hi
the build is complete, bike is tested and approuved
Globally the frame quality is very good - cable routing entrance are great and give a better level than those I have on my other Chiner bike (it's similar to wellknown brands)
here it is:
I have not checked its weight yet but (after having verified most of the parts) it should weight 10kg (only
)
A few comments about the build: - I started by having a (small) problem with the head tube. The parts used for screws (cable entrance ) are a little too long - they touched the fork pivot so I had to file them a little
- Brakes hose and cable for speed lever were easy to install
- Restriction about Crank Set - I installed a SRAM Eagle but I currently use it with 11 speed (I'll move to 12 speed later)
The crank set was mounted with a 32 teeth ring... and fortunately for me because there is no so much clearance between the frame and the ring. I fear that using a 34 teeth ring is not possible (not a problem for today... but my wish to move to 12 speed + a 34 teeth ring.... is not sure to become real one day ....)
- no problem regarding the tire clearance... I use a 2.1"tire and I still have some space>>> I think 27.5 + tire could even fit
I did a 66km ride with it and I'm really happy about the build - Lightweight, really comfortable, and a good position (I still need to adjust the handlebar to have it perfect
)
it took me a lot of time to get all parts (5 months) but it was necessary to get good deals all of them.... so patience pays :-)
Now I need to train myself to enjoy more and more rides with it
