Quote from: patliean1 on October 20, 2026, 09:30:19 AMIncoming... 

Let us know all details asap!! =)

Hey
Why don't you just simply buy new X68 fork?
I guess costs are ridicilously low + tell them to focus on facing off surface..just an idea... 

Quote from: Freddy__HH on August 19, 2026, 08:26:54 AM
Did anyone replace the bolts and axles on their X68?

as some of my bolt start to rust (especially fork clamp) I was thinking about replacing at least some. Can I use the genuine bolts?

Yup, I have replaced all of them on stem. They were heaviliy rusty after very short time. I bought new set of screws on TI-Parts.

Yes, I have same issue all the time.
No cleaning / replacing pads helps.
I think (my amateur oppinion is) that there is a vibration going on.

Hi
Maybe old info, but anyway. I just got reply for "New X68" :

The mold for the new version of the TT-X68 frame is still being manufactured.
We need to wait for the sample frame to pass the test before we can start producing the frame and start selling it.
It is expected to be September-October.

We only have 3D pictures and no pictures of the actual frame yet.

TT-X68 new will be in sizes: 49/52/54/56/58/61cm (it is not sure whether the mold will be opened for all frame sizes now)

Oh guys, come on...
at the end, we are talking about frame that costs 700usd.
If anybody is so sceptical at any stage buying Tan Tan bike (or any brand in this price range), and can't deal with risk of having some minor issues, than just go buy original SL8 for 5000usd and you will sleep easily. Maybe your wife won't =)

I have 2 X68's at home. Both with truly excellent performance. I know 3 friends also having same bike, no issues
But even if I would, in worst case scenario, replace frame and/or deal with 700 USD loss. Whatever... It's definitely worth trying.

p.s. Owning original S-works SL5 and having huge issues with BB in the past, also is not something you solve easily with well known brand...FYI

Quote from: momento on July 01, 2026, 05:52:30 AM
The quality and functionality of a frame is not so much its shape as the materials used and the workmanship, and there's a difference of day and night between the SL8 and the X68. If many consider (as I've read in this forum) these two frames remotely comparable, it's only because they use the bike for amateur purposes (like me).

Sorry, but I also need to comment this post...
We will all NEVER know what exact performance you can get out of SL8 and X68. It can simply be due to personal oppinion / feeling (which is not relevant) OR because we do not know X68 numbers OR we are simply shit riders that can't even use full potential of bikes.

I would also like to hear your arguments comparing X68 to SL8 as day and night. In what ? how do you back this comparisson up with some non-personal facts?
If we blindfold you, and put you on X68 with S-works stickers...are you sure you would reckognize which bike is it? =)

So, there are many of us that can absolutelly agree that X68 frame (700 USD) and SL8 (4-5K€) is more than comparable with ride feel.

Guys, let me share my oppinion.
I own 2 X68's.
3 of my friends also have it. I can say that all of us do not have issues with it.
Previously I owned S-Works SL5. Had a lot of issues with BB. Do you think that "known brands" solve issues fast ? be my guest and try... just because you paid low money to Chinese brand, does not mean your issue should /will be solved emediatelly and all under your conditions. It's matter of discussion /negotiations and acceptable solutions.

So, not recomending Seraph, is in my oppinion, just not fair statement.

Hi,
just small reminder: keep in mind that many Varia holder (3D prints) will crack or brake after some time, unless they include some glass fibers.
3D itself does not stand so well all the vibrations. And saving 20€ against loosing Varia radar is not something to miss=)

Quote from: mrbubbles on November 17, 2025, 08:46:59 PM
I didn't receive any grommets either,  I had spare grommets so I used those instead.

I recieved all grommets on both of my X68's. It's weird they don't give them anymore?
But in any case, as others replied, just buy them seperatelly at local bikeshop.

Quote from: Bonus79 on November 11, 2025, 11:07:19 AM
What model of water bottle cage did you install? Do you have a link?
Thanks

Also bottle cage is bought at Seraph, they also offer it. It costs 8-9 USD.

Quote from: naiboo on November 10, 2025, 06:10:02 AM
Just to get this straight, you ordered the group set directly at tantan too or from third party at ali?

I bought a frame at Seraph (Tan Tan). 
They have also arranged groupset for me, but it was not assemblied on a bike.
I got everything in one box and assemblied by myself.

Quote from: Freddy__HH on November 10, 2025, 12:15:22 AM
So it's possible to order a frame + groupset? Or are you referring to complete bikes?

I hope it's genuine Shimano components, right?

Hi. I ordered both bikes with seperate groupset. And I assemblied bike on my own.
Also price is much cheaper than in EU =) Any yes, genuine Shimano equipment.

Quote from: phizz86 on November 08, 2025, 07:29:28 PM
Has anyone ordered the frame with groupset (105 di2 or ultegra di2) directltly from tantan? I am thinking of doing this as I already have a set of wheels I can use.

Any experience or concerns for buying the groupset installed direct from tanran?

I did. 2 bikes. One with 105 Di2 and the other with Ultegra Di2.
Absolutelly no issues.

Naiboo, keep in mind that you can always extend position (seat back, longer stem)  on 54, whereas on 56 (if it's too big) you are in difficult position.
The seatpost  on X68 has 2cm offset. First check this on your existing bike. Then try to catch same reach with stem length.

example: I had size 56 SL5 with 0 offset + 10cm stem. The saddle was in the middle of rails.
              I took size 56 X68 with 9cm stem and seat is moved maximum to the front. And this positions is exactly the same as on SL5. So I have no margin anymore, but it fits me perfect. 

I suggest you to take 54 and adjust stem length and move the saddle accordingly.