2019 Fantic Integra 160 race

[Tim29]

Got a chance to run the 2019 160 integra Enduro race on trout pond enduro with a DH run.
Have to say they made some great improvements.
After reviewing the specs listed on it there a number of changes that’s not in print.
So here what i found in just a short overview of the bike not listed.
Crank arms are 5mm shorter, front forks are debon air rc3, fork offset is 42mm / standard vs is 51mm, mavic wheels are 29x30mm internal not 28mm of standard model.
So my first impression was i been wanting the 42mm offset and was excited to try it.
The 29er front has always felt a touch slow in tight sections and a bit more work in the tight stuff.
Well the 42mm offset ended that. Bike turns in lightning fast for 26er at a 29er, has the speed and chunk mobbing of 29er and is rock solid at speed. The bike feels 5lbs lighter then standard model with a lively feel and great pop, but just shreds the corners.
I expect this bike to get high reviews from all mags because as for now it’s best all around handling Ebike i have ridden.
I have never been able to throw a leg over a new bike at the top of a run and throw down a rec pace run Without a getting used to bike trail runs.

 

[Major Major]

Do you know if anything has changed for the 180 race? Fantic website still mentions the RC Lyrik, not the RCT3 so you’re right - not in print. Gotta say - I’m pretty stoked for a test ride on one, sadly not before March...

Any noticeable difference to your 180 on the uphill / flats? Better power transfer / efficiency?

 

[Tim29]

No the 180 climbs good, i only lock the rear on chunky climbs to reduce pedal strikes.
I didn’t do enough climbin on 160 race to give a true climbing comparison.
Looks like i will be getting one in a few weeks and after a few days of same trail data and times i will update if i find anything on climbing data.
Keep in mind i typically ride my 180 with a 27.5x40mm internal rear wheel with 2.8 DHR2.
And a 29x38mm with 2.6 hans damf up front.
But i do that a 36mm rear with a 2.6 she and a 32mm front with DHF.
I will end up swapping the tires and wheels between the two bikes to give fair comparison.

I didn’t get a chance to spec out the 180 race to see what’s different it’s not here yet. Hoping it comes tomorrow.

 

[Major Major]

Awesome, thanks. I appreciate all info on the Integra as it ticks most of my boxes and blows Spesh out of the water price-wise. I also have a LBS nearby so it’s near the top of the list right now.

Good reviews are lacking, sadly, so I will very happy to hear as much detail as possible. Thanks in advance.