ForThe rider who demandsThe very best value without sacrificing performance, Ibis offersThe already amazing Mojo HD kitted out withShimano's proven XT group.The 2005 launch ofThe Mojo 140mm pioneered efficient, lighweight, long-travel suspension. For 2012, Mojo HD 160mmTakes it a step further, providing riders additional confidence in nearly every situation, while retaining uncanny climbing prowess.This isThe "one bike" you can ride everywhere. Mojo HD, put simply, setsThe bar inThis category.
Strengths: This is all in one bike that do it all. Climbs like an hard tail, descents like a DH bike, goes through rock garden without loosing the capability of continue pedaling and and moving on. It is an amazing bike!
Weaknesses: None so far (well, the price)...
Bottom Line:
This is the bike I has been dreaming about for a while. They do it all and I cannot wait till my next ride every time.
Really recommended!
Strengths: -Climbs like a goat and descends like a rocket !!!!!! If you descend very hard and jump.. you could change your RP23 !!, remember this is a enduro bike no dh !!
-The most important advantage is: Ibis´s Customer service !!
Weaknesses: -A little nervous bike because the wheelbase is short...
-Some times I've had my chain stuck between the front lower link bolt and small chain ring .
Strengths: Light weight, seems to balance uphill and downhill performance, looks good.
Weaknesses: Stock RP23 is undersized and under performs on this bike, I'm a bit heavier (210) and had constant bottoming out issues and eventually blew the shock. There seems to be lots of chatter regarding this issue, somewhat surprised that Ibis hasn't responded. This bike apparently comes with other shock options however when contact, Ibis does not have these options available... swapping a shock out after purchase seems to be a bad option.
Wheels - The Stans wheels (ZTR Flows) which come stock with most build kits have not performed well at all, they seem to be plagued with issues resulting from the build quality of the wheel, ie. the spokes constantly come loose due to low spoke tension and not using spoke prep.
Foam grips - needless to say these suck, mine lasted less then a ride, begs the question, why would you put crap on 5k$ bike....
Cost - I think that this bike is a bit overpriced, I think there may be some other bikes at lower pricepoint which perform as well. Are we buying the bike for the name and topportunityity to talk about it around the water-coolMondayday.. or because it is a reliable good performance bike.
I have only had the bike for a couple weeks and it has been to the shop multiple times or been down due to waiting for things to be fixed... Perhaps this may be bad luck however I suspect that the issues experienced are more deep rooted in the design and spec of the bike.
Bottom Line:
So, so bike which requires some upgrading after purchase to make it really perform.
Bike Setup: Mojo HD, XT kit, ZTR wheels, reverb dropper, fox rp23 (replaced with an RC4) and Talus 36.
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Submitted by
skyno
a All Mountain Rider
from San Francisco
Date Reviewed: April 8, 2012
Strengths: Climbs exceptionally well, descends even better! This thing will eat up just about any terrain. It truly is the one bike solution - now I have to figure out what to do with all my other bikes that will just sit and collect dust.
Bike Setup: Medium Frame, Blue links, XT kit, Fox Float RP23 & Float 36 RLC Kashima 160, Specialized Henge Comp Saddle, Deore XT FC-M785 175mm 10-Spd 38X26T crankset, Deore XTR Shadow+ RD-M985 SGS 10-Spd, Deore XT CS-M771-10, 10-Spd 11-36T, CB Mallet pedals, Stan's Flow Rims, DT Competition Black spokes, Ibis Hubs (20mm through axle front/12 x 142mm through rear), Maxxis Ardent 26x2.4 Front &n26x2.25 Rear - tubeless
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Submitted by
Bunjinjohn
a All Mountain Rider
from SoCal
Date Reviewed: April 3, 2012
Strengths: Climbs as well as my original Mojo, but goes downhill way better.
Weaknesses: Fox RP23 was overmatched by this frame. I replaced it with a Cane Creek Double Barrel Air.
Bottom Line:
I had a 2007 Mojo, and Ibis seems to have done everything I wanted to change about the Mojo, making it a little slacker, a lot stiffer and with a little more travel. Even being a little heavier overall (29.5 vs. 30.5 pounds), this bike climbs just as good at the old Mojo, which means it's still great. Even changing to a wide bar with a stubby stem didn't harm climbing.
The Mojo HD is a different animal than the original Mojo. I replaced the rear shock with a Cane Creek Double Barrel Air, which really makes the bike come alive. Switching from the Mojo to the Mojo HD, I didn't realize how much faster on the downhills I'd be, even on familiar trails, so much so that I was overpowering the Fox RP23. I find myself landing farther out on jumps than I had on the Mojo. The CCDBA is simply a burlier, yet far more sophisticated shock with no stiction, right out of the box. It should be an option on the HD.
I've had no chain suck (which was an occasional problem with the 3x9 setup on the Mojo), let alone chain drop that some posters mentioned with SRAM drivetrains. The frame, fork and rear shock combination is perfect for the rough, rocky, mountainous terrain around here. This is simply an awesome, confidence-inspiring bike. I jokingly call it my "foolhardy" bike because it taunts me to try more foolhardy things. The bottom line is that I'm extremely happy with this bike. It's not cheap, but if you live to ride trails, it's worth it.
Bike Setup: SRAM X9 2x10 drivetrain, RaceFace Turbine cranks, Chris King bottom bracket, headset and stubby stem, KS 950i seatpost, 725mm Easton Havoc bars, Fox Talas 36, Cane Creek Double Barrel Air rear shock, Industry Nine AM wheels, Hope Tech brakes (dual piston 7" front, single piston 6" rear) MRP skidplate, Crank Brother pedals
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Submitted by
mbikerguy
a All Mountain Rider
from ATL, GA
Date Reviewed: March 28, 2012
Strengths: Ultimate do it all bike! It more than lives up to all the positive reviews I read in doing my research. You can also use a 180mm fork.
Goes up and down hill equally well which is rare. Bike feels very stiff. Top quality workmanship and great customer support from Ibis.
Weaknesses: RP23 really needs the volume spacer kit from Fox.
http://forums.mtbr.com/ibis/anyone-install-fox-rp23-shim-volume-spacer-mojo-767381.html
Sizing seems to run on the small side.
Bottom Line:
One of the finest all mountain bikes ever made.
After all these years I finally have my dream bike.
It looks amazing in Vitamin P.
Bike Setup: 31.25lbs
Ibis XL X9 build
11 Marzocchi 55 RC3 Ti - 1.5
Kashima Rear Shock
Ibis tube protector
KS i950 Seat Post
Cane Creek 110 Headset
Rims converted to Stan's no tubes
Raceface Turbine Bash instead of third ring
Easton Flatboys
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Betarad
a All Mountain Rider
from Lahaina, Maui
Date Reviewed: March 11, 2012
Strengths: Attention to detail. Workmanship. Stiff and Burly. Unbelievable suspension. Ibis customer service.
Weaknesses: Umm....constantly dirty 'cause I ride it so much?
Bottom Line:
I know I've only had it for 2 months now, but I've gotta say how impressed I am with the climbing ability. With each of my last two bikes, climbing ability became better and better. I thought I'd seen it all with my El Guapo. Then came a crack in my EG's frame, and as fate would have it, the Mojo. I swear the HD's suspension and geometry creates some kind of force that pulls itself up and over obstacles.....the steeper it gets, the stronger the force. Roots? no problem. Rocks? easy money. All day long. No pro-pedal necessary.
Then just drop the seat post, point it downhill, and leave everyone trying to figure out what pro you've been training with.
This is by far the most complete, functional, flat out rippin' do-it-all package I have ever had. And the most I have ever had to pay for it. But I assure you folks sitting on the fence out there....it's so totally worth it. This will become obvious right away.
Similar Products Used: My last two bikes: Intense 5.5, Titus El Guapo
Bike Setup: Pushed RP23, Pushed 36 Talus converted to Float, XTR 3x9 drivetrain, Marta SL brakes 203/180, Reverb seatpost, I9 AM wheelset, 31 lbs.
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Gunnar-man
a Weekend Warrior
from Calgary, AB, Canada
Date Reviewed: February 18, 2012
Strengths: Very stiff, 12x142 Maxle, Direct mount front derailleur ( why wasn't this made standard years ago?) Beautifully designed, reputation of Ibis staff and customer service and, oh yeah, very stiff.
Weaknesses: Can be prone to chain dropping, depending on drivetrain.
Bottom Line:
I.
Love.
This.
Bike.
It feels great when railing downhill, going into a corner or pedalling up to the top. It is much more stable than my previous ride and feels substanially lighter, though it is only about 5lbs lighter at about 30lbs now.
The RP23 is a bit of overkill, as I don't seem to notice a difference in the Propedal levels on the trail. I have read that tnis is the case, given the dw link and leverage. I really like the 36 Float. Not quite as plush as my old 36 Van RC2 but much smoother than every TALAS I have tried. The bike climbs well enough that I don't feel like I need the travel adjustment anyways.
This was my first foray into the Shimano world since I switched to SRAM in 2005 and I have to say, I am impressed. Much more reliable and no more ghost shifting, like the XT of old. I did just recently switch my rear derailleur to an XTR985 Plus for two reasons: the first was that I hoped it would help negate some of the chain drop and second was that my XT broke off and needed to be replaced. Lucky me.
The Formula brakes are amazing. Amazing power and great modulation.
The price was a bit higher than I had ever planned on spending but supply and demand dictates the market price. And since it is such a damn good bike, everyone wants it.
If you want to CYA and buy one but are worried about the price, tell your significant other:
1) You won some money at the track/casino/playing dice and were able to afford the bike.
2) Your work's health and benefit plan changed and expensive bike purchases are now mandatory.
3) That this new bike is not new at all and is infact, the same bike that you were riding the last three seasons and that he/she never takes any interest in what you do and that hurts...really hurts....(this may be a little too dramatic for most people)
Anyways, if you want to be still climb to the top so that you can descend the descent
Similar Products Used: Damn, too many really...Banshee Rune, Ibis Mojo SL, Nomads, Hecklers, Blur LT's, Bullits (my friends like to ride Santa Cruz)
Bike Setup: Med 2011 HD, Fox Float 36 Kashima RLC, RP23 Kashima, XT/XTR drivetrain, Kings on Flow rims and Continental MK II, Formula The One, Reverb.
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benja55
a Cross Country Rider
from Portland, OR, USA
Date Reviewed: February 8, 2012
Strengths: The HD has many strengths. It's an extremely versatile bike. You can build it on the lighter side for general trail use or beefy for more FR/DH type stuff. Most importantly, it's just a fantastic all-around bike. Pedals like a dream going up, feels much lighter then it's weight (29lbs mine) but like everyone says, when you point it downhill, things get MAD FUN. It's the best MTB I've ever owned, and I've owned a lot over the last 20+ years.
Weaknesses: Cost. But really, it's worth it.
Bottom Line:
Is it possible these days to have The One Bike? The Do-It-All-Bike? Yep.
Hell, I thought my old Mojo SL was my One Bike until I tried an HD.
Bike Setup: Fox Float 160, Fox RP23, SRAM XO 9speed, Magura MT6 brakes, King Hubs, King BB, CC 110 HS.
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mimi1885
a Weekend Warrior
from Pasadena
Date Reviewed: January 30, 2012
Strengths: It's Ibis come one now, It's one of the most versatile bike I own. Spot on geometry, light, strong, quiet, ton of fun.
The bike does everything well climb, descend, active braking.
Weaknesses: I wish I can put Hammerschmidt on it :(
Bottom Line:
I set up the bike with 2 personality as I bought the limbo chip and second shock to be able to run 160 or 140mm, as well as the second set of wheelset, 650b. I've been very happy with my HD it's been a load of fun. The bike offer a very low CG feel and encourage lots of front wheel loft. It's even easier to manual than the Mojo.
It feel more solid than my Mojo throw the bike in the rough corner it just grips and keep on smilin'. One of the most impressive bike I've ridden in a while. Switching to 650b change the personality a bit fortunately both end accomodate the 650b without any mod, it offer a bit taller ride height but rolling over rough stuff feel very stable also makes for an easy tech climb too.
Highly recommend the bike, as well as the set up if you are only have room for one bike but want the feel of having more ride personalities. Swapping wheels is pretty quick if you already have extra cassette, shock take a bit longer but still quite simple. Get one.
Similar Products Used: Ibis Mojo, Maverick ML8, Santa Cruz Blur LTC, Ellsworth Moment, Seven Duo, Titus Motolite, Racer X, Too many to list
Bike Setup: Magura Wotan, Industry 9, XTR, Magura MT8, Tioga Psycho Genius also Pacenti Neomoto
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Submitted by
kbk
a Cross Country Rider
from Boulder, CO
Date Reviewed: November 7, 2011
Strengths: Wicked strong climber and rolls over anything downhill. Great that you can choose your own build.
Weaknesses: Running 2X10 Sram seems lots of chain drop, stock tires aren't really good traction in loose, foam handgrips lasted about 2 weeks. Took a couple months to get the order in at the bike shop (not their fault, backordered)
Bottom Line:
This is the only product I have ever given 5 chills to on MTBR.
Great bike. I got a "short travel" (for Boulder) bike earlier this year (Yeti ASR 5) because I wanted a fast climbing, nimble bike. I inherited some money later in the year and decided to get a "point and shoot" bike for trips to bigger trails (Moab, Fruita, etc) and opted for this bike. I hate to say it, because I'm rarely a fool about my purchases, but I think I chose poorly. Not this bike, but the Yeti. Yes, the ASR5 is a great bike! Yes, it is fast, but man the Ibis with 1.5 more inches of travel is stiffer, turns as well and I think it is a better climber.
This bike is a great technical climber. It is very stable as you go over square edges and slip over roots. While I think that the lower, longer center of gravity of the Yeti makes it love to rip turns a bit better, this bike really does bite into a good turn!
Going downhill is what I got this bike to do, and it's really an amazing confidence building. If you haven't ever ridden on a 6 inch or more travel trail bike, you have to go do it! Obstacles that would cause me to cringe before are now butter. 2-3 foot drops are no-brainers and rocks in the trail are things I now aim for rather than around. The HD really lives up to it's reputation as an amazing bike for descending. It will change the way you ride forever.
Overall, I would definitely recommend this bike. It is a great "one bike to rule them all" if you live in a place with rocks, roots, drops, etc. Ibis has good customer service and you can actually talk to people at their headquarters who help you with questions about setting up bikes or whatever your problem might be.
It's going to cost you a pretty penny, but it's far less than Specialized's carbon bikes! It's also nice to be able to choose your own build. I got the shocks I wanted, the gearing I wanted. I even got to choose my stem length!
Similar Products Used: Ibis Mojo, Santa Cruz Nomad C, Specialized Stumpjumper, Yeti 575
Bike Setup: Pretty much stock 2012 bike. Lyric 160 fork, X9 2X10 group, Formula RX, Stans hoops and Ibis branded hub, Fox RP23 Kashima. I use a Rockshox reverb post.
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Braco
a Cross Country Rider
from Slovenia
Date Reviewed: November 3, 2011
Strengths: Climbing, descending, fantastic cornering and unmatched design.
Weaknesses: Limited color choices.
Bottom Line:
I have experimented with Fox RP23 and Float 160 FIT RLC and 180 FIT RC2 for three months. RP23 was unable to follow very good Float 180. RP23 and Float 160 combination did not impress me. Than I tried a Fox 36 VAN 160 FIT RC2 and RC4. Great partnership. I got incredible balanced bike. Handling is very stable and precise. Fantastic DW-Link with coil suspension is so plushhhh. Traction is amazing. I think with VAN180 the Mojo HD would be a machine.
Bike Setup: Fox 36 VAN 160 FIT RC2 and RC4(2012), Formula The One, Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 ST, XTR...
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Submitted by
dmclemens
a Weekend Warrior
from Irvine, CA
Date Reviewed: October 11, 2011
Strengths: Pretty much everything. I'm shocked at how well this 160mm bike climbs, better than my '00 Santa Cruz Superlight with only 80mm travel. Feels like a rocket sled on the downhill too.
Weaknesses: None.
Bottom Line:
This is an amazing bike. It performs well in all situations. Suspension is super plush, but doesn't bog or wallow. I'm constantly in awe when riding this thing.
Similar Products Used: Mongoose Rockadile, Cannondale F600, Kestrel CS_X, Santa Cruz Superlight
Bike Setup: SLX kit, RS Lyrik RC Soloair fork.
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Submitted by
dmwbnd
a Weekend Warrior
from Denver, CO, USA
Date Reviewed: September 11, 2011
Strengths: Wicked ridgid. Lot of bike for the weight. Excellent geometry. Well thought out design. Climbs decently, desends like flowing water.
Weaknesses: Pricy, carbon, looks so good I am afraid to ride hard and damage it...
Bottom Line:
If you are a one bike quiver sort of rider, this is your bike. It will climb with your buddies on their 25lb trail bikes and will eat up the lift served downhills with your buddies on their 40lb tanks. It climbs pretty well, the rake makes it feel a little sluggish, but not really disadvantaged. I now swear by the dw-link - it is a dream to climb with. I never engage the Propedal and the bike never squats more than the sag on climbs. Absolutely no pedal feedback on climbs, making technical climbs feel like fire roads. On the way down, this bike wants to flat out go. It is very fast. Perfect combination of travel and geometry, Ibis really did their homework here. The bike rails turns, sucks up rocks, roots and bumps, and is butter on drops.
I cannot say anything bad about this bike. It is purely a dream. Get one, you won’t be disappointed.
Bike Setup: X.9 components, 2x10 compact gearing, Lyric solo air, RP23 shock, RS Reverb seat post, stans flow wheels with Specialized Purgatory 2Bliss tires.
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Submitted by
Strider McCash
a Weekend Warrior
from Angel Fire, NM, Colfax
Date Reviewed: September 9, 2011
Strengths: Climbs better than my 5 inch trail bikes and descends like a true downhill bike.
Weaknesses: Cost
Bottom Line:
I frickin' love this bike! I have had it a year now and I love everything about it. It climbs like a mountain goat and descends like a beast.
I have never been the type who can tell much difference in products. We have read the reviews about a tire and the review in 20 minutes long. I can never tell very much difference in one thing to the next.
The bottom line is this bike makes me faster on the uphill and faster on the downhill. That is all that matters. (One other thing of note, this bike is very durable and not in the shop all the time like my other bikes.) I love the bike so much, I bought one for my woman. She loves it too. She raves about how much better she can climb with it. Hers is 27lbs and 6.5 inches of suspension. Love it. I can't say enough about the bike.
If you are a serious rider who likes to climb as much as they like to descend and who rides technical terrain, get this bike, enough said.
