ROCKRIDERXC 500 29" Mountain Bike - SRAM GX Eagle

About

The Rockrider XC 500 is a lightweight, race-ready cross-country mountain bike built for trail riders and racers looking for efficiency, durability, and versatility. Equipped with SRAM GX/NX Eagle components, RockShox Reba suspension, hydraulic disc brakes, and tubeless-ready wheels, it delivers high performance on a variety of XC terrain.

Product Features

• Lightweight and Durable Frame – 6061/6013 aluminum frame with variable thickness for optimal strength-to-weight ratio.
• Optimized Geometry for XC Riding – Designed for cross-country racing and aggressive trail riding.
• RockShox Reba RL Suspension Fork – 100 mm of travel with a Combolock 2 handlebar lockout for efficient climbing and descending.
• SRAM GX/NX Eagle 1x12 Drivetrain – Smooth and precise shifting with a wide 11-50T gear range for tackling steep climbs and fast descents.
• Hydraulic Disc Brakes – SRAM Level T brakes with 180 mm front and 160 mm rear rotors provide powerful and consistent braking performance.
• Tubeless-Ready Wheelset – Sun Ringle Duroc 30 SRC wheels with Boost axles and tubeless compatibility for improved traction and reduced risk of flats.
• High-Performance Tyres – Hutchinson Kraken 2.3" tubeless-ready tyres with a 60 TPI casing for a balance of grip and rolling efficiency.

Product Specifications

Frame

• Material: Variable thickness 6061 & 6013 aluminum
• Weight: 1,500 g (Size S)
• Axle Format: BOOST (148 mm x 12 mm rear axle)
• Bottom Bracket: Press Fit 92
• Seat Tube Diameter: 31.6 mm
• Bottle Cage Compatibility: Holds two bottle cages (except size S)
• Chainring Compatibility: Single chainring only

Fork

• Model: RockShox Reba RL
• Suspension Travel: 100 mm
• Lockout System: Combolock 2 handlebar-mounted lockout
• Axle Format: BOOST Thru Axle

Drivetrain

• Groupset: SRAM GX Eagle Lunar & NX Eagle
• Shifter: SRAM GX Eagle Lunar
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle Lunar
• Cassette: SRAM NX 11-50T
• Crankset: SRAM Stylo 32T aluminum single-chainring (compatible with 30T, 34T, and 36T)

Braking System

• Brakes: SRAM Level T hydraulic disc brakes
• Rotor Size:
  • Front: 180 mm
  • Rear: 160 mm

Wheels

• Model: Sun Ringle Duroc 30 SRC Tubeless Ready
• Axles: BOOST (15 mm front, 12 mm rear)
• Rim Width: 30 mm internal width
• Tubeless Ready: Yes (with factory-installed tubeless rim strip)

Tyres

• Model: Hutchinson Kraken 2.3" Tubeless Ready
• Casing: 60 TPI

Handlebar, Stem, & Seatpost

• Handlebar: Rockrider aluminum flat bar
  • Width: 720 mm
  • Angle: 6.5°
  • Weight: 256 g
• Stem: Rockrider aluminum
  • Size S: 60 mm
  • Size M: 70 mm
  • Size L: 80 mm
  • Size XL: 90 mm
• Seatpost: Rockrider aluminum (Straight, Diameter: 31.6 mm, Length: 400 mm)
• Saddle: Rockrider XC Ergofit (Weight: 265 g)

Pedals

• Model: Rockrider 520 GRIP flat pedals

Weight

• Size M (Tubeless Ready, Without Pedals): 11.5 kg

Product Maintenance & Care

To ensure long-term performance and durability, the following maintenance is recommended:

• Clean and lubricate the chain regularly
• Degrease the disc brakes periodically
• Check drivetrain components for wear
• Service the suspension fork every 50 hours of use
• Reinject sealant into the tubeless tyres as needed

Storage & Usage Recommendations

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from corrosive substances and salty air
• Restrictions: Not suitable for all-mountain, BMX, enduro, or downhill riding

Testing & Warranty

• Real-world testing: All Rockrider bikes undergo extensive field testing by real riders
• Approved by: Milton Ramos and Joseph De Poortere, Rockrider technical partners
• Warranty:
  • Lifetime warranty on frame, stem, and handlebar
  • Spare parts available for up to 2 years