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Lapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs vs BH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s

Lapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs, side view

Lapierre

Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs

BH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s, side view

BH

Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s

High endCross-countryFull suspensionCarbon2027
High endCross-countryFull suspensionCarbon2026

Close on the specs and the list price: here are their 17 differences, line by line.

Lapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs, side viewLapierreLapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs
BH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s, side viewBHBH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s

At a glance

  • BH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s has the higher-range groupset: Shimano XT 8100 shifters and rear derailleur, 12sp, against Shimano Deore XT M8250 12 vitesses.
  • Lapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs is the newer model (2027).
Key specs8 differences
Model year 2027 2026
FrameSame for all Carbon
As printed

Cadre : HIGH Carbon

 Carbon
As printed

high modulus carbon fibres (T1100 and T800) - Evo Carbon Lay Up

Suspension Full suspension, 120 / 120 mm
As printed

Débattement arrière : 120 mm

 Full suspension, 120 mm
As printed

Rear shock: Fox Float SL Factory Push to Lock, 190x45mm, DCM,DRM,CMF

Fork model Fox 34 FLOAT SL Factory series, Grip SL
As printed

Fourche : Fox 34 FLOAT SL Factory series, Grip SL, 120 mm+Remote

 Fox 34SC Factory Push to Lock Kabolt 120mm
Shock FOX Factory Float Factory Series, K, 185x50 mm, Trunnion+Remote
As printed

Amortisseur : FOX Factory Float Factory Series, K, 185x50 mm,Trunnion+Remote

 Fox Float SL Factory Push to Lock, 190x45mm, DCM,DRM,CMF
Wheelset 29" · DT Swiss XRC 1500 Spline, 30 mm, 15x110 mm, TR, CL
As printed

Roues : DT Swiss XRC 1500 Spline, 30 mm, 15x110 mm, TR, CL

 29" · Race Face Aeffect 32H 27mm internal
DrivetrainSame for all 1×12 1×12
Groupset Shimano Deore XT M8250 12 vitesses
As printed

Derailleur Arrière : Shimano Deore XT RD-M8250-GS 12s

 Shimano XT 8100 shifters and rear derailleur, 12sp Higher range
As printed

Shifters: Shimano XT 8100 12sp; Rear derailleur: Shimano XT 8100 12sp

Brake model Shimano Hydraulic Disc brake Deore XT BR-M8220 °Value not published by the brand Shimano M6100 180mm / Shimano M6100 160mm
Seatpost Dropper · JD Dropperpost YSI36 Dia. 31.6 mm
As printed

Tige de selle : JD Dropperpost YSI36 Dia. 31.6 mm, L: 390 mm, Travel: 100 mm 390 mm

 Dropper · Race Face Aeffect 31,6mm, 125mm Drop
As printed

Race Face Aeffect 31,6mm, 125mm Drop

Prices

Each model's retailers, delivered to your country, and their prices over time.

Lapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs

Lapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs

BH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s

BH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s

Character

The bike at a glance: the ground it is made for, how it handles, its gears and its equipment, beside the other bikes of its kind.

  • Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs · Mountain bike very demanding, rather high equipment.
  • Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s · Mountain bike rather demanding, neutral handling, rather high equipment.
Terrain
Lapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs 84%BH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s 65%3 bikes1 bike4 bikes2 bikes1 bike2 bikes2 bikes2 bikes1 bike1 bike1 bike1 bike2 bikes1 bike1 bike2 bikes1 bike1 bike2 bikes1 bike · BH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s5 bikes2 bikes2 bikes1 bike5 bikes · Lapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs2 bikes2 bikes1 bike1 bike
EasyDemanding
Lapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gsBH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12sother cross-country mountain bikes

Components and specs

Every spec line by line; the higher range of a component is marked. The technical groups are folded.

Ride type
DisciplineSame for all Cross-country
As printed

CONÇU POUR LES COURSES XC, LES MARATHONS ET LES TRAILS RAPIDES / course XCO

 Cross-country
As printed

Mountain > Cross Country > LYNX RACE (breadcrumb)

Frame and fork
Bottom bracket–Not given Shimano PF92
Seatpost diameterSame for all 31.6 mm °Value not published by the brand 31.6 mm
Suspension
Fork travelSame for all 120 mm 120 mm
Rear travel 120 mm –Not given
Drivetrain4 differences
Groupset brandSame for all Shimano
As printed

Derailleur Arrière : Shimano Deore XT RD-M8250-GS 12s

 Shimano
As printed

Shifters: Shimano XT 8100 12sp; Rear derailleur: Shimano XT 8100 12sp

Mixed groupset–Not given no
ShiftingSame for all Mechanical °Value not published by the brand
As printed

Shimano Deore XT RD-M8250-GS 12s Shimano Triggershift Deore XT SW-M8250-IR, I-SPEC EV

 Mechanical °Value not published by the brand
As printed

Shimano XT 12sp Shimano XT

ChainringsSame for all 1 °Value not published by the brand 1 °Value not published by the brand
Gears at the backSame for all 12 12
Chainring teeth Deore XT FC-M8200, HOLLOWTECH 2
As printed

Pédalier : Deore XT FC-M8200, HOLLOWTECH 2

 Shimano XT 8120 175mm 34T 55mm Higher range
Cassette Shimano Deore XT CS-M8200-12, MICRO SPLINE
As printed

Cassette : Shimano Deore XT CS-M8200-12, MICRO SPLINE

 Shimano XT 8100 10/51 Higher range
Rear derailleur Shimano Deore XT RD-M8250-GS 12s °Value not published by the brand Shimano XT 12sp °Value not published by the brandHigher range
Shifters Shimano Triggershift Deore XT SW-M8250-IR, I-SPEC EV °Value not published by the brand Shimano XT °Value not published by the brandHigher range
Crank length–Not given 175 mm
Brakes
BrakesSame for all Hydraulic disc °Value not published by the brand
As printed

Shimano XT Disque hydraulique

 Hydraulic disc °Value not published by the brand
As printed

Shimano Deore Disque hydraulique

Wheels and tyres2 differences
Wheel sizeSame for all 700c / 29"
As printed

Taile des roues 29

 700c / 29"
As printed

Chaoyang 29x21.10/2.35 (inner tubes)

Rims Carbon °Value not published by the brand Aluminium °Value not published by the brand
Rim inner width–Not given 27 mm
Tyres Continental Trinotal Race Grip 60-622
As printed

Pneus : Continental Trinotal Race Grip 60-622

 Pirelli Scorpion XCM 2.4 SP FR/ XCH 2.4 SP R
Tyre width fitted 60 mm –Not given
Cockpit and seatpost3 differences
Dropper travel 100 mm 125 mm Best of the comparison+25 mm
Handlebar width–Not given 760 mm
Handlebar Truvativ Flat bar Descendant Flat Carbon, Dia. 31.8 mm, backsweep 7° °Value not published by the brand BH Evo Carbon Top Flat, 760mm, 10mm rise °Value not published by the brand
Stem–Not given FIT Race EVO 60mm 31,8mm 6º °Value not published by the brand
Seatpost model JD Dropperpost YSI36 Dia. 31.6 mm °Value not published by the brand Race Face Aeffect 31,6mm, 125mm Drop °Value not published by the brand
Weight
Max total weight 120 kg –Not given
Mounts and storage
Bottle mounts–Not given 2
Geometry
Geometry size–Not given MD
As printed

Geometry table, MD column

Stack–Not given 588.9 mm
Reach–Not given 445 mm
Head angle–Not given 67 °
Seat angle–Not given 76 °
Chainstays–Not given 430 mm
Wheelbase–Not given 1,160.8 mm
Bottom bracket drop–Not given 40 mm

° Value not published by the brand

Where to buy them

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Frequently asked questions

What groupset do Lapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs and BH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s come with?

Lapierre Xr 8.9 Deore XT Rd-m8250-gs: Shimano Deore XT M8250 12 vitesses. BH Lynx Race 8.0 XT 12s: Shimano XT 8100 shifters and rear derailleur, 12sp.

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