FM1001 / FM1156 - 135mm frame

[FullCarbonAlchemist]

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?

Personally I’d suggest a medium.

[japjoe7]

Alright, FM1001 ordered in medium standard finish with extra components from Wing. Shipped to Pennsylvania, USA total was $1,071. I find it odd I had a remote ship fee being so close to New York City. I'll update once recieved.

[japjoe7]

16 days for deliver to Pennsylvania US, not too bad. Very satisfied with the finish, nothing to complain about. Got a bunch of extra hardware. They sent a few too many hangers though. Very well packaged. Few emails back and fourth with Wing, she was very prompt.

[helmat]

Great, have fun with your new bike! Really love mine, still fiddling a bit with suspension settings but on a good way to get that set up

[japjoe7]

16 days for deliver to Pennsylvania US, not too bad. Very satisfied with the finish, nothing to complain about. Got a bunch of extra hardware. They sent a few too many hangers though. Very well packaged. Few emails back and fourth with Wing, she was very prompt.

I'll be purchasing used parts and Aliexpess parts for my build. Trying to keep it very low price but decent spec as possible. I recently purchased a new takoff '23 Fox Float X2 ($425usd) and used '23 Rockshox Lyrik Ultimate ($680usd). I wanted to see for myself how much the X2 doesn't fit with the frame. Maybe try to rig something up to get it work. If it fails I'll sell it and get a used Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate.

[japjoe7]

I'll be purchasing used parts and Aliexpess parts for my build. Trying to keep it very low price but decent spec as possible. I recently purchased a new takoff '23 Fox Float X2 ($425usd) and used '23 Rockshox Lyrik Ultimate ($680usd). I wanted to see for myself how much the X2 doesn't fit with the frame. Maybe try to rig something up to get it work. If it fails I'll sell it and get a used Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate.

Well boys, Fox Float X2 fit perfectly! No obstructions, not even close. I’ll ride it for a while and see how I like it.

So far frame and shock come out to 3.25kg(7.165lbs) this X2 is beefy.

[FullCarbonAlchemist]

If I had to guess, maybe the suggestion that an X2 wouldn’t fit came from a 1002 owner who had the air can tap the frame near the bottom of its longer stroke? The rocker arm tilts backward a fair bit in the last few millimeters on my 1002 which is probably responsible for that regressive dip (which I’ve never actually felt even on big jump landings) that the 1001 avoids by running 5mm less stroke.

I say this because now I’m wondering if I’ve ever actually seen anyone try an X2 on a 1001 before you.

I assume you’ve cycled the shock all the way to the bottom and it still clears okay…

[japjoe7]

If I had to guess, maybe the suggestion that an X2 wouldn’t fit came from a 1002 owner who had the air can tap the frame near the bottom of its longer stroke? The rocker arm tilts backward a fair bit in the last few millimeters on my 1002 which is probably responsible for that regressive dip (which I’ve never actually felt even on big jump landings) that the 1001 avoids by running 5mm less stroke.

I say this because now I’m wondering if I’ve ever actually seen anyone try an X2 on a 1001 before you.

I assume you’ve cycled the shock all the way to the bottom and it still clears okay…

Yeah, prob ever so slight difference with the 1001. I tried to get full compression and full extension in the pics. A ton of room on a medium 1001. I also did verify with the serial the X2 is a 185x55

[japjoe7]

Received FSA headset, fit perfect. FSA bearing is about 1g heavier and 1mm taller. Thx @FullCarbonAlchemist

Also receive my used Lyrik today.

[Kommandant33]

This was looking like the perfect upgrade from my current aluminium bike, but I am 195cm tall with long limbs - I would say an XL probably won't be big enough for me...

[japjoe7]

This was looking like the perfect upgrade from my current aluminium bike, but I am 195cm tall with long limbs - I would say an XL probably won't be big enough for me...

You are pretty tall, XL would prob. fit well. Anyone else suggest otherwise?

[japjoe7]

Anyone have a suggestion for a good fit downtube protector?

[bossman302]

Anyone have a suggestion for a good fit downtube protector?

I used this:

https://www.modulebike.com/Flex-Shield-Downtube-Protector-p/dp-18.htm

Use it to cover the underside of the bottom bracket and lower part of the downtube. The cut outs let to conform the contours of the frame just nicely. With the 1000+ miles on the bike it has yet to un-stick.

https://chinertown.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=3104.0;attach=8373;image

For other areas I just used 3M clear vinyl. Bought a 2inch roll and cut myself to fit.

https://www.amazon.com/Clear-Scotchgard-Paint-Protector-Vinyl/dp/B071K6TKPT/ref=sr_1_26_sspa?keywords=3m%2Bprotective%2Bfilm&qid=1690483085&sprefix=3m%2Bpro%2Caps%2C215&sr=8-26-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&th=1

[helmat]

Two small changes that I have made.
I've removed my Zefal downtube armor today because it didn't really stick at the edges and started to leave black marks on the paint. Replaced it with a Nukeproof Mega Alloy Downtube protector I got from wiggle, fits really well, upper part of downtube got some clear frame protection installed.
https://abload.de/img/20230909_15042756c78.jpg

Modelled and 3D printed a small flap for the main pivot gap between main and rear triangle. Had a small rock stuck in there and quite some mud on some rides that's now solved. If anyone wants to print that one as well I can provide the STL file.
https://abload.de/img/20230909_150446hmc8y.jpg

[brunev]

I bought Enduro max bearings F6902 EA LLU to replace the original bearings, and they're not exactly the same. The flange is slightly thicker on the enduro bearings. The difference means I cannot get the rocker flush with the frame, there's a little gap even with the bearings completely seated.

Anyone had this problem and/or has any suggestions how to deal with it?

Thanks!