"Best suited to enduro and all-mountain riding
Well-considered geometry and good-performing suspension
Fork and shock are suited to the bike and each other
Dropper post needs more travel and TRP brakes weren’t great
The Force is a great all-rounder, especially considering the price. The standard spec means that you won’t be trawling the web for upgrades right away and our expert testers thought the bike would easily keep up with other rigs costing double its price.

And as you grow and improve beyond the capabilities of its standard spec, the frame’s still got plenty to give and will respond well to upgrades. It’s a great enduro bike at a cracking price.

Race-built pedigree in a well-priced package with solid kit, but disappointing brakes let it down

Pros: Geometry and suspension kinematics are well thought out; Fox fork and shock give a balanced suspension feel; good spec for the price

Cons: 125mm dropper is a little short for a medium frame; TRP brakes let down a very good bike.