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Description

ADVENTURE GRAVEL

Whether you're embarking on a multi-day backpacking trip or seeking out hidden trails, the Bend R6X is your ideal companion for off-the-grid adventures. Its stable yet agile geometry and comfortable upright riding position inspire confidence on any terrain, from gravel roads to singletrack.

GEARED TO GO

With mounts for racks, bags, and bottles, the Bend R6X is built for big adventures. Whether tackling rugged trails or long-distance routes, it’s designed for comfort, versatility, and hauling gear with ease. Load up, ride far, and embrace the freedom of two-wheeled exploration.

VERSATILE & CAPABLE

The bike comes with 45mm tyres as standard but allows up to 50mm rubber - so you get more grip, stability, and comfort on rough terrain. Plus, it's dropper-ready, accepting a 27.2mm internally routed dropper post for ultimate off-road capability.

SRAM APEX XPLR AXS 1x12 GROUPSET

Innovative and intuitive eTap shift logic and AXS connectivity keeps Apex delightfully distraction-free. The 1x setup with a 12-speed 11-44T cassette delivers maximum range with minimal fuss. Secure chain retention keeps your ride smooth, while hydraulic disc brakes ensure precise control.

FULL CARBON FORK

This full-carbon fork is built for smooth, precise handling with thru-axles and flat-mount disc brakes. Its tough-looking legs have three-pack mounts for extra gear and dedicated spots for a front mudguard.

MODERN GRAVEL WHEELS

These in-house wheels are solid for gravel riding. Reliable Novatec hubs, Sapim stainless spokes and brass nipples ensure durability, smooth rolling, and reliability on rough terrain. The combination of a 25mm internal rim width wide tyres means fewer flats, better traction, and a smoother ride. Ditch the tubes and run lower pressures for more grip!

MAXXIS RAMBLER 45MM EXO TR TYRES

The Rambler is Maxxis' most popular gravel offering. Tightly-packed centre knobs are ramped for rolling efficiency on hardpack roads and asphalt. The cornering knobs are spaced farther apart for control in variable conditions.

Components

FRAMESET
FRAME
ALX Advance Alloy Frame, 12x142mm Thru-Axle, Flat Mount Disc Brake Mounts, Carrier & Fender Mounts
HEADSET
FSA No.42/ACB Integrated Threadless Headset (1-1/8" - 1.5")
SUSPENSION
FORK
Polygon Full Carbon Fork, Rigid, 12x100mm Thru-Axle, Flat Mount Disc
DRIVETRAIN
REAR DERAILLEUR
SRAM Apex 1 XPLR AXS Rear Derailleur, 12-Speed, Wireless Electronic Shifting
SHIFTER
SRAM Apex 1 XPLR AXS, 12-Speed
CRANK
SRAM Apex 1 XPLR AXS, 165mm
CHAINRING
38T
CASSETTE
SRAM PG-1231 D1 XPLR Cassette, 11T-44T, 12-Speed
CHAIN
SRAM Apex D1 Chain, 12-Speed
BRAKES
FRONT BRAKE
SRAM Apex 1 XPLR AXS Hydraulic
REAR BRAKE
SRAM Apex 1 XPLR AXS Hydraulic
ROTOR
SRAM RT-Paceline A1 CL 160mm
WHEELS
REAR HUB
Novatec D792SB-CL-X12, 32H, 12x142mm, Black, Alloy, Centerlock
RIM
Alloy, Double Wall, 25mm Inner Width, Tubeless Compatible **
TYRE
Maxxis Rambler EXO TR 700x45c, Tubeless Compatible **
MAX TYRE SIZE
700x50c
INNER TUBE
Deli 29" x 1.75/2.125, FV, 51mm Valve, Black
CONTACT POINTS
HANDLEBAR
Alloy Handlebar 6061DB, 440mm, 125mm Drop, 16° Flare, 31.8mm
GRIPS
Velo Bar Tape
SADDLE
Selle Royal Terra Argo X7 Saddle (Black, Nylon Fiber Reinforced Base, Alloy Black Rail)
SEATPOST
Leadtec LCSP-62 Seat Post, 27.2mm, 350mm, 15mm Offset
STEM
Alloy, 70mm, 7° Rise, Ahead Stem, 31.8mm
PEDALS
Included
WEIGHT
BIKE WEIGHT
23.8 lbs (Size M)

*Specs subject to change based on availability

**Tubeless valve and Tape are sold separately

Geometry

  S M L XL
Wheel Size 700C 700C 700C 700C
Rider Height 5'3" - 5'6" 5'6" - 5'9" 5'9" - 6'0" 6'0" - 6'2"
Top Tube Length 520 550 580 610
Reach 364 375 396 416
Stack 563 612 621 654
Seat Tube Length 405 450 495 540
Chainstay Length 440 440 440 400
Head Tube Angle 70° 70° 70.5° 70.5°
Seat Tube Angle 74.5° 74° 73.5° 73.5°
BB Drop 72 72 72 72
Wheelbase 1030 1058 1078 1110
Head Tube Length 140 165 200 235
Bottom Bracket Height 282 282 282 282
Handlebar Width 420 420 440 440
Stem Length 70 70 70 70
Crank Length 165 165 170 170
Dropper 75 75 75 75
Standover 401  445  489  530


* All lengths in mm

Assembly

Your bike needs minor assembly before riding; use the tools and videos included.

As a guide, it'll take 10-40min depending on whether you're an experienced bike assembler or have little to no mechanical experience.

Side Note: Your cables will stretch during the initial bed-in period and must be adjusted by an experienced mechanic around 150km of riding.

Step 1

Unboxing Your Bike

Step 2

Bike Fit Setup

Step 3

Tyre Pressure Setup