Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2009 Pivot Firebird XT/SLX

Velopedia Archive ID 18436

Overview

Model year	2009
Brand	Pivot
Model	Firebird XT/SLX
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	18436
Colors	Anodized Root Beer, Anodized Jet Black
Sizes	Small, medium, large

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	6000 triple butted hydroformed aluminum
Fork	Fox 36 Float RC2, 160mm travel
Fork material	Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Rear shock	Fox Float, 167mm travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano SLX/mix
Shifters	Shimano SLX RapidFire
Front derailleur	Shimano SLX
Rear derailleur	Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset	Shimano SLX
Bottom bracket	Shimano XTR internal
BB shell width	92mm
Cassette	SRAM PG-970
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano SLX disc brakes, Shimano SLX Hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/2" to 1 1/8"
Handlebar	Syncros Derived
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Syncros AM
Saddle	WTB Pure V Race
Seatpost	Syncros Derived

Wheels & tires

Hubs	DT Swiss Custom EX2200
Rims	DT Swiss
Front tire	26" Kenda Nevegal
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 11, 2026.