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DV9

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Inspired by the World Cup Race Winning Exie USA, the DV9 features a rowdy-but-not-too-rowdy 66.5° head angle and ultra-playful 425mm chainstays. A low standover improves fit for the inseam-challenged rider, while size-specific seat tube angles give riders of all heights an efficient yet enjoyable riding position.

Whether you prefer the cushy and confident ride that 2.6” tires deliver or the blazing speed of weight-conscious 2.25” rubber, we’ve got you covered.

Internal cable routing used to be a pain in the ass but our internal tubes make routing easy. Just pop the housing through and it comes out the other end, no need for swear words or a pickset.

Our thick rubber downtube and chainstay protection help dampen noise and protect the frame. We’ve also included a simple-yet-elegant adjustable top guide that allows you to drop the hammer, not your chain.

The DV9 has clearance for two water bottles inside the front triangle of every size frame. Even the small.

At Ibis Cycles, we believe that everyone deserves a high-quality bike, regardless of their budget. The idea for the DV9 came during a NICA high school Cross Country Mountain bike race. While coaching his daughter’s team, Ibis CEO and partner Hans Heim noticed many athletes were at a disadvantage due to their equipment.
Determined to level the playing field, he developed the DV9 and our award-winning Aluminum Frame models. His vision with the DV9? Create a fast, light weight, versatile bike, that you could pay for with a summer job.

If it’s our fault, we’ll fix it. Simple as that.
DV9 Geometry
120mm Fork (530mm axle to crown)
Nominal Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Seat Tube Length | A | 356 14 | 406 16 | 457 18 | 508 20 |
Top Tube Length | B | 580 22.8 | 608 23.9 | 640 25.2 | 675 26.6 |
Head Tube Length | C | 85 3.3 | 95 3.7 | 110 4.3 | 135 5.3 |
Chainstay Length | D | 425 16.7 | 425 16.7 | 425 16.7 | 425 16.7 |
Seat Tube Angle | E | 74° 74° | 74.5° 74.5° | 75° 75° | 76° 76° |
Saddle Height for Seat Tube Angle | F | 650 25.6 | 700 27.6 | 750 29.5 | 820 32.3 |
Head Tube Angle | G | 66.5° 66.5° | 66.5° 66.5° | 66.5° 66.5° | 66.5° 66.5° |
Wheelbase | H | 1100 43.3 | 1145 45.1 | 1186 46.7 | 1237 48.7 |
Stack | I | 615 24.2 | 622 24.5 | 635 25 | 658 25.9 |
Reach | J | 404 15.9 | 435 17.1 | 470 18.5 | 511 20.1 |
BB Drop | K | 65 2.6 | 65 2.6 | 65 2.6 | 65 2.6 |
BB Height (with Rekon 2.6" Tires) | 308 12.1 | 308 12.1 | 308 12.1 | 308 12.1 | |
Standover | L | 693 27.3 | 714 28.1 | 762 30 | 776 30.6 |
Trail | 114 4.5 | 114 4.5 | 114 4.5 | 114 4.5 |
Sizing Guide (Rider Height)
Version | V2 |
Frame Material | Carbon Fiber |
Frame Weight | 1305g, 2.9 lbs (size large) |
Wheel Size | 29" (up to 2.6" tires) |
Front Travel | 120mm (compatible with 100mm–140mm) |
Axle Width | 148mm rear / 110mm front |
Seatpost Diameter | 31.6mm |
Rear Brake | 160mm Post mount / 203mm max |
Chainstay Length | 425mm |
BB | 73mm English threaded |
Chainline | 55mm chainline |
Chainring Clearance | Up to 34T (round) |
Derailleur Hanger | Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) |
Tapered Headtube | IS 41/28.6 upper, IS 52/40 lower |
Colors | Silver Lining, Electric Teal |
Sizes | S, M, L, XL |
Frame Warranty | Lifetime |
DV9 Specific FAQs
All our manuals are available here.
The short answer is no. We intentionally designed the frame so that a 27.5” x 2.8” plus tire would not fit. Mounting 27.5” plus tires would lower the bottom bracket too far, causing issues with pedal strikes.
That said, we wanted to make the DV9 as versatile as possible, so we made it compatible with high volume 29” x 2.6” tires. They deliver the same excellent traction and control you experience with 27.5” plus tires, without causing pedal strikes.
The DV9 is optimized around a 44mm offset fork. A 51mm offset fork shortens the trail (the distance between the contact patch and the steering axis), which can cause the front end to feel less stable.
No, the Fox 36 has a larger axle to crown height and stiffer chassis than the Fox 34. A 140mm Fox 36 will put too much stress on the frame's headtube.
Most 29” x 2.6” tires will fit on the DV9. Always verify there is a minimum of 8mm of clearance between the frame and tire at the tightest point before riding.
The max chainring on the DV9 is a 34t.
Yes, the max size oval chainring we recommend is a 32T. Not all oval chainrings are the same, so we recommend double checking clearance before installation.
Yes, the DV9 includes a chain guide mount and upper chain guide.
Upper guide ISCG 05 chain guides can be installed with modification to the ISCG 05 tab. The lower left bolt hole will need to be cut from the tab so there is no interference with the frame's shape. You can also use a bottom bracket mount style guide.
No, the DV9 does not support an unmodified Ibis ISCG 05 tab. Bash guards can not be safely mounted to a ISCG 05 tab with two holes.
Bikes with a Sram UDH derailleur hanger require a crankset capable of achieving a 55mm chainline.
55mm chainline cranksets include:
Sram Dub Wide Cranksets.
Shimano 120 Series Cranksets.
A variety of other manufacturers offer 55mm chainline cranksets. Verify with your preferred crankset manufacturer before purchasing and installing.
Check out our Bottom Bracket installation guide for 55mm chainline cranksets here.
Bikes with a Sram UDH derailleur hanger (Ripley V4S, Ripmo V2S, DV9) are 55mm chainline. The Exie is an exception to this rule and utilizes 52mm chainline cranksets.
Bikes with theIbis 142/148 derailleur hanger (AFs and past models) are 52mm chainline. The Hakka MX has a 45-47.5mm chainline depending on the brand/model of the crankset.
The DV9 uses 160mm post mount rear brake mounts.
To run a 180mm rotor, you'll use the following Shimano part number: SM-MA-F180P / P2
To run a 203mm rotor, you'll use the following Shimano part number: SM-MA-F203P / P
For more information, the following is a link to the adapter chart:
Complete bikes start at 25 lbs.
You can find torque specs for the DV9 in the tab on the right.
Many of our paints are available online via Rotaris (for 2024 onward) or My Perfect Color (for most previous models). Some automotive retailers have the ability to custom match paint.
The PMS color codes for our frames are:
- Silver Lining:
- Primary Color: PMS 8500 (M)
- Accent Color: PMS 545
- Electric Teal:
- Primary Color: PMS 316 (M)
- Accent Color: PMS 374
- Accent Color: PMS 5463
General FAQs
To see our general FAQs click here.
Dropper Post Saddle Height Calculations
Do not try to insert your post deeper than these measurements. Forcing the post can result in a seat tube failure.
Frame measurement | SM | MD | LG | XL |
---|---|---|---|---|
Center-to-Top (mm) | 356 | 406 | 457 | 508 |
Max Insertion (mm) | 180 | 250 | 250 | 270 |
Bike Yoke Revive
Measurement from center BB to center of saddle rail (mm)
Drop | Min/Max | SM | MD | LG | XL |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
125 | Min | 541 | 573 | 624 | 675 |
Max | 641 | 691 | 742 | 793 | |
160 | Min | 611 | 608 | 659 | 710 |
Max | 691 | 741 | 792 | 843 | |
185 | Min | 661 | 641 | 692 | 735 |
Max | 711 | 761 | 812 | 863 | |
213 | Min | 726 | 706 | 757 | 788 |
Max | 776 | 826 | 877 | 928 |
KS RAGE-i
Measurement from center BB to center of saddle rail (mm)
Drop | Min/Max | SM | MD | LG | XL |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
100 | Min | 512 | 562 | 613 | 664 |
Max | 594 | 644 | 695 | 746 | |
125 | Min | 544 | 587 | 638 | 689 |
Max | 634 | 684 | 735 | 786 | |
150 | Min | 594 | 612 | 663 | 714 |
Max | 674 | 724 | 775 | 826 | |
170 | Min | 647 | 633 | 684 | 735 |
Max | 707 | 757 | 808 | 859 | |
190 | Min | 687 | 667 | 781 | 755 |
Max | 737 | 787 | 838 | 889 |
Reverb AXS
Measurement from center BB to center of saddle rail (mm)
Drop | Min/Max | SM | MD | LG | XL |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
100 | Min | 521 | 571 | 622 | 673 |
Max | 616 | 666 | 717 | 768 | |
125 | Min | 566 | 596 | 647 | 698 |
Max | 666 | 716 | 767 | 818 | |
150 | Min | 616 | 621 | 672 | 723 |
Max | 716 | 766 | 817 | 868 | |
170 | Min | 656 | 641 | 692 | 743 |
Max | 756 | 806 | 857 | 908 |
Hardware | Torque Spec (Nm) | Thread Treatment / Notes |
---|---|---|
Rear Brake Caliper | 6 | Loctite 243 |
Seat Binder | 6 | Grease |
Derailleur Hanger Bolt | 25 | Dry (reverse thread!) |
Rear Axle | 12 | Grease |