hi guys, had a question - i currently have a giant rincon 2004 model and have to replace the crank and axle n some other stuff and am looking at apporx A$200 do get all this done. so instead of spendin this much on the rincon was considering buying a giant yukon fx for A$730 brand new. what do u think? any info would be much appreciated, thanks :thumbsup:
Giant yukon fx or.........
1 - 9 of 9 Posts
Joined
·
8,199 Posts
Why the Yukon FX?
If your intention is to scrap the current bike and spend ~$700 on something new, I'd buy a good hardtail. Nothing against the Yukon FX, but it's a low end full suspension rig and your money is better spent on a hardtail in that price range.
Bob
If your intention is to scrap the current bike and spend ~$700 on something new, I'd buy a good hardtail. Nothing against the Yukon FX, but it's a low end full suspension rig and your money is better spent on a hardtail in that price range.
Bob
Joined
·
25,423 Posts
Save up a few more ducates for a Ignition. :thumbsup::thumbsup:
http://www.ibexbikes.com/Bikes/IGN-3-Details.html
http://www.ibexbikes.com/Bikes/IGN-3-Details.html
why the yukon fx?Call_me_Clyde said:
because my local store has it for A$700 and it seems like a good beginner/intermediate bike, and i dont wanna spend any more than A$700 on it. im new to the whole scene so wasnt to sure what to do.
Joined
·
2,222 Posts
I remember the Yukon FX got a pretty good review in one of the mtb mags (AMB or MBA). It's a great buy for $700, but consider it will be heavier (probably) and require more maintenance than your HT (or compared to an equivalently priced HT). By maintenance I mean regular shock servicing, and probably having to replace shock bushings once a year (about $55).
Depends what sort of riding you're into, for the price of an Alias you could probably get an '08 Talon which would make a great XC bike, do some bargaining if you can find an '08 model in your size as the '09's are now coming out.
Honestly though I probably wouldn't get the Yukon FX unless you plan on getting a better fork for the front at some stage (something like an Air Tora), the Dart just wouldn't do it justice. So in reality if your heart is set on a dually I'd save up and get something better. After all you've started out on a Rincorn, so you're probably ready for the next step - get a $1000 HT or save about $1800 for a decent entry level dually (unless of course you look 2nd hand). In my opinion with the FX you're getting a dually but component quality level probably isn't much better than your current bike. For 2nd hand bikes check out the forums on www.farkin.net or www.mtbdirt.com.au if you're in Brizzy.
I would seriously look at the '08 Talon especially if you can get it for a song.
http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-AU/bikes/mountain/1130/28947/
Otherwise 2nd choice is the '08 or '09 Alias, the '09 has a better fork, the '08 has Sram drivetrain. I brought the '07 Alias for my husband (but he doesn't ride it so it's mine), it's a really decent bike in regards to components, the Dart was a bit stiff for my liking but it did seem to work off road. I already had a Tora 318 Air off my old bike so I put that on it, with that change alone I think it brings it to XTC territory in regards to ride.
Happy shopping. I think it makes sense for you to buy a whole new bike, the Rincorn could be upgraded but to get it up to say Alias / Talon level it would cost a lot more than just buying something new. Your other option would be to pick up a better crank set 2nd hand (off Farkin), to take you through until you can afford something better.
Depends what sort of riding you're into, for the price of an Alias you could probably get an '08 Talon which would make a great XC bike, do some bargaining if you can find an '08 model in your size as the '09's are now coming out.
Honestly though I probably wouldn't get the Yukon FX unless you plan on getting a better fork for the front at some stage (something like an Air Tora), the Dart just wouldn't do it justice. So in reality if your heart is set on a dually I'd save up and get something better. After all you've started out on a Rincorn, so you're probably ready for the next step - get a $1000 HT or save about $1800 for a decent entry level dually (unless of course you look 2nd hand). In my opinion with the FX you're getting a dually but component quality level probably isn't much better than your current bike. For 2nd hand bikes check out the forums on www.farkin.net or www.mtbdirt.com.au if you're in Brizzy.
I would seriously look at the '08 Talon especially if you can get it for a song.
http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-AU/bikes/mountain/1130/28947/
Otherwise 2nd choice is the '08 or '09 Alias, the '09 has a better fork, the '08 has Sram drivetrain. I brought the '07 Alias for my husband (but he doesn't ride it so it's mine), it's a really decent bike in regards to components, the Dart was a bit stiff for my liking but it did seem to work off road. I already had a Tora 318 Air off my old bike so I put that on it, with that change alone I think it brings it to XTC territory in regards to ride.
Happy shopping. I think it makes sense for you to buy a whole new bike, the Rincorn could be upgraded but to get it up to say Alias / Talon level it would cost a lot more than just buying something new. Your other option would be to pick up a better crank set 2nd hand (off Farkin), to take you through until you can afford something better.
Joined
·
3,050 Posts
If you don't mind an extra pound or two, get the Yukon FX. It's a solid bike. As far as extra maintenance, you will have to replace bearings for the linkage in a couple of years as well as a shock bushing depending on how much you ride, but even with a hardtail you are looking at new fork bushings and oil changes even more frequently. Also, the Dart forks work very well for their price. I'm not positive, but I believe that the internals are very similar to those used in Toras and others. They aren't super light, but they work well. Give the Yukon a try, and if it doesn't feel right, then look for a solid hardtail, like the XTC.
1 - 9 of 9 Posts
Join the discussion
