Moto Rapido
This specific model has been archived. It is no longer being produced or has changed in appearance but is listed here for historical/research purposes.
The Moto Rapido is our 26-inch wheeled ‘go fast’ bike. Crafted of custom-drawn scandium alloy tubing with carbon seatstays, the frame has proven itself at the highest levels of International competition.
Custom-drawn and size-specific scandium alloy tubing keeps the frame extremely lightweight, while maintaining the strength found in heavier aluminum alloy frames. This low weight makes the Moto Rapido a climber’s dream.
Designed for use with an 80mm travel suspension fork, the Moto Rapido’s geometry provides quick and responsive performance on the trail.
The scandium alloy chainstays and carbon seatstays are designed to deliver the Holy Grail of a comfortable, but incredibly efficient pedaling platform. The specially shaped stays provide vertical bump absorption while remaining laterally stiff. Put the hammer down and you’re going no place but forward…fast!
All this translates into a bike that while certainly racer-bred, is also ideal for off-road speed freaks that want their bikes light, comfortable, and efficient.
Moto Rapido. Putting the ‘easy’ in hardtail.
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* Specification subject to change without notice
Geometry & Fit
| Switch to mm Switch to inches | X-Small | Small | Medium | Large | |
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| A.Top Tube Effective | 21.3 " | 22.4 " | 23.4 " | 24.2 " | |
| B.Seat Tube Length | 14.0 " | 16.0 " | 18.0 " | 20.0 " | |
| C.Head Tube Angle | 70° | 71° | 71° | 71° | |
| D.Seat Tube Angle | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° | |
| E.BB Drop | 1.4 " | 1.4 " | 1.4 " | 1.4 " | |
| F.Chainstay Length | 16.9 " | 16.9 " | 16.9 " | 16.9 " | |
| G.Head Tube Length | 3.7 " | 3.7 " | 4.1 " | 4.9 " | |
| H.Fork Length | 17.6 " | 17.6 " | 17.6 " | 17.6 " | |
| J.Fork Offset | 1.5 " | 1.5 " | 1.5 " | 1.5 " | |
| K.Wheel Base | 40.4 " | 41.2 " | 42.2 " | 43.0 " | |
| P.Stand Over | 27.9 " | 29.0 " | 30.1 " | 31.5 " | |
| Top Tube C-C | 20.7 " | 21.5 " | 22.4 " | 24.2 " |
| Switch to mm Switch to inches | X-Small | Small | Medium | Large | |
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| A.Top Tube Effective | 540 mm | 570 mm | 595 mm | 615 mm | |
| B.Seat Tube Length | 355.6 mm | 406.4 mm | 457.2 mm | 508 mm | |
| C.Head Tube Angle | 70° | 71° | 71° | 71° | |
| D.Seat Tube Angle | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° | |
| E.BB Drop | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | 35 mm | |
| F.Chainstay Length | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | 429 mm | |
| G.Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 105 mm | 125 mm | |
| H.Fork Length | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm | |
| J.Fork Offset | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm | |
| K.Wheel Base | 1026.2 mm | 1046.7 mm | 1071.9 mm | 1092.7 mm | |
| P.Stand Over | 709.3 mm | 735.6 mm | 764.3 mm | 799.3 mm | |
| Top Tube C-C | 525.2 mm | 546.3 mm | 569.2 mm | 615 mm |
* Standover height is based on using a 26x2.1 tire measuring 670mm in diameter
** Fork is not included. Fork length and rake listed is for an average 80mm travel cross country style suspension fork with 15% sag, which was used in the designation of the frame measurements
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Setup
The best way to determine your proper frame size is to visit your local bicycle dealer. The fit chart below is a simple starting point, but the enormous variation in human body dimensions make it impossible to guarantee this fit chart will work precisely for you. We strongly suggest you consult your local bike shop in this matter. They will help you make a wise purchase.
Frame Tech
| Salsa scandium size-specific, custom-drawn tubeset with Salsa carbon seatstays with integrated cable guides | |
| Flattened chainstays and seatstays for a more compliant rear end | |
| ISO 51mm disc mounts | |
| Fits up to a 26 x 2.3" tire | |
| 135mm rear spacing | |
| Standard 1-1/8" headtube | |
| Seatpost diameter: 27.2mm | |
| Seatpost clamp: 30.6mm | |
| Front derailleur clamp: 34.9mm bottom pull, top swing | |
| Bottom bracket size: English 68mm | |
| Includes Salsa Lip-Lock seat collar and frame accessory kit | |
| Frame weight: 3.2 pounds 18" | |
| Designed to be used with a 80mm travel front suspension fork | |
| Color: Dirty Gold |