The all-purpose mountain bikes are for people who enjoy going uphill as much as they enjoy riding downhill. These bikes are light enough to climb uphill and also provide enough balance and support through their wide tyres to climb down a steep descent. The bikes feature 1.4-17cm of suspension travel and are ideal for the adventure-seeking mountain biking enthusiasts.

 

Now that we are aware of the different types of mountain bikes, let us look at some of the main features of a mountain bike which define its speed, efficiency, performance, and stability.