Intense Cycles M3 Mountain Bike Frame - 2008

The Intense M3 intimidates DH race courses here in the USA and all over the UCI World Cup circuit, and it is simply one of the most advanced downhill racing frames ever designed. With 9.5 inches of travel, Virtual Pivot Point technology, and Intense’s impeccable reputation for build quality, the M3 is a benchmark-setting race rig that handles huge air with the confidence of a champion, and machs through rock gardens, rutted sweepers and open washboard straights like a welded aluminum bullet. VPP technology gives the M3 a calm demeanor in white-knuckle terrain, by creating opposing forces within the four-bar linkage to suck up big bumps and extend into hollows without loss of dampening. It also creates a stable pedaling platform, increasing traction and preserving power with very little “pedal bob” even going uphill. Like all Intense frames, the M3 is welded by hand in the United States, using proprietary Easton aluminum tubing in the frame and in-house CNC-machined 6061 aluminum for linkage components. Weighing in at below eleven pounds for the frame and shock, it is surprisingly light, but has proven its durability time and again with podium appearances in every nation on the World Cup circuit. Without moving up to this year’s evolution of the same frame, the M6, you will not find its equal anywhere. DISCLAIMER: Bike is NOT ready to ride and requires assembly by a certified bike mechanic. We will not be held liable for injuries you cause to yourself or others through the use (or misuse) of this product. So don't be stupid.

Bottom Line: Pure and unadulterated downhill domination.

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