Build Kit Test
DIY Carbon Bike Build Kits
Choose from four recommended build levels for your DIY Carbon Bikes frame: Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze.
Platinum Build Kit
Premium race-ready build with top-tier performance parts.
| Frame | DIY Carbon Bikes Frame | View Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Premium XC / Trail Fork | Check Price |
| Rear Sus | Premium Rear Shock | Check Price |
| Wheels | Carbon Wheelset | Check Price |
| Drivetrain | Top-Tier Wireless Drivetrain | Check Price |
| Bottom Bracket | Compatible Bottom Bracket | Check Price |
| Grips | Premium Lightweight Grips | Check Price |
| Seatpost | Premium Dropper / Carbon Seatpost | Check Price |
| Saddle | Lightweight Performance Saddle | Check Price |
| Brakes | Premium Hydraulic Disc Brakes | Check Price |
| Rotors | Performance Brake Rotors | Check Price |
| Front Tire | Fast-Grip Front Tire | Check Price |
| Rear Tire | Fast-Rolling Rear Tire | Check Price |
| Bars | Carbon Handlebar | Check Price |
| Hardware | Headset, Spacers, Valves, Sealant, Cables/Hoses | Check Price |
Gold Build Kit
Best balance of performance, weight, durability, and price.
| Frame | DIY Carbon Bikes Frame | View Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | High-Performance Fork | Check Price |
| Rear Sus | Performance Rear Shock | Check Price |
| Wheels | Carbon or High-End Alloy Wheelset | Check Price |
| Drivetrain | GX / XT-Level Drivetrain | Check Price |
| Bottom Bracket | Compatible Bottom Bracket | Check Price |
| Grips | Comfort Performance Grips | Check Price |
| Seatpost | Reliable Dropper Post | Check Price |
| Saddle | Performance Trail/XC Saddle | Check Price |
| Brakes | Strong Hydraulic Disc Brakes | Check Price |
| Rotors | Quality Brake Rotors | Check Price |
| Front Tire | Grip-Focused Front Tire | Check Price |
| Rear Tire | Fast-Rolling Rear Tire | Check Price |
| Bars | Carbon or Quality Alloy Bar | Check Price |
| Hardware | Headset, Spacers, Valves, Sealant, Cables/Hoses | Check Price |
Silver Build Kit
Reliable mid-range build for riders who want great function without overspending.
| Frame | XCE29 DCB Santa Cruz Highball Style Frame | View Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Mid-Range Air Fork | Check Price |
| Rear Sus | Reliable Rear Shock | Check Price |
| Wheels | Reliable Alloy or Budget Carbon Wheels | Check Price |
| Drivetrain | NX / Deore / SLX-Level Drivetrain | Check Price |
| Bottom Bracket | Compatible Bottom Bracket | Check Price |
| Grips | Comfort Grips | Check Price |
| Seatpost | Value Dropper or Alloy Seatpost | Check Price |
| Saddle | Comfort Trail Saddle | Check Price |
| Brakes | Reliable Hydraulic Disc Brakes | Check Price |
| Rotors | Standard Brake Rotors | Check Price |
| Front Tire | All-Around Front Tire | Check Price |
| Rear Tire | Durable Rear Tire | Check Price |
| Bars | Quality Alloy Handlebar | Check Price |
| Hardware | Headset, Spacers, Valves, Sealant, Cables/Hoses | Check Price |
Bronze Build Kit
Budget-friendly build focused on getting a complete, capable bike together affordably.
Average Total Price - $1500 to $1700
| Frame | XCE29 DCB Santa Cruz Highball Style Frame | View Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver RL | Check Price |
| Wheels | 29er Boost Wheelset Alloy, Shimano Driver | Check Price |
| Drivetrain | SRAM NX Drivetrain | Check Price |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB PF30 Bottom Bracket | Check Price |
| Grips | Lock-On Grips | Check Price |
| Seatpost | Alloy Seatpost 31.6 | Check Price |
| Clamp | Alloy Clamp 34.9 | Check Price |
| Saddle | Budget Comfort Saddle | Check Price |
| Brake Front | Shimano MT201 Deore Front Brakes | Check Price |
| Brake Rear | Shimano MT201 Deore Rear Brakes | Check Price |
| Rotors | Standard Brake 160mm Rotors x2 | Check Price |
| Front Tire | 29er 2.4 Maxxis Rekon Tubeless EXO | Check Price |
| Rear Tire | 29er 2.4 Maxxis Rekon Tubeless EXO | Check Price |
| Bars | Alloy Handlebar 31.8 780mm | Check Price |
| Stem | Alloy Stem 31.8 45mm | Check Price |