Pivot Firebird V5 – unleash gravity The Firebird is an enduro bike for those who know no limits downhill and still want to be efficient uphill. Built from carbon and courage, it combines almost bottomless travel with astonishing climbing ability. On the trail, it feels so stable as if it were taking root – only these roots can fly. Riding fun without compromise – 165 mm of rear travel and a perfectly tuned geometry provide absolute control, whether on gnarly lines or high-speed descents. – Thanks to the flip-chip, you can adjust the character: progressive and playful or linear and grounded. – With the patented Swinger™ dropout system, you can easily switch the chainstay length to short or long – depending on riding style and terrain. As flexible as you The Firebird is available from XS to XL and in two wheel size options: – Full 29er for maximum speed and stability. – MX (Mixed-Wheel) for more agility and playful handling (size XS only available as MX). Practical, well thought out, ready to ride New on board: the Pivot Toolshed. An integrated storage compartment where your essential tools and spare parts are safely stored. Magnetically fixed, with clever pockets, silent, and always within reach – so you are prepared for any situation. Why Firebird? The Firebird is not only the race bike of the Pivot EDR pros but also an amazingly versatile all-rounder: – Direct, agile, and still confident at high speed. – Playful enough for big jumps, efficient enough for long climbs. – One of the best enduro bikes in its class – confirmed by international magazines and riders like Jeff Kendall-Weed. With the Firebird V5, you choose uncompromising performance that works not only on the racetrack but on every one of your trails. This is also underscored by the award as the test winner in the large enduro bike comparison test of Enduro Mountainbike Magazine 12/2025. Conclusion: "The Pivot Firebird Team XX is the kind of bike you understand after just a few meters – and after a few runs, you don't want to give it up. It climbs more efficiently than many trail bikes thanks to the DW-Link, shines downhill with the best balance in the entire test, and combines precise, direct handling with enormous reserves and one of the most versatile suspensions. With small adjustments, this very noble machine becomes the best enduro bike for 2026. Because in the end, it is precisely this mix of control, safety, speed, and adaptability that gives the Firebird the edge."