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Re: Stumpjumper clone
hello again, Finally i got my wheels. Bike built to 99% - ready to test ride. I finished in the evening so photos are made with bad lightning - will do some more in daylight. Bike feels great, i went for RS superdeluxe ultimate shock and Ohlins RXF 36 EVO at the end. here are the specs: crank - slx 32t 175mm rear mech - slx 12s (10-51) shifter - slx 12s bb - xt rotors - xt 203mm hubs - xt micro spline rims - WTB ST 30 Light 29" brakes - slx 2piston (gonna upgrade front brake to 4 piston probably9 handlebar - ritchey trail raiser (10° back sweep - I know, i bought it without thinking..) stem - 50mm (krsec - aliexpress) seat - proloq (aliexpress) seatpost - x-fusion manic 150mm 34,9 pedals - rockbros (aliexpress) tires - Maxxis DHF 2.5 and DHR II 2.4 fork - öhlins rxf 36 Evo 29" shock - RS superdeluxe ultimate 210*50 Bike is size L and feels great (I'm 1.88cm). Fork is buttery smooth (if anybody is interested) as i read a lot of reviews how bad it is - i haven't ridden a better fork, and i have ridden Marzocchi bomber (yes i am that old), Marzocchi 66, RS Boxxer WC, RS Pike RC, and this fork is the best one yet. I don't know if it's the 29" wheels or is the fork actually that good. Also the rear shock - the lock out function makes this bike almost like a hardtail (sag set to 30%), you can accelerate almost as on a hardtail... anyway, I only did short runs around the house, run some stairs - usual stuff. Bike now weights 14,00Kg with tubeless system and you will agree DH tires. So if anybody wants to get it in the 12-13Kg range it shouldn't be to hard. photos: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AodhshLG0I0gi65M28hhCsMf1ZS0eA?e=JUGqIY So far i'm happy with the build, still missing some bolts for brake adapters, stem spacers and cap, but the ride is great and that's what matters. Will follow up with info if anybody is interested. February 22, 2021, 12:44:09 PM |
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Lexon 258 Full-Suspension XC
Hi, New guy here. I've desperately been looking for info about a Lexon frame that lucks very much lika a Scott Spark but with a none trunnion shock mount.  This frame doesn't seem to have any official name but I have seen it referred to as "Model Number: 258" in some places. Mainly on Alibaba: https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/LEXON-Mountain-Bicycle-Frame-No-Logo_1600146495170.html?spm=a2700.wholesale.deiletai6.29.771912ba4f8MzK&bypass=true Geometry is very similar to the Scott: https://www.scott-sports.com/be/en/product/scott-spark-rc-900-team-issue-axs-bike?article=274626008 VS.  Lexon is a BKR brand but their page doesn't seem to have been updated in ages and the frame is not on there: http://www.bkrbicycle.com/article.php?AId=1 The frame does seem to be a unik variant even if it's very close looking to other clones like the Lightcarbon LCFS911 or Tideace FM-XC029. Does anyone here have any experience with this model? I haven't been able to find any tests or reviews anywhere. It looks like a good deal. It's sold in a bunch of palaces but here are a few examples: https://www.aliexpress.com/store/2481023?spm=a2g0o.detail.1000007.1.48ce156epGjnj1 https://www.aliexpress.com/store/3206132?spm=a2g0o.detail.1000007.1.1b6d151fW9LxlZ https://www.aliexpress.com/store/5748318?spm=a2g0o.detail.1000007.1.4abf60d3OXWj9t Any recommendations on where to buy (or not to buy) is highly appreciated.  March 01, 2021, 12:53:43 PM |
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Re: Chinese SC/AM831 Group Buy
Yes I'm in, size Large All mountain bike in Netherlands ? Did you find a secret mountain 
March 02, 2021, 02:15:53 AM |
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Re: Chinese SC/AM831 Group Buy
Hello, I'm from a pretty different area (french Alps) but with the same difficulty making my mind between Stumpjumper clone, Hightower clone and FM1001. At the moment (i.e : it's moving a lot with each new information release), my very personnal ranking is : 1/ Hightower clone likes : geometry / style dislikes : it's a clone 2/ FM1001 : likes : geometry dislikes : style (too classic for me) 3/ Stumpjumper clone ikes : style dislikes : geometry / it's a clone Then, have to consider availability and price to select one. March 02, 2021, 08:15:05 AM |
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Re: Stumpjumper clone
Just to update anyone who in interested...I did finally get the frame. Took approx. 6 weeks from day of payment to delivery. There was some drama with USPS at the end where the postman refused to deliver it to my home and wanted me to go sign for it at the post office. The shipping carton was severely crushed and he did not want to take responsibility. The post office would not allow me to open and inspect the contents before signing for the parcel. This is their policy..."no inspections allowed until you sign". Thankfully...the frame inside was not damaged. Everything was included...Headset, QR Seatpost Clamp, Rear Derailleur, Chain Guide and Rear Axle. The frame was pre-routed with the plastic lines to pull both the shifter cable and rear brake hose thru the inside of the frame. Quality looks good...they are incorrectly listing the Bottom Bracket width at 63mm...it is 73mm. There is one minor manufacturing flaw that I will have to resolve. One of the bearing bores (seat stay inside non-drive side horstlink) is just a couple thousands too large...so the bearing wiggles a bit...it does not fall out. I will try some carefully placed red Permatex thread lock to see if that solves the problem. As far as a warranty claim goes...AWST Cycling Tatics is still not showing any available product on their AliExpress store...so it remains to be determined if they are no longer selling under that name. I did some more digging and I think they may be AllStar Bicycle. The other 11 bearings fit tight. They ship the frame with metal shielded bearings...so I am swapping them for ones with rubber seals so I can clean an re-grease when needed. Frame Weight "M": Frame (with just the Derailleur Hanger attached) = 1,920 grams Chain Guide = 49 grams Headset Bearings (excluding that metal expansion plug) = 76 grams QR Seatpost Clamp = 59 grams Rear Axle = 44 grams Total = 2,148 grams  March 12, 2021, 12:23:42 PM |
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Re: Lexon 258 Full-Suspension XC
Nicely done. Looks awesome.
April 26, 2021, 03:34:28 PM |
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Re: Lexon 258 Full-Suspension XC
Awsome bike, and nice price April 27, 2021, 01:34:01 AM |
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Re: Lexon 258 Full-Suspension XC
Do you have some more details about the shock ?
April 27, 2021, 04:53:03 AM |
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Re: Lexon 258 Full-Suspension XC
@adbosch: Did you have to pay additional taxes, or is the statement from Lexon correct that there will be no additional charges? (assumption based on your alias, your from The Netherlands as well?  Another question: Does the frame fit 2.35 tires as well? And great to see the builds, looks really nice! May 05, 2021, 04:36:08 AM |
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Re: Lexon 258 Full-Suspension XC
Thanks @adbosch! Lexon confirmed that 2.35 is the maximum width supported. Hwpaints did a check on his orange hong fu monster and that makes it double confirmed. Wider than 2.35 wont fit, that leaves too little clearance.
May 07, 2021, 06:50:44 AM |
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