Privateer Bikes has added a dirt jump bike to its fleet of budget-friendly bikes. Inspired by the need to extend play and make time for lunch break laps, the DJ101 was born. 

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Following the ethos of the other Privateer bikes, the DJ101 comes with what the brand says is a 'confidence-inspiring geometry and a no-nonsense build kit.' What this translates to is a good-value dirt jump bike that's ready to ride straight from the box.

The frame is made from custom hydroformed 6061-T6 aluminium, something the brand says offers a great mix of high strength and durability but helps to keep the weight down. The DJ101 is dubbed as an all-rounder, great for a mix of abilities. It's also available as a full bike or frameset only, allowing you to customise to your specifications.

In terms of spec, Privateer has gone with 100mm Manitou Circus Expert forks up front, these come with a degree of adjustability thanks to the air spring and ABS damper. For the wheels and tyres, there's a pair of Privateer 26" dirt jump wheels with Vee XCV dirt jump tyres. And for the brakes, there's a pair of Clarks M2 dual-piston hydraulic brakes. The DJ101 is finished with a custom bar, stem and saddle from Privateer.

Full Specifications:

• Frame: 6061-T6 custom hydroformed tubeset 
• Headset: FSA ZS44/ZS56 sealed cartridge bearings 
• Fork: Manitou Circus Expert, 100mm 
• Bar: Custom Privateer 750mm wide, 31.8mm, 40mm rise.
• Stem: Custom Privateer 40mm • Grips: Velo Kraton grips 
• Seatpost: Custom Privateer 300mm, 30.9mm 
• Saddle: Custom Privateer DDK 
• Brakes: Clarks C2 dual piston hydraulic brakes 
• Wheels: Custom Privateer 26in dirt jump wheels, 14t cassette 
• Tyres: Vee Tire Co. XCV Dirt Jump 26" x 2.25"

When it comes down to numbers, the DJ101 has a 410mm reach, 69.5-degree head tube angle and 446mm chainstay length. It also has adjustable dropouts that offer 10mm of adjustment. The DJ101 can be run as a single speed or with gears. It also comes with a standard tapered head tube, gyro tab mounts and a threaded bottom bracket. 

The Privateer DJ101 is available to pre-order now for £999 for the full bike, and from £299 for the frameset.

• www.privateerbikes.com

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