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Re: Spcycle 2024 New M868 Downcountry Full Suspension Frame
Can frame be made or drilled with ports for cables on headtube or downtube instead of headset? In theory it is possible to drill holes in the head tube or down tube of the frame to achieve semi-integrated cables. I will confirm this with our engineers. August 02, 2024, 04:40:47 AM |
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Re: Spcycle 2024 New M868 Downcountry Full Suspension Frame
I removed everything I could to get a "just frame" weight, that might account for the difference. Ah, get it. I weighed mine with the Axle and hanger and shock hardware. Makes sense. The handlebar is a Syncros bar/stem combo 70mm/ -10 degrees. I am pretty happy with that. The C- clip is also Syncros and made for that stem so I have "holes on both sides instead of only in the front. But I only have the brake hose going thru the frame. I don't have any cable for the lockout of the shock. And I have ordered a wireless dropper so I won't have to pull everything apart again. Weight penalty yes, but I am ok with that. The Dropper weighs 688g with 150mm of travel. According to my spreadsheet the bike is 11,52 kg with this setup which I think is ok for a XL bike. The fork is a bit heavy since it a regular 34 and not a Stepcast, but I bought it at a to good to pass price  I can save some weight by changing tires when these wear out. The ones on the bike are clincher tires weighing almost 900g each. So should drop the weight by atleast 200-300 with lightweight tires. February 19, 2026, 11:44:25 AM |
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Re: Spcycle 2024 New M868 Downcountry Full Suspension Frame
looking good these last few white builds!i am considering this frame with the epic evo clone. As this one looks more reliable. I have only ridden about 400km during the fall before the snow and the cold came. But so far so good. I am really happy with how it performs on the rough stuff. I haven't dialed the rear shock settings fully yet. And it has not even been ridden in the correct geo, since I had a 100mm travelk fork from start. I am coming from the DH and Enduro side so I ride the bike fairly hard on descents. There are no really big descents where I live at the moment but I think it feels pretty solid on the tech. The leverage ratio on a bike like this with pedal effecieny in mind (I hope) will of course be a bit more "bumpy" than a more trail oriented bike. I think I will get an even better feel for the bike once the dropper post is in place. Always weird to ride fast downhill with that high seatpost February 19, 2026, 11:58:19 AM |
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Re: Spcycle 2024 New M868 Downcountry Full Suspension Frame
Thanks for the valuable update bud. I am not sure if go on full bearing replacement , or just open seals apply premium grease and see how long they will last. I will remove the main pivot to regrease with caution ,thanks again for the heads up I should get my frame any day now, will update April 09, 2026, 04:25:12 PM |
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Re: Spcycle 2024 New M868 Downcountry Full Suspension Frame
Hello. My project is complete. The first rides confirm that it's a very good frame with great geometry. Final weight: 10.7 kg April 12, 2026, 03:45:08 PM |
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Re: Spcycle 2024 New M868 Downcountry Full Suspension Frame
I guess with this type of issue you gotta replace the frame right? No way you can replace just the BB shell. exactly, but the seller doesn't want to say it directly. He claims that the new frames don't have this connector between the threads. Exactly, but the seller won't say it directly. He claims that the new frames don't have this threaded connector. Below are some better photos of the project. Weight: 10.95 Carbon wheels: 30mm, Goldix hubs, Aspen 2.4 120tpi tires, Tubolight rear wheel insert SID Ultimate 2x shock XTR brakes, XT 180mm brake discs XX1 crankset, XX1 cassette Tune saddle Reverb 150mm seatpost XTR pedals XT shifter, XTR rear derailleur DTSwiss lockout RPantahi cockpit, tire repair kit in the handlebar All titanium bolts Xcadey power meter Frame wrapped in plastic ESI grips, plastic cages June 06, 2026, 07:06:30 AM |
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