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Motobecane Mirage SLX-XTL Size Chart | Between sizes? Size down for more crotch clearance; size up for taller handlebars/longer reach.
47cm - 5'0" to 5'3"
50cm - 5'3" to 5'6"
52cm - 5'6 to 5'8"
54cm - 5'8" to 5'10"
56cm - 5'10" to 6'0"
58cm - 6'0" to 6'1"
60cm - 6'1" to 6'2"
62cm - 6'3" to 6'4"
64cm - 6'4" +
*Approximate sizing - final choice depends on personal preference.
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WELL EQUIPPED with XTL Brake Lever Technology:
EXTRA levers mounted left and right of the stem = easier and quicker braking from the bar tops.
Normally a ~$120 to $150 upcharge in shops. See video below.
Real rider quotes about XTL / cross-top levers:
"...on the bar top in traffic and hazardous situations and they really come in handy"
"I love them. I'm really glad they came with the bike"
"They're great. I have brakes at my fingertips no matter where my hands are"
"...easier to apply when stopped with one leg off the bike"
2026 Features:
Straight Blade Carbon fork for precise, comfortable riding
Semi-Compact lightweight aluminum frame, comparable to Trek road-bike style geometry
Shimano Claris STI triple crank drivetrain for convenient braking and shifting in one location
Aluminum dual-pivot brake calipers for controlled braking
FSA aluminum triple crankset for flattening hills
Weinmann DP18 aero-section wheelset to reduce wind resistance
ON SALE $649, compare at $1599. Compare to $1100+ Trek or Specialized carbon fork road bikes with Shimano STI shifters.
Motobecane Mirage SLX-XTL: perfect for the entry-to-sport level rider wanting the performance of an aluminum frame, the comfort of a carbon fork, and a factory-direct sale price.
XTL Brake Lever Upgrade:
Extra brake levers mounted left and right of the stem give quicker, easier braking from the bar-top position. Riders say they are especially useful in traffic, hazardous situations, and stop-and-go riding.
2026 Features:
Straight Blade Carbon forks for precise and comfortable riding
Semi-Compact aluminum frame with replaceable rear derailleur hanger and 2 bottle mounts
Shimano Claris STI 3x8 speed drivetrain with triple cranks for more hill-crushing range
Aluminum dual-pivot brake calipers
Shimano front and rear derailleurs
Weinmann DP18 aero-section double-wall aluminum wheelset
Factory-packed FREE road pedals as shown
Compare to: Trek or Specialized carbon fork road bikes with Shimano STI shifters at $1100+.
| Compare | Our Bike | Trek | Specialized |
|---|---|---|---|
| Make / Model | Motobecane Mirage SLX-XTL |
Trek Domane AL 2 Gen 4 |
Specialized Diverge E5 |
| Price | $649 | $1,199.99 | $1,349.99 |
| Weight | 24.5 lb | 23.26 lb | 22 lb 9.2 oz |
| Carbon Fork | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Shimano Claris | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Note | *Weights can vary +/-5% due to size/production variables | ||
| Size | 47 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 | 62 | 64 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BB Drop (mm) | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 | 71.0 | 71.0 | 69.0 | 69.0 | 69.0 | 69.0 |
| BB to Ground (mm) | 266.0 | 266.0 | 266.0 | 268.0 | 268.0 | 270.0 | 270.0 | 270.0 | 270.0 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 75.5 | 75.1 | 74.7 | 74.2 | 73.6 | 73.1 | 72.8 | 72.5 | 72.3 |
| Standover at BB (mm) | 698 | 731 | 750 | 772 | 795 | 817 | 835 | 854 | 874 |
| Standover (inches) | 27.5 | 29 | 29.5 | 30.4 | 31.3 | 32.2 | 32.9 | 33.6 | 34.4 |
| Actual Top Tube (mm) | 486.7 | 506.9 | 516.6 | 526.1 | 538.8 | 553.2 | 564.0 | 575.0 | 586.0 |
| Top Tube (inches) | 19.16 | 19.96 | 20.34 | 20.71 | 21.21 | 21.78 | 22.20 | 22.64 | 23.07 |
| Chain Stay (mm) | 408.0 | 408.0 | 409.0 | 410.0 | 410.0 | 411.0 | 411.0 | 412.0 | 413.0 |
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 70.2 | 72.1 | 72.8 | 73.0 | 73.5 | 73.8 | 73.9 | 73.9 | 74.0 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 115.0 | 130.0 | 140.0 | 150.0 | 170.0 | 190.0 | 210.0 | 230.0 | 250.0 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 974.8 | 974.8 | 976.0 | 980.0 | 983.0 | 992.0 | 1001.0 | 1010.0 | 1018.0 |
| Effective Top Tube (mm) | 502.50 | 524.49 | 535.58 | 546.76 | 561.53 | 577.68 | 589.13 | 600.52 | 611.15 |
Tolerance +/-2mm. Calculations based on 700x28c tire. Top tubes slope upward to head tube. Use the general size guide plus effective top tube for sizing.
MR MTR99: "...bought on line from bikesdirect.com, so far so good, reliable bike and very useful...I love it, great for commuting"
AB: "pretty good value...would I recommend buying this? Yeah..."
WELL EQUIPPED with NEW XTL Brake Lever Technology:
EXTRA Levers Mounted Left And Right Of Stem = Easier+Quicker Braking
NORMALLY ~$120 to $150 UpCharge In Shops (See video, below)
Real Rider Quotes About XTL / Cross Top Levers:
"...on the bar top in traffic and hazardous situations and they really come in handy"
"I love them. I'm really glad they came with the bike"
" they're great. I have brakes at my fingertips no matter where my hands are"
"...easier to apply when stopped with one leg off the bike"
