Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon 2022

Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon 2022

For over 10 years, our best-selling model; the Mega has been racking up awards on Enduro stages and in the press around the world. With 4 Enduro World Series titles to its name, the Mega has become an icon that is synonymous with racing. However, we never rest on our laurels and 2021 sees the introduction of the 4th generation Mega.

Since 2009 the Nukeproof Mega has been on a constant development to meet the demands of our riders and customers alike.

To optimise the weight, strength and stiffness, the Mega Carbon frame features a T700/800 UD woven carbon fibre frameset (Front and rear Triangle). The new carbon swingarms helps reduce the unsprung weight on the rear of the bike. Again, the Mega is available in both 27.5” or 29” wheel sizes, with both frame designs tailored around each wheel size. All forged part are also made from 6061-T6 Aluminium

After winning 4 Enduro World Series Titles in 3 years the all new design is an evolution of our ultimate Enduro bike. At the heart of the frame is all new suspension Kinematics, designed to be more subtle off the top, whilst remaining progressive and predictable . Anti-Squat is used to create an effective pedalling bike that can be thrashed through technical terrain. The useable SAG range is also widened to allow riders to tune the suspension to the trails. Other key features include:

  • All New Carbon chassis
  • Designed and improved suspension kinematics
  • Tube In Tube design for easy cable installation
  • All new Geometry
  • Optimised sizing/fit - Small to XXL
  • SRAM UDH
  • Now fits a 750ml water bottle inside the main front triangle!

The new Mega frame is optimised around the rider and weight distribution. The new geometry features dynamic saddle offset. Seat angles are optimised for each frame size and the seat tube itself is designed to take a longer dropper post if required.

Please Note: Due to severe delays in the bicycle supply chain, we have been forced to make some alterations to the specification of the component parts supplied with this bicycle. As a result the specification may differ from those shown in the images. Please refer to the specification table for accurate information.

Features

  • Enduro Bike
  • Nukeproof T700/800 UD woven Carbon Fibre frame
  • 160mm Rear travel
  • Comes with 3D Contored rubber protection and clear paint protection kits
  • Boost 148 Hub Spacing
  • Sizes Available: Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, XXL

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Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon 2022
Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon 2022
Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon 2022
Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon 2022
Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon 2022
Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon 2022
Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon 2022
Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon 2022
Nukeproof Mega 290 Carbon 2022
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Full Specs

Elite Factory RS Frame Only
Frame Nukeproof Mega V4 290 Carbon, 160mm Travel, ultra-strong monocoque UD Carbon Fibre frame, internally piped cable routing, ISCG 05 mounts, Enduro Bearings, Threaded 73mm BB, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured Rubber frame protection and Factory fitted clear paint protection kit covering TT/DT/CS/SS. Nukeproof Mega V4 290 Carbon, 160mm Travel, ultra-strong monocoque UD Carbon Fibre frame, internally piped cable routing, ISCG 05 mounts, Enduro Bearings, Threaded 73mm BB, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured Rubber frame protection and Factory fitted clear paint protection kit covering TT/DT/CS/SS. Nukeproof Mega V4 290 Carbon, 160mm Travel, ultra-strong monocoque UD Carbon Fibre frame, internally piped cable routing, ISCG 05 mounts, Enduro Bearings, Threaded 73mm BB, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured Rubber frame protection and Factory fitted clear paint protection kit covering TT/DT/CS/SS. Nukeproof Mega V4 290 Carbon, 160mm Travel, ultra-strong monocoque UD Carbon Fibre frame, internally piped cable routing, ISCG 05 mounts, Enduro Bearings, Threaded 73mm BB, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured Rubber frame protection and Factory fitted clear paint protection kit covering TT/DT/CS/SS.
Fork Fox 38 Float, Performance Elite Series, Grip 2 Damper, 170mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Black  Fox 38 Float, Factory Series, Kashima, Grip 2 Damper, 170mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Orange  RockShox Zeb Ultimate Charger 2.1 RC2 170mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Grey  
Shock Fox Float X2, Performance Series, EVOL, 2 Position lever, Custom LCM LRM tune, 230x62.5mm, Bearing End, 2x 0.3 spacer fitted.  Fox Float X2, Factory Series, Kashima, EVOL, 2 Position lever, Custom LCM LRM tune, 230x62.5mm, Bearing End, 2x 0.3 spacer fitted.  RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RCT, Custom LIN L1 HOTDOG S320 tune, 230x62.5mm, Bearing End, 2 bottomless tokens fitted.

Fox Float X2, Factory Series

OR

EXT Storia V3
Front Wheel Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm DT Swiss EX1700 SPLINE 30,29", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm  
Rear Wheel Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 6 Bolt, Shimano Microspline Driver, 148x12mm DT Swiss EX1700 SPLINE 30, 29", 6 Bolt, Shimano Microspline Driver, 148x12mm Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29", 6 Bolt, XD Driver, 148x12mm  
Tyres Front: Maxxis Assegai 29" x 2.5 WT, 3C MaxxGrip DD TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29” x 2.4 WT, 3C MaxxTerra DD TR Front: Maxxis Assegai 29" x 2.5 WT, 3C MaxxGrip DD TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II 29” x 2.4 WT, 3C MaxxTerra DD TR Front: Michelin Wild Enduro 29" x 2.4, GUM-X TS TLR, Rear: Michelin Wild Enduro 29" x 2.4, GUM-X TS TLR  
Crankset Shimano SLX M7100 12-Speed, Hollowtech 2, 170mm, 30T, 52mm Chainline Shimano XT M8100 12-Speed, Hollowtech 2, 170mm, 32T, 52mm Chainline SRAM X1 Carbon Eagle 12-Speed, 170mm, 30T, B148, DUB  
Shifter Shimano SLX M7100-IR, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV Shimano XT M8100-R, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV SRAM Eagle AXS 12-Speed, Black  
Rear Deraileur Shimano SLX M7100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus Shimano XT M8100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus SRAM XO1 AXS Eagle 12-Speed, Black  
Chain Shimano SLX M7100 HG 12-speed Inc Quicklink  Shimano XT M8100 HG 12-speed Inc Quicklink  SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed  
Cassette  Shimano SLX M7100-12, 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T SRAM XO1 Eagle 12-Speed, CS XG1295 EAGLE 10-50T  
Chain Guide Nukeproof Guide, 28-36T, ISCG-05, black Nukeproof Guide with Bash, 28-36T, ISCG-05, black Nukeproof Horizon with Bash, 28-36t, ISCG-05, black  
Brakes Shimano SLX M7120, 4 Pot Brake, Metallic Pads Shimano XT M8120, 4 Pot Brake, Metallic Pads  SRAM Code RSC Sintered Pads  
 Front Rotor 203mm 203mm SRAM Centreline, 200mm  
Rear Rotor 203mm 203mm SRAM Centreline, 200mm  
Handlebars Nukeproof Horizon V2 25mm Rise, Width - M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, XXL800mm Nukeproof Horizon V2 25mm Rise, Width - M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, XXL800mm Nukeproof Horizon Carbon V2 25mm Rise, Width - M780mm, L800mm, XL800mm, XXL800mm  
Stem Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, Black Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, Black Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, Black  
Saddle Nukeproof  Nukeproof  Nukeproof   
Seatpost Brand X Ascend internal with Brand-X Remote lever, M:150mm drop; L:170mm drop; XL/XXL:200mm drop Bikeyoke Divine Stealth with Brand-X lever, M:160mm drop; L/XL/XXL:185mm drop Bikeyoke Revive Stealth with Triggy 1x Remote, 31.6mm; M:160mm drop; L:185mm drop; XL/XXL:213mm drop  
Headset Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS  Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS Nukeproof, 44-56 IITS
Grips Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature  Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature  
Bearings Enduro Bearings Enduro Bearings Enduro Bearings Enduro Bearings
Weight(Size Medium) 15.7Kgs (Tubeless) 15.5Kg (Tubeless) 14.74kg (Tubeless) 3.82Kgs/8.4lbs (Medium)

Geometry & Sizing

 

Small Medium Large X-Large XX-Large
(A) Reach 430 455 475 495 515
(B) Stack 621.16 621.16 639.22 648.24 657.27
(C) Effective Top Tube Length 567.7 592.71 610.87 632.79 654.71
(D) Seattube Length 380 410 440 470 500
(E) Effective Seattube Angle 77.5° 77.5° 78° 78° 78°
(F) Seattube Angle (Actual) 71° 71° 71.5° 71.5° 71.5°
(G) Saddle Height at Saddle Offset 650 700 750 800 850
(H) Saddle Offset at Saddle Height 142.22 158.59 166.66 181.58 196.49
(I) Headtube Length 100 100 120 130 140
(J) Headtube Angle 64° 64° 64° 64° 64°
(K) Chainstay Length 440 440 440 440 440
(L) Front Centre 758.5 783.5 812.11 836.42 860.72
(M) Wheelbase 1197.48 1222.48 1251.09 1275.39 1299.7
(N) Bottom Bracket Drop 30 30 30 30 30
(O) Bottom Bracket Height 345 345 345 345 345
(P) Stand Over Height 725.16 724.41 722.92 730.78 736.07
(Q) Fork Travel 170 170 170 170 170
(R) Trail 132.33 132.33 132.33 132.33 132.33
(S) Fork Offset 42 42 42 42 42
(T) Axle to Crown  582 582 582 582 582
(U) Maximum Seatpost Insert 250 250 255 274 293

All dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated

Recommended Sizing

Help

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  • Where can I buy Nukeproof Bikes?
  • Nukeproof bikes, components and apparel is sold through an authorised dealer network. Check out our dealer locator for your local local stockist or preferred online store www.nukeproof.com/dealers 
  • Do your bikes come with Warranty?
  • All Mega frames come with a 5 year frame warranty (Please visit www.nukeproof.com/warranty for full info). Components will follow the component manufacturer warranty policy. Our Warranty policy applies to the original owner and processed by our authorised retail partners. To see their warranty process check: www.nukeproof.com/warranty
  • Where can I demo a Nukeproof bike? 
  • We run numerous demo's through the year at major events and with our dealer network. Check out www.nukeproof.com/demo for when we may be near you. If this is unavailable to you, you can always request a demo through your local authorised stockist.  
  • What size bike do I need? 
  • All our products come with a size guide. This is designed as an indication of the size that may suit you. If you are still unsure speak with one of our dealers who will be happy to help you pick the right size and model for you. 
  • How does you bike range work? 
  • Our range is named based on specification level. Not every Bike Frame will have each specification level, but in order of price they run: Sport - Race - Comp - Pro - Elite- Factory/ST (Reactor Only) - RS
  • Where can I buy touch up paint for my bike? 
  • Nukeproof have partnered up with paint specialist G-Paint to offer touch up paints for popular Nukeproof models. These can be bought direct from G-Paint's website HERE. 
Material: Ultra Strong T700/800 Monocoque Carbon Fibre
Fork Travel: 170mm
Axle to Crown: 582mm
Fork Offset: 42mm
Rear Travel: 160mm
Wheels Size: 29"
Max Tyre Size: 2.6"
Recommended Shock Sag (Measured seated): 30-35%
Shock Size: 230x62.5mm
Shock Hardware F: 25x8mm
Shock Hardware R: 30x8mm 
Sizing: S/M/L/XL/XXL
Headtube: 44-56mm Tapered Semi-Integrated
Headset: ZS44-28.6 - T2 / ZS56/40 - B8
Bearings Required: 4x F6802 LLU MAX, 4x 6902 LLU MAX, 2x F6902 LLU MAX-EA
Seatpost: 31.6mm (Internal Routing for Dropper Seatpost)
Seat Clamp: 36.4mm
BB: Threaded 73mm BSA
Rear Hub: Boost 148x12mm
Rear Axle: Sram UDH Maxle Stealth M12x1.0 180mm (Thread Length 13mm)
Chain Guide: ISCG05
Max Chainring Size 36T/34T Oval
Brake Mount: 180mm Direct Post
Protection: 3D Contoured Rubber Frame Protection for DT/SS/CS