Developed in the mountains of the Pyrenees and the dirt jumps and shore trails of the UK, the BFe is the hardnut of the Cotic family. It has DNA from our classic SOUL trail bike, and was developed in response to some of our test riders and owners wanting something which moved the game on in terms of travel and aggression. Stiffness and strength were the top design priorities. Cotic's proven long fork Ultra Compact Geometry is featured but now certified for up to 160mm forks, whilst maintaining the same 'pin the front wheel in' attitude our hardtails have become famous for. Our favoured Reynolds 853 tubing forms the backbone of the chassis, its incredible strength allowing us to keep the weight down whilst maintaining the toughness expected for airborne activities. Oversized gusseted tubes are used throughout, and massive reinforcing rings on the head tube handle the big impacts. This gives the B-Fe incredible precision for those crux balance moves, and huge stiffness so you can get that snap out of the gate or haul through that rock garden.
Freeride, 4X, trail ride, downhill, jumping : BFe will do it all.
Too much for you? You need the SOUL.
Freeride, 4X, trail ride, downhill, jumping : BFe will do it all.
Too much for you? You need the SOUL.
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Cotic BFe Specifications
- Reynolds 853 tubing - 38% stronger than cromoly. Maximum strength at minimum weight.
- Large diameter tubing, including custom internal sleeve reinforced seat tube, combine with oversized oval profile stays to blend precision with strength.
- Bridge-less S-bend chainstays with Cotic Hexten gussets for improved fatigue life and massive mud clearance
- ISCG05 mount.
- Huge custom machined cowled dropouts with integral disc mount. Perfect alignment, every time.
- Geometry adjusted with commitment! Minimum 100mm travel forks, 160mm single crown forks no problem.
- Low slung design keeps the frame out of the way for those tight situations, and long top tube lets you ride up to the trails without breaking your back.
- No seat tube bottle bosses, so the saddle can be dropped ALL the way down.
- Steep seat angle and short 16.5" stays pin the front in for ultimate grip, handling and cornering ability.
- Sizes - 16", 17.5". The frames are designed to be compact and chuckable.
- Weight - 5.3 lbs for the 17.5"
Geometry and Sizing Chart
The chart is a guide to frame size. Ultra Compact Geometry means that the frames are small and long. This gives you lots of options in terms of setup for your chosen type of riding. You lot are just too different to say for sure, so drop us a line at size@cotic.co.uk and we'll be happy to discuss set up based on what you're riding at the moment.
The chart is a guide to frame size. Ultra Compact Geometry means that the frames are small and long. This gives you lots of options in terms of setup for your chosen type of riding. You lot are just too different to say for sure, so drop us a line at size@cotic.co.uk and we'll be happy to discuss set up based on what you're riding at the moment.
| Frame Size | Small | Medium | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Tube (centre-top) | 16" | 17.5" | |
| Top Tube Length | 22.75" | 23.25" | |
| Head Angle | 69° | 69° | |
| Seat Angle | 72° | 72° | |
| BB Height | 12.25" | 12.25" | |
| Head Tube Length | 100mm | 110mm | |
| All measurements based on 130mm travel fork sagged 40mm | |||
Component Sizes
Seatpost diameter: 31.6mm (wise to get a decent length one)
Note: was 30.9mm for frames sold before June 2009
Front Mech: 34.9mm (Top Pull)
Bottom Bracket width: 73mm
Headset: 1.125" only
Seatpost diameter: 31.6mm (wise to get a decent length one)
Note: was 30.9mm for frames sold before June 2009
Front Mech: 34.9mm (Top Pull)
Bottom Bracket width: 73mm
Headset: 1.125" only
Price
Price for other territories available on request. Available worldwide including North America.
Frame Powdercoat Colour:
To order please use the frame builder.
Price for other territories available on request. Available worldwide including North America.
Frame Powdercoat Colour:
- Battleship Grey
- Orange
- Grey
- Orange
- White Wrap (under the lacquer)
To order please use the frame builder.
