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2026 Transition PBJ Complete
Mountain bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
- Original MSRP
- $2,099.00
- Sizes
- Short, Standard
- Colors
- Acid Bath, Obsidian
- Weight
- 25.2 lbs / 11.44 kg (Size Standard)
- Geometry
- 2 manufacturer sizes · Ride analysis
- Archive ID
- 900000719
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Velopedia analysis
What the specifications mean
Suspension is concentrated at the fork, so fork setup and rear-tire pressure are the main tools for balancing front and rear behavior. On the alloy frame, dents and hairline cracks around welds, pivots and heavily loaded junctions matter more than cosmetic scratches. Nominal 26 inch identifies the rim diameter, while tire width and available frame or fork clearance remain separate compatibility questions.
Suspension setup
Front only
Fork settings affect the front while rear-wheel behavior remains dependent on tire and wheel setup.
Frame material
Aluminum / alloy
Dents and cracking around welds, pivots and loaded junctions deserve attention.
Wheel standard
Nominal 26 inch
Confirm the ISO bead-seat diameter because several incompatible standards have used this name.
Published weight
25.2 lbs / 11.44 kg (Size Standard)
Frame size, pedals, tire setup and production substitutions can change the measured result.
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 →- FrameLook closely for dents and hairline cracks around welds, the head tube and bottom-bracket area. Cosmetic scratches matter less than a change in shape or a crack line.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesTest each brake separately and confirm it stops firmly and releases cleanly. Inspect the pads and braking surfaces for wear or contamination, and check the cables or hoses for damage.Inspect the brakes →
- SuspensionAsk when the fork was last serviced. Check the stanchions for damage, look for oil at the seals and make sure the fork moves smoothly without bushing play.Evaluate the suspension →
- DrivetrainShift through the full range under light load, measure chain wear and inspect the cassette or freewheel teeth. Skipping or hesitation can indicate wear, poor adjustment or mismatched parts.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.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 20 checks based on 6 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: 2026 Transition PBJ Complete · Mountain · Published sizes: Short, Standard
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: PBJ Alloy · Fork: Marzocchi Bomber DJ(100mm)
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: Marzocchi Bomber DJ(100mm)
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Crankset: Samox 2-Piece Alloy Direct Mount(25t/160mm) · Cassette: 12t Single Cog · Chain: KMC K1 Wide
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: SRAM DB4 (Rear Only); Rotors: SRAM Centerline (160mm)
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 26" · Rims: Kinlin DDT32 · Hubs: Novatech D791SB/D256SBT · Front tire: Schwalbe Billy Bonkers (2.25) · Rear tire: Schwalbe Billy Bonkers (2.25)
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: FSA No.57E · Handlebar: Burgtec Ride WideAlloy Enduro HandlebarShort (780x30mm)Standard (800x38mm) · Stem: Burgtec Enduro MK3 35 (35mm) · Seatpost: Trans-X SP66 · Saddle: Burgtec Cloud Boost Saddle
Before and during the test ride
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Interpretation based on the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.
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Frameset
| Frame Construction | PBJ Alloy |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber DJ(100mm) |
Drivetrain
| Crankset | Samox 2-Piece Alloy Direct Mount(25t/160mm) |
|---|---|
| Cassette | 12t Single Cog |
| Chain | KMC K1 Wide |
Brakes
| Brakes | SRAM DB4 (Rear Only); Rotors: SRAM Centerline (160mm) |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | FSA No.57E |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Burgtec Ride WideAlloy Enduro HandlebarShort (780x30mm)Standard (800x38mm) |
| Stem | Burgtec Enduro MK3 35 (35mm) |
| Saddle | Burgtec Cloud Boost Saddle |
| Seatpost | Trans-X SP66 |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Novatech D791SB/D256SBT |
|---|---|
| Rims | Kinlin DDT32 |
| Spokes | Pillar Straight Gauge |
| Front Tire | Schwalbe Billy Bonkers (2.25) |
| Rear Tire | Schwalbe Billy Bonkers (2.25) |
| Wheel Size | 26" |
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 | Short | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Effective top tube | 603 mm | 631 mm |
| Head tube | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 69.5° | 69.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 377 - 395 | 377-395 |
| Wheelbase | 1018 - 1036 | 1047 - 1065 |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 20 mm | 20 mm |
| Reach | 395 mm | 420 mm |
| Stack | 575 mm | 584 mm |
Geometry source: Transition first-party SBG geometry table ↗ Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
Geometry interpretation
What this geometry means
The archived table contains multiple manufacturer geometry states. Velopedia preserves source order and analyzes each state separately rather than averaging the published values.
Short geometry
Configuration
Riding position
The 575 mm stack is tall relative to the 395 mm reach, pointing to a more upright front-end position rather than an especially long, low cockpit.
Handling tendencies
A 69.5° head angle combined with a 1018 mm wheelbase points to quicker-steering and more responsive steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes. A 377 mm rear center is compact, which tends to make rear-wheel weight shifts and tight direction changes easier than a long-rear-center layout.
Configuration changes
Compared with Configuration 2, this configuration shortens the rear center by 18 mm and shortens the wheelbase by 18 mm.
Archive context
Its wheelbase of 1018 mm sits toward the shorter end. The chainstay of 377 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. The head angle of 69.5° sits toward the steeper end.
Riding position
The 575 mm stack is tall relative to the 395 mm reach, pointing to a more upright front-end position rather than an especially long, low cockpit.
Handling tendencies
A 69.5° head angle combined with a 1036 mm wheelbase points to quicker-steering and more responsive steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes. A 395 mm rear center is compact, which tends to make rear-wheel weight shifts and tight direction changes easier than a long-rear-center layout.
Configuration changes
Compared with Configuration 1, this configuration lengthens the rear center by 18 mm and lengthens the wheelbase by 18 mm.
Archive context
The head angle of 69.5° sits toward the steeper end. Its wheelbase of 1036 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its reach of 395 mm sits toward the shorter end.
Standard geometry
Configuration
Riding position
The 584 mm stack is tall relative to the 420 mm reach, pointing to a more upright front-end position rather than an especially long, low cockpit.
Handling tendencies
A 69.5° head angle combined with a 1047 mm wheelbase points to quicker-steering and more responsive steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes. A 377 mm rear center is compact, which tends to make rear-wheel weight shifts and tight direction changes easier than a long-rear-center layout.
Configuration changes
Compared with Configuration 2, this configuration shortens the rear center by 18 mm and shortens the wheelbase by 18 mm.
Archive context
Its wheelbase of 1047 mm sits toward the shorter end. The chainstay of 377 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its reach of 420 mm sits toward the shorter end.
Riding position
The 584 mm stack is tall relative to the 420 mm reach, pointing to a more upright front-end position rather than an especially long, low cockpit.
Handling tendencies
A 69.5° head angle combined with a 1065 mm wheelbase points to quicker-steering and more responsive steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes. A 395 mm rear center is compact, which tends to make rear-wheel weight shifts and tight direction changes easier than a long-rear-center layout.
Configuration changes
Compared with Configuration 1, this configuration lengthens the rear center by 18 mm and lengthens the wheelbase by 18 mm.
Archive context
Its reach of 420 mm sits toward the shorter end. The head angle of 69.5° sits toward the steeper end. Its wheelbase of 1065 mm sits toward the shorter end.
Geometry describes frame proportions and likely tendencies, not a ride test. Rider proportions, cockpit setup, tires, suspension settings, wheel configuration, and component choices can materially change how a bicycle fits and feels.
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Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.