The full-suspension Raft XC from Ridley impresses with its direct steering and steep seat angle, which together ensure precise handling and efficient power transfer. Its balanced geometry makes it a strong partner both in competition and on technically demanding trails. With 100 mm of travel, it offers noticeable damping and reliable control even at high speeds. The proven SRAM X01 Eagle drivetrain stands for robustness, precise shifting, and long-lasting performance.
The universal derailleur hanger (UDH) is the new standard in the cycling world. Not only is this derailleur hanger compatible with all modern groupsets, it also protects against derailleur breakage and chain drop. UDH has long been widely used in mountain biking, and Ridley is now bringing the technology to other segments.
The Raft XC is a full-suspension MTB with 100 mm of travel. The 100 mm of rear travel is performance-focused, and a remote lockout allows you to sprint with direct power transfer to the rear wheel.
Agile steering and a steep seat angle guarantee razor-sharp handling and efficient power transfer. Thanks to the longer wheelbase and the slacker head angle, you won’t lose time even on descents.
The Raft XC features a lightweight carbon fiber frame with mounting points for two bottle cages inside the front triangle. Additional mounting points allow you to attach tools or other accessories, such as a top tube bag.
| Frame | RAFT Full Suspension 7E8/Size M/RAF02As |
| Fork | RockShox SID SL Rush // 100mm |
| Rear Shock | RS SIDLUXE SEL+ RO 190X40 DB1 AWT 430SS A1 CY23 |
| Stem | Forza Stratos // 70 mm // Black Glossy |
| Handlebar | Forza Cirrus Pro Flat Bar // 740mm // 9° // Stealth Black |
| Seatpost | Ridley Dropper Post // 31.6mm // 125mm Travel |
| Saddle | Selle San Marco Shortfit 2.0 |
| Crank | SRAM X01 Eagle 175mm // 32T // Lunar Polar |
| Groupset | SRAM X01 1x12sp |
| Seatpost | Ridley Dropper Post // 31.6mm // 125mm Travel |
| Tyres | Barzo 29x2.25 XC Race brown-blk-blk G2.0 OEM HP |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle // 12s |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1295 Eagle // 10-52T // 12s |
| Front Brake | SRAM Level TLM DB |
| Rear Brake | SRAM Level TLM DB // Flat Mount |
| Front Wheel | DT Swiss X1900 Spline // 29 Inch // Tubeless Ready |
| Rear Wheel | DT Swiss X1900 Spline, 29er // TA 12x148mm // Clincher-TLR // 25mm Internal Width |
Ridley RAFT XC X01 Eagle / Bourgogne Red Metallic
Ridley RAFT XC T-GX L Lime Green
Stevens 2026 AVIOLO 9.1 HT / Black Mercury
