KTMMacina Kapoho Master CX-R
- Motor
- Bosch Performance Line CX-R120 Nm
- Battery
- 800 WhBosch PowerTube, removable upwards (PTTL)
- Travel F / R
- 160 / 160 mm
- Wheels
- Mullet 29" / 27.5"
- Frame
- Carbon
- Weight
- 25.3 kgManufacturer figure (size L / 48 cm, as listed on the product page)
Overview
The KTM Macina Kapoho Master CX-R (€5,199) is a mid-range build of the Macina Kapoho: Bosch Performance Line CX-R with 800 Wh, FOX 36E FLOAT 29" Rhythm 160mm 15x110 fork, FOX FLOAT X Performance 2P-Lockout 250x70 shock and Shimano DEORE XT M8200-12 ShadowES rear derailleur. Claimed weight is 25.3 kg.
The Macina Kapoho is KTM's long-running 160 mm all-rounder, aimed at both demanding climbs and descents and at long tours. It uses KTM's Straight-Line-Link (SLL) rear suspension and the DiMMiX concept, a 29-inch front wheel with a 27.5-inch PLUS rear wheel.
The carbon builds use the Bosch Performance Line CX-R (up to 120 Nm, 750 W peak), the alloy Kapoho 8973 the Performance Line CX. All run an 800 Wh PowerTube that is removed upwards from the down tube via KTM's Power Tube Top Loader (PTTL).
- 160 mm travel front and rear
- Carbon (CX-R) and alloy (CX) versions
- 800 Wh PowerTube with top-loader removal
- Mixed wheels: 29" front, 27.5" PLUS rear
Full specifications
Frame & suspension
- Frame
- Mac Kapoho PERFORMANCE CARBON 160|PT800 Bosch BDU38/M7270
- Fork
- FOX 36E FLOAT 29" Rhythm 160mm 15x110
- Rear shock
- FOX FLOAT X Performance 2P-Lockout 250x70
E-system
- Motor
- Bosch PERFORMANCE CX-R BDU3863 (BOSCH PT-CXR8P4)
- Display
- Bosch PURION 200 Display & Remote
- Battery
- Bosch PowerTUBE 800Wh horizontal - ABUS integrated lock IT1 (X-Plus key)
- Charger
- Bosch STANDARD Charger 4A
Drivetrain
- Rear derailleur
- Shimano DEORE XT M8200-12 ShadowES
- Shifter
- Front: Shimano MT500-L SP-Lever - Rear: Shimano DEORE XT M8210-12
- Crankset
- KTM E-TRAIL ISIS 160mm Q16
- Chain
- Shimano DEORE M6100-12
Wheels & tyres
- Front tyre
- Maxxis Minion DHF 3C-MaxxTerra/EXO/TR 63-622
- Rear tyre
- Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C-MaxxTerra/EXO+/TR 70-584
Cockpit
- Grips
- Ergon GA20
- Handlebar
- KTM TEAM Trail35 rizer25 800mm
- Stem
- KTM TEAM Trail35
- Headset
- Acros AICR intern 1.1/8"-1.5" angle lim
- Saddle
- Selle San Marco Ground Short Open Fit Narrow
- Seatpost
- KTM COMP dropper internal 30.9 T:150
Other
- Pedals
- MTB-Pedal alloy VPE-527 flat
- Max. system weight
- 144 kg
Manufacturer specification — source. Specs and prices can change; check with the brand or your dealer.
Macina Kapoho geometry
| Size | M (43 cm) | L (48 cm) | XL (53 cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube length | 430 mm | 450 mm | 480 mm |
| Top tube length | 600 mm | 620 mm | 645 mm |
| Seat angle | 76.5° (74.9°) | 76.5° (74.9°) | 76.5° (74.9°) |
| Head angle | 65.0° | 65.0° | 65.0° |
| Head tube length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay length | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1228 mm | 1250 mm | 1278 mm |
| Stack | 611 mm | 620 mm | 634 mm |
| Reach | 453 mm | 471 mm | 493 mm |
| Standover height | 830 mm | 830 mm | 841 mm |
| BB drop | 7 mm | 7 mm | 7 mm |
Source: KTM. Seat angle: second value in brackets as published by KTM.
Macina Kapoho: builds compared
Macina Kapoho range →| Macina Kapoho 8973 | Macina Kapoho Elite CX-R | Macina Kapoho Master CX-R | Macina Kapoho Master CX-R Di2 | Macina Kapoho Prime CX-R | Macina Kapoho Exonic CX-R | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €4,199 | €4,599 | €5,199 | €5,599 | €6,399 | €11,999 |
| Frame | Alloy | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon |
| Fork | RockShox 35 Silver TK 29" 160mm 15x110 | RockShox 35 Silver TK 29" 160mm 15x110 | FOX 36E FLOAT 29" Rhythm 160mm 15x110 | FOX 36E FLOAT 29" Rhythm 160mm 15x110 | FOX 36 Float 29" Perf E 160mm 15x110 | FOX 36E FLOAT 29" Factory 160mm 15x110 |
| Shock | Suntour TRI-AIR 3CR-Lockout 250x70 | Suntour TRI-AIR2 3CR-Lockout 250x70 | FOX FLOAT X Performance 2P-Lockout 250x70 | FOX FLOAT X Performance 2P-Lockout 250x70 | FOX FLOAT X Performance 2P-Lockout 250x70 | FOX FLOAT X2 LiveValve NEO Factory 250x70 |
| Derailleur | Shimano DEORE M7230-11 LG ShadowES | Shimano DEORE XT M8100-12 SGS Shadow+ | Shimano DEORE XT M8200-12 ShadowES | Shimano DEORE Di2 M6260-12 ShadowES | SRAM S1000 EAGLE Transmission 12-Speed | SRAM XX EAGLE Transmission 12-Speed |
| Brakes | — | — | — | Magura MT5 4-Piston - Spacer ABS PM-Discbrake WT:3mm | — | — |
| Display | — | Bosch PURION 200 Display & Remote | Bosch PURION 200 Display & Remote | Bosch PURION 200 Display & Remote | Bosch PURION 400 Display | Bosch PURION 400 Display |
| Weight | 26.8 kg | 24.9 kg | 25.3 kg | 25.6 kg | 24.9 kg | 23.8 kg |
Macina Kapoho Master CX-R: FAQ
How much does the KTM Macina Kapoho Master CX-R cost?
€5,199 (KTM SRP (ktm-bikes.at, EUR), VAT incl.). The Macina Kapoho range runs from €4,199 (Macina Kapoho 8973) to €11,999 (Macina Kapoho Exonic CX-R). Prices vary by country and dealer.
How much does the KTM Macina Kapoho Master CX-R weigh?
KTM quotes 25.3 kg. The lightest Macina Kapoho build is the Macina Kapoho Exonic CX-R at 23.8 kg.
What motor and battery does the KTM Macina Kapoho Master CX-R have?
Bosch Performance Line CX-R (120 Nm). 800 Wh battery — bosch PowerTube, removable upwards (PTTL).
How much suspension travel does the KTM Macina Kapoho Master CX-R have?
160 mm at the fork and 160 mm at the rear, on mullet 29" / 27.5" wheels.
What sizes does the KTM Macina Kapoho Master CX-R come in?
M, L, XL. Check the geometry table to compare reach and stack between sizes.
What is the difference between the Macina Kapoho Master CX-R and the Macina Kapoho Master CX-R Di2?
They share the Macina Kapoho frame platform and motor; the differences are in the parts — derailleur: Shimano DEORE XT M8200-12 ShadowES vs Shimano DEORE Di2 M6260-12 ShadowES; claimed weight: 25.3 kg vs 25.6 kg; price: €5,199 vs €5,599.
