LCFS 917 - 120/120 mm - MTB

[StefanB]

Attached a PDF with all info I have of the frame.

[StefanB]

Starting to look like a bike:-)

[RobertRinAustin]

Haha, Stefan can post a build pic in nearly every thread. Hope you ordered an AM831 so we can see that build.

[GreyCactus]

Starting to look like a bike:-)

Thanks for the report. How do you compare this VS LCFS911?

I´ll buy it ASAP, with a Downcountry intentions. I have a Bos Dizzy 120mm, a 125mm reverb, XT 12V, and hope Tech Brakes to start with it. Need, Frame and wheels only 

[Cerps]

Slowly starting to put the bike together again.

What chainstay protector and downtube/bottom bracket protectors are you using?  Mine came with a less protective chainstay protector and nothing on downtube.

[StefanB]

[StefanB]

Haha, Stefan can post a build pic in nearly every thread. Hope you ordered an AM831 so we can see that build.

Well, I just could not resist it, so I ordered a AM831 :-)

[Tornado]

Had any more experience with this frame now that you can share with us?

I see that you have painted the frame self, can you talk me thru the process? Finish good, cans or spray?
I see that every frame is black matt when we order it, do we need to specify unpainted when we order it or is this "coat" something that every frame has/need anyway?

[StefanB]

Hi. The frame was black matte when delivered. This was the first and last frame i painted. It costs more in paint and wears of easier then when painted at the factory. After this experiment i have order my frames painted, is woth it.

Good luck. /Stefan

[Cerps]

Had any more experience with this frame now that you can share with us?

I see that you have painted the frame self, can you talk me thru the process? Finish good, cans or spray?
I see that every frame is black matt when we order it, do we need to specify unpainted when we order it or is this "coat" something that every frame has/need anyway?

I got mine built up in May of 2020.  I now have 4570 miles on it.  Where I live is pretty flat. It climbs well on the hills I have ridden.  I've taken it off some jumps and drops up to 4 feet and it's fine so far.  I have it set up with a 120mm SID ultimate (previous generation with 32mm stanchions) and a Fox Nude 165x45 off a 2017 Scott Spark with the twinloc set up. 

I'm about 5'8.5".  I have a wingspan of 6'0" so my fit is weird.  I have a 90mm, -6 stem with 740mm bars to try and get a long enough reach.  The only issue I've had so far is the lower rocker bolt sheared off the head and worked it's way out the drive side.  I didn't notice until it started pushing my chain off.  When Light Carbon sent me the backup I bought a full backup set of all hardware and a couple more extra derailleur hangers.  They are a shape I haven't been able to find anywhere else.

[ottoangel]

Stefan how does it work ordering the frames to Sweden? Thinking about building a gravel bike for my self. Also from Sweden.

[StefanB]

it works fine. Now you pay the shipment  with all handling, VAT, taken care of by Light Carbon and you get home delivery. I think I have ordered 2-3 frames this year and I am right now busy building myself a new LCFS 947.

[Technic]

Mounted a 917 and weight

[ausmtb8989]

I am informed it is now called 919 with UDH and larger headtube 1 1/2in straight headtube.
Pondering whether to get this one or 918.  I do like two bottle cages in the 918, but this one can officially support 130mm/120mm travel which I also prefer
Anyone tried this new 919 model yet?

[jefflinde]

I am informed it is now called 919 with UDH and larger headtube 1 1/2in straight headtube.
Pondering whether to get this one or 918.  I do like two bottle cages in the 918, but this one can officially support 130mm/120mm travel which I also prefer
Anyone tried this new 918 model yet?

There is a good thread on the 918.  I have the UDH version and so far I love it.  I wish it did not have the cables through the head tube as that is a pain in the butt and serves no real purpose or provides no benefit.  But it is what it is.  I am tempted to just make my own holes in the frame.  Other than that it is great.  I have built up 4 frames and all of them are running great.