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LapierreXR
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Origin
The XR is Lapierre's full-suspension cross-country bike, and the latest generation pushed it firmly toward modern down-country thinking. A new vertical shock position lowers the unit in the frame, dropping the centre of gravity so the bike stays calm as speeds rise, while anti-squat near 100% at sag keeps it efficient under power. Two carbon layups — UD Racing (T800 + high-modulus) and UD Performance — and a ~1730 g frameset make it a genuine weight-weenie XC platform, with a flip-chip to dial geometry between pure race and down-country.
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Specifications
- Frame
- Carbon frame in two layups — UD Racing (T800 base + high-modulus) and UD Performance; frameset ~1730 g in size M
- Weight
- kg
- Drivetrain
- 1x12 cross-country drivetrain — SRAM or Shimano (build-dependent)
- Brakes
- Hydraulic disc
- Wheels
- 29in, tubeless-ready
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The verdict
+Strengths
- Light, modern full-suspension XC platform (~1730 g frameset)
- Vertical shock and flip-chip give tunable, calm handling
- Down-country-capable geometry broadens its range
−Weaknesses
- 120 mm and XC build limit it on aggressive trail/enduro terrain
- Top UD Racing builds reach near-flagship pricing
- Race-focused fit and tires won't suit every rider
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