PRESS RELEASE 2014 - DSB

PRESS RELEASE 2014

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MONDRAKER 

PRESENTS THE NEW 

DUNE 2014 

A new Dune concept 

featuring the brand’s 

latest technical 

breakthroughs which 

takes the Enduro 

category up to the 

next level. 

The new Dune has reinvented itself with the concept 

of use for which it was created; premium Enduro 

where no detail has been left to chance and where 

everything, absolutely everything, is new. A new 

Stealth frame with a new sharper, low, compact and 

rigid front triangle, a new more robust back half, a 

new optimised Zero suspension system with 160 mm 

of travel, a new evolution of the Forward Geometry 

concept and everything developed on the new 27’5” 

wheel diameter. 

Just as the original 2009 model was in its day, the new 

Dune 2014 is a bike that is clearly ahead of its time 

where the effectiveness of its optimised Zero suspension 

system, unique and differentiating Forward 

Geometry and 27’5” wheel diameter deliver unprecedented 

Enduro performance in all circumstances; a 

fast, agile and extremely absorbent bike that is ready 

to take on any Enduro World Series race. 


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STEALTH 

SIDE ALLOY STRUCTURE 

TECHNOLOGY 

Stealth is the most advanced industrial design 

and structure optimisation technology used in 

the Mondraker range. Stealth encompasses all 

processes in the creation of the frame, from the 

inspiration and conception of the industrial design 

to the calculation of the most precise details that 

optimise each part for a specific function. 

The new Dune has an oversized frame with 

a top tube that is split into two to provide 

two points of attachment to the down 

tube, leaving a window inside giving a 

very characteristic look. This tube provides 

greater rigidity to the front wheel assembly 

while it has a marked sloping towards 

the seat tube following the design line 

set by the rear stays, providing more free 

space for greater mobility and optimum 

handling in the top area. 

Stealth offers an innovative design characterised 

by flat faces and sharp edges, 

as opposed to the traditional curved or 

rounded shapes, which come together to 

form a complete whole. Each tube and 

part is designed to carry out a specific 

function with the lowest possible weight. 

Careful design has gone into its processes, 

materials and tapering while a range of alloys 

have been used that deliver strength 

and rigidity where needed. 

Frame development has drawn on the latest 

market trends such as a one-piece upper 

crown, integrated Tapered 1.5 head angle, 

12 x 142 mm rear thru-axle for the R, RR 

and XR models, direct 160 mm Post Mount 

rear brake adapter and a new Direct Mount 

derailleur holder that is fully removable for 

clean installation of a 1 x 11 S transmission. 



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ZERO 

SUSPENSION SYSTEM 

TECHNOLOGY 

Zero is the name of Mondraker’s proprietary 

suspension system which was 

launched six years ago on the platform 

of the first Dune 2009. The basics of 

this unique, innovative and benchmark 

system remain unchanged; the 

Zero belongs to the category called 

the virtual pivot suspension system 

due to its mechanical configuration. 

The Dune 2014 premieres a new kinematic 

configuration of the Zero suspension system 

which is better suited to the new trends for more 

compact drivetrains with smaller chainwheels. 

The most significant difference of the 

Zero system is that the rear shock is 

floating between two links and is compressed 

from both ends. The positioning 

of the rear shock together with 

the compression that it receives from 

both sides makes this system unique. 

The entire mechanical configuration is 

optimised to continue offering its outstanding 

160 mm of travel in the rear 

axle combining the gross absorption 

capacity of the Zero system with the 

best pedalling efficiency achieved to 

date. The new Dune 2014 features surprisingly 

round and neutral pedalling 

and great effectiveness in any gear ratio. 

Both extremely rigid links are made 

in one piece and each turn point of the 

Zero system has been completely redesigned 

to make the 2014 Dune into 

an excellent experience in the contemporary 

Enduro scene. All Dune models 

have the advantages of air shocks 

with a separate expansion tank, from 

RockShox Monarch Plus on the Dune 

model to the new Fox Float X on the 

Dune R, RR and XR models, which will 

further enhance all the virtues of the 

Zero system. 



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FORWARD 

GEOMETRY 

TECHNOLOGY 

The new Dune series uses the Forward Geometry concept launched in the 

higher-end 2013 models and which has garnered so much praise in the 

international press. 

The new Mondraker geometry presents 

clear advantages for any category compared 

with a traditional geometry as all its 

benefits are focused on improving control, 

handling, confidence and safety for our 

bike. 

In combination with the new 27’5” wheel, 

Forward Geometry evolves in 2014 to provide 

a more democratic compromise and 

greater customisation options for all users. 

The basis of the FG concept remains 

unchanged; the geometry has longer top 

tubes that are completely balanced with 

shorter stems. The additional top tube 

length is the same as the stem loses, so 

as a result all contact points between the 

rider and the bike remain in the same position 

as in a traditional geometry; the only 

difference lies in the front wheel axle that 

is moved forward. There is no change in 

the rest of the geometry. 

The Forward Geometry “FG10” concept retains the same dimensions launched 

in 2013, with the same stem measuring only 10 mm exclusively for the Dune 

XR model given its particular Xtreme Racing specifications. The innovation 

comes with the standardisation of the new “FG30” Forward Geometry in the 

other models: Dune, Dune R and Dune RR 2014 where the top tube, and thus 

the front-centre, grows equally relative to a conventional geometry and is balanced 

by a stem measuring only 30 mm in length that puts the handlebar just 

ahead and almost touching, the headset. Thus the FG30 involves a new balance 

of measurements while maintaining the advantages of the Forward Geometry 

concept and adding greater usability and better compromise for all users. 



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Forward Geometry provides greater 

safety in steep areas; the front axle 

is more advanced than in any other 

geometry making it nearly impossible 

to go over the handlebars on 

steep sections. FG gains confidence 

and safety at high speed as the longer 

wheelbase makes the bike much 

more stable on any terrain. The ultra 

short 10 mm or 30 mm stems mean 

much less handlebar movement to 

get the same front wheel angle, thus 

improving steering precision and 

making the bike extremely reactive. 

In short, Forward Geometry delivers 

a new weight balance between front 

and rear wheel making it possible to 

load the front wheel a lot more than 

with a classic geometry with clearly 

improved performance. This possibility 

changes your handling giving better 

grip in cornering and significantly 

improving control and safety and 

therefore enjoyment of our bike. 

The Dune 27’5” frame with Forward 

Geometry is available in four sizes: S, 

M, L and XL. 

FRAME SIZE 

HEAD ANGLE 

SEAT ANGLE 

TOP TUBE 

CHAINSTAY 

WHEEL-BASE 

FORK OFFSET 

BB HEIGHT 

STACK 

REACH 

S / 380mm M / 420mm L / 470mm XL / 510mm 

66.5° 

74.5° 

605mm 

432mm 

1177mm 

44mm 

5mm 

596mm 

440mm 

66.5° 

74.5° 

625mm 

432mm 

1197mm 

44mm 

5mm 

596mm 

460mm 

66.5° 

74.5° 

645mm 

432mm 

1222mm 

44mm 

5mm 

606mm 

480mm 

66.5° 

74.5° 

665cm 

432mm 

1242mm 

44mm 

5mm 

616mm 

497mm 



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RIDE 

27’5” 

After many months and dozens of prototypes, we are absolutely convinced about 

the benefits a 27’5” wheel brings to Enduro. The new wheel diameter is at an intermediate 

point between the 26” and the 29er, providing without doubt the best 

compromise for this end-use. 

Geometry defines the spirit and performance of 

any bike as it has ultimate responsibility for our 

feelings and marks the character of the bike. 

Mondraker has sought to develop best in 

class geometry for this new wheel size; 

heights, angles and lengths have been 

key to achieving an agile, dynamic and 

efficient 27’5” Dune that can clearly improve 

the performance of its 26” sister. 

The new Dune has more grip, better control 

and safety, rolls more easily and has 

greater inertia in comparison with a 26” 

model while delivering superior acceleration, 

more precise steering and most of 

all more fun than any 29er. 



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MAIN 

FEATURES 

• 4 models: 

· Dune ·Dune R · Dune RR · Dune XR 

• 4 sizes available: S (15.5”), M (17”), L (19”), XL (21”) 

• Stealth Evo Construction 

• New kinematic Zero optimised for Enduro 160 mm 

• Evolution of Forward Geometry with FG10 and FG30 

• Specific geometry for 27.5” wheel 

• One-piece upper crown 

• Removable Direct Mount derailleur holder 

• Built-in rear shock mudguards 

• Tapered 1.5 head angle 

• 160 mm Post Mount rear brake anchor 

• 12 x 142 mm rear thru-axle 



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SPECIFICATIONS 

DUNE XR DUNE RR 

DUNE R DUNE 

FRAME 

Dune 27´5 Stealth Evo alloy Zero 

Suspension System FG 160mm 







SIZES 

S / M / L / XL 

S / M / L / XL 

S / M / L / XL 

S / M / L / XL 

REAR SHOCK 

Fox Float X CTD Adjust Factory Kashima 

215x63.5mm 

Fox Float X CTD Adjust Factory 

215x63.5mm 

Fox Float X CTD Adjust Factory 

215x63.5mm 

RockShox Monarch Plus R HV 

215x63.5mm 

FORK 

Fox 34 Float 27´5 CTD Adjust FIT 

Factory Kashima 160mm 

Fox 34 Float 27´5 CTD Adjust FIT 

Factory Kashima 160mm 

Fox 34 Float 27´5 CTD Evolution 

160mm 

RockShox Pike 27´5 RC 160mm 

HEADSET 

Onoff Integrated Tapered 1-1/8”->1/5” 

Onoff Integrated Tapered 1-1/8”->1/5” 

FSA Nº57 Tapered 1-1/8”->1/5” 

FSA Nº57 Tapered 1-1/8”->1/5” 

STEM 

Onoff Stoic FG 10mm 




HANDLEBAR 

Mondraker Dune XR custom design 

31.8mm 760mm 

Mondraker Dune RR custom design 

31.8mm 760mm 

Mondraker Dune R custom design 

31.8mm 760mm 

Mondraker Dune custom design 

31.8mm 760mm 

GRIPS 

Onoff Paw Lock-on 

Onoff Paw Lock-on 

Onoff Wave 

Onoff Wave 

SEATPOST 

RockShox Reverb 31.6mm 

RockShox Reverb 31.6mm 

X-Fusion Hilo Remote 31.6mm 

Onoff Notion 0-R 31.6mm 400mm 

SADDLE 

SDG Circuit MTN 




FRONT BRAKE 

Formula The1 S 203mm 

Avid Elixir 7 Trail 180mm 

Formula C1 180mm 

Avid Elixir 1 180mm 

REAR BRAKE 

Formula The1 S 180mm 

Avid Elixir 7 Trail 180mm 

Formula C1 180mm 

Avid Elixir 1 180mm 

LEVERS 

Formula The1 S 

Avid Elixir 7 Trail 

Formula C1 

Avid Elixir 1 

RIMS 

E.13 TRS+AL 27´5 tubeless ready 

wheelset 

Easton EA70 XL 27´5 wheelset 

DT E1900 Spline 27´5 wheelset 

MDK-EP1 27´5 wheelset 

SPOKES 

E.13 

Easton 

DT 

CN stainless 

FRONT HUB 

E.13 TRS+AL 20mm 

Easton EA70 XL 15mm 

DT E1900 Spline 15mm 

MDK Disc Pro 15mm 

REAR HUB 

E.13 TRS+AL 12x142mm w/DT RWS 

axle 

Easton EA70 XL 12x142mm w/DT RWS 

axle 

DT E1900 Spline 12x142mm w/DT 

RWS axle 

MDK Disc Pro QR 

TIRES 

Onza Ibex FRC TLR SkinWalll 27´5x2.4 




CRANKSET 

Sram X1 GXP 30T 

Race Face Evolve 36x24T Bash 

Sram S1000 38x24T AM Guard 

Truvativ Blaze 2.0 36x24T AM Guard 

BOTTOM BRACKET 

Sram GXP 

Sram GXP 

Sram GXP 

Truvativ Power Spiline 

PEDALS 

/ 

/ 

/ 

/ 

CHAIN 

Sram PC-XX1 11s 

Sram PC-1031 10s 



FRONT DERAILLEUR 

/ 

Sram X7 High Direct Mount 



REAR DERAILLEUR 

Sram X0 1x11 11s 

Sram X9 Type2 Long cage 10s 

Sram X9 Long cage 10s 

Sram X7 Medium cage 9s 

SHIFTERS 

Sram Trigger X0 11s 

Sram Trigger X-7 



CASSETTE 

Sram XG-1195 10-42T 11s 

Sram PG-1030 11-36T 10s 

Sram PG-1030 11-36T 10s 

Sram PG-950 11-34T 9s 



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