The HD6 is the evolution of one of the most successful enduro bikes in history. Designed with input from our Enduro World Cup team and building upon our award-winning Ripmo and HD lines, the HD6 features increased travel, a completely redesigned suspension layout, and mixed wheels.- Fox Float 38 Factory 180mm travel fork
- Fox Float X2 Factory shock
- SRAM Eagle GX AXS 12-Speed drive
- Bike Yoke Revive dropper post
- Premium carbon frame with internal routing
GEOMETRY
The29″ front wheel, bolstered by180mm of travel, assures stability, whereas the27.5″ rear wheel allows for additional maneuverability. The165mm of travel skillfully manages any fallout. With a64degree head tube angle (one degree slacker than the current Ripmo), aBBheight similar to MojoHD5, and chainstay length identical to the current Ripmo (despite the27.5″ rear wheel), the bike maintains an equilibrium between agility and stability.
FIVE SIZES
In order to place every size rider in the same position over the rear wheel, theHD’s seat tube angles get steeper as frame size increases. With four sizes, this would have resulted in larger jumps in reach, so Ibis added a fifth size. The smaller increments across five sizes means that you can find just the right size. Ibis encourage riders to choose their bike size based on their desired reach and top tube measurements.
COIL COMPATIBLE
The upper link suspension layout is progressive enough to be sensitive off the top, yet supportive enough for the biggest hits. It is also compatible withallcoil shocks, for those longer race stages that can tax air shock performance.
DW-LINK
The suspension layout may be new, but it’s still DW-Link. The inherent efficiency means you don’t need an overdamped shock to climb well. Less shock damping allows the wheels to stay planted on the ground, providing more traction and that hover-bike feel that Ibis frames are known for. TheHD6climbs with a finesse that defies its enduro race pedigree.
TRACTION TUNE
Ibis' custom tuned front and rear suspension feature extra light high speed compression and rebound damping to deliver unparalleled traction. This allows the wheels to flutter through rough terrain like a trophy truck storming through a set of whoops.
BUSHINGS
Tired of buying bearings each season? So were we. That’s why Ibis have strategically employed bushings where they’re most effective and bearings elsewhere. TheIGUSbushings in the lower link are not only lighter and stiffer, they’re virtually maintenance-free. Ibis believe so strongly in them, they back them with free lifetime replacement.
LIGHTWEIGHT PREMIUM CARBON
All Ibis bikes are built from the highest grade materials and optimized for the best strength, weight, stiffness, and ride performance - no matter how much you spend. TheHD6frame is sub6lbs without shock and the complete range of Enduro ready builds weigh as little as32lbs.
INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING
Bikes that look pretty on the outside should look pretty on the inside. Ibis use carbon fiber tubes molded within each frame. Push the cable in, watch it pop out - a beautiful moment indeed.
PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT
A thick rubber downtube protector deflects debris, while the chainstay protector features thick raised sections to help dampen chain slap noise. And the simple-yet-elegant linkage protectors stop mud and rocks thrown by the tire, keeping your beautiful bike beautiful.
