Ibis Mojo 4 Review: I've Got my Mojo Back

We wrote a Mojo 4 First Look article when Ibis launched it in June. Since then, I’ve been dying to throw a leg over one. Well, the time has come - we’re diving in for a Mojo 4 review. Buckle Up! While it looks an awful a lot like the old one, the Mojo 4 saw some critical updates for this latest version. They’ve completely redesigned the geometry, bringing the bike into the modern era. Gone is the traditional geometry of the old version. Now it has some cutting edge numbers. The travel numbers remain the same as does the target rider. Who is that rider? Let’s talk about that. Read the full review here - www.bebikes.com/the-hub/ibis-...
0:00 Intro
2:35 Uphill
5:15 Downhill
Hookup on a bike demo from the Biker's Edge - www.bebikes.com/tellusyoucame...

[@marcthebeau]

That bike has to be one of the most quiet bikes on the down. Looks like it’s a fun bike. Really, really like your videos. I enjoy how you are very thorough and honest on your opinions. You just seem like a good guy everyone wants to ride with. Cheers from Canmore, Alberta, Canada

[@bikersedge]

It's such a fun ride. Glad it gets to hang out at my house for a little while. Glad you like the videos. It's always nice getting feedback from folks!

[@SpartanStanSteele78]

@@bikersedge I just got my insurance settlement from a bad accident a couple years ago and now no one has any bikes and I can't even go test ride any. I really want the Porsche GT-3 of bikes, fast is cool but handling is supreme. I want fun, lively snappy and 27". I'm going to order something tomorrow and it's so dang hard to know just by watching so what do you think does it all really well with a bias toward turns, climbs and maneuverability and with jumping and Mach chicken downhill secondary?

[@Jeroensurf]

Really nice review again. I bought partly based on your reviews an Ripmo and how you discribe bikes is soo much spot on, great job and thanx for making them!

[@bikersedge]

Glad you like the videos. Stoked we could help you decide on a bike!

[@caden7864]

Love your reviews. Just found you today. Can’t believe you don’t have a lot more subscribers. Great review. Just bought an HD4

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks! Spread the word. The HD4 is really good. I had one of those for a really long time!

[@markklein2018]

Very good review. I've had the Mojo 4 for two months now and this sums up the bike really well.

[@bikersedge]

Glad you liked it. The Mojo is so much fun.

[@stacyclark8754]

Great review, thank you! Clear and concise! I find the side by side comparisons to be really helpful and would love to see comparisons to other 27.5 trail bikes in the future. Thanks again :)

[@bikersedge]

We did a 5010 and Mojo 4 comparison. Haven’t been able to ride a 140 yet.

[@cdygreen]

Hey, bud - cool shirt. Always rad seeing home represented in various mtb-related videos.

[@bikersedge]

Thanks! Stoked to support the trails out there. Went for a tour with Gary last fall and loved it.

[@pmartnz]

Great reviews!

[@bikersedge]

Glad you like them!

[@IthacaDon]

I just bought an HD5 a couple of weeks ago. Really like it. Doesn't climb like my Ripley but still a good climber considering how it goes downhill! Thanks for the review.

[@bikersedge]

I used to own the HD4 and thought the same thing. Killer bike.

[@Yogert422]

Just bought a slightly used Mojo 4 to race dual slalom, ride some flow trails, and hit some jumps. Not really interested in riding real rocky/ technical downhills so it seems like this bike will do just fine.

[@furion..]

Any bike sized over Small should have a FOX 36 or a Yari, (unless the rider is bulimic.) I'm not a RockShox fan but this should _at least_ have a Yari, and since you're on an XL this should definitely be sporting a FOX 36. It must be deflecting all over the place. No wonder people claim Ibis are "Flexy".

[@HarryKuloh]

I like the water bottle cage!

[@bikersedge]

Shhhhhh. Don't tell.

[@guipol112]

This bike looks like so fun...i think same feelings on a hardcore hardtail. The Ripley is more efficient, but this seems more fun.....tough choice

[@mannyfnsc29]

I absolutely love my Mojo 3 and am really looking forward to demoing the M4 when it's more available in my area. I think the Assegai tires are complete overkill though.. something faster and lighter (especially in the back) would be nice. Do you notice a significant difference in steering with the shorter 37mm offset fork?

[@bikersedge]

Agreed on the tires. I don’t think either stock option is the right fit for this bike. I’d probably go for a minion/dissector combo myself. I didn’t notice too much difference in steering. At least nothing that jumped out to me.

[@mannyfnsc29]

@@bikersedge Yea, I think that'd be a good tire setup. Btw, I briefly rode a v4 5010 and it was ok, but just doesn't have the same energetic, lively feel as the DW link. I haven't found any other suspension design quite like it. Anyway, thanks so much for these videos and for your reply. 👍

[@mikebarger3563]

@Biker’s Edge: did you keep the rear shock in the open setting primarily or did you toggle back and forth between the compression settings?

[@bikersedge]

100% open.

[@mprox3431]

I know this comment is one year out but just seeing this as i'm in the market for a new bike. BE reviews are outstanding. Some of the best that i have seen. That said i'm not sure of which bike is best for me between the Ripley and this mojo. You mentioned that the mojo isn't an old guy bike like the mojo 3? So for an old guy {no offense taken} which bike is best for all around riding. Looking at climbing, easy to handle and fun downhill not necessarily jumping everything. Thanks in advance and for the great reviews!

[@bikersedge]

Thanks for the kind words. I think the Mojo is a little more forgiving than the Ripley. It’s a bit smoother ride as well. The Ripley is faster and more efficient. It’s a bit better climber.

[@lauraandriani1284]

Thanks for this review - really helpful! I'm considering this as an upgrade from my Neuron AL 7. Does this bike you think have more stability on chunk and perhaps climb a bit better due to the seat tube angle? Thx

[@bikersedge]

Im not too familiar with the canyon lineup. Haven’t ridden one. Can’t really say.

[@IQFSanAntonio]

This ride looks a lot like a hike I did at Snowbird (Utah).

[@bikersedge]

Probably is the same trail.

[@drworm7432]

Mojo 4 or Ripmo V2 for a short and light rider (5'4" 110lbs) who loves the climb but also wants to shred the down...?!? Thank you for your excellent review! Does this Mojo 4 do well in full-chunk?

[@bikersedge]

Can’t beat the Ripmo for shredding. The Mojo 4 is going to be more nimble and fun though.

[@Stickybutton]

Impossible to get a Fox 34 140mm with a 37mm offset that's ideal for this bike. How does it ride with a 44mm offset?

[@phoenixeasyrider6026]

9:32 "old guy bike", I'm 68 and love MTB riding. Not offended by comment looking for the perfect Old Guy bike. Have an older Intense Carbine 29 (2014-2015?) really like it but its 142 rear axle dimensions are not compatible with my other bikes. Have an Ibis DV9 which is awesome, but am a better rider on fully suspended bike. Great review piqued my interest and what is an old guy bike?

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks for the kind words. When I say “old guy bike” it’s not really a slam on the bike at all. The way I see them is they’re efficient, really plush, not always super progressive to allow for hitting big jumps and drops. They usually have wide tires and tons of traction. Pretty much made for being quick, comfortable and efficient.

[@burkebair]

I have recently ridden the Ripley, Mojo 3, HD5 and Ripmo. The Ripmo is leading the pack for me. I'd love to ride the Mojo 4 and Ripmo on the same day. What are your thoughts between the Ripmo and Mojo 4?

[@bikersedge]

I think for a well-rounded bike to ride everything, it's tough to beat the Ripmo or Ripley (based on your local trails and riding style) The Mojo 4 is really fun for making the most of your daily rides, though. It's great for going a little slower, finding side hits, goofing off... If I could only have one, I think I'd have to go Ripmo. If I could have two I'd go Ripmo and Mojo, but I prefer going fast on the downhill rather than uphill.

[@dansburns]

Great review, as always. Spooky quiet. What trail(s) is this? I don't like either tire option and would go with something else. What's your verdict on the S35 carbons? Think this could be a mullet candidate? Which would be better compliment to Ripmo v1...M4 or Ripley? \m/

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks! This is Baby Thunder in Little Cottonwood. I like the Ibis wheels. They don’t wow like some others, but they do the job without complaint. If you want a fast bike to log miles and do stupid climbs on, get the Ripley. Although there’s going to be a lot of overlap between those two. Personally I’d go Mojo just to keep it fun and different. It rides in such a different way.

[@dansburns]

Biker's Edge I thought that was the Bird in the background. Thanks! What wheels have wowed you?

[@bikersedge]

Honestly I think a lot of them are on the same playing field. With some minor differences I think the Ibis S35, Santa Cruz Reserve and Enve AM30 are all good. But the Enve M630 really stand above the rest.

[@JamesWilliams-gf8gm]

My Ripmo also make zero and I do mean zero noise. Topped it off with and onyx hub too.

[@bikersedge]

@@JamesWilliams-gf8gm Those Onyx hubs are pretty neat.

[@robngoma]

Do you think the 4 pedals as well or better than the 3?I have a 3,and i think it pedals as well as my v2 ripley.difference is the wheelsize.

[@bikersedge]

As far as pedaling efficiency goes I think it's as good as the 3. The geometry makes it lean more to the DH than the 3 though. The slacker head tube angle and long wheelbase don't help a ton when the climbing gets tight and technical.

[@robngoma]

@@bikersedge Yes,the 3 with that 67 htb angle makes for a nimble bike for sure!Thank you!

[@BMfins]

I’m wondering about the new giant trance x.

[@bikersedge]

We are waiting for a media sample/demo. Once it's here, we will make a video for sure.

[@TheGreaterU]

What's the weight of that build?

[@bikersedge]

I haven’t weighed it. Please hold.

[@michaelkay4464]

Thanks for the great videos! I’ll just ask for everyone else :). 5010 v Mojo!?! (Although that might just be a good video :))

[@bikersedge]

Glad you like it. I’ll refer you to 4:13 about the 5010 v Mojo.

[@michaelkay4464]

Biker's Edge oh my bad, missed it :)

[@benmoscrop2348]

You gonna be making a video on the yt izzo?

[@bikersedge]

No. We don’t have access to YT.

[@ethanbenton6676]

can that little dps really keep up?

[@bikersedge]

Works great. I guess if you’re hitting a lot of long, sustained bike park laps it might get a little warm. If you’re out riding trails, it’s plenty.

[@archibald904]

What’s the name of the trail?

[@bikersedge]

Baby Thunder

[@jg8273]

Mojo vs SB140?

[@bikersedge]

The 140 rides more like the bigger Bronson and Scout. It would probably be closer to the Mojo HD5 than the Mojo 4.

[@MarioXcore1]

this or the sb 140? 😳😳

[@bikersedge]

Haven’t ridden that one yet. I have a feeling that it’s going to ride much more like a Bronson than this or the 5010.

[@MarioXcore1]

@@bikersedge makes sense 🤔🤔 thanks for the review!

[@robertonjr10]

How about this with a 36 👀

[@bikersedge]

May as well go HD5 at that point right?

[@robertonjr10]

@@bikersedge I was thinking lighter bike with burly fork would do a killer combo, now that the 36 was "relegated" to trail/ all mtn, I´d spec a HD5 with a 38 🤔

[@bikersedge]

I think the 36 is still plenty “enduro” for 90% of riders on long travel bikes. It takes someone pretty big or someone who rides like Richie Rude to “need” a 38. I was actually surprised at how good the 34 with the Grip 2 was. In the past I haven’t loved the 34. It rode great on the Mojo.

[@RU2AIM]

So I'm guessing you're what, 210-215lbs if you're comfortable on an XL..?

[@bikersedge]

190

[@RU2AIM]

@@bikersedge See, slim from riding