To wrap it all up, the different types of Mountain Bikes are Cross Country or XC, Trail, Downhill, Freeride, and Dirt jump. If you are a beginner in this sport, it is advisable to go with a hardtail XC bike, since this type can do almost all things that mountain bikes are made to do, and it comes at a lower price. However, it is ... wise to consider the specific type of riding you want to do. If you want to go for fast downhill races, then by all means get a downhill type. If street riding and jumps are your thing, then the dirt jump is the one for you. Just take note of each type’s advantages and disadvantages when buying a Mountain Bike.