Lightcarbon: New LCR017-D (or Yishun R1058-D)

[Takiyaki]

Seems like it would be easier to have the manufacturer send a video with their own boroscope. Then you dont have to buy a camera or go through the hassle of swapping frames. And it will force them to step up their QC

Maybe ignorant on my part but knock on wood I havent heard of any issues with structural integrity on Chinese frames recently. I think these companies get that injuring/maiming/killing their customer base is prob not good for business. And they are not new to the game either. Maybe Im too optimistic

[ausmtb8989]

Seems like it would be easier to have the manufacturer send a video with their own boroscope. Then you dont have to buy a camera or go through the hassle of swapping frames. And it will force them to step up their QC

Maybe ignorant on my part but knock on wood I havent heard of any issues with structural integrity on Chinese frames recently. I think these companies get that injuring/maiming/killing their customer base is prob not good for business. And they are not new to the game either. Maybe Im too optimistic

That's unrealistic given the amount of frames made, the time and labor effort required.  Best chances are to get your own, inspect and get a replacement if problems arise.

[dexti]

Hi i wanted to buy frame LCR017-D from lightcarbon they send me something like this:
LCR017-D: USD 560/set
700C carbon Road bicycle frameset. Disc brake. [Grade A super light]

Including frame/fork/seat clamp/seat post + front&rear thru-axles +headset+spacers +handlebar HBR13

UD black matte finish

bottom bracket: USD 10/pc(Shimano 24/Sram DUB 29/30 Crank?) if you need

extra rear derailleur hanger: USD 10/pc if you need


So my main question is
Is it safe to buy from them because i read and saw video on yt about voids in some areas in their frames.
And i also heard about some quality levels you have to choose.                                                                                                                                                 

[PLA]

Do you know the C in LCR017 stands for?

[PLA]

Cheese

[dinorello]

Hi i wanted to buy frame LCR017-D from lightcarbon they send me something like this:
LCR017-D: USD 560/set
700C carbon Road bicycle frameset. Disc brake. [Grade A super light]

Including frame/fork/seat clamp/seat post + front&rear thru-axles +headset+spacers +handlebar HBR13

UD black matte finish

bottom bracket: USD 10/pc(Shimano 24/Sram DUB 29/30 Crank?) if you need

extra rear derailleur hanger: USD 10/pc if you need


So my main question is
Is it safe to buy from them because i read and saw video on yt about voids in some areas in their frames.
And i also heard about some quality levels you have to choose.                                                                                                                                                 

Yeah if you decide use PayPal so you have some recourse when or if they send you a substandard frame with a paint job without clear coat.   The whole z rating is BS in my opinion propagated by Hambini himself.   Don't know if he's getting kickbacks but don't know what other reason he would spend so much time on the whole z rating bullshit.  And don't let like carbon convince you to go through friends and family on PayPal because then you won't have recourse.

[dinorello]

Do you know the C in LCR017 stands for?

LC =. Light Carbon

[mheusler]

just got an update from Jim, that my frame has been painted and that it will be shipped to me shortly.
So far i'm pretty stoked about the look.

Hoping, of course, that the quality is good. But so far I've been happy with the process, even though there was a slight delay.

[dexti]

How much did you paid for all with shipping if you want to tell us?

[edy]

Hi guys, I am happy to report that after going through this thread I also decided to pull the trigger and ordered the frame a month ago. Today, I received the first photos of my bike which look very promising. The order was handled by Carol who was super informative and supportive through the whole ordering process. So far, the experience with LC was top notch. Taking into account experience some of you guys had with the company, I will inspect the frame once I receive it in more details and report back to you.

[BeR]

Hi guys, I am happy to report that after going through this thread I also decided to pull the trigger and ordered the frame a month ago. Today, I received the first photos of my bike which look very promising. The order was handled by Carol who was super informative and supportive through the whole ordering process. So far, the experience with LC was top notch. Taking into account experience some of you guys had with the company, I will inspect the frame once I receive it in more details and report back to you.

The painting is simply amazing.

[ceres]

Here’s mine, 7.3 kg of poetry haha, just kidding, but it really is a pleasure to ride. The only real issue I've had in these 4 months and 3000 km of use (it's already done Stelvio and Gavia) is with the derailleur hanger. When I remove the thru-axle to take off the wheel, the hanger doesn’t stay in place but rotates, pulled by the chain, pivoting around the screw that attaches it to the frame. I find this a bit of an annoying problem, especially when putting the wheel back on the bike after a flat repair on the roadside.

I'm a bit surprised no one else has reported this issue before. I’ve already contacted Lightcarbon, and they just said it’s normal, but I’ve never seen anything like this on other bikes.

[Da11as]

Here’s mine, 7.3 kg of poetry haha, just kidding, but it really is a pleasure to ride. The only real issue I've had in these 4 months and 3000 km of use (it's already done Stelvio and Gavia) is with the derailleur hanger. When I remove the thru-axle to take off the wheel, the hanger doesn’t stay in place but rotates, pulled by the chain, pivoting around the screw that attaches it to the frame. I find this a bit of an annoying problem, especially when putting the wheel back on the bike after a flat repair on the roadside.

I'm a bit surprised no one else has reported this issue before. I’ve already contacted Lightcarbon, and they just said it’s normal, but I’ve never seen anything like this on other bikes.

Do you have other road bike for comparison purposes? On the fence between this and SC-R55...

[ceres]

Do you have other road bike for comparison purposes? On the fence between this and SC-R55...

I own a 2018 BMC Roadmachine size 54 and a 2011 Kuota Karma. There is no comparison with the Kuota, whereas compared to the BMC, I can say that, in terms of ride quality, I haven't noticed any significant differences. In fact, I actually prefer the LCR017 because I built it to fit my measurements. The geometry has a slightly longer reach and a lower stack. Surprisingly, I feel more comfortable with the lower stack, which is about 3 cm lower. As for the reach, I compensated by shortening the stem.

The frame I received is of excellent quality, and the assembly went smoothly. The BB on the LCR017 is a T47-68 mm, which threads into the frame and is easy to handle, whereas the BB on the frame you're proposing is a press-fit type, which is a bit trickier to deal with.

I wouldn’t underestimate the issue with the rear hanger. If you do races and need to change wheels quickly, I think it's better to avoid the LC frame. Otherwise, the issue is almost negligible, though personally, it does bother me a bit.

[neobiker]

Here’s mine, 7.3 kg of poetry haha, just kidding, but it really is a pleasure to ride. The only real issue I've had in these 4 months and 3000 km of use (it's already done Stelvio and Gavia) is with the derailleur hanger. When I remove the thru-axle to take off the wheel, the hanger doesn’t stay in place but rotates, pulled by the chain, pivoting around the screw that attaches it to the frame. I find this a bit of an annoying problem, especially when putting the wheel back on the bike after a flat repair on the roadside.

I'm a bit surprised no one else has reported this issue before. I’ve already contacted Lightcarbon, and they just said it’s normal, but I’ve never seen anything like this on other bikes.

I love the Swiss flag