Motobecane Fantom Cross

16 reasons to buy

• Versatility is a drawcard, with the Fantom Cross being great on-road and off.

• In general, Fantom Cross component specs were considered to be excellent value.

• Fantom Cross frames are available in up to seven sizes (from 49cm to 64cm).

• After 3600 miles, a Trial owner needed only to replace a set of bearings.

• The Singlespeed Fantom Cross Uno was a low maintenance option.

• WTB Riddler tires on the Uno Pro are usually seen on more expensive bikes.

• Eyelets are provided for rear racks, while Unos also feature 3x fork bolts.

• The Fantom Cross was at home on less-technical singletrack.

• The CX3’s Tektro cantilevers and the Uno Pro’s Lyra discs were both lauded.

• Cornering was described as fast and predictable.

• Fantoms handled well and rode comfortably, with full panniers and racks.

• The Team Ti’s titanium frame was low-priced, looked great and rode well.

• A huge gear range was offered by the Fantom Cross Trail’s triple chainrings.

• Clearance permits fat 42mm tires, as long as you aren’t using fenders.

• Per geometry, a relaxed headtube and long wheelbase was stable on descents.

• Owners felt that Fantoms looked sharp, especially in Titanium.