Intense Primer Expert

The 2021 Intense Primer Pro is a fast, capable trail bike designed for riders who want efficiency on the climbs and confidence on the descents. With 140mm of rear travel paired with a 150mm fork, the Primer strikes an excellent balance between responsive trail performance and all-mountain capability. Built around a lightweight carbon fiber frame, the Primer uses Intense’s proven JS Tuned suspension platform to provide excellent pedaling efficiency while maintaining traction and control in rough terrain. Whether you're grinding up long climbs or charging technical descents, the bike stays composed and lively. This build features a premium Shimano XT drivetrain known for its crisp shifting and durability, paired with Shimano XT hydraulic disc brakes that deliver powerful and consistent stopping power on long descents. The fast-rolling 29” wheels help maintain speed and stability, while the modern trail geometry keeps the bike confident at speed and playful through corners. The Intense Primer Pro is a fantastic option for riders looking to step into a high-end carbon trail bike at a great value. It’s equally at home on long trail rides, technical singletrack, and aggressive trail sessions.