max Bearings | 83mm Threaded BSA Bottom Bracket |
FRAME Supernought Full Carbon - 200mm Travel High-Modulus Carbon Fiber | Trifecta V2 High Pivot 4-Bar Suspension | One Ride Geometry | Enduro Max Bearings | 83mm Threaded BSA Bottom Bracket |
FRAME Supernought Full Carbon - 200mm Travel High-Modulus Carbon Fiber | Trifecta V2 High Pivot 4-Bar Suspension | One Ride Geometry | Enduro Max Bearings | 83mm Threaded BSA Bottom Bracket |
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FORK |
FORK |
FORK RockShox Boxxer Ultimate 200mm 200mm Travel | Charger 3.2 RC2 W/ButterCups | LinearXL | Rebound, HSC/LSC Adjust | Butter Wagon Tech | 44mm Offset | Maxle Stealth Thru-Axle | Gloss Black |
FORK RockShox Boxxer Select 200mm 200mm Travel | Delta RC| LinearXL | Rebound, HSC/LSC Adjust | Butter Wagon Tech | 44mm Offset | Maxle Stealth Thru-Axle | Gloss Black |
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REAR SHOCK |
REAR SHOCK Rockshox Vivid Coil Ultimate DH RC2 | LinearXL | HSC/LSC | Rebound | Externally Adjustable Bottom Out | Bearing Adapter Eyelets | R55/C30 | 225x75mm |
REAR SHOCK RockShox Vivid Coil Ultimate DH RC2 | LinearXL | HSC/LSC | Rebound | Externally Adjustable Bottom Out | Bearing Adapter Eyelets | R55/C30 | 225x75mm |
REAR SHOCK RockShox Vivid Coil Select RT | LinearXL | Rebound | 2 Position Compression | Bearing Adapter Eyelets | R55/C30 | 225x75mm |
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HEADSET |
HEADSET |
HEADSET Cane Creek 40 ZS49|EC49 | Sealed Cartridge Bearings | 6000 Series Alloy Cups And Materials | Sealed Steel Crown Race |
HEADSET Cane Creek 40 ZS49|EC49 | Sealed Cartridge Bearings | 6000 Series Alloy Cups And Materials | Sealed Steel Crown Race |
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GRIPS |
GRIPS |
GRIPS Forbidden 135mm length | Single Sided Lock-On | Black |
GRIPS Forbidden 135mm length | Single Sided Lock-On | Black |
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HANDLE BARS |
HANDLE BARS |
HANDLE BARS Burgtec Ride Wide DH Alloy 800mm Width | S1-S2:22.5mm / S3-S4:30mm Rise | 9° Backsweep 5° Upward | 35mm Bar Bore | Alloy |
HANDLE BARS Burgtec Ride Wide DH Alloy 800mm Width | S1-S2:22.5mm / S3-S4:30mm Rise | 9° Backsweep 5° Upward | 35mm Bar Bore | Alloy |
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STEM |
STEM |
STEM Burgtec Direct Mount 45mm Length | 35mm Bar Clamp | Black Anodized |
STEM Burgtec Direct Mount 45mm Length | 35mm Bar Clamp | Black Anodized |
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SEAT POST |
SEAT POST |
SEAT POST Burgtec Xpress Alloy 31.6mm | Black Anodized |
SEAT POST Burgtec Xpress Alloy 31.6mm | Black Anodized |
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SEAT POST REMOTE |
SEAT POST REMOTE |
SEAT POST REMOTE
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SEAT POST REMOTE
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SEAT POST CLAMP |
SEAT POST CLAMP Forbidden 7075 CNC Aluminum | 34.9mm | Black Anodized |
SEAT POST CLAMP Forbidden 7075 CNC Aluminum | 34.9mm | Black Anodized |
SEAT POST CLAMP Forbidden 7075 CNC Aluminum | 34.9mm | Black Anodized |
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SADDLE |
SADDLE |
SADDLE Fizik Gravita Alpaca X5 130mm Width | S Alloy Rail | Black |
SADDLE Fizik Gravita Alpaca X5 130mm Width | S Alloy Rail | Black |
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FRONT BRAKE |
FRONT BRAKE |
FRONT BRAKE SRAM Maven Silver Stealth Body | SwingLink | Reach & Contact Adjustment | Organic Pads |
FRONT BRAKE SRAM Maven Base Stealth Body | Reach Adjustment | Organic Pads |
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FRONT BRAKE ROTOR |
FRONT BRAKE ROTOR |
FRONT BRAKE ROTOR SRAM HS2 200mm | 6-Bolt | 2.0mm Thickness |
FRONT BRAKE ROTOR SRAM Centerline 200mm | 6-Bolt | 2.0mm Thickness |
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REAR BRAKE |
REAR BRAKE |
REAR BRAKE SRAM Maven Silver Stealth Body | SwingLink | Reach & Contact Adjustment | Organic Pads |
REAR BRAKE SRAM Maven Base Stealth Body | Reach Adjustment | Organic Pads |
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REAR BRAKE ROTOR |
REAR BRAKE ROTOR |
REAR BRAKE ROTOR SRAM HS2 200mm | 6-Bolt | 2.0mm Thickness |
REAR BRAKE ROTOR SRAM Centerline 200mm | 6-Bolt | 2.0mm Thickness |
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REAR SHIFTER |
REAR SHIFTER |
REAR SHIFTER SRAM POD Rocker MMX Clamp | AXS Controller | Rocking Actuation |
REAR SHIFTER SRAM GX DH 7speed | MMX Clamp | Single Click | Two Button Design |
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REAR DERAILLEUR |
REAR DERAILLEUR |
REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM XX DH T-Type Hangerless Interface | Overload Clutch | Replaceable Skid Plates |
REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM GX DH X-Actuation | X-Horizon |
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CASSETTE |
CASSETTE |
CASSETTE SRAM XX DH 12speed | XD Fit | 10-12-14-16-18-21-24T |
CASSETTE SRAM PG-720 12speed | XD Fit | 10-12-14-16-18-21-24T |
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CHAIN |
CHAIN |
CHAIN SRAM X0 T-Type 12speed | Links = S1:114 / S2:116 / S3:118 / S4:120 |
CHAIN SRAM PC1110 12speed | Links = S1:114 / S2:116 / S3:118 / S4:120 |
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CRANKSET |
CRANKSET |
CRANKSET SRAM XX DH 150mm | SRAM 34T Alloy Chainring | 55mm Chainline |
CRANKSET SRAM Descendant DH Alloy 165mm | SRAM 34T Alloy Chainring | 55mm Chainline |
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PEDALS |
PEDALS |
PEDALS |
PEDALS |
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UPPER CHAIN GUIDE |
UPPER CHAIN GUIDE Forbidden HD Guide |
UPPER CHAIN GUIDE Forbidden HD Guide |
UPPER CHAIN GUIDE Forbidden HD Guide |
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LOWER CHAIN GUIDE |
LOWER CHAIN GUIDE e.13 | LG1 Plus ISCG05 | 28-34T | DMB | Lower Roller |
LOWER CHAIN GUIDE MRP MXg Forbidden Custom Spec | 14T Roller |
LOWER CHAIN GUIDE e.13 LG1 Plus ISCG05 | 28-34T | DMB | Lower Roller |
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BOTTOM BRACKET |
BOTTOM BRACKET |
BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM DUB BSA 83 DH 28.99mm Spindle | DUB | Threaded BSA 83mm |
BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM DUB BSA 83 DH 28.99mm Spindle | DUB | Threaded BSA 83mm |
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FRONT HUB |
FRONT HUB |
FRONT HUB Crankbrothers Synthesis DH 110x20mm | 28-Hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized |
FRONT HUB Crankbrothers Synthesis DH 110x20mm | 28-Hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized |
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FRONT AXLE |
FRONT AXLE |
FRONT AXLE Maxle Stealth 6mm Hex Fitment |
FRONT AXLE Maxle Stealth 6mm Hex Fitment |
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REAR HUB |
REAR HUB |
REAR HUB Crankbrothers Synthesis Ratchet Ratchet Internals | XD Driver | 148x12mm | 32hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized |
REAR HUB Crankbrothers Synthesis Ratchet Ratchet Internals | XD Driver | 148x12mm | 32hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized |
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REAR AXLE |
REAR AXLE Maxle Stealth 180x12mm | 5mm Hex Fitment |
REAR AXLE Maxle Stealth 180x12mm | 5mm Hex Fitment |
REAR AXLE Burgtec 180x12mm | 5mm Hex Fitment |
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SPOKES |
SPOKES |
SPOKES Sapim Race Front: 2.0/1.8/2.0mm / Rear: Race 2.0/1.8/2.0mm | Black ED Coated Stainless | Black Brass 14mm Nipples |
SPOKES Sapim Race Front: 2.0/1.8/2.0mm / Rear: Race 2.0/1.8/2.0mm | Black ED Coated Stainless | Black Brass 14mm Nipples |
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RIMS |
RIMS |
RIMS Crankbrothers Synthesis DH Alloy 2.0 Front 31.5mm / Rear 31.5mm Internal Width | Tubeless Ready | Black with Grey Graphics |
RIMS Crankbrothers Synthesis DH Alloy 2.0 Front 31.5mm / Rear 31.5mm Internal Width | Tubeless Ready | Black with Grey Graphics |
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FRONT TIRE |
FRONT TIRE |
FRONT TIRE Maxxis ASSEGAI 29 x 2.5 | 3C MaxxGrip Rubber Compound | 60tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | DH Casing |
FRONT TIRE Maxxis ASSEGAI 29 x 2.5 | 3C MaxxGrip Rubber Compound | 60tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | DH Casing |
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REAR TIRE |
REAR TIRE |
REAR TIRE Maxxis DHRII 27.5 x 2.4 | 3C MaxxTerra Rubber Compound | 120tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | DH Casing |
REAR TIRE Maxxis DHRII 27.5 x 2.4 | 3C MaxxTerra Rubber Compound | 120tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | DH Casing |
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Included |
Included SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger |
Included Stans Sealant 200mm |
Included Stans Sealant 200mm |
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Included |
Included |
Included SRAM AXS Powerpack 1 Battery | USB Charger |
Included |
*Please note: we make every effort to ensure accuracy of the Spec Information, but they are subject to change.
*Please note: we make every effort to ensure accuracy of the Spec Information, but they are subject to change.
Size Guide
Size Guide
S1
S1
S2
S2
S3
S3
S4
S4
5'2
158cm
5'6
168cm
5'6
168cm
5'10
178cm
5'10
178cm
6'2
188cm
6'2
188cm
6'6
198cm
MX Geometry
MX Geometry
| Fork Size 200mm | S1 | S2 | S3 | S4 | |
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| A | Reach | 420 | 443 | 466 | 488 |
| B | Stack | 631 | 640 | 649 | 658 |
| C | Hori. Top Tube Length | 580 | 604 | 629 | 654 |
| D | Seat Tube Length | 400 | 420 | 440 | 470 |
| E | Seat Tube Angle (Effective) | 75.8 | 75.8 | 75.8 | 75.8 |
| F | Seat Tube Angle (Actual) | 68.9 | 71.0 | 72.8 | 74.3 |
| G | Head Tube Length | 90 | 100 | 110 | 120 |
| H | Head Tube Angle | 63.1 | 63.1 | 63.1 | 63.1 |
| I | Front Center | 781 | 808 | 835 | 862 |
| J | Rear Center | 431 | 446 | 460 | 475 |
| K | Wheel base | 1212 | 1253 | 1295 | 1336 |
| L | BB Drop | -10.6 | -10.6 | -10.6 | -10.6 |
| M | BB Height | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 |
| N | Stand Over | 750 | 760 | 769 | 777 |
| O | Fork Length | 601 | 601 | 601 | 601 |
| P | Fork Offset | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 |
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MX Geometry
Technical Info
Technical Info
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Rear Shock (Framekit)
Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate DH | Spring: S1=300lb, S2=350lb, S3=400lb, S4=450lbs
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Fork Length (Max.)
611mm
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Shock Length (Eye - Eye)
225mm
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Recommended Fork Offset
46mm, 48mm, 52mm
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Shock Stroke
75mm
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Recommended Headset
ZS49/28.6 EC49/30
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Shock Hardware
30x8mm Lower | Trunnion Upper
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Rear Dropout Spacing (O.L.D.)
148mm
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Bottom Bracket
83mm BSA Threaded
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Chain Line
56.5mm
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Max Chain Ring
S1: 34T S2: 34T S3: 36T S4: 38T
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Seat Post Diameter
31.6mm
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Brake Mount
200mm Post Mount
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ISCG 05
Lower Tabs Only
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Max. Tire Size
29 x 2.5
The industry’s only TRULYPROPORTIONAL geometry.
The industry’s only TRULY PROPORTIONAL geometry.
Things You Should Know
Things You Should Know
Things YouShould Know
Things You Should Know
01 Trifecta V2 Platform
02 Limited Lifetime Warranty
03 Hardware
04 Idler Pulley System
05 Modular Drop Outs
06 Frame Protection
07 Cable Routing
08 Sensible Standards
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Trifecta V2 Platform
Trifecta V2 Platform
The V2 Trifecta Platform allows us to fine tune kinematics for each bike. Our Factory Team wanted more sensitivity and grip. So we delivered a DH optimized leverage curve and braking characteristics. The end result is a bike that begs you to stay off the brakes a little longer and remains completely composed when the anchors are dropped.
The V2 Trifecta Platform allows us to fine tune kinematics for each bike. Our Factory Team wanted more sensitivity and grip. So we delivered a DH optimized leverage curve and braking characteristics. The end result is a bike that begs you to stay off the brakes a little longer and remains completely composed when the anchors are dropped.
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Limited Lifetime Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty
We stand behind the products we make. That’s why all our bikes are backed by the Forbidden Limited Lifetime Frame Warranty.
We stand behind the products we make. That’s why all our bikes are backed by the Forbidden Limited Lifetime Frame Warranty.
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Hardware
Hardware
The bearing-in-rocker design of our new forged Rate Control Linkage allows us to use locking collet axles and oversized bearings for easy maintenance and dependability. This option isn’t the lightest but trading a few grams for a long-lasting, easily serviced linkage, is a no-brainer.
The bearing-in-rocker design of our new forged Rate Control Linkage allows us to use locking collet axles and oversized bearings for easy maintenance and dependability. This option isn’t the lightest but trading a few grams for a long-lasting, easily serviced linkage, is a no-brainer.
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Idler Pulley System
Idler Pulley System
The Supernought sports an 18-tooth steel idler equipped with a solid lube bearing out of the box. The optimized tooth profile and our next-gen Race Guide are built to last and limit chain drop.
The Supernought sports an 18-tooth steel idler equipped with a solid lube bearing out of the box. The optimized tooth profile and our next-gen Race Guide are built to last and limit chain drop.
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Modular Drop Outs
Modular Drop Outs
Straight from the World Cup pits. By using modular dropouts we’ve added another level of performance tuning to your ride. Dropouts are easily swapped for different wheel sizes as well as meaningful geometry and weight bias adjustments.
Straight from the World Cup pits. By using modular dropouts we’ve added another level of performance tuning to your ride. Dropouts are easily swapped for different wheel sizes as well as meaningful geometry and weight bias adjustments.
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Frame Protection
Frame Protection
A quiet bike is a fast bike and a clean bike is less prone to problems, so we developed a full suite of custom frame protection to keep the noisy bits quiet and the hard to clean bits free from crud.
A quiet bike is a fast bike and a clean bike is less prone to problems, so we developed a full suite of custom frame protection to keep the noisy bits quiet and the hard to clean bits free from crud.
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Cable Routing
Cable Routing
The rear brake line is routed externally for quick and easy removal, servicing, and replacement. Derailleur cable and housing are cleverly secured by the bump stop on the head tube and a clamping cable port at the seatstay to eliminate rattling.
The rear brake line is routed externally for quick and easy removal, servicing, and replacement. Derailleur cable and housing are cleverly secured by the bump stop on the head tube and a clamping cable port at the seatstay to eliminate rattling.
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Sensible Standards
Sensible Standards
Threaded 83mm BB, 148mm boost rear wheel spacing optimized for DH cassettes, press-in headset cups – we only use what makes sense from a design and durability standpoint.
Threaded 83mm BB, 148mm boost rear wheel spacing optimized for DH cassettes, press-in headset cups – we only use what makes sense from a design and durability standpoint.