# Scott Spark, used prices on Cyclesite > 0 active Scott Spark listings on Cyclesite, the UK's bike-only marketplace. Frame numbers checked against a stolen-bike registry and rider-filed theft reports before going live. **Brand Wikidata:** https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q667907 ## Fair-value range (real UK market prices) - **Low to high:** £650 to £1,650 - **Typical:** £850 - **Source:** market_listings ## Sell velocity - **Demand:** medium ## Overview The Spark is Scott's cross country and short travel trail mountain bike. It bridges the gap between XC racing and trail riding with 120mm of travel that pedals efficiently but handles rough ground well. Scott has a strong heritage in XC racing and the Spark has been ridden to World Cup victories by Nino Schurter, arguably the greatest XC racer ever. The Spark uses Scott's TwinLoc suspension system, which lets you toggle between three suspension modes from a single bar mounted lever: locked out for climbing, traction control for rough climbs, and fully open for descending. It is genuinely useful in UK conditions where you constantly switch between fireroad climbs and singletrack descents. With 6 used listings tracked at an average price around £4,110, the Spark is less common on the used market than trail bikes. When they do appear, most sit between £2,380 and £2,850. ## What it's like to ride The Spark is the most versatile short travel mountain bike you can ride. In lock out mode, it climbs like a hardtail, efficient and direct. In open mode, it descends with surprising confidence for 120mm of travel. The TwinLoc system makes switching between modes effortless, which means you actually use it rather than leaving it in one setting all day. On UK trails, the Spark handles blues and reds comfortably. It is fast on fireroads, composed on rocky descents, and nimble on tight singletrack. It is not a trail bike though. Technical black runs and big drops exceed its travel limit. The Spark is happiest being ridden fast on flowing, technical trails where pedalling efficiency matters as much as descending ability. ## Who it's for XC racers who want a bit more capability than a pure race bike. Fast trail riders who prioritise climbing and efficiency. Marathon and multi day event riders. Riders who enjoy long, varied loops mixing fireroads and singletrack. Anyone who values versatility and wants one mountain bike that works everywhere except the gnarliest terrain. ## Good points - TwinLoc suspension toggle is genuinely useful and easy to use - Outstanding climbing efficiency in locked out mode - More capable descending than a traditional XC bike - Proven at the highest level of World Cup XC racing - Well balanced geometry for mixed terrain riding ## Considerations - 120mm travel limits rough terrain capability compared to 140mm trail bikes - TwinLoc system adds cables and a bar mounted lever that some riders find cluttered - Less common on the used market than trail bikes - Scott dealer network in the UK is smaller than some rivals ## Year guide The 2022 redesign brought updated geometry, improved suspension kinematics, and better tyre clearance. The 2019 to 2021 Spark is still excellent for XC use but the geometry is slightly dated for trail riding. For the best value, a 2022 RC or 900 model is the one to target. ## FAQs ### Is the Spark good for trail centres? Excellent for blue and red trails. The TwinLoc system means you can lock out for fireroad climbs and open up for descents. On black runs and very rough terrain, you will feel the 120mm travel limit. For mixed trail centre riding, it is one of the most efficient bikes you can use. ### What is TwinLoc? It is a bar mounted lever that changes both the fork and shock settings simultaneously. Three positions: full lockout for tarmac and fireroad climbing, traction control for rough climbs, and fully open for descending. One lever, two suspension units, three modes. It works well and most riders use it constantly. ## Buying tips - Check the TwinLoc system works smoothly in all three positions. Worn cables and sticky pivots are common on used Sparks - Ask about suspension service history. The Fox or RockShox shock and fork should be serviced annually - The RC models are race focused with lighter carbon. The 900 series is the trail version with slightly slacker geometry - Inspect the pivot bearings carefully. Short travel bikes transmit more force through the linkage on rough terrain - Make sure the dropper post (if fitted) works smoothly. Not all Sparks came with droppers from the factory ## Live data - **Browse listings:** https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-brands/scott/spark - **Sold prices:** https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/sold-bike-prices/scott/spark - **Get a valuation:** https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/value/scott/spark - **Programmatic search (MCP):** https://api.cyclesite.co.uk/api/mcp/search?brand=Scott&model=Spark - **Valuation (MCP):** https://api.cyclesite.co.uk/api/mcp/valuation?brand=Scott&model=Spark --- Source: [https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-brands/scott/spark](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-brands/scott/spark) Cite as: Cyclesite (cyclesite.co.uk), accessed 2026-09-12. License: CC-BY-4.0, see /ai.txt for full AI usage policy. Data is live; refresh interval ≤ 5 minutes.