Designed from the ground up for women, the Liv Intrigue LT 2 (2023) is a longer-travel trail and enduro bike built on an ALUXX SL aluminum frame with 150mm of Maestro rear suspension. A 160mm fork adds descending muscle while women's-specific geometry dials in the fit. It strikes a balance between climbing composure and downhill confidence.

Why we like it:

Liv's women's-specific frame geometry is the real draw, tuning reach, standover, and suspension around female riders rather than simply shrinking a unisex design.

Who it's for:

A strong choice for women moving into more aggressive trail and enduro terrain who want a capable, well-sorted bike at an approachable price.

Highlights:

The chassis is an ALUXX SL aluminum frame with 150mm of Maestro rear travel. A RockShox 35 Gold RL fork provides 160mm up front, working with a FOX Float DPS Performance shock at the rear. Gearing is a 1x12 SRAM SX Eagle drivetrain with an 11-50 cassette, and Tektro M745 four-piston hydraulic disc brakes running 203/160mm rotors keep speed in check.

Things to consider:

With 150mm of travel and a 160mm fork this leans toward aggressive trail and enduro terrain. Riders who mostly pedal mellow singletrack may find it more bike than they need, and the entry SX Eagle drivetrain is a natural upgrade down the road.