A classic frame in the S&M line is back and better than ever. The Dirt Bike frame had previously been a long-standing member of the S&M range, and over the years, had seen its fair share of refinements (including ‘97’s beefed-up Next Generation series) but we haven’t heard much from the Dirt Bike in the past few years. That all ended a few months ago when S&M announced the return of the Dirt Bike.
Here’s what S&M had to say about the return: “We’ve been getting requests for basically the same frame for awhile now and this is it. The Dirt Bike has a 74.5 head tube, taller stand over and a 14” rear end. Built with SuperTherm tubing, this frame is light and strong. It’s not available brakeless, it uses a regular seat-clamp, there aren’t any holes drilled in it for lightness. This thing looks like a regular BMX frame that wasn’t designed specifically for tail-whips, nose wheelies and hang fives! In other words it’s a fu*king Dirt Bike.”
Basically, S&M didn’t mess with the Dirt Bike’s classic design too much. It is updated with an integrated headset, removable gyro tabs, Mid B/B and 990 mounts on the seat stays, but it still looks like the good ole Dirt Bike we’ve come to know and love. Top tube sizes include 20.5”, 20.75”, 21.0” and 21.25”, weight is just under 5 pounds and it’s available in black, yellow and red with retro Dirt Bike graphics. If you’re looking for a classic frame with controlled geometry, this is your frame. And oh yeah, like all S&M frames, the Dirt Bike is made in the USA.
FOR MORE INFO: http://www.sandmbikes.com
