For over a decade, the RIP 9 trail bike has ruled Niner’s off-road lineup. This latest evolution of our
flagship 140mm 29er is ready to tame any trail.
On every Niner Bikes full-suspension frame, Enduro Bearings MAX black oxide bearings are inside every
pivot point. Niner is one of the only brands using these high-grade pivot bearings.
We always say, if you really want to understand Niner, you have to go and ride one. Our bikes make riding
on dirt a better experience! We’d love to get your bum on one of our bikes, because we are certain
you’ll have a great time and you won’t want to give it back.
As often as possible, we partner with key dealers in popular locations around the country to offer
semi-permanent fleets of Niner test bikes. Let’s call them “Niners in residence,” or maybe “Niner pop-up
dealer demos.”
Completely reimagined for 2021, our classic JET 9 RDO reasserts its position as our most popular, most versatile, and most agile trail bike. With hyper-capable frame geometry and 120mm of suspension travel, you’ll float up technical climbs, blast downhills, and fly smoothly over everything in between.
Our first JET 9 left the runway in 2007. With this early head start, we are now a leader in the category. Niner’s expertise in full-suspension 29er mountain bikes has been honed to a razor sharp edge. For this 14-year span, the JET has always maintained a place in our range. The latest iteration affirms the JET 9 RDO as one of the best contemporary short-travel trail bikes available, with the heritage to prove it and a lifetime warranty to back it up.
Just enough travel to take any trail
Our classic JET 9 RDO ratchets up the fun factor when it’s time to fly, but it doesn’t bite back during your climb to cruising altitude. It’s our most popular mountain bike and it consistently earns accolades from media reviewers, everyday riders, and Niner athletes alike.
By blending the pedaling chops of a cross-country bike with the suspension and geometry characteristics of a trail bike, we’ve made our JET 9 RDO into the most versatile bike we could imagine.
Pedaling uphill is limited only by your legs and lungs. Our signature CVA suspension leaves no ounce of effort nor watt of power wasted. Every pedal stroke earns altitude with no loss of efficiency.
Flipping it around and floating back down, your descent is turbulence-free, thanks to small bump sensitivity. Combined with solid mid-stroke support to save full travel for when you really need it, the JET 9 RDO is a smooth flyer in any situation.
Tuned and ready for takeoff
Contemporary frame geometry translates to modern trail manners when you need them most. The roomy cockpit has a comfortable reach for short stem lengths, giving you quick handling and plenty of maneuverability to navigate any airspace. And of course, the slack, 66.5-degree front end and long, 1179mm (size medium) wheelbase contribute stability and self-confidence when you’re dropping into steep descents.
Keeping your powerplant positioned well over the pedals, a 76-degree seat angle makes ascending to altitude a little easier. Paired nicely with short 430mm chainstays, the JET 9 RDO won’t hesitate when crawling up the crux of your favorite testpiece trail.
If your daily dose of dirt includes less pedaling, faster corners, and some heels-down, flat out fall-line chutes, you might want a lower bottom bracket and slacker head tube angle. Not to worry - the built-in flip-chip seatstay pivots allow riders to lower the bottom bracket by a full 8mm and slack out the geometry by half a degree.
The JET engine: Constantly Varying Arc
The beating heart of our updated JET 9 RDO is the Constantly Varying Arc (CVA) suspension system. CVA debuted in 2008 as the first suspension layout made specifically for 29ers. With kinematic updates to suit the specific needs of each bike, it remains our patented, signature suspension system.
Our CVA fundamentals are rock solid: it’s stable yet supple while climbing and pedaling; going downhill, it’s sensitive and supportive; it’s consistent and controlled in every phase of travel.
On the JET 9 RDO, a new trunnion mount shock adds width (and therefore stiffness) to the frame and linkage. More importantly, the bearings at the upper shock fitment allow extra-smooth articulation through the entire rocker arm sweep of 40-degrees during suspension travel. This improves small bump suppleness. Furthermore, trunnion shocks occupy less physical space, allowing a compact form factor.
Niner full suspension bikes feature Enduro MAX Black Oxide pivot bearings. The industry benchmark for this application, the Enduro bearing brand created the MAX designation to indicate more ball bearings per race. This provides better load distribution and is ideal for suspension pivots. And the Black Oxide grade indicates a magnetite surface coating for more corrosion resistance. All in all, these are by far the best pivot bearings available, bar none.
Svelte yet stout, the JET 9 RDO exhibits Niner’s characteristic full-suspension form factor. A blend of weight-conscious trimming where possible and strength-enhancing structures where needed gives this trail bike the ideal balance of XC light weight and trail bike sturdiness.
Wide, flat surfaces on the top and downtube help to absorb frontal impacts and vibrations while resisting deflection and twisting under torsional load. Crossmembers in the rocker link and swingarm keep the rear of the bike on lockdown during corners and hard efforts.
In order to get the best possible shifting performance,we designed the smoothest, straightest cable routing possible. Cable housing slides easily through full-sleeve guide tubes in gentle arcs from front to back. An integrated cable cage wicket on both sides of the frame just above the bottom bracket area keeps the housing protected from harm and free to move as the suspension cycle.
Supple yet stable, and the confidence to drop into gnarly lines, knowing you'll get consistency and control from top to bottom: that's CVA suspension. Read More
RDO carbon fiber
Niner's premium Race Day Optimized carbon fiber means more strength, higher stiffness, and less weight. Read More
Full Sleeve cable guides
No more fishin'. We built in end-to-end cable guides through the frame for easy installation and maintenance.
Enduro Max Black Oxide pivot bearings
We use the smoothest, most durable pivot bearings in the industry. Made by Enduro, they're built for life. Read More
Protection where you need it
Factory installed, integrated frame protection to keep your ride safe from harm, even when you're in over your head.
Lifetime warranty
Ride, race, rally. We have you covered with warranty service, small parts, and a support team that actually answers the phone. Read More
Tire clearance
Need room to roam? We got it. The RIP 9 RDO 29er has clearance to run your choice of 2.6-inch wide tires.
"The Jet 9 RDO is an efficient pedaling bike that is plenty fun on the descents."
"The bike gives a very firm platform underfoot. It's almost hardtail-like and it responds to accelerations very well . . . yet out of our six bikes on test, this is the bike I would be most likely to ride blind off a bunch of drops. Niner describe it as having Just Enough Travel to get away with riding almost anything, and it’s exactly that."
"The changes made to the JET 9 RDO go the distance to provide a more stable, planted and descent-hungry short travel machine. The best part is these changes have not come at the cost of giving up comfort or efficiency while climbing. Built around an incredibly capable suspension platform, the JET 9 RDO is truly an enjoyable bike to log long miles in the saddle that doesn't shy away from any descent or trail feature it is presented."
Add our 5-Star SRAM X01 Eagle AXS LTD wireless electronic shifting, DT Swiss XMC 1200 SPLINE carbon wheels, and a 130mm FOX 34 fork to our most versatile trail bike, and you're ready for takeoff. This JET is light, fast, and tough.
DT Swiss XMC 1200 SPLINE carbon wheels
SRAM X01 Eagle AXS wireless shifting
FOX 34 Float Factory GRIP 2 EVOL fork, 130mm travel
Available frame sizes
SM, MD, LG, XL
Available colors
MAGNETIC GREY, EMERALD GREEN
Frame
NINER RDO CARBON FIBER, CVA SUSPENSION, 120MM TRAVEL, ALUMINUM LINKAGE, ENDURO MAX PIVOT BEARINGS, FULL SLEEVE INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING
We make every effort to publish accurate build specs, however Niner Bikes reserves the right to make substitutions or changes to bike assembly specification at any time without notice or warning. Product images may not reflect actual specification. Minor variance in color may be visible including fork decal color. Published approximate weights are for size medium (53cm) and may vary by +/- 15% due to manufacturing tolerances.
JET 9 RDO Frame Only Specifications
Build it your way with the JET 9 RDO frame-only option. RDO carbon fiber keeps the platform light and stiff, Full Sleeve internal cable routing makes it easy to build, and Boost hub spacing gives you freedom for all the wheel and tire options you could want.
Available frame sizes
SM, MD, LG, XL
Available colors
MAGNETIC GREY, EMERALD GREEN
Frame
NINER RDO CARBON FIBER, CVA SUSPENSION, 120MM TRAVEL, ALUMINUM LINKAGE, ENDURO MAX PIVOT BEARINGS, FULL SLEEVE INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING
We make every effort to publish accurate build specs, however Niner Bikes reserves the right to make substitutions or changes to bike assembly specification at any time without notice or warning. Product images may not reflect actual specification. Minor variance in color may be visible including fork decal color. Published approximate weights are for size medium (53cm) and may vary by +/- 15% due to manufacturing tolerances.
JET 9 RDO 2-STAR SRAM SX EAGLE Specifications
Hit the trail on a 2-Star SRAM SX kit, without a hit to your wallet. Thanks to SRAMrsquo;s outstanding SX Eagle drivetrain, we extract every ounce of JET 9 RDO performance at an affordable price level.
Niner alloy wheels, 30mm inner width
FOX 34 Float Rhythm GRIP EVOL fork, 130mm travel
SRAM Level brakes
Available frame sizes
SM, MD, LG, XL
Available colors
MAGNETIC GREY, EMERALD GREEN
Frame
NINER RDO CARBON FIBER, CVA SUSPENSION, 120MM TRAVEL, ALUMINUM LINKAGE, ENDURO MAX PIVOT BEARINGS, FULL SLEEVE INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING
We make every effort to publish accurate build specs, however Niner Bikes reserves the right to make substitutions or changes to bike assembly specification at any time without notice or warning. Product images may not reflect actual specification. Minor variance in color may be visible including fork decal color. Published approximate weights are for size medium (53cm) and may vary by +/- 15% due to manufacturing tolerances.
JET 9 RDO 3-STAR SRAM GX EAGLE Specifications
Expect the best from our popular 3-Star SRAM GX Eagle build. Mated to the JET 9 RDO frame and a FOX suspension fork, every feature of our fun-seeking full suspension trail bike is fully expressed.
DT Swiss M1900 wheels
FOX 34 Float Factory GRIP 2 EVOL fork, 130mm travel
SRAM G2 R brakes
Available frame sizes
SM, MD, LG, XL
Available colors
MAGNETIC GREY, EMERALD GREEN
Frame
NINER RDO CARBON FIBER, CVA SUSPENSION, 120MM TRAVEL, ALUMINUM LINKAGE, ENDURO MAX PIVOT BEARINGS, FULL SLEEVE INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING
We make every effort to publish accurate build specs, however Niner Bikes reserves the right to make substitutions or changes to bike assembly specification at any time without notice or warning. Product images may not reflect actual specification. Minor variance in color may be visible including fork decal color. Published approximate weights are for size medium (53cm) and may vary by +/- 15% due to manufacturing tolerances.
JET 9 RDO 4-STAR SHIMANO XT Specifications
This 4-Star Shimano XT 12-speed JET 9 RDO is dressed for success with a 130mm travel FOX suspension fork, Shimano XT drivetrain, and DT Swiss XM1700 wheels. No excuses - get out and ride!
We make every effort to publish accurate build specs, however Niner Bikes reserves the right to make substitutions or changes to bike assembly specification at any time without notice or warning. Product images may not reflect actual specification. Minor variance in color may be visible including fork decal color. Published approximate weights are for size medium (53cm) and may vary by +/- 15% due to manufacturing tolerances.
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GEOMETRY CHART
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
frame fittings and mounts
1 BOTTLE CAGE IN FRONT TRIANGLE
Rear suspension travel
120mm
Maximum front suspension
140mm
Fork offset
44mm
Shock size
165X45MM TRUNNION
Shock mounting hardware
UPPER - M10 X 54 TRUNNION, LOWER M8 X 25MM
Suggested shock sag
30% (13.5MM)
Seatpost size
30.9
Seat collar size
34.9
Cable routing
INTERNAL
FRONT DERAILLEUR
N/A
HEADSET SIZE
SHIS DESCRIPTION ZS44/28.6 | ZS56/40
PIVOT BEARING SPECS
(8X) 26 X 17 X 5MM Enduro BO MAX, (2X) 26 X 17 X 10MM Enduro Double Row, (2X) 22 X 10 X 6MM Enduro BO MAX
