Liv Embolden Mountain Bike 2026 - Trail Full Suspension MTB
The Liv Embolden is a versatile full suspension trail bike designed to help riders build confidence and explore more challenging terrain. With balanced geometry, smooth suspension performance and reliable Shimano CUES gearing, it delivers control, comfort and capable handling on modern trails.
Key Features:
- ALUXX aluminium frame with 130mm FlexPoint suspension and modern geometry
- Giant STL 34 dual air fork with 140mm travel
- Crest FloTrac Elite TR rear shock with 130mm rear travel
- Shimano CUES 1x10-speed drivetrain with wide-range cassette
- Tektro HD-M5141 hydraulic disc brakes
- Giant AM30 wheels with Maxxis Dissector and Minion DHR II tyres
- Giant Contact Switch dropper post fitted as standard
- Available with 0% APR finance
The Liv Embolden is designed to make trail riding feel approachable, capable and fun whether you're progressing from easier routes or looking for a dependable full suspension bike for regular trail centre rides. Its lightweight ALUXX-grade aluminium frame combines efficient climbing performance with confident descending manners, giving the bike a balanced and predictable feel across varied terrain.
Liv’s FlexPoint suspension platform delivers 130mm of rear wheel travel with a smooth and supportive ride feel that maintains traction over roots, rocks and loose surfaces. Up front, the 140mm Giant STL 34 air fork helps absorb trail impacts while providing confident steering and control on rougher descents and technical sections.
The modern trail geometry creates a stable and confidence-inspiring ride without feeling sluggish or difficult to manoeuvre. Liv also uses a size-specific wheel approach, with smaller frame sizes using a mixed-wheel setup for improved fit and agility, while medium and large sizes use dual 29-inch wheels for smooth rolling speed and obstacle clearance.
Shimano CUES 1x10 gearing keeps shifting simple and reliable while offering a wide gear range for steep climbs and flowing descents. The Shadow Plus rear mech improves chain stability over rough terrain, while the 11-48T cassette gives plenty of climbing support for longer off-road rides.
Maxxis Dissector and Minion DHR II tyres provide dependable grip and predictable handling across mixed trail conditions, while the Giant AM30 alloy wheelset is tubeless-ready for riders wanting lower pressures and improved puncture resistance. Tektro hydraulic disc brakes offer consistent stopping power in wet and dry conditions alike.
A Giant Contact Switch dropper seatpost comes fitted as standard, making it easier to lower the saddle quickly for descents and technical terrain. Thoughtful details such as improved cable routing, a semi-integrated shock design and a durable chainstay protector help keep maintenance straightforward while reducing noise on rough trails.
The Embolden is an excellent option for riders looking to progress their trail riding with a capable and easy-to-manage full suspension bike that balances comfort, confidence and modern trail performance.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| Frame | ALUXX-grade aluminum, 130mm FlexPoint suspension, 12x148mm thru-axle, UDH interface |
| Fork | Giant STL 34 dual air, 140mm, 15x110, thru-axle |
| Rear Shock | Crest FloTrac Elite TR, 2-position lockout, 210x52.5, custom tuned for Liv |
| Stem | Giant Contact SL 35 XS: 40mm, S: 50mm, M: 50mm, L: 50mm |
| Bars | Giant Contact TR35, 35mm XS:20mm rise / 760mm, S:20mm rise / 760mm, M:35mm rise / 760mm, L:35mm rise 800mm |
| Front Brake | Tektro HD-M5141, hydraulic, TR-54, 6-bolt rotors |
| Rear Brake | Tektro HD-M5141, hydraulic, TR-54, 6-bolt rotors |
| Brake Lever | Tektro HD-M5141 |
| Rear Mech | Shimano CUES RD-U6000, Shadow + |
| Shifters | Shimano CUES SL-6000, 1x10 |
| Speed | 10 |
| Rims | Giant AM30 alloy rim |
| Front Hub | Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt |
| Rear Hub | Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt, HG driver body |
| Spokes | stainless, 28, J-bend |
| Front Tyre | Maxxis Dissector, Dual, EXO, TR |
| Rear Tyre | Maxxis Minion DHR II, Dual, EXO, TR, tubeless |
| Seat Post | Giant Contact Switch AT dropper, remote XS: 110-140mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm S: 110-140mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm M: 140-170mm travel / 30.9 x 470mm L: 140-170mm travel / 30.9 x 470mm |
| Saddle | Liv Contact Ergo Trail |
| Chainset | Shimano CUES FC-U6000, XS: 165mm, S: 165mm, M: 165mm, L: 165mm, 34T for 27.5", 32T for 29" |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, threaded |
| Chain | KMC X-11 |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES, CS-LG300, 11x48 |
Mountain Bike Size Chart
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Height
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Bike Size
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Mountain Bike Size
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4’8” – 5’1”
143 – 155 cm
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XXS
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13” (33 cm)
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5’1” – 5’4”
155 – 163 cm
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XS
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15” (38 cm)
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5’4” – 5’7”
163 – 170 cm
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S
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16” (41 cm)
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5’7” – 5’10”
170 – 178 cm
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M
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18” (46cm)
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5’10” – 6’0”
178 – 183 cm
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L
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19” (48cm)
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6’0” – 6’3”
183 – 191 cm
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XL
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20” (51 cm)
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6’3” – 6’5”
191 – 196 cm
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XXL
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21” (53 cm)
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6’5” – 6’9”
196 – 205 cm
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XXXL
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22” (56 cm)
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* Mountain bikes are sized differently to road bikes. Typically, they are sized in inches as the first MTBs were produced in the USA. European brands like Lapierre and Haibike like to use centimetres for all their bikes. The measurements of their mountain bikes doesn’t match their road bikes but are like a simple conversion from the inches measurement. This is why we have included cm measurements in brackets for the Mountain bike column.
Read our bike size guide for more information on sizing.
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Liv Embolden Mountain Bike 2026 - Trail Full Suspension MTB
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