The Deviate Cycles Highlander II is an all-carbon 29-inch trail bike engineered for riders who want confident capability across bike park laps, all-day rides, and weekend enduros. Built around Deviate’s high-pivot suspension platform, it pairs 145mm of rear travel with a 160mm fork for a balanced ride feel that blends agility, stability, and control on steep, technical terrain.
Key Benefits:
- Full carbon trail frame designed for versatile riding across varied terrain.
- High-pivot suspension layout with 145mm rear travel for composed performance on rough trails.
- 29-inch wheel platform for confident rollover and stability.
- 160mm fork compatibility and a 65-degree head angle for control on steep descents.
- UDH compatibility, threaded bottom bracket, and internal dropper routing for practical modern setup options.
Active Ingredients:
- Full carbon construction for a premium balance of strength and low weight.
- High-pivot suspension design to support traction and control on challenging terrain.
- 18T chain idler, fully sealed bearings, and bearing grease ports to support durability and maintenance efficiency.
How to Use:
- Build the frame with a 29-inch wheel setup and a 160mm fork.
- Fit a compatible metric 210 x 55mm rear shock and set sag to around 30% as a starting point, adjusting for terrain and rider preference.
- Use a suitable chainring size between 28T and 36T based on your riding style and local terrain.
- For best compatibility, use the specified headset, bottom bracket, rear axle, and drivetrain standards outlined by Deviate Cycles.
Product Specifications:
- Material: Full carbon construction
- Wheel size: 29 inches
- Rear travel: 145mm
- Fork travel: 160mm
- Suspension type: High pivot
- Frame weight: 3.2kg
- Sizes: S, M, L, XL
- Bottom bracket: 73mm BSA threaded
- Seatpost compatibility: Internal dropper routing, 34.9mm
- Brake mount: Post mount 180mm
- UDH compatible: Yes