Strengths: keewee cromo 8 - its cromo, strong, sensible, smart suspension design, low centre of gravity. you can also fit a brake therapy floating rear brake. it has a long wheel base, which makes it very stable at speed. this could also be considered a weakness. the keewee chainguide is still working and hasnt dropped a chain yet (touch wood)
Weaknesses: lack of tyre clearance in the rear swingarm. that keewee have sold out are not making dh bikes or bikes manufactured in nz now. no international standard chain guide mounts. not a lot of clearance around the chain guide area and you its difficult to fit a twin plate mrp guide. maybe considered heavy by some but if your a bike breaker this isnt necessarily a bad thing
Bottom Line:
excellent frame, would recommend. shame theyre not still making them.
Strengths: strong as hell, really stiff, good warranty, pedals really well, good ride, adjustable seat tower, inspires to go faster
Weaknesses: for downhill none, for anything else its a bit heavy. Could do with a heavier spring on back, will be changed asap
Bottom Line:
excellent dh frame, can be raced, strong as hell, well built, well designed and worth every penny. Backed up by quality service from topshelf. I want some shivers on mine as the back end tracks superbly and the jnrs don't do it justice, soon the be getting a back wheel to match the front too should be awesome with those 2 upgrades
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