Warden
29/27.5
170
170
Warden - Raw
$4,059.00 USD
$5,799.00 USD
MX ENDURO
The Warden was designed for tech enduro and freeride lines. This MX model features 170mm of rear travel, with a new S1/XS size option to fit smaller riders. Whether you're hitting post-work laps or tackling big mountain lines, the Warden is a playful ride and our most composed descender.
SHIPPING IN 2-3 WEEKS.
*Updated decals for '25*
Complete bikes ship unassembled & require a full build. Due to supply chain challenges, components may be substituted for comparable parts without notice. These changes are made to get you riding sooner. If you have any questions, contact us at info@knollybikes.com.
Sizing
| XS (S1) | 150cm - 160cm |
|---|---|
| S (S2) | 160cm - 170cm |
| M (S3) | 170cm - 180cm |
| L (S4) | 180cm - 190cm |
| XL (S5) | 190cm - 200cm |
Geometry
Warden
FRONT TRAVEL - 170mm / REAR TRAVEL - 170mm
| Neutral | Slack | |
|---|---|---|
| Head angle | 63.25º | 62.5º |
| Effective seat tube angle | 77.75º | 77.0º |
| BB height | 356mm | 347mm |
| BB drop | 0.5mm | 9.5mm |
| S1 - X-Small | S2 - Small | S3 - Medium | S4 - Large | S5 - X-Large | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 431mm | 457mm | 482mm | 508mm | 533mm |
| Stack | 605mm | 612mm | 619mm | 628mm | 637mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 105mm | 115mm | 125mm | 135mm |
| Effective top tube length | 561mm | 589mm | 616mm | 643mm | 670mm |
| Actual top tube length | 557mm | 578mm | 608mm | 633mm | 657mm |
| Seat tube length | 330mm | 350mm | 390mm | 440mm | 490mm |
| Seat tube max insertion depth | 260mm | 280mm | 320mm | 370mm | 420mm |
| Theoretical saddle height (from BB axis) | 650mm | 700mm | 750mm | 800mm | 850mm |
| Seat tube angle (actual) | 70.8º | 71.3º | 71.8º | 72.8º | 73.8º |
| Stand over height | 670mm | 685mm | 715mm | 740mm | 755mm |
| Chainstay length | 434mm | 434mm | 438mm | 442mm | 446mm |
| Wheelbase length | 1214mm | 1243mm | 1277mm | 1310mm | 1344mm |
Check out the Dropper Post Calculator and other helpful resources on our Service page.
Specs
| Fork A/C length | 584mm (170mm inc. headset) |
|---|---|
| Intended use | MX |
| Fork travel compatibility | 170mm Nominal 29" mullet |
| Fork travel | Min / Max: 170-200mm |
| Rear travel | 170mm |
| Rear wheel size and recommended max tire width | 27.5" x 2.6" |
| Dropout/Hub spec | 12x 157mm |
| Shock hardware | M8x30mm lower |
| Seat post diameter | 31.6mm |
| Seat post inner depth | 300mm+ |
| Dropper post range | 220-240mm (S4 & S5 / Large & X-Large) 200-220mm (S3 / Medium) 180-200mm (S2 / Small) 170-190mm (S1 / X-Small) |
| Headset | ZS 44mm upper & ZS 56mm lower |
| Post collar | 35mm |
| Frame material | 6066 Aluminum |
| Internal cable routing | Yes |
| Chainguide mount | ISCG-05 (removable) |
| BB shell spec | 73mm BSA threaded |
| Chainline | 54-57mm with 55-56.5mm optimal |
| Rear brake tabs | Post mount 180mm |
| Two geo settings | Yes |
| Bottle mounts | Yes |
| Tool mounts | Yes |
Build kits
| Deore | Eagle 90 Transmission | GX AXS Transmission | XT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fork | Marzocchi Z1 29” 170mm, 44mm Offset | RockShox ZEB Ultimate 29" A3 170mm, 44mm offset | RockShox ZEB Ultimate 29" A3 170mm, 44mm offset | Fox 38 Factory 29" 170mm, 44mm offset |
| Rear shock | Marzocchi Bomber Air 205x62.5| RockShox Vivid Ultimate C1 205x62.5 | RockShox Vivid Ultimate C1 205x62.5 | Fox Float X2 Factory 205x62.5, CL RM | |
| Headset | Cane Creek 50 ZS44/56 | Cane Creek 50 ZS44/56 | Cane Creek 50 ZS44/56 | Cane Creek 50 ZS44/56 |
| Stem | RaceFace Aeffect R 35mm x 40mm | RaceFace Aeffect R 35mm x 40mm | RaceFace Aeffect R 35mm x 40mm | RaceFace Aeffect R 35mm x 40mm |
| Handlebar | RaceFace Aeffect R 35x780mm, 20mm Rise | RaceFace Aeffect R 35x780mm, 20mm Rise | Spank Vibrocore 35mm x 820mm, 25mm Rise | Spank Vibrocore 35mm x 820mm, 25mm Rise |
| Grips | Spank Spoon | Spank Spoon | Spank Spoon | Spank Spoon |
| Brake | Shimano Deore 4 Piston M6120 | SRAM Maven Silver | SRAM Code Silver Stealth | Shimano XT 4 Piston M8120 |
| Rotors | Shimano SLX 203mm / 180mm (6-Bolt) SM-RT66 | SRAM HS2 6 Bolt, 200mm / 180mm | SRAM HS2 6 Bolt, 200mm / 180mm | Shimano XT 203mm / 180mm (6-Bolt) SM-RT76 |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore 12spd M6100 | SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission | SRAM AXS Pod Controller | Shimano XT 12spd M8100 |
| Seat post | SDG Tellis (S1-S2: 170mm, S3-S5: 200mm), 31.6 | SDG Tellis (S1-S2: 170mm, S3-S5: 200mm), 31.6 | SDG Tellis (S1-S2: 170mm, S3-S5: 200mm), 31.6 | SDG Tellis (S1-S2: 170mm, S3-S5: 200mm), 31.6 |
| Seat collar | Knolly | Knolly | Knolly | Knolly |
| Saddle | SDG Bel-Air V3 | SDG Bel-Air V3 | SDG Bel-Air V3 | SDG Bel-Air V3 |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore M6120 30T OR 32T, 170mm | SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission 32T, 170mm | SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission 170mm, 32T, CL55 | Shimano XT M8130 30T OR 32T, 170mm |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano MT501 BSA, threaded | SRAM DUB BSA 73mm Wide | SRAM DUB BSA 73mm Wide | Shimano MT800 BSA, threaded |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore M6100 12spd, Shadow Plus | SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission | SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission | Shimano XT M8100 12spd, Shadow Plus |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100 12spd, 10-51T, Hyperglide+ | SRAM XS-1275 Transmission 10-52T | SRAM XS-1275 Transmission 10-52T | Shimano SLX M7100 12spd, 10-51T, Hyperglide+ |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100 | GX Eagle Transmission | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission | Shimano XT M8100 |
| Wheelset | Spank 359 HEX J-Bend 32h MX (MS) 29/27.5" | DT Swiss M1900 SPLINE 28h Straight-Pull (MS) 29/27.5" | Spank 359 HEX J-Bend 32h MX (XD) 29/27.5" | Spank 359 HEX J-Bend 32h MX (MS) 29/27.5" |
| Front tire | Maxxis Assegai 29" 2.5WT 3C MaxxGrip EXO+ | Maxxis Assegai 29" 2.5WT 3C MaxxGrip EXO+ | Maxxis Assegai 29" 2.5WT 3C MaxxGrip EXO+ | Maxxis Assegai 29" 2.5WT 3C MaxxGrip EXO+ |
| Rear tire | Maxxis DHR2 27.5" 2.4" 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ | Maxxis DHR2 27.5" 2.4" 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ | Maxxis DHR2 27.5" 2.4" 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ | Maxxis DHR2 27.5" 2.4" 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ |
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