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EUROBIKE 2015 | Zelvy Highlife enduro bike

01.09.2015
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While the Australian company Zelvy is still relatively unknown on the European bike scene, the unveiling of their new bikes could see an upturn in their reputation. We’ve taken a closer look at their enduro-specific Highlife.

Das Zelfy Highlife, als Base-Modell aufgebaut für 4.600 € erhältlich.
The Zelfy Highlife, shown here in the Base model, costs 4,600 €.

Up until now, Zelvy had purely created rims, bars and frame protectors from carbon – but their increased know-how when it comes to crafting with carbon has seen their collection grow to include two gravity bikes. While the Preston is directed towards downhill riders, the Highlife’s 168 mm travel renders it an appealing proposition for enduro riders. Initially, the Highlife will be available exclusively as a frame set and in a Base model. The frame features 168 mm rear travel and weighs 2.4 kg. If you mount some 160 mm forks, the resulting head angle will be 65.5°. The chainstays measure 448 mm and the effective toptube length is 600 mm (medium frame).

Der Hinterbau wurde mit virtuellem Drehpunkt konstruiert.
The rear features a floating pivot design.
Der Unterbodenschutz aus Carbon übernimmt gleichzeitig die Zugführung.
The bashguard made of carbon also doubles as a cover for the cables.

The Base model will come with a price tag of 4,600 €, which includes worldwide delivery. Spec:

Forks: SR SUNTOUR Auron OR xfusion Vector HLR Air
Shox: X-Fusion Vector HLR Air
Wheels: Zelvy Carbon rims with DT Comp spokes und FUNN hubs
Drivetrain: XO1 11speed
Chranks: FUNN Carbonation Solo
Brakes: SRAM Guide RSC
Stem: FUNN Strippa EVO
Bars: FUNN Black Ace Carbon
Chainguide: FUNN Zippa XM
Tires: MAXXIS EXO Tubeless Ready

Das Base-Modell kommt mit Zelfy-Carbonfelgen und X-Fusion-Fahrwerk.
The Base model features Zelfy carbon rims and X-Fusion suspension.
Auch die FUNN-Kurbel ist aus Carbon.
The FUNN cranks are also made from carbon.

Expect many build specs and configurations to be available, including the presence of FOX, RockShox, DVO and Hope parts. For more information head to: zelvycarbon.com

Words: Daniel Schlicke Photos: Sebastian Hermann

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