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Turner DH Race Frameset
Product DescriptionThis is the real thing, designed specifically for downhill racing. Turner pioneered the production DH frame with the Afterburner that grabbed a Silver Medal in the 1995 World Championship. Since then we have been watching and listening to the racers, compiling information for the ultimate downhill race bike in the next millennium. The list of priorities in design were, low stand over height for safety, lower weight placement for for quick handling, 14" bottom bracket height for stability in corners, 7" fork compatibility, shock placement protected from roost- (shock rebuilds are very expensive!) and super rigidity for for precise handling.
User Reviews
Submitted by
Blake
a Racer
from Moscow, ID, USA Date Reviewed: March 18, 2003 Strengths: The DHR is very well balanced in the air, easy to get used to, corners exceptionaly well, feels solid. Aside from its high level of performance there are no surprises with this bike. Just point and go! The faster you go, the better the bike works for you through braking bumps, jumps, drops, berms, rock gardens, whatever. This bike can handle whatever you can put in front of it. Weaknesses: A bit heavier than some of the other frames out there but bullet proof. The only thing slowing this frame down is you. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Beacon Hill Duration Product Used: 2 Years Price Paid: $1500.00 Bike Setup: mostly azonic components, Sram, Maxxis, white bros DH3, Ringle, Hurricane seatpost, Hayes brakes.
Submitted by
Ken Bennett
a Downhiller
from Peoria,AZ USA Date Reviewed: September 15, 2002 Strengths: This is quite possibly the best frame design to date. It handles better than anything else I've ridden and still pedals well. I even climb some hills that others walk with there XC bikes. The bike is built like a tank, there's gussets everywhere. I've done big drops to flat, gap jumps and just about every trail at South Mtn. with this bike. No matter what you throw at it, it'll handle more. One of the magazine guys even rode one at the RedBull Rampage.The pivots all have grease ports so maint. is easy. The seat tube is straight so you can run a longer post for those treks to the trailhead, then lower it for your descent.The factory support is top notch, they'll make sure you order the right size frame and set it up with the right spring for your body weight. The cable routing is great since there are no bosses at all. You get bolt on eyelets to hold the shift housing and brake lines. This combined with the integrated chainguide mount made this the fastest, easiest DH bike build I've ever done. I didn't have to saw or file anything! Weaknesses: Hmmm. The frame is heavier than a lot of others but it isn't going to flex or break. The pivot bushings were a bit tight but I was able to sand them down, now everything's fine. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Holbert Duration Product Used: 1 Year Price Paid: $1500.00 Purchased At: Rage Cycles Similar Products Used: Intense M1 and UZZI DH, Titus Quasimoto, Foes, Mtn Cycle, whatever I could try out. Bike Setup: Turner DHR, Bombshell Kamikaze fork, Profile cranks and bars Hayes discs, Mr Dirt chainguide, Maxxis tires
Submitted by
Dave Franciosy
a Downhiller
from UK Date Reviewed: May 16, 2002 Strengths: well what can i say this has to be the best bike i have used i feel more at home on it then any other frame. The bike has helped me gain more confidence day by day. I am already doing bigger drops then before.The bike dose not feel heaver even in mid air it handles so well it is unture Weaknesses: well not a weakness more a good thing (waiting time ) means more people like them and want them which is a good thing Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: aston hill & ludlow Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Price Paid: $4500.00 Purchased At: turner / riverside Similar Products Used: turner rfx,M1,222,atx 1 ,dare,cortina dh8, Bike Setup: 2002 frame with a romic shock,boxxer forks (black box tuned by www.tftunedshox.com) deemax wheels,kore stem,middleburn rs7 (165),mr dirt gizmo,xt rear mech,xt block,pc 68 chain,xt shifter,dx 30 pedals,comp 16,hope m4 205 f 185 r azonic bars ,turner sdg seat,ddg post,odi lockons blackspire head set sks front mud guard
Submitted by
Rob
a Racer
from Orange County, CA Date Reviewed: December 23, 2001 Strengths: Takes big drops like no other, pedals like an XC bike, Stiff as hell, killer worksmanship, neddle bearings/grease fittings, perfect low center of gravity for unmatched cornering, stable at high speed, solid frame, huge headtube. Weaknesses: Absolutly none Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Laguna DH Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Purchased At: The Bike Company Similar Products Used: I've owned 3 M1s, have ridden; RM9, VPP10, Chumba Wumba, Super 8, and GT DHI Bike Setup: Turner Medium with Romic Shock, Boxxer Fork, Mavic 521/Hadley, Thomson, King, High Roller ST, RaceFace NS, Easton EA70, Shorty Deluxe 50mm, XTR, MRP
Submitted by
Anthony Cuomo
a Downhiller
from San Diego Date Reviewed: September 28, 2001 Strengths: What is to say other than CRAFTSMANSHIP, this bike is the shiznic. I have never riden another bike that corners so well and plows through technical sections so easialy, and pedals like no other DH bike other than a GT but hey lets face it GT's bike only Pedals well. I will proudly say I am glad that I bought this BIKE!!!! Last but not least the customer service was awesome!!! Weaknesses: The only weakness that I could see, is that the fox shock needs a slower rebound and that is not Turner's Fault. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Mammoth Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $2500.00 Purchased At: Direct Similar Products Used: FOES DHS MONO, INTENSE M1, YETI DH9, LENZ, SCHWINN,KHS=SHI* and GT DHi(snap crackle) Bike Setup: MARZ Shiver, Shimano XT and DX Pedals, Mavic 321, MAXXIS MOB's and HIGH ROLLERS, HAYES 8 in., and HAYES Hubs
Submitted by
Andy
a Downhiller
from UK Date Reviewed: April 22, 2001 Strengths: This frame is exceptionally well designed, built and finished. It is easy to pedal on flat sections and the rear travel is smooth and progressive. There is never any sign of bottoming out and yet the first few inches of travel are soft enough to iron out all but the smallest of bumps. The fittings for the chain device are sturdy and straightforward to use (no setting up required). Weaknesses: There are no problems with this frame but before buying it you should consider the kit you are going to put on it. You will need a fork with 7"+ of travel and durable hardware (it will get hammered). The shock adjusters are a little hard to reach on the move but with practice it is possible. I'd advise putting some tape over the grease ports on the linkages to keep the crud from getting pushed in there next time you lube the bearings. The cable routing is not perfect if you have your rear brake lever on the left side but it's far better then a lot of other DH frames. There are no bosses for drinking bottles or mudguards!!! Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Price Paid: $2500.00 Purchased At: Riverside, UK. Similar Products Used: Cannondale Super V - a great bike but not designed for DH. Bike Setup: Modified White Bros UD150 Forks - upgrade due soon to Shivers or Stratos S8. Hope Big-un hubs and Mavic 321 rims. Tioga Factory DH tyres (at the moment). Hope hydraulic discs - 185mm front 155mm rear (don't consider anything else). Race Face North Shore cranks - 165mm for ground clearance. Various Shimano bits and pieces (rear mech etc). Tioga bars and stem (oversize bulge). Oury grips - the best you can get. Mr Dirt Gizmo chain guide. 
Submitted by
John Frucci
a Downhiller
from Kalamazoo, MI Date Reviewed: April 18, 2001 Strengths: For all reading: This is a no B.S. review. I got this frame over others (M1, Balfa NR, DHi) because of its reputation. I have no problem calling a spade a spade, so what you are about to read are my honest views on the DHR. Well built, pedals great, plush, rigid laterally, nice paint, easy to maintain, well thought cable routing (all DH bikes should be able to run continuous housing), heavy duty decals...all in all, well thought out and executed Weaknesses: Not necessarily a weakness but, the proprietary chain guide is not available yet...Mr. Dirt hasn't got them available as of April, and MRP's won't be compatible due to a design change (according to MRP). The explanation I got was that the Turner was designed with the Rev A. standard mount - the industry ended up with Rev B. Minor differences will make the MRP direct mount incompatible, but the Mr. Dirt will be ok. However, with very minor machining, the Black Spire guide is holding up great! Not a sqeak or dropped chain yet. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Price Paid: $1600.00 Purchased At: Turner Direct Similar Products Used: M1, Giant DH, Bullet, DHi Bike Setup: Monster T, King HS, Race Face 113mm BB, Race Face NS Cranks, Black Spire guide, Hayes 8" discs, Thomson post, Race Face Bar, XTR drivetrain, Time pedals
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