[covy]

Did you have to customize the Kirk at all for the HD3? I remember reading somewhere that there was a problem with the Kirk fitting into the yolk.

Yes, BOS did it for me. I must be the first except ACC who ride a Kirk on his HD3.

It's hard to explain but the Kirk is really far better than he Inline, everywhere... I really didn't like the feeling I had riding the Inline in rock gardens. With the Kirk, everything is easier, you can go faster !

Ibis Mojo HD3 "black vitamin P" 2015 - seb24s's Bike Check - Vital MTB

 

[covy]

 

[Aerofooz]

Sounds amazing. Do you know if BOS is going to make changes the Kirk, so it will fit the HD3 off the shelf? If so, I'd be interested in making the switch.

 

[Carl Mega]

Well, built and ridden. It's a very balanced bike. Super awesome cornering and very good pedaling. The XL size was spot on. Still dialing in the stem length - currently have my DJ's 40 on it. Corners like it's on rails and is playful. The fit and finish is nice - super stoked on the internal routing.

That said, I'm having some issues w/ the suspension tho. First, the CC DB Inline makes a pretty wheezy noise in the beginning of the stroke. Not sure if this is normal with this shock but I do know that most of the shocks I'm familiar with would be fixing this issue; it's off putting. Calling CC today. Also, while pedaling is awesome and great in other less demanding features, I didn't feel like the bike had anything close to a bottomless feel using the stock configuration. Blew through travel too much and also felt rough when it got chunky. At a 150mm travel, my expectation is much higher for not transmitting so much terrain noise to the rider. For comparison, my Canfield One handles all the terrain I rode plus a magnitude of 10X like it's riding on a cushion; granted more travel but I can tell the Ibis isn't riding at it's potential.

As you can see, a very respectable weight. This is complete (with pedals/sealant/everything in XL w/ Al rims) and with a heavy stem that will be replaced.

Highlights of the build are as follows:

Green HD3 XL
Cane Creek Inline
Rockshox Pike 150 RCT3
XO1 Drivertrain
170mm cranks w/ Chromag 30T direct mount XSYNC ring
XT brakes 180/160 F/R respectively
Chris King F hub w/ Pacenti TL28 tubeless
2.35 Nobby Nic Front
Hadley Rear hub w/ Pacenti TL28 tubeless
2.25 Nobby Nic Rear
KindShock Supernatural 150mm
Time MX6 Pedals
Chris King Inset Headset
Currently has Spank Spoon Stem 40mm but Syntace Stem coming
Carbon Havoc bars lowrise 750

I was after a longer travel, grab & go no questions asked and you best be having a lot of fun. I think I got that but still have much higher expectations on the suspension regarding hits and chunk.

 

[benja55]

That said, I'm having some issues w/ the suspension tho. First, the CC DB Inline makes a pretty wheezy noise in the beginning of the stroke. Not sure if this is normal with this shock but I do know that most of the shocks I'm familiar with would be fixing this issue; it's off putting. Calling CC today. Also, while pedaling is awesome and great in other less demanding features, I didn't feel like the bike had anything close to a bottomless feel using the stock configuration.

The wheezy noise seems pretty typical for the CC Inline. I've had two now and both have made it to varying degrees. The newer one on my HD3 is actually noisier than the one on my HDR by a tiny bit. FWIW, my last Fox Float made similar sounds.

As for the feel, I think this is where the Inline needs some dialing by everyone for their own prefs. Out of the box on the HD3 mine initially felt good with no issues raised, but after a few decent rides I can tell I'm going to need to start tweaking a few settings, but I'm going to hold off until I have a few more miles on it and it's settled in a bit.

I was after a longer travel, grab & go no questions asked and you best be having a lot of fun. I think I got that but still have much higher expectations on the suspension regarding hits and chunk.

Same goals for this bike; a quintessential modern Do-It-All bike that will play almost anywhere. Overall, I freakin LOVE the handling of the bike and just want to ride the damn thing all day.

...But with the CC Inline some will definitely need to tweak things more than others. All depends on what you want, where you're coming from etc.

You'll get it sorted. :thumbsup:

 

[Betarad]

Damn, I need to weigh my bike on your scale...no way mine is accurate after seeing all you guys with similar set-ups well under 30. My bike FEELS sub-30, I know that.

FYI, my CC is absolutely silent. I have a Pushed Fox Float that wheezes, but it seems to be more of an annoyance than an actual impact on performance.

 

[Biscuit Pants]

worth the wait

wheels; I9 Enduro with blue ano hubs, every other spoke blue
tires; Maxxis Ardent 2.4 rear, Maxxis High Roller II 2.4 fron
Seatpost; reverb Stealth
Saddle: Cromag Trailmaster
Full XO1 build 1 X11
Brakes; SRAM Guide
Bar: 35 MM Raceface
Petals: blue ano Raceface
Cranketset: Raceface Turbine 32T
Shock: Cane Creek Inline
Fork:Rock shok Pike 160MM

Weight with petals 28 lbs

 

[Carl Mega]

The wheezy noise seems pretty typical for the CC Inline. I've had two now and both have made it to varying degrees.
...
Same goals for this bike; a quintessential modern Do-It-All bike that will play almost anywhere. Overall, I freakin LOVE the handling of the bike and just want to ride the damn thing all day.
...But with the CC Inline some will definitely need to tweak things more than others. All depends on what you want, where you're coming from etc.

You'll get it sorted. :thumbsup:

Oh yeah, it's a great handling bike - superb actually. Super pleased with that and I don't mind going through the process of dialing it in; so long as I know the shock is functioning correctly. The CaneCreek people seem to think it's ok but to let it break in and maybe a little light lube to facilitate movement - we'll see.

It does relieve my mind a little to hear yours is similar and fine (tho the guy below has a silent one - damn).

Pretty happy with the build/function... next step - suspension to meet my needs.

Cheers!

 

[digitalhippie13]

Yeah the wheezy air/oil pumping sound the DB Inline makes is apparently as designed, especially when the Climb switch is off. It's effected by shock setup too. Asked the Cane Creek guys about it a while back (including sending a video of the sound mine makes, below) as I wondered the same.

Our shocks move a lot more oil than others, so they are inherently louder.

Here's mine (factory settings), pretty much the same as other HD3's I've come across running the DB Inline

 

[mazspeed]

Hey DH, the video came up as "Private". at least on my computer.

 

[DRSpalding]

Yup. Me too. Private. I have a CC DBInline on my SL-R and it does make more noise than I'm used too. I was considering taking it in to the shop and seeing if it was having a cavitation problem. However, if yours sounds like mine, perhaps that's the way it is supposed to be.

 

[digitalhippie13]

sorry guys video should be available now

 

[DRSpalding]

Thanks, Pete. Yep, that's about how mine sounds too. I guess I won't worry about it unless the mechanic at the LBS whom I ride with occasionally hears it and says he wants to fix it.

 

[scepticshock]

I think mine is pretty quiet, but it may be the Fox 36 drowning it out. Push treated forks have be noisy too. I just think its the sound of good dampers working.

 

[DrewBird]

I'd agree that my initial impression was that the CC with base tune was less plush than some other bikes I've ridden. I didn't mind this particularly, as I like a supportive suspension feel that doesn't just numb the trail to nothing. I also find that the faster/more aggressively you ride the better it feels. You ever check out EWS or DH pro's setups? They're really really stiff, and feel pretty harsh at "just riding along" pace, but give the support needed for hauling' the mail.

That said, the CC is super adjustable and you should be able to dial it in. Try reducing HSC to nothing (fully open), and take a click or two off LSC.

Curious to hear experiences with other shocks though. The new Float X2 looks interesting, basically all the adjustability of a CC...

 

[Carl Mega]

Yep, that's how mine sounds. Appreciate sharing the vid as it does puts my mind at ease.

I did a little increase of air pressure (10lbs) and have some more HSC (1/4 turn) and a minor shift of attitude. Good improvements - I think the shock wasn't bottoming or getting as close so less transition of impact to the rider.

As Drew says the supportive platform has a lot of perks - I absolutely slayed it on yesterday's ride - not super tech but poppy if you know where to find the opportunities. Amazingly fun, fast and planted.

Aside from suspension dialing-in, I'm down to small things like choosing my final stem length, trimming and de-noise-a-fying cables. I'm very, very pleased overall - best performing trail bike I've owned.

 

[benja55]

Thanks, Pete. Yep, that's about how mine sounds too.

Exactly the same as mine. That's just the Inline noise!

 

[washedup]

Here is a frame bag that a friend of mine sewed up for me. He has a small company that makes messenger bags. Fits a tube, 2x CO2, plug kit, multi tool leatherman, and a plethora a snacks. With the bottle cage, 3 hours comfortably sans pack.

 

[Udyr]

Here is a frame bag that a friend of mine sewed up for me. He has a small company that makes messenger bags. Fits a tube, 2x CO2, plug kit, multi tool leatherman, and a plethora a snacks. With the bottle cage, 3 hours comfortably sans pack.

This is AWESOME. I would love to buy one of these.

 

[Junersun]

I would also love to get one of those if your friend wants to do some bulk purchase!

Here is a frame bag that a friend of mine sewed up for me. He has a small company that makes messenger bags. Fits a tube, 2x CO2, plug kit, multi tool leatherman, and a plethora a snacks. With the bottle cage, 3 hours comfortably sans pack.