FM1001 / FM1156 - 135mm frame

[bossman302]

Just following up. Installed the megneg. With 1 red band it took 228psi to get back to 30% sag. Seems spot on for me

[helmat]

Okay thanks, I might have to check of my MegNeg installation is all good

[uhohspaghettios]

I got the detailed prints from Katie at Carbonda for both L and XL if anyone is curious to dig more into those (only saw the detail print for the S size earlier in the thread).

I'm 185cm tall with a 84cm inseam (without shoes on), 188cm/87cm (with shoes) and I'm trying to decide between L and XL. My hardtail that fits like a glove is a 2022 Honzo ST L, FC is 794, reach is 475, stack is 648. FM1001 in L seems really similar in these measurements according to the print, but still hesitant based on most here saying the FM1001 is ~1/2 size small. Any insights from y'all?

[Freda]

I got the detailed prints from Katie at Carbonda for both L and XL if anyone is curious to dig more into those (only saw the detail print for the S size earlier in the thread).

I'm 185cm tall with a 84cm inseam (without shoes on), 188cm/87cm (with shoes) and I'm trying to decide between L and XL. My hardtail that fits like a glove is a 2022 Honzo ST L, FC is 794, reach is 475, stack is 648. FM1001 in L seems really similar in these measurements according to the print, but still hesitant based on most here saying the FM1001 is ~1/2 size small. Any insights from y'all?

I have an size L and I am 179/84cm. Size L would probably be a very nimble bike for you, but I don’t think XL would be bad either. Maybe XL would be more comfortable when sitting down? I run a 50mm stem, tried a 35mm but it was a bit short for my liking.

I don’t know if this helps, but I would probably go with XL for your size.

I was considering XL but chose L and I am happy I did, it fits me really good.

[uhohspaghettios]

I have an size L and I am 179/84cm. Size L would probably be a very nimble bike for you, but I don’t think XL would be bad either. Maybe XL would be more comfortable when sitting down? I run a 50mm stem, tried a 35mm but it was a bit short for my liking.

I don’t know if this helps, but I would probably go with XL for your size.

I was considering XL but chose L and I am happy I did, it fits me really good.

Thanks for the input, the more I look and compare to other bike geometries, the more I'm convinced XL with ~35mm stem is the way to go for me

[brunev]

Thanks for the input, the more I look and compare to other bike geometries, the more I'm convinced XL with ~35mm stem is the way to go for me

If it helps: I'm 184 cm and have the XL with 35mm stem. It fits fine and I think the top tube length in L would be too short for me.

[filipes]

179cm and L feels little short on effective top tube, running 55mm stem and 10mm seat post offset to prolong effective top tube. Handling, reach & wheel base is nice for me with L. Cannot imagine down-sizing to M, can imagine going XL with short stem, but it would move trail bike into mini-enduro probably.

[filipes]

I have few first rides with DVO Topaz shock tuned by https://insanityofgravity.blogspot.com/2023/02/18-suspension-setup-ausfuhrliches.html
and subjectively if feels day & night compared to factory setup of the damper. 100% recommended for DVO/Suntour owners, new shimstack is described there, replicate spring update is may be not so easy.
It also confirmed thesis that FM1001 leverage ration is almost linear and needs a lot of progression to be added by the shock, so heads up for anyone running near-linear shocks. It makes shock selection for FM1001 little bit difficult / limited.

[bossman302]

179cm and L feels little short on effective top tube, running 55mm stem and 10mm seat post offset to prolong effective top tube. Handling, reach & wheel base is nice for me with L. Cannot imagine down-sizing to M, can imagine going XL with short stem, but it would move trail bike into mini-enduro probably.

Ha! I'm 180cm and I went with a medium running a 40mm stem. For me the fitment is perfect! All I can say is, I'm happy I didn't get a L or XL

[helmat]

Finally first ride today, some minor adjustments to be made (brake lever angle, saddle position, one more volume spacer for the fork) but that's it. Bike feels great, size is perfect for me. Suspension also feels very good.
If anyone's interested in final specs, I can add those.

[edo_mtb]

Finally first ride today, some minor adjustments to be made (brake lever angle, saddle position, one more volume spacer for the fork) but that's it. Bike feels great, size is perfect for me. Suspension also feels very good.
If anyone's interested in final specs, I can add those.

Yes please, that looks great, well done! Specs and components if it’s possibile

[helmat]

Yes please, that looks great, well done! Specs and components if it’s possibile

Sure, specs:
Frame: FM1001 XL, RAL7015 glossy
Wheelset: BTLOS 29i, Bitex Hubs
Tires: Specialized Eliminator Grid T7 29x2.3 front , Ground Control Grid T7 29x2.35 rear
Fork: Fox 34 Factory 2020 140mm, 44mm offset
Shock: RockShox Deluxe Ultimate 185x55 with MegNeg
Brakes: Shimano BR-M7120 203f/180r
Cassette: SRAM XG-1295 10-50
Crankset: SRAM GX Alloy, 30 tooth chainring
Derailleur: SRAM GX AXS with rocker paddle shifter
Chain: SRAM X01
Stem: Spank Split 50mm
Handlebar: OneUp 20mm rise, cut to 780mm
Dropper: OneUp 210mm
Saddle: Ergon SM Pro

I have done another longer ride and I couldn't be happier with the bike. Added some frame protection to the top tube and the seat tube to protect the paint a bit and changed the chainring to a 30 tooth (not the fault of the bike I'm just not in shape

[filipes]

Can you please share link to the rear stay protector? Looks very profi... thanks.

Sure, specs:
Frame: FM1001 XL, RAL7015 glossy
Wheelset: BTLOS 29i, Bitex Hubs
Tires: Specialized Eliminator Grid T7 29x2.3 front , Ground Control Grid T7 29x2.35 rear
Fork: Fox 34 Factory 2020 140mm, 44mm offset
Shock: RockShox Deluxe Ultimate 185x55 with MegNeg
Brakes: Shimano BR-M7120 203f/180r
Cassette: SRAM XG-1295 10-50
Crankset: SRAM GX Alloy, 30 tooth chainring
Derailleur: SRAM GX AXS with rocker paddle shifter
Chain: SRAM X01
Stem: Spank Split 50mm
Handlebar: OneUp 20mm rise, cut to 780mm
Dropper: OneUp 210mm
Saddle: Ergon SM Pro

I have done another longer ride and I couldn't be happier with the bike. Added some frame protection to the top tube and the seat tube to protect the paint a bit and changed the chainring to a 30 tooth (not the fault of the bike I'm just not in shape

[helmat]

Can you please share link to the rear stay protector? Looks very profi... thanks.

https://www.wiggle.com/p/nukeproof-mega-alloy-chain-stay-protector-290
That's the one. Fits almost perfectly, just two small adaptations have to be made at the front.

[japjoe7]

I'm reading these run a little small. I'm 5'5"(165cm) with 28"(71cm) inseam. Looks like I might be between a small and Med. Suggestions?