The all-new Yukon FX provides aspiring off-road riders all the tools they’ll need for maximum fun: 4 inches of travel, disc brakes and a smooth-shifting 8-speed drivetrain. From dirt path to rugged trail, Yukon FX has you covered.
FRAME TECHNOLOGYGiant’s all-new Yukon FX frame features 4 inches of rear travel and a light ALUXX aluminum frame to provide just the right amount of comfort, quickness and control over rough terrain.
FEATURES
RockShox Dart 2, 100mm suspension fork, Giant air shock
Submitted by
Simon
a Weekend Warrior
from Up Norf, England Date Reviewed: November 20, 2009
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$310.00
Purchased At:
Pauls-cycles.co.uk
Strengths:
- Price
- Smooth suspension action
Weaknesses:
- Touch on the heavy side, then again I don't tend to bother ride up hills too much.
- I now want more travel!!
Similar Products Used:
Trek + kona hardtails
Bike Setup:
All stock except Marzocchi MX Pro fork. thinking of getting rid of the outer ring and replacing with bash guard.
Bottom Line:
Thats 310 pounds (£), not dollars!
Unbelievable value, yeah it may be a little heavy, the fork like a pogo stick (Dart 2)and low spec Sram shifters/derailler, but for a little over 300 quid it is an amazing deal.
I've only upgraded the fork and once you tweak the rear shock to your liking it is a quality piece of machinery. The rear end sticks to the ground and the action is smooth with no pedal bob (unless you are hammering it up hill out of the seat. The cable disks are also much better than expected.
Who cares about the latest xtr parts and featherweight carbon? this things motors through everything which at this price i didnt think possible.
Only downside is that I want more travel, although the bike is more than capable of handling the rough stuff.
Even at original rrp I don't think there is anything else which is as good as this bike. Get it!
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Submitted by
Biohazard74
a Weekend Warrior
from Miami Date Reviewed: July 19, 2009
Favorite Trail:
none really to compare
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$860.00
Purchased At:
Cycle World Miami Fl
Strengths:
I liked the hard rear shock. The handling was much better than I had read in alot of the reviews for this bike. The gear shifting was good but would slip here and there. Not a big deal. I tuned it myself and started shifting perfectly. This is my 1st mountain bike but had done off road when i was a kid all thru my teenage years on bmx bikes and have been riding a hybrid Raleigh sc30 for the last few years just for exercise but got bored of just that str8 line riding on the road. My friends have been trying to get me into Mountain biking for awhile and i finally gave in and got this bike. The price for what it delivers is not bad. My 1st ride was today at Markham Park and i must say im hooked. I already bent my rear disk when i ate the ground a few good times and i didnt even worry about it. Just bent it right back and is just fine.
Weaknesses:
Front forks are way to soft for a rider my size as opposed to its rear shock which was just right. I didnt need much experience to figure that one out for myself. The saddle can be better but its not really bad. The grips i will probably change soon as they kill my hands.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized FSR stumjumper (full suspension) 2007 that belongs to my friend that took me to Markham
Bike Setup:
(STOCK)
Spec Name Giant Yukon FX
Frame Giant ALUXX butted-aluminum
Fork RockShox Dart 2, 100mm-travel w/lockout
Rims/Wheels WTB Dual Duty XC
Hubs Formula disc
Spokes Stainless-steel
Tires Kenda Nevegal, 26 x 2.1
Crankset TruVativ Isoflow
Chainwheel 42/32/22
Front Derailleur Shimano Alivio
Rear Derailleur SRAM X4
Rear Cogs SRAM PG-820, 8-speed: 11-28
Shifters SRAM X4
Handlebars Aluminum riser
Stem Aluminum
Brake Levers Aluminum 2-finger
Brakes Hayes MX-4 mechanical discs
Pedals Aluminum platform
Saddle WTB Speed-V Sport
Seat Post Aluminum
Bottom Line:
Bottom line is that in my opinion this bike is a great deal for the cash. I did everything my friend did on his $2800 bike with no problems besides eating a few times which is obviously not the bikes fault. The breaks were great, shifting was ok but could be better but not that much that id have them changed until they are useless. I would definately reccomend this bike to someone that doesnt have alot of cash to blow on a bike like me. For under 900 bucks u have a great bike. Able to do what most others can do. And the warrantee Giant gives you is not bad as well. Lifetime on the frame and i cant remember how long on parts.
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Submitted by
helidave
a Weekend Warrior
from AZ Date Reviewed: June 26, 2009
Favorite Trail:
South Mountain
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$830.00
Purchased At:
Cactus Bike
Strengths:
Well built, climbs well, not too heavy, good value for the money.
Weaknesses:
Stock seat, grips, and pedals aren't that great. Fork was leaking after a few rides, but LBS replaced it and the new one has been fine.
Bike Setup:
ODI grips, Sette Rev seat, Shimano M424 pedals
Bottom Line:
If you are on a budget and want a full squish, this bike is worth a look.
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Submitted by
Roc1
a Weekend Warrior
from Mansfield, TX Date Reviewed: June 25, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Cedar Hill State Park
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$850.00
Purchased At:
Mansfield Bike Cente
Strengths:
For a entry level full suspension this is a good bike. Handles good and feels good. The front forks are great.
Weaknesses:
After a month I realized that when you spin the crank backwards it jumps down several gears on the rear cassette. I took it back to the bike shop and they looked at it and then they also looked at the other new bikes they had in stock and noticed they all did the same thing. The shop made me a good deal to trade in for a Trance X4 and so I did. The shop was going to speak with the Giant rep to see what can be done. They tried to replace the front chain ring and that didnt fix it and so they think it is the rear derailure but didnt want to replace parts till they see if giant will pay for fixes.
Similar Products Used:
Trance X4
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
Bike is great for entry level as long as you understand that for the cost you get entry level components. The big problem is that is jumps gears, if you find one that doesnt I say go for it but if you can fix with a better rear derailure that doesnt cost a lot then that works too.
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Submitted by
antiherohio
a Cross Country Rider
from Klamath Falls, OR, USA Date Reviewed: June 17, 2009
Favorite Trail:
NUT
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$749.00
Purchased At:
Hutch's Bike Shop
Strengths:
Rear shock, bike has not exploded riding down the trail
Weaknesses:
Fork flex and adjustability, flex in rear triangle, brakes, seat clamp
Bike Setup:
Stock bike except upgraded the brakes to Juicy7s, crank to Shimano LX, and tires.
Bottom Line:
Thought I would do an updated review after having the bike for a year and a half. Problems with the rear derailur are constant. Broke the rear triangle near the pivot point at the bottom bracket but Giant covered it under warranty. Wheels are constantly needing trued. Seat works it's way down no matter how tight I get the clamp. Heavy bike. Replacing the crank lost me 2lbs over the stock bike and swapping out a better fork might loose another 2.
I should have bought a better bike if I had known I would love riding this much. This is an entry level bike and if ridden that way, will work great. I believe that I abuse the bike way too much and that is why it has failed.
Giant and Rockshox have been great with warranty issues.
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Submitted by
granturismo
a Cross Country Rider
from Lake Forest, CA, USA Date Reviewed: June 3, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Whiting Ranch
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$851.00
Purchased At:
Two Wheels One Plane
Strengths:
Frame. It's heavy but could take lots of abuse and has been reliable for 9 months since I got the bike.
Weaknesses:
All the cheap components, fork, shifters, brakes, rims, and drivetrain. Weight is an issue. This bike is very heavy. Because of that, acceleration is slow and makes climbing harder.
Similar Products Used:
Tried Giant Trance X2, Anthem X1, Specialized Stumpjumpger FSR Elite, and Trek Fuel EX 7.
Bike Setup:
All stock components.
Bottom Line:
I don't recommend this bike. It climbs and descends poorly. The Rockshox dart 2 is not plush nor stiff at the dropouts, not to mention heavy. The chain skips once in a while and it's very hard to shift the chainrings to next higher gear. The shifting is slow and clunky. If you want to get Giant MTB then save more money and get the Trance or Anthem bikes since they got better lighter frames and components. It's a cheap bike and you get what you paid for but it's not worth it. This bike is only good for commuting, beach cruising, and very light riding on a smooth trail.
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Submitted by
dePaulus
a Cross Country Rider
from USA and France Date Reviewed: May 29, 2009
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$900.00
Purchased At:
Full Cycle Boulder C
Strengths:
Price, Looks,Full suspension, disc brakes
Weaknesses:
Saddle
Bottom Line:
I actually purchased my first Yukon FX in Boulder Colorado, and travelled all around the USA looking for the best rides. Things did not start off very well, and after just 20 min. on my very first ride, the gears jumped, and my chain got mangled.. Not a very good start, but the shop I bought it from ( Full Circle in Boulder Co)were very helpful and fixed the gears, and put on a new chain,and i was back in buisness and since then I have never had any issues with it, and i have spent 100's of hours on extensive trails grades of anywhere between 3 and 4+
I was so pleased with the Yukon FX, that when I was in France for 6 months I purchased a new GIANT YUKON FX3 ( Online from Wiggle)
Although I cannot compare the Yukon FX to any other bike, as it is my first "Full Suspension" I am extremely pleased and happy with both price and performance, and would without hesitation highly recommend it to anyone looking for an affordable (under $1000) full suspension bike.
If I really had to change something, I would go for a new saddle, after 2-3 hours, the standard saddle becomes very uncomfortable,.. but maybe they all do..
For a photo gallery of my 2 Yukon FX's visit http://highonmountainbiking.com/giant-yukon-fx-gallery/
Without hesitation I give the GIANT Yukon FX / FX3 a full 10/10
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Submitted by
ChrisMIA
a Cross Country Rider
from Miami, Florida Date Reviewed: January 3, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Oleta State Park
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$800.00
Purchased At:
Cycle World
Strengths:
Frame, and rear shock. Awesome!
Weaknesses:
Stock Components
Similar Products Used:
Trek Fuel EX 5.5
Bike Setup:
Full XT (BB front and rear), Avid BB7 RockShox Revelatio 426, Easton EC 70 .. In other words the only original thing is the frame.
Bottom Line:
This is a good bike if you are on a budget. I started with stock components that are not so good (heavy) and started replacing them little by little, now I can smoke a lot of people in the trail with this bike. You are paying for the frame...
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Submitted by
crazyhavoc
a Downhiller
from UT Date Reviewed: December 22, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Dark Hollow
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$750.00
Purchased At:
Cedar Cycle
Strengths:
Great frame geometry. The rear suspension is smooth and wheels are great for xc although I push the limits without any problems so far.
Weaknesses:
The fork and shifters.
Similar Products Used:
Jamis, mongoose, specialized xc bikes
Bike Setup:
First: XC600 120mm fork
Second: Sram X9 shifters and rear derailluer
Total $ invested: 325.00
Bottom Line:
NEEDS: Fork and shifters.
The added smoothness from the marzocchi fork alone made this bike into a totally enjoyable machine. The shifters are horrible and skipped many times but easily solved. I have had NO problems out on the trail whether riding long xc trails, agressive descents or urban commuting except the left crank arm loosening and brake re-adjustment during breakin.
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Submitted by
Peepers
a Weekend Warrior
from North Carolina Date Reviewed: December 6, 2008
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$900.00
Strengths:
Great entry level bike if your looking for full suspension at a cheap price. Giant stands behind all their parts and they are a good company.
Weaknesses:
The crank bends very easy, derailure is horible and casset is poor. Have changed most parts then frame broke this week.
Bike Setup:
Hollow Tech Crank, Sram X9 rear derailure and shifters. Upgraded cassett to be a full nine speed. Shimano clipless pedals. Was going to upgrade shocks, but frame broke.
Bottom Line:
I would buy another Giant bike, but they need to be carefull when making a low end bike. It can be frustrating if you have high expectations because of the name of the company.
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Submitted by
Spunner
a Weekend Warrior
from Kingston Date Reviewed: December 2, 2008
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$699.00
Purchased At:
JJ
Strengths:
Suspension works very well for me(180lbs)No probs with fork or rear shock,even tho the componets are cheapish they have worked well so far,looks good rides good.
Weaknesses:
Bike is heavy(tho I'm coming back to the sport from my carbon road bike...ya its heavy)Swapped seat out for more comfy one,replace cheap bits as needed and you will have a bike for a longtime.
Similar Products Used:
Speci rockhopper/Giant xtc
Bike Setup:
Stock cept seat
Bottom Line:
For the $$ ya can't beat it...upgrade stuff as you break or afford it. Graet bike for weekend rides when I want to cross train.
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Submitted by
Kiyalshtin
a Downhiller
from Los Angeles Date Reviewed: November 29, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Kenter Whoops
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$800.00
Purchased At:
Aviation Cycles
Strengths:
Handels well, feels natural. The rear shock is suprisingly plush. Good setup. Good FSR bike for a low price, which is also this bike's achillies heel.
Weaknesses:
The fork is terrible, very stiff. Brakes are very bad as are the shifters. The wires are very prone to stretching. Do Kamikazie once and your brakes and wires will be totaly shot by the end of the run.
Similar Products Used:
Santa Cruz Nomad, Giant Trance, Kona Dawg
Bike Setup:
2008
Bottom Line:
A great way to get a good handeling FSR bike at a cheap cost, but the cost means that you get very bad componets.
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Submitted by
Papa Smurf
a Weekend Warrior
from San Juan Capistrano, CA, USA Date Reviewed: November 20, 2008
Favorite Trail:
All over Orange County
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$750.00
Purchased At:
Buy My Bikes
Strengths:
Price, bullet proof. I wreck alot and have only managed to destroy the shifters.
Weaknesses:
Heavy, dart 2 forks suck
Similar Products Used:
first mountain bike
Bike Setup:
Rock-Shox Reba Race forks off my buddies old bike (2 pounds lighter then Dart 2), SRAM X-7 shifters, extra long GT stem (out of a bargain bin for $10.00)
Bottom Line:
Great bike if on tight budget. I have alot of toys and like to play hard, so price is important. I have went down very hard on a few occasions. Besides bending spockets and rims and smashing shifters bike works great. I have fractured bones and busted two helmets and bruised and sprained about every other part of my body, but this bike has always got me home. Never had to push it home, can not get better than that.
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Submitted by
steve
a Weekend Warrior
from castle rock co Date Reviewed: October 1, 2008
Favorite Trail:
the entire state
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$850.00
Purchased At:
the country pedeler
Strengths:
good value for an entry level bike.
Weaknesses:
Front fork sucks. It broke on the first ride. It took 7 days to get fixed. Rear break makes alot of noise. Derailer has had to be worked on 4 times.
Bottom Line:
giant should not sell in this price range if they can only do it by placing junk equipment on the bike. it sours me to wnat to buy a more expensive bike from them. I will upgrade next summer to a different manufacture and my kid will inherit this bike.
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Submitted by
Turmoyl
a Weekend Warrior
from Reno, NV, USA Date Reviewed: August 1, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Thomas Creek/Dry Pond/Whites Creek loop, Reno, NV, USA
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$750.00
Purchased At:
High Sierra Cycling
Strengths:
Priced far below most entry level full suspension bikes, and much higher quality than competing models. Indestructible frame, great rims and tires, solid brakes.
Weaknesses:
The components are low quality, which is to be expected on a bike in this price range. The derailleurs require frequent adjustment and despite hours of effort I just can't get the front shock to behave like I want it to. The front brake tends to squeal any time it gets dusty.
Similar Products Used:
Kona Blast, Jamis Dakar XC, Specialized Rockhopper.
Bike Setup:
Completely stock other than a gel cover for the seat (my bony butt does not like most stock seats).
Bottom Line:
This is my first bike in 20 years, and my first full suspension model. I spent several weeks learning about modern bike technology and trying out many models before I chose this one.
I am still advancing my skill set but so far this bike has stood up to everything I've thrown at it including fast but small drops, obstacles, lots and lots of climbing, lots and lots of singletrack, etc. My riding friends all have more expensive bikes but I keep up with them.
Since the derailleurs need so much babysitting I recommend attending a bike maintenance class in your area if you don't already know how to do it.
I plan to upgrade components as they break but not until then. I only weigh 140 pounds so I can get by with the stock front shock (although I'm not quite satisfied with its adjustability) but I would fully understand if someone heavier would want to replace it early on.
Overall this bike offers a great bang for your buck and is a solid entry level model.
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Submitted by
Ben20A
a Weekend Warrior
from Wichita Falls, TX, US Date Reviewed: July 10, 2008
Favorite Trail:
The Bar H Breaks St. Joe, TX
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$800.00
Purchased At:
Texoma Cycling Cente
Strengths:
Very Good price for a dual suspension bike. Great frame, wheels, comes with sweet Kenda Nevegal Tires. Handles singletrack very well, and is also tough enough for moderate jumps and drops so far.
Weaknesses:
Fork...The Dart 2, I blew out the rebound adjustment after a couple of small drops, oil all over the place....but, it's a cheap fork, u get what u pay for. And as you would expect on a dually so cheap, the components aren't the best, but that makes it fun...you can personalize your components as you upgrade.
Similar Products Used:
Trek 4500
Bike Setup:
Azonic Strip Bar, SRAM XO rear derailleur, Azonic Outlaw Wheels, WTB Seat....the rest is stock for now.
Bottom Line:
This is my first dual suspension bike....and I absolutely love it...I ride pretty hard at least three to four times a week. I weigh about 180lbs, and jump alot....so I have put the bike through much stress and it has held up great, except for the DART 2 fork (which wasn't made to be ridden the way I ride anyway). I have made a few upgrades like my XO derailleur, wheels, etc.. But anyway, this is a great bike for the price..and I plan on upgrading both the front and rear suspension to MAGURA....and then it will be absolutely perfect, for me anyway...the bike climbs good too.
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Submitted by
Brad
a Weekend Warrior
from Maquoketa IA Date Reviewed: July 8, 2008
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$830.00
Strengths:
The rear shock (once i got it set for me) is great. Its not too soft and the front shocks are the same way
Weaknesses:
the drop out has broken on me twice in one week and i hope it doesnt again i also have had problems with the shifters themselves in the sense that they have came apart inside and i fixed those myself(not a hard fix)
Bike Setup:
stock
Bottom Line:
when the bike is in working order its one of the most fun bikes i have ever ridden but i have had quite a few problems most of which the dealer took care of for me but its somewhat of a hassle to deal with when you want to go riding and your bike is in the shop. great beginner bike but if you want to do a little more than just trail riding this is not the bike for you you will have problems
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Submitted by
mi62887
a Weekend Warrior
from Vacaville, CA Date Reviewed: July 6, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Today?
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$749.00
Purchased At:
Danville Bike
Strengths:
PRICE!!! I haven't ridden off road in 12 years so my old rock hopper was too rusted up to salvage. This bike fit my budget and needs perfectly. I tried a couple other full suspension bikes in a similar price range, and nothing was even close to this bike. A solid, all around good deal.
Weaknesses:
Components, especially the fork. I have a Marzocchi All Mountain on the way.
Similar Products Used:
Rock Hopper
Bike Setup:
As of now, all original.
Bottom Line:
Great bike for the price. Giant can offer this deal by putting low end components on it. With the exception of the fork, I'll replace them as I break them.
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Submitted by
Brian Haruno
a Weekend Warrior
from Mililani, Hawaii Date Reviewed: May 4, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Mililani/Waiawa
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At:
Mccully Bike
Strengths:
Great Price. Over all the best bang for the buck that I could find. Frame seems strong the components are decent.
Weaknesses:
The forks are to soft, Brakes squeek
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
Can't get a better bike for the price, well at least in Hawaii. Haven't gotten to thrash it yet but so far so good. Minor issues with the fork and brakes but can't complain for the price!
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Submitted by
Psycho Duck
a Weekend Warrior
from Austin, Texas Date Reviewed: April 27, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Walnut Creek
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Purchased At:
Rented at a LBS
Strengths:
The fit was perfect right out of the shop. No need to mess with anything. Frame seems bullet proof. Decent bike I suppose if you're on an extreme budget.
Weaknesses:
OK. I rented this bike in Sedona, Arizona and have never ridden there before, so maybe there were some rider issues, but...This thing weighs a ton! Good God man! Unfortunately this is the price you pay for full-suspension. Reminded me of my vintage Diamondback Sorento with a cromoly steel frame/steel fork. This was my first experience with Sram shifters and derailers - not impressed. Sloppy, clunky. I didn't like the handling at all - not good for the occasional desert sand with very technical and rocky trails. Dart 2 fork very entry-level. I'd change this for sure.
Similar Products Used:
Compare this rig to my Cannondale hardtail with a Rock Shox Psylo fork, Shimano components, Mavic wheel w/Hutchison tires, and would have rather had MY rig on this particular terrain.
Bike Setup:
Stock. Specs are shown here...http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-US/bikes/mountain/1382/29355/
Bottom Line:
The price is good for what you get, BUT, I would save my money for something else if I were in the market for a fullie. Definately try-before-you-buy.
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Submitted by
Seth Cotterman
a Weekend Warrior
from Klamath Falls, USA Date Reviewed: April 17, 2008
Favorite Trail:
manzanita
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$749.00
Purchased At:
Hutch's Bike shop
Strengths:
Rear shock/set up, grips, tires, brakes, seat
Weaknesses:
Front fork. (See prev. review.) I had to go w/o a bike for a couple weeks while rockshock replaced bottom part of shock(slide?), 4 rides after getting a Dart 2(bike came with Dart 3) back from warranty dept, fluid is leaking out of the bottom of the slide from the O-ring. Tired of dealing with issues already.
Similar Products Used:
N/A
Bike Setup:
Stock except Dart 2 fork
Bottom Line:
Seems like a decent bike that I would be happy with if it wern't for issues with fork.
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Submitted by
Matt Davis
a Cross Country Rider
from Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, UK Date Reviewed: April 15, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Hamsterly Forest
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1374.00
Purchased At:
Local Shop
Strengths:
Excelent spec for the price, rides well very nice and comfy frame
Weaknesses:
front forks let the bike down, there either to hard or to soft, i carnt get that happy medium
Bike Setup:
Stock with upgraded brakes
Bottom Line:
Very nice bike, alough i did have teething problems (brake calipers were leaking oil onto the disk) which was sorted and upgraded free of charge by my local shop which was an added bonus. I carnt fault it realy... only the front fork which i plan on upgrading
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Submitted by
Seth Cotterman
a Weekend Warrior
from Klamath Falls, OR, USA Date Reviewed: April 5, 2008
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$749.00
Purchased At:
Hutch's Bike Shop
Strengths:
Good components for price, comfortable and plush 4 inch travel bike
Weaknesses:
Rear shock seems to loose air, slight poping of bottom bracket after 200 miles, had to send back fork after bike shop stripped out caliper mounting threads(this took 16 days after the bike shop told me it would only be 7. Don't know if this is the bike shops' or RockShocks' fault.) Brakes need constant adjustment.
Similar Products Used:
none used. Haro Shift R1 and Mongoose Otero Super are in the same price range.
Bike Setup:
Stock
Bottom Line:
Good entry level bike for someone like myself who had little experience with FS bikes. Got me thinking of about what I really want that will suit my riding habits best. Would be a great bike for someone who won't catch the singletrack fever like I did. Now I need more travel...
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Submitted by
Carlos
a Weekend Warrior
from Fair Oaks,Ca. Date Reviewed: March 12, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Salmon Falls
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$790.00
Purchased At:
American River Bicycles
Strengths:
Light, maestro Full suspension 4" travel,Seat is comfortable(but doesn't look like it),Quality build, climbs like a goat.
Weaknesses:
At this price.....maybe the front derailer and I say this after not having any front derailer not needing constant adjustment.
Similar Products Used:
KHS fxt trail 07
Bike Setup:
Stock but went to a 36 tooth single up front and race face bash gaurd and couldn,t be happier.
Bottom Line:
There is no better option IMO for a entry level full suspension at this price. This bike climbs like a goat and rides fast downhill...climbs so good I feel like I am cheating...this bike has made me want to upgrade to a Reign 1....I want more, more
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