Built for the perfect blend of raw speed and raw fun.
The Starling Cycles Twist is our take on the mullet with a monster-truck 29″ wheel up front and a fast, fun 27.5″ wheel out back.
With 135mm or 165mm of rear travel, mullet wheels and plenty of tyre clearance, it’s built to party.
The 29″ front wheel offers a ton of stability for monster trucking through rough terrain. The 27.5″ wheel will slash turns, whip through your tightest and techiest and guarantee that speed goes hand-in-hand with fun.
Now supplied with SRAM UDH.
Now shipping in just 8 weeks for size Medium, Large and Extra Large frames (usual lead time 16 weeks).
Introducing V3 of the Starling Cycles frame design.
V3 brings a whole heap of subtle but significant updates. We’ve combined ‘Enduro’ and ‘Trail’ models with a simple solution to combine both options into one frame, using an adjustable shock mount. The seat angle has been steepened for a better pedaling position and we’ve raised the BB a touch to add manoeuvrability.
We also now have an aluminium insert in the seat tube to stop seized posts, a stronger anti-flare headtube, a better-looking asymmetrical headtube gusset and we’ve moved the main pivot to the swing arm for a wider interface. Last but not least, we have a new cast main pivot part, which is neater and stronger than ever.
From December ’23 all frames will be supplied with SRAM’s UDH derailleur hanger standard.
Starling Cycles are made by real flesh-and-blood humans. The perfect blend of precision and passion.
Our frames are hand-crafted with quality, lightweight steel for an unmistakable feel and undeniable speed.
Our single-pivot suspension design eliminates complexity. A blast to ride and a breeze to maintain.
Trail Mode
Mullet wheels, 135mm rear travel using a 210x55mm shock and ideally suited to a 140mm fork.
In Trail mode the Twist is built to be an absolute riot on the trails. Acres of travel doesn’t always equal mountains of fun, and this is the bike to prove it.
The 29″ front wheel offers a ton of stability for monster-trucking through rough terrain. The 27.5″ wheel will slash turns, whip through your tightest and techiest and guarantee that speed doesn’t leave behind fun.
Switch Trail to Enduro mode: Murmur, Twist and Swoop frames are now built to fit 210mm and 230mm shocks using an adjustable shock mount, allowing Trail and Enduro modes on a single frame. No need to change your frame to go up or down travel, simply swap your shock position and switch fork/shock to suit.
Medium | Large | Extra Large | |
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Trail | Trail | Trail | |
Wheel size | 27.5″/29″ | 27.5″ / 29″ | 27.5″ / 29″ |
Rider size range | 5’6″ – 5’10” 167cm – 177cm | 5’9″ – 6’1″ 175cm – 185cm | 6’0 – 6’4″ 183cm – 193cm |
A.Reach | 450mm | 485mm | 515mm |
B.Stack | 629mm | 629mm | 638mm |
C.Head Angle | 65.3° | 65.3° | 65.3° |
D.Seat Tube Length | 410mm | 440mm | 480mm |
E.Head Tube Length | 110mm | 110mm | 120mm |
F.Fork Length | 140mm | 140mm | 140mm |
G.Chainstay | 435mm | 435mm | 435mm |
H.Wheelbase | 1228mm | 1260mm | 1298mm |
I.BB Drop | 37mm | 37mm | 37mm |
J.Seat Angle | 78.3° | 78.3° | 78.3° |
K.Effective Top Tube | 596mm | 628mm | 663mm |
Max Seat Post Insertion | 300mm | 330mm | 360mm |
Enduro Mode
Mullet wheels, 165mm rear travel using a 230x65mm shock and ideally suited to a 160mm fork.
In Enduro mode the Twist is built for the perfect blend of raw speed and raw fun. It’s our take on the mixed-wheel mullet with plenty of travel, a monster-truck 29″ wheel up front and a fast, fun 27.5″ wheel out back.
The 29″ front wheel offers a ton of stability for monster-trucking through rough terrain. The 27.5″ wheel will slash turns, whip through your tightest and techiest and guarantee that speed goes hand-in-hand with fun.
Switch Enduro to Trail mode: Murmur, Twist and Swoop frames are now built to fit 210mm and 230mm shocks using an adjustable shock mount, allowing Trail and Enduro modes on a single frame. No need to change your frame to go up or down travel, simply swap your shock position and switch fork/shock to suit.
Medium | Large | Extra Large | |
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Enduro | Enduro | Enduro | |
Wheel size | 27.5″ / 29″ | 27.5″ / 29″ | 27.5″ / 29″ |
Rider size range | 5’6″ – 5’10” 167cm – 177cm | 5’9″ – 6’1″ 175cm – 185cm | 6’0 – 6’4″ 183cm – 193cm |
A.Reach | 450mm | 485mm | 515mm |
B.Stack | 635mm | 636mm | 645mm |
C.Head Angle | 64.5° | 64.5° | 64.5° |
D.Seat Tube Length | 410mm | 440mm | 480mm |
E.Head Tube Length | 110mm | 110mm | 120mm |
F.Fork Length | 160mm | 160mm | 160mm |
G.Chainstay | 435mm | 435mm | 435mm |
H.Wheelbase | 1228mm | 1260mm | 1298mm |
I.BB Drop | 7mm | 7mm | 8mm |
J.Effective Seat Angle | 77.5° | 77.5° | 77.5° |
K.Effective Top Tube | 596mm | 628mm | 663mm |
L. Standover | 834mm | 848mm | 852mm |
Max Seat Post Insertion | 300mm | 330mm | 360mm |
Travel | Trail: 135mm Enduro: 165mm |
Shock | Trail: 210x55mm Enduro: 230x65mm |
Headset Top | ZS44/28.6 |
Headset Bottom | EC44/40 |
Seat Tube | 31.6mm |
BB | 73mm Threaded |
Seat Clamp | 34.9mm |
Chain Device | Integrated 28T-34T |
Bash Mount | Optional ISCG05 |
Rear Axle | 148x12mm Boost |
Max Tyre | 27.5 x 2.8″ |
Brake Mount | IS |
Max Disc | 200mm |
Front Shock Hardware | 30x8mm |
Rear Shock Hardware | 35x8mm |
Main Pivot Bearings | 6902 2RS |
Derailleur Hanger | Replaceable SRAM UDH |
Starling Cycles customisation isn’t just about function, we can also create the best looking bike on your trails.
Starling Cycles frames are supplied as standard with light grey front triangle with black swingarm and graphics.
If you want something special you can customise your colour scheme and graphics to create your dream bike.
Your dream build needn’t be a nightmare. We can supply your frame with or without a shock and with build-kits to help you complete your masterpiece.
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