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2025 Polygon Tambora A9X
Cyclocross/Gravel bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2025
- Category
- Gravel & Cyclocross
- Original MSRP
- $3,999.00
- Sizes
- S, M, L, XL
- Colors
- Black
- Geometry
- 8 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 21 preserved details · archived image · original MSRP · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900001856
Frameset
| Frame Construction | ACX Gravel |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Fork | Carbon Rigid |
| Fork Material | Carbon Fiber |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano GRX Di2 ST-RX825, 2X12-Speed Brifter |
|---|---|
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX Di2 RD-RX825 |
| Crankset | Shimano GRX FC-RX820, 48x31T |
| Bottom Bracket | Token T47 for 24mm Spindle |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra CS-R8101, 11-34T |
| Chain | KMC New X-12 |
Brakes
| Brakes | SHIMANO GRX RX825 HYDRAULIC DISC; Levers: SHIMANO RX825; Rotors: SHIMANO CL800, 160mm |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | Token TK155P-36 W/ Sealed Bearing, IS 52/28.6 | IS 52/40 |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Blktec R8 Integrated, W: 400mm (S, M) / 420mm ( L, XL), BB: 31.8mm Integrated, R/D: 125mm, B/R: 72mm |
| Stem | Blktec R8 Integrated, EXT: 100mm (S, M) / 110mm (L-XL), BB: Integrated, R/D: 0 Degree |
| Saddle | Fizik Terra Argo X7 |
| Seatpost | Carbon, DXL: 27.2X400mm |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | F: Novatec D791SB 12x100mm 24H CL / R: Novatec D792SB 12x142mm 24H CL for Cassette Sprocket |
|---|---|
| Wheels | Novatec G24 Disc (28mm) W/ Tubeless Tape Installed |
| Rims | F: Carbon FV H: 28 622x24 24H for Tyre 622-35/68 TLR / R: Carbon FV H: 28 622x24 24H for Tyre 622-35/68 TLR |
| Front Tire | Maxxis RE-Fuse 700x32C |
| Rear Tire | Maxxis RE-Fuse 700x32C |
Size-specific frame data
Geometry
Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.
| Measurement | S · All Road | M · All Road | L · All Road | XL · All Road | S · Gravel | M · Gravel | L · Gravel | XL · Gravel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 404 mm | 448 mm | 492 mm | 535 mm | 404 mm | 448 mm | 492 mm | 535 mm |
| Effective top tube | 526 mm | 550 mm | 581 mm | 610 mm | 526 mm | 551 mm | 581 mm | 611 mm |
| Head tube | 143 mm | 163 mm | 193 mm | 221 mm | 143 mm | 163 mm | 193 mm | 221 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 70.25° | 71.77° | 72.06° | 72.26° | 70° | 71.5° | 71.8° | 72° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74.75° | 74.26° | 73.76° | 73.26° | 74.5° | 74° | 73.5° | 73° |
| Actual seat-tube angle | 74.75° | 74.26° | 73.76° | 73.26° | 74.5° | 74° | 73.5° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 415 mm | 415 mm | 415 mm | 415 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 997 mm | 1003 mm | 1026 mm | 1048 mm | 1017 mm | 1022 mm | 1045 mm | 1067 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 79 mm | 79 mm | 79 mm | 79 mm | 78 mm | 78 mm | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 265 mm | 265 mm | 265 mm | 265 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm |
| Reach | 371 mm | 383 mm | 400 mm | 415 mm | 369 mm | 381 mm | 397 mm | 412 mm |
| Stack | 566 mm | 591 mm | 621 mm | 648 mm | 568 mm | 593 mm | 622 mm | 650 mm |
| Standover height | 701 mm | 741 mm | 784 mm | 819 mm | 716 mm | 755 mm | 798 mm | 833 mm |
Geometry source: Polygon first-party metric geometry table ↗ Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
Geometry tools
Analyze a published size
S geometry
All Road
Archive context: The chainstay of 415 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its wheelbase of 997 mm sits toward the shorter end. The seat angle of 74.8° sits somewhat steeper than typical.
Compared with 87 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2023–2027 in the Velopedia archive.M geometry
All Road
Archive context: The chainstay of 415 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its wheelbase of 1003 mm sits toward the shorter end. The seat angle of 74.3° sits toward the steeper end.
Compared with 98 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2023–2027 in the Velopedia archive.L geometry
All Road
Archive context: The chainstay of 415 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its wheelbase of 1026 mm sits toward the shorter end. The head angle of 72.1° sits toward the steeper end.
Compared with 69 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2023–2027 in the Velopedia archive.XL geometry
All Road
Archive context: The chainstay of 415 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. The head angle of 72.3° sits toward the steeper end. Its wheelbase of 1048 mm sits toward the shorter end.
Compared with 74 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2023–2027 in the Velopedia archive.S · Gravel geometry
Archive context: Its reach of 369 mm sits toward the shorter end. The seat angle of 74.5° sits toward the steeper end. Its wheelbase of 1017 mm sits toward the shorter end.
Compared with 98 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2023–2027 in the Velopedia archive.M · Gravel geometry
Archive context: Its reach of 381 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its wheelbase of 1022 mm sits toward the shorter end. The seat angle of 74° sits toward the steeper end.
Compared with 69 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2023–2027 in the Velopedia archive.L · Gravel geometry
Archive context: Its wheelbase of 1045 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its reach of 397 mm sits toward the shorter end. The head angle of 71.8° sits somewhat steeper than typical.
Compared with 74 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2023–2027 in the Velopedia archive.XL · Gravel geometry
Archive context: Its stack of 650 mm sits toward the taller end. The head angle of 72° sits somewhat steeper than typical. Its reach of 412 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 20 distinct cyclocross/gravel geometries in the XXL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2024–2027 in the Velopedia archive.Parts & serviceability
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Used-bike inspection
If you’re buying this bike used
Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameInspect the frame in bright light, especially around the head tube, bottom bracket, chainstays and clamped areas. Look for cracks, ripples, crushed sections or signs of a previous impact.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesBoth levers should feel firm and return cleanly. Check for fluid around the levers and calipers, inspect pad thickness and contamination, and look for worn or bent rotors.Inspect the brakes →
- DrivetrainConfirm every shift-system battery charges, every shift control works and the derailleur moves cleanly across the cassette. Make sure the matching shift-system charger is included, then measure chain wear and inspect the cassette teeth.Check drivetrain wear →
- Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads. If it is set up tubeless, confirm both tires hold pressure and ask when the sealant was last refreshed.Check wheels and tires →
- Bottom bracketTurn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Creaking under load deserves investigation but does not identify the source by itself.Inspect the bottom bracket and shell →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 20 checks based on 5 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2025 Polygon Tambora A9X · Cyclocross/Gravel · Published sizes: S, M, L, XL
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: ACX GRAVEL · Fork: CARBON RIGID · Carbon Fiber
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: SHIMANO GRX Di2 ST-RX825, 2x12-SPEED BRIFTER · Rear derailleur: SHIMANO GRX Di2 RD-RX825 · Crankset: SHIMANO GRX FC-RX820, 48x31T · Bottom bracket: TOKEN T47 FOR 24mm SPINDLE · Cassette: SHIMANO ULTEGRA CS-R8101, 11-34T · Chain: KMC NEW X-12
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: SHIMANO GRX RX825 HYDRAULIC DISC; Levers: SHIMANO RX825; Rotors: SHIMANO CL800, 160mm
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheels: NOVATEC G24 DISC (28mm) W/ TUBELESS TAPE INSTALLED · Rims: F: CARBON FV H: 28 622x24 24H FOR TYRE 622-35/68 TLR / R: CARBON FV H: 28 622x24 24H FOR TYRE 622-35/68 TLR · Hubs: F: NOVATEC D791SB 12x100mm 24H CL / R: NOVATEC D792SB 12x142mm 24H CL FOR CASSETTE SPROCKET · Front tire: MAXXIS RE-FUSE 700X32C · Rear tire: MAXXIS RE-FUSE 700X32C
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: TOKEN TK155P-36 W/ SEALED BEARING, IS 52/28.6 | IS 52/40 · Handlebar: BLKTEC R8 INTEGRATED, W: 400mm (S, M) / 420mm ( L, XL), BB: 31.8mm INTEGRATED, R/D: 125mm, B/R: 72mm · Stem: BLKTEC R8 INTEGRATED, EXT: 100mm (S, M) / 110mm (L-XL), BB: INTEGRATED, R/D: 0 Degree · Seatpost: CARBON, DxL: 27.2x400mm · Saddle: FIZIK TERRA ARGO X7
Before and during the test ride
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Build relationships are limited to the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.
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