2025 Pivot Firebird Pro X0 Eagle Transmission Bike
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More Than Just an Enduro Race Bike - Pivot Firebird Long-Term Review
Snappy, stable, adjustable, and efficient—the Firebird brings a lot to the table.
The latest generation of Pivot's Firebird enduro bike is a unique beast with an enticing set of skills. Despite its aggressive intent, it manages to balance big-hit capability with surprising efficiency on climbs. It's also got a lot of pep in its step for a 165mm bike. Marketed as the weapon of choice for Pivot's EDR racers, there is a lot more to unpack about the Firebird than just raw speed that makes it a compelling option for those wanting a long-travel bike.
Highlights
- 165mm rear wheel travel // 170mm fork
- 29-inch or mixed wheel options (XS frame MX only)
- Full carbon frame
- DW-Link suspension design
- 63.8 or 64.2-degree head tube angle
- 'Swinger' chainstay length adjustment
- Size-specific chainstay lengths
- 12x157 Superboost rear hub spacing
- Press fit bottom bracket
- High and Low pivot flip chip
- Leverage rate flip chip
- 'Toolshed' in-frame storage
- New cable port design
- Full downtube rubber protector
- Oversized straight head tube to accommodate reach & angle adjust headsets
- Sizes: XS-XL
- 10 build kits
- Weight (size Large, Pro XO Build): 35.28 lbs (16 kgs)
- MSRP: $6,499 - $13,699 USD (as tested - $10,349)
Strengths | Weaknesses |
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Vital Rating
- Climbing: 4.5
- Descending: 4.5
- Fun Factor: 4.5
- Value: 3.5
- Overall Impression: 4.25
About The Tester
Jason Schroeder - Age: 30 // Years Riding MTB: 19 // Height: 6' (1.8m) // Weight: 175-pounds (79.3kg)
A once-upon-a-time World Cup downhill racer turned desk jockey, Jason has spent years within the bicycle industry from both sides of the tape. A fan of all-day adventures in the saddle or flowing around a bowl at the skatepark, he doesn't discriminate from any form of two-wheeled riding. A SoCal native who doesn't spend too much time in any single place, you can find Jason camped out in his van most weekends somewhere on the West Coast.
View key specs, compare bikes, and review all the newest Pivot Firebird models in the Vital MTB Product Guide.
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Specifications
Product
Pivot Firebird Pro X0 Eagle Transmission Bike
Model Year
2025
Intended Use
Enduro / All-Mountain
Freeride / Bike Park
Rider
Unisex
Sizes and Geometry
XS MX (Low, High)
SM MX (Low, High)
MD MX (Low, High)
LG MX (Low, High)
XL MX (Low, High)
SM 29 (Low, High)
MD 29 (Low, High)
LG 29 (Low, High)
XL 29 (Low, High)
Sizes Additional Info
• Geometry adjustable via two-position flip chip in upper linkage
• Chainstay length (and resulting wheelbase) adjustable via two-position Swinger Dropout System; above values given for Short/Long positions, respectively
• Sizes SM-XL available with 29" wheels front/rear or mixed ("Mullet") setups (29" front, 27.5" rear); size XS available in mixed ("Mullet") setup only
• All specifications listed are with 170mm travel fork with 44mm offset
• Chainstay length (and resulting wheelbase) adjustable via two-position Swinger Dropout System; above values given for Short/Long positions, respectively
• Sizes SM-XL available with 29" wheels front/rear or mixed ("Mullet") setups (29" front, 27.5" rear); size XS available in mixed ("Mullet") setup only
• All specifications listed are with 170mm travel fork with 44mm offset
Wheel Size
29"
Mixed Wheel Size
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Frame Material Details
Hollow Core carbon fiber front and rear triangles, size-specific Proprietary Ride Tuning carbon layups and stiffness; molded seatstay, chainstay, lower down tube, and shuttle guard protection
Rear Travel
165mm
Rear Shock
FOX FLOAT X2 Factory, Kashima coating, trunnion mount, 205mm length x 65mm stroke
Fork
FOX FLOAT 38 Factory, GRIP X2 damper, Kashima coating, 44mm offset
Fork Travel
170mm
Head Tube Diameter
Straight, 1.5"
Headset
Pivot Precision, sealed cartridge bearings, ZS56 upper/lower
Stem
Phoenix Team Enduro V2, 7° rise
Length: 32mm (XS), 40mm (SM-LG), 50mm (XL)
Length: 32mm (XS), 40mm (SM-LG), 50mm (XL)
Grips
Phoenix Factory, lock-on
Brakes
SRAM Maven Silver, 4-piston, SRAM HS2 200mm CENTER LOCK rotors
Brake Levers
SRAM Maven Silver Stealth, tool-free reach adjust and contact point adjust
Drivetrain
1x
Shifters
SRAM Eagle Pod Controller, 12-speed, AXS electronic wireless
Front Derailleur
None
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission, 12-speed, AXS electronic wireless
ISCG Tabs
ISCG05
Chainguide
Upper slider
Cranks
SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission Alloy DUB
Length: 165mm (XS/SM), 170mm (MD-XL)
Length: 165mm (XS/SM), 170mm (MD-XL)
Chainrings
SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission, 32 tooth
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, 92mm PressFit
Pedals
None
Chain
SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission Flattop, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission XS-1295, 12-speed, 10-52 tooth
Rims
DT Swiss XM 1700 Alloy, 30mm width
Option: Reynolds Blacklabel Enduro Pro Carbon, 32mm width
Option: Reynolds Blacklabel Enduro Pro Carbon, 32mm width
Hubs
DT Swiss 350, 15mm x 110mm (Boost) front, 12mm x 157mm (SuperBoost+) rear with 36 tooth Star Ratchet freehub and XD driver
Option (with Reynolds Blacklabel Enduro Pro Carbon rims): Industry Nine
Option (with Reynolds Blacklabel Enduro Pro Carbon rims): Industry Nine
Spokes
DT Swiss wheelset
Tires
Front: Continental Kyrptotal-F, Soft compound, Enduro casing, 29" x 2.4"
Rear: Continental Kyrptotal-R, Soft compound, Enduro casing, 2.4"
Rear: Continental Kyrptotal-R, Soft compound, Enduro casing, 2.4"
Saddle
XS/SM: WTB High Tail Trail Pro Phoenix
MD-XL: WTB Volt Pro Phoenix, medium width
MD-XL: WTB Volt Pro Phoenix, medium width
Seatpost
FOX Transfer Factory dropper, adjustable travel, Kashima coating
Drop: 125-150mm (XS), 155-180mm (SM), 185-210mm (MD/LG), 215-240mm (XL)
Drop: 125-150mm (XS), 155-180mm (SM), 185-210mm (MD/LG), 215-240mm (XL)
Seatpost Diameter
31.6mm
Seatpost Clamp
Single bolt, 36.4mm
Rear Dropout / Hub Dimensions
12mm x 157mm (SuperBoost+)
Max. Tire Size
2.6"
Bottle Cage Mounts
One inside front triangle, one under down tube, plus accessory mounts under top tube; compatible with Pivot Dock Tool System
Colors
White Gold, YOLO, Purple Galaxy
Warranty
10 years frame, 5 years Pivot/Phoenix components, 1 year paint/finish/bearings
Weight
Miscellaneous
• dw-link rear suspension design
• Sizes SM-XL available with 29" wheels front/rear or mixed ("Mullet") setups (29" front, 27.5" rear); size XS available in mixed ("Mullet") setup only
• Geometry adjustable via two-position flip chip in upper linkage
• Chainstay length (and resulting wheelbase) adjustable via two-position Swinger Dropout System
• Rear suspension progressivity adjustable via two-position (progressive/linear) flip chip at lower shock mount
• Toolshed in-frame storage system in down tube; includes two custom storage bags
• Cable Port System internal cable routing, with integrated cable clips inside Toolshed hatch
• SRAM UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger)
• Compatible with aftermarket reach and angle adjust headsets
• Frame weight: 6.18 lbs (2.8 kg)
• Sizes SM-XL available with 29" wheels front/rear or mixed ("Mullet") setups (29" front, 27.5" rear); size XS available in mixed ("Mullet") setup only
• Geometry adjustable via two-position flip chip in upper linkage
• Chainstay length (and resulting wheelbase) adjustable via two-position Swinger Dropout System
• Rear suspension progressivity adjustable via two-position (progressive/linear) flip chip at lower shock mount
• Toolshed in-frame storage system in down tube; includes two custom storage bags
• Cable Port System internal cable routing, with integrated cable clips inside Toolshed hatch
• SRAM UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger)
• Compatible with aftermarket reach and angle adjust headsets
• Frame weight: 6.18 lbs (2.8 kg)
Price
With DT Swiss XM 1700/350 alloy wheelset: $8,699.00
With Reynolds Blacklabel Enduro Pro/Industry Nine carbon wheelset: $9,899.00
More Info
Pivot Launches the All-New Firebird (press release)
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