Pivot Firebird Team XX Eagle Transmission FOX Float X2

The Pivot Firebird occupies specific territory in the mountain bike world: not a trail bike stretched into enduro duty, not a pure downhill sled dragged back up the mountain. It was designed from the ground up for riders who want to climb hard, descend harder, and not carry the weight of that contradiction in their bike. Long reach, short chainstays, a 64-degree head angle, and Pivot's DW-link suspension add up to a machine that is genuinely fast in both directions — efficient enough to pedal to the top, composed enough to commit to whatever comes down.

The Pivot Firebird Team XX Eagle Transmission FOX Float X2 is the top build of that platform. SRAM XX Eagle T-Type Transmission electronic drivetrain, Fox Factory suspension front and rear, Reynolds Blacklabel Enduro Wide Trail carbon wheels on Industry Nine hubs, and SRAM Code Ultimate Stealth 4-piston brakes. At $11,699, it's a complete, uncompromising build for riders who race enduro, chase Strava segments like they mean something, or simply want the best version of a bike that doesn't make them choose between climbing legs and descending confidence.

The frame is carbon, built through Pivot's hollow-core molding process — a construction method that produces a notably light chassis for a 165mm travel enduro platform. The DW-link rear suspension, Pivot's patented dual-link design developed by Dave Weagle, manages chain growth and anti-squat characteristics in a way that keeps the bike efficient under pedaling load and composed under braking. The Fox Factory Float X2 handles 165mm of rear travel with full high/low-speed compression and rebound adjustment. Up front, the Fox Factory 38 GRIP2 fork delivers 170mm with the same Factory-level damper — one of the most capable forks available for enduro terrain. The 64-degree head tube angle sits at the slacker end of the modern enduro spectrum, paired with reach numbers from 445mm (S) to 515mm (XL) and chainstays that stay comparatively short to keep the bike maneuverable when the trail gets tight.

Design Benefits

1. DW-link suspension with Fox Factory Float X2. Dave Weagle's dual-link design is one of the most refined suspension platforms in mountain biking. It manages anti-squat and chain growth to keep the bike pedaling efficiently without bobbing, while remaining active and sensitive through rough sections. The Fox Factory Float X2 delivers full high/low-speed compression and rebound tuning — it's the shock that pro enduro racers run, and it's in the base build here.
2. Fox Factory 38 GRIP2 fork. The 38 chassis is built for enduro and aggressive trail riding — stiffer than the 36, designed to handle repeated high-speed impacts without flexing under hard braking. The GRIP2 damper is Fox's top-tier cartridge, offering independent high and low-speed compression and rebound adjustment. 170mm of travel, 44mm offset, tuned for the Firebird's geometry.
3. SRAM XX Eagle T-Type Transmission — fully electronic, fully wireless. The T-Type system eliminates the mechanical derailleur cable entirely. The AXS Pod Ultimate Controller mounts cleanly to the handlebar; the XX rear derailleur connects directly to the UDH dropout. Shifting is instantaneous under any load, mud doesn't degrade cable tension, and the 10-52 cassette covers enough range for sustained climbing and full-speed descents on a 32T chainring.
4. Reynolds Blacklabel Enduro Wide Trail on Industry Nine hubs. Reynolds' enduro carbon rims are built for impact resistance, not just weight — the Blacklabel construction handles the kind of repeated hits that would crack a cross-country wheel. At 34mm internal width, they properly support a 2.5" tire like the Assegai. Industry Nine hubs are known for their engagement speed (quick pickup out of corners) and long-term durability under enduro abuse.
5. SRAM Code Ultimate Stealth 4-piston brakes. The Code Ultimate is SRAM's top-tier MTB brake, with 4-piston hydraulic calipers and the Stealth routing that hides the hose internally for a clean build. 200mm rotors front and rear provide the stopping power the Firebird's speed demands. On steep, high-speed terrain, having a brake system with this much modulation and power is not a luxury — it's the difference between committing and hesitating.

Final Take

The Firebird Team XX is built for riders who know what they want from an enduro bike and don't want to compromise to get it. The DW-link platform, Fox Factory suspension at both ends, Reynolds carbon wheels, and SRAM's top-tier electronic drivetrain make a build that's consistent from component to component. At $11,699, this is the Firebird at its best — ready to race, ready to send, and specified to keep up with anyone pushing it.