Deviate Highlander 150 MTB Frame with Fox Factory X2 Shock

Please note this is for the frame and shock only - image is for illustration purposes only.

The ultimate one bike quiver just got bigger.

Deviate have taken the unparalleled suspension action, gloriously sleek design and sweet spot geometry of the Highlander, slackened it slightly and switched it up to 150mm of smooth, responsive travel.

The Highlander 140 is designed to be the world’s most capable do it all trail bike, as happy on all-day back-country epics as carving turns at the bike park. The Highlander 150 shifts the focus a little – with that extra 10mm of travel and subtle geometry tweaks, it’s rowdier, with more of a descent focus, and can take the big stuff a little harder - whilst still being great all round machine.

The Highlander 150 doesn't just have more travel - the head angle is kicked back to 65 degrees for a little more high-speed stability and confidence when the going gets super steep. Additionally, the suspension leverage curve is more progressive which lends the Highlander 150 to coil or high volume air shocks.

High Pivot Point

Deviate’s high pivot point, and the careful idler placement, mean the suspension performance on the Highlander is the best of all possible worlds. The rearward axle path lets the bike flow over rough terrain, and as the idler location controls anti-squat, the Highlander has negligible pedal kickback and a deliberate anti-squat curve which eliminates pedal induced suspension bob. The unique kinematics of a high pivot point design maintains chassis stability and geometry under heavy braking, meaning aggressive riding is rewarded.

One bike - two flavours

Take the Highlander 140 for a nimble, trail-carving fun machine which still has the chops for some spicy stuff - or opt for the Highlander 150 for a bigger hitting rig, at home on the most technical of enduro tracks - but still makes you smile on the ups.

Anyone who already owns a Highlander 140 can change it up to a Highlander 150 and vice-versa by simply swapping out the rocker link - making the world’s most capable trail bike even more versatile. The Highlander 150 is still running 29” wheels and retains the Highlander's signature balance of stability and playfulness.

Features:

• 18t chain idler - completely silent with twin outboard fully sealed bearings with grease injection ports.
• 126 link chain - commonly available with no need to join chains.
• Sealed bearings - high quality double row, angular contact max fill bearings.
• Grease ports - fitted to all pivot and idler bearings in the name of riding all winter!
• Cable channel - clean lines and easy maintenance.
• Frame protection - bonded rubber frame protection from rock strikes and chain slap.
• 2.8” tyre clearance
• Boost 148
• Threaded BB
• Water bottle compatible
• Accessory mounting points

Component Standards:

• Rear Wheel: 29”, Boost: 148mm * 12mm
• Fork Compatibility: 29” 160mm with 44/42mm offset
• Bottom Bracket: 73mm BSA Threaded
• Headset: ZS44/ZS56
• Cranks: Minimum Q-factor of 168mm
• Chainline: 52mm
• Chain length: 126 links (widely available, no need to join chains)
• Max Chainring Size: 36t
• Shock Size: Metric 210*55mm
• Shock Hardware: Front: 30*8mm | Rear: bushing
• Brake Mount: Post Mount 180mm
• Seatpost Compatibility: Internal dropper routing with internal cable routing. 31.6”, Max Insertion Depth: Medium:- 300mm, Large:- 330mm (that's a 200mm Reverb at full insertion even on the M)
• Seat Collar: 34.9mm

Shock:

• Fox Float X2 Factory Shock
• Improved bearing ratio for metric sizes
• Matching 8-click HSC and HSR adjustment on GRIP2 forks and X2 shocks
• Updated compression ratios, 300psi max
• Improved high-speed rebound tunability via addition of VVC (Variable Valve Control)
• Increased control and decreased harshness via linear damping
• Ultra-low-friction, highly durable damper shaft finish
• Independent firm mode circuit, firmer lockout than previous Float X2
• Lower friction air seals
• Reduced length reservoir for better fit on more frames
• Finned inner body for improved structural rigidity and reduced hysteresis