Monza 24" BMX Cruiser w/ Skyway Mags | Unboxing, Assembly & First Impressions | Old School Meets New
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- Опубликовано: 25 май 2023
- Experience the magic of an 80s BMX ride with a modern twist as I unbox, effortlessly assemble, and share my first impressions of the Monza 24" BMX Cruiser. Outfitted with iconic Skyway Tuff mag wheels, this triple plated chrome-finished ride is a dream come true for any BMX enthusiast.
But this BMX cruiser isn't just about aesthetics. With a frame and forks crafted from 4130 chromoly by the esteemed Japanese company Tange, the quality and craftsmanship of this Monza 24" Cruiser is truly exceptional. It showcases classic BMX elements like Dia-Compe brakes, Kenda Comp III tires, Tange Grips, a Tange seat post clamp and Bear Trap pedals.
Comparing it to my 2017 26" GT Performer Heritage, my 2022 Hutch Trick Star reproduction frame set, and my S&M Dagger, I'm particularly impressed with the Monza's welds and craftsmanship. The quality is top-notch, reflecting a superior balance of value against craftsmanship that you won't find everywhere.
This Monza 24" BMX Cruiser perfectly blends nostalgia with modern technology, totally nailing the motto "Your BMX all grown up." A special thanks to Monza for providing the bike for this video series. Check out their website for more info:
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I'm excited to share my thoughts on this incredible ride and the adventures it'll bring, right from our own backyard. Stay tuned as we dive deeper into the BMX world. Subscribe and hit the notification bell so you don't miss a thing! Let's ride together.
Specs & Parts:
Frame and fork: Tange 4130 CrMo tubing. Top tube length 22.5"/570 mm
Finish: Chrome (triple plated chrome process)
Wheels: Skyway Tuff, 3/8" axle
Handlebar: 736 mm, Chrome
Headset: Tange Seiki 1-1/8" Integrated
Stem: Monza Alloy Stem, Top Load, reach 50mm, Finish: Chrome
Rear brake: Dia-Compe V-Brake MX2, Gold
Front Brake: Dia Compe Caliper 884Q, Gold
Brake lever: Dia-Compe MX2, Black bracket , gold handle
Seat: Monza BMX, padded
Seat post: CrMo layback 22.2mm / 350mm, Chrome included in package one pce optional CrMo Straight Post 22.2mm / 350mm
Seat post clamp: Tange SC-2, 25.4mm, Black
Grips: Classic Tange grips Monza Edition, Black
Crankset: 3-piece, 44T/110 BCD chainring, gold anodized, Cranks 175 mm, silver anodized
Freewheel: Dicta 16T, Chrome
Chain: YBN MK747, 1/2 x 1/8
Tires: Kenda Comp III 24 x 2.125, Black
Pedals: Monza Bear Trap, 9/16", body silver/cage anodized gold
Weight: Complete bike 12.2 kg/26.9 lbs
More Monza content from a couple of my favorite channels:
/ @cruisinginthe808
/ @radbmxbuilds
This gentleman looks happier and more energetic than most teenagers today
🙌 Doing my best! 🤣
Right! I’m 54 and just trying to ignore I’m getting old. But also glad I’ve finally got money to buy all my old toys again.
This gentleman is a cool dude, nice Christian Hosoi tshirt and I saw the glimpse of Tommy Guerrero clip from Animal chin. I built a bike identical to this ten yrs ago , but it was a mock up of 82;redline Carrera in show chrome, v bars, brute stem ,redline 3 pce cranks, redline chainwheel polished to mirror finish, hutch bear traps, I built when 24 Skyway graphite were released, thinking 2013. Being a cool mofo can't be bought or lost, cool is within the genetic make up 🤙🤙🤙😎🍄
I’m 50 now and I remember riding with my friends on my diamond back chrome and this bike brings me back to those fun days…I need to get one of these just to cruise around the neighborhood and have that nostalgic feeling again. Love your enthusiasm 🙌
Awesome!! I’ll be 50 in few months, so we probably share a lot of similar memories about cruising around in our bikes back on the day. I love cruising around my current neighborhood on these big versions today ❤️
It's so much fun watching your video's they give me some nostalgia from my BMX days 20 years ago.
That’s so awesome!!! Thanks so much for watching and the encouraging feedback 🙏👊
Awesome bike, especially for the money. My 20” BMX’s are just too small for my 51 year old knees now. Wonderful childhood memories of spending the whole weekend out with my mates on our bikes. Love the idea behind this company. I’ve just ordered mine.
🙌 Awesome!!! If you don’t mind, please reply back with your thoughts after you’ve ridden it a few times. 👊
If it wasnt for your channel and Cruusing the 808, I would have not found this bike! I ordered mine on Friday! I cant wait! It was my birthday on 8/11 turned 49! Your channel is Awsome!! Thank you for all the information and sharing it with us!
Hi David, Happy Birthday!!! You’re about a month older than me 😎 I’m a big fan of Kevin and Bernie too! Please let us know how you like the bike. How fun!!! 👍
Thanks for the upload..so stoked for you!!
Thanks for watching and commenting. I couldn’t be any happier with the bike.
So happy for you. Enjoyed your video 😊
Thanks for watching and commenting. I’m happy to hear you enjoyed it 😎
Looks FUN!!
Absolutely! I’m really digging this size and geometry ❤️
So that's what those little black pieces on the brake levers are for! We had no clue they were for either caliper or v-brakes! Great build video explaining the entire process!
Thanks Kevin! Not quite as entertaining as watching you and Bernie chat as you work on your bikes, but I figured that I might as well film the build process. I’m still blown away by how well these are padded up and protected inside the box. 🤯
Great video, sir. Keep up the good work.
Thanks so much for the kind words and encouragement 🙌👊👍
For sure it’s a nice looking bike ! Love the "chrome finish" with the black Skyway wheels, so 80’S !
And btw, nice T-shirt too (Hosoi rising sun) ! 👍
Thanks for watching and commenting. 👊🏼 I’m a big Hosoi fan too ❤️👍🏼
Mine is out for delivery today can't wait!
Wow!!! Congratulations. You’re going to love it!!!! 👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼
Sweet! I love my Monza too! So much fun. I like the way it feels after riding my other bikes. Feels more 80's. I guess it's because the cranks are straight, and not flared out like all my other bikes. GT power series cranks might be straight too though. I'll have to go ride it to see. Haha. Have fun!
Thanks for the feedback. I’ve got power series cranks on my GT too and they are similar enough in shape/size as the Monza ones. For the Monza bikes, I just think they really nailed the geometry to give that old school feel in a bigger bike. When they say, “Your BMX all grown up”, they aren’t exaggerating with a catchy phrase… they nailed it perfectly 👊🏼
Looks awesome!
Thanks!!! It’s been a couple months now, and it’s holding up well and still looks great 👍
Yeah, Bear traps 👍
Yes!!! 👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼
Good fun! I still ride my '84 Haro Freestyle (currently w/ 20" Z-Rims - the Skyway Tuff's are retired from a hard life👍). I enduro mountain bike race now, but I'm always looking for cool new toys to hit the bike parks, or just rip around on. I'll have to check out the Monza! Keep doing what you do 😁👍‼️
Thanks for the feedback and encouragement! It’s awesome that you still have your old Haro! And super awesome that you’re still racing MTB today. So cool 😎
Great video 💥💥💥
Thanks Thomas. The bike is 💥💥💥too ❤️
Great video, I used to race BMX back in the 80’s, had a GT Performer in the early 2000’s but broke my wrist so took up road riding, then had a few near misses with buses and lorries so it’s been on a turbo trainer for the past 3-4 years, recently been looking to get back out doors and think a cruiser is the ideal candidate and the Monza looks amazing 🤩
Thanks so much for watching and commenting. I think a BMX cruiser would be perfect for your situation, and I don’t think you could go wrong with a Monza! If you do get a cruiser, please consider coming back with a comment on what you decided to go with and what you think about it 👍🏼
@@TheNostalgicNeighborhood thanks, I definitely will 👍🏻
Just bought one a few minutes ago ! I can't wait so stoked!! Im usually into erides but this bike made me go back to old school style and no battery just Flintstone style 😂 2024 version coming second half of 2024 going to buy a white version too lol😂 maybe black too😂 bikes look sick !!! Smiling and getting exercise same time cant go wrong !!!
Dude!!!! That’s so awesome 🙌 Flinstone style, I love it 😂 You’re right about smiling and exercising at the same time. So much fun. You’re gonna love it 👊
Great looking bike.
Agreed! 🙌 Monza sure did an amazing job with these. 🤩
I had no clue Monza was making these. I may just have to pick one up.
Awesome. I’m still loving this bike, and I’m sure you’d be happy with one to. If you do pick one up, let us know what you think 👍🏼
I want a SandM dagger but definitely a dream bike I’ll stick to my Subrosa for now 😅
Gotta make the most with what you got 🙌
@@TheNostalgicNeighborhood couldn’t be more true!
I just added a Rockshox fork to it and no more sore wrists after manuals 😅
Thanks for explaining the MX-2 brake levers. I might need a set. I have a back V brake, I want to add a 990 front, preferably without running 2 different levers.
Thanks for watching and commenting. Glad to hear that the explanation was helpful. 👍
Okay….i gotta get one!
right on!!!! It’s been about a year now and I’m still loving mine 👊
@@TheNostalgicNeighborhood I’m waiting for the gold 24” to become available 😎
@@JohniBoiiViDz sounds like they’ll have more 24’s available this fall.
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Thanks!!! 🙌🙌🙌
That's Rad!! I'm 46 and worked at bike shops until I was like 30... so I had access to all the cool shit at a discount. In like 1992? I found a NOS 1987 pink/chrome Schwinn Predator Free-Form Pro frame/fork in the dregs of the shop I worked at. I built that thing so tits-out for the time... Profile 3 pc cranks, ACS rotor, Peregrine handlebar, 48 spoke wheels with Peregrine hubs, etc.... I sold it when I went to college and blew all my cash on a new Schwinn Homegrown Factory Suspension XT mountain bike.... Please Shoot Me!!!.... regrets.
Dang, having access to bikes at a shop discount for so long, I'd have spent way too much of my paychecks there. 🤑 That Predator sounds amazing, and I hear you about the regrets about losing it. I never had a super valuable BMX in the 80s, but I did eventually get an 87 Dyno D-Tour. My parents sold it in a garage sale when I was off in college. They probably got like $15 for. I'm still bummed out about that. But I bet you loved riding your MTB in college! I got a middle of the road Mongoose Rockodile MTB back in 1993. It came LX parts, but I eventually swapped most of them out for XT. It had nice, agressive geometry. I miss that bike too. LOL. Note to self... never sell a bike again. 🤣
The tioga comp 3 style tires are alright in dirt but not so good on street.
If you’re not going with a full smooth tire might I suggest the maxxis snyper? For a 65 psi tire honestly just perfect if your session is dirt and street in the same day. So far my favourite tires on my 24 by far
Thanks for the insights and sharing. I’ll definitely keep those in mind 🙌
Great video! What's your height? I always hated pedals with reflectors (and them in general) but this bike makes them look good, I guess. :) I have to get my hands on this bike. I still have my 1986 Hutch Trickstar 20". Too small for my 50-year-old body.
Thanks for the feedback! I’m 5’10” Haha, on the reflectors… but you can easily pop them off from these pedals. They’re just held in by friction. Yeah, the 24” is definitely more comfortable than a 20” at our age. I’m still loving this bike 👍
Looks nice, I'm not particularly a fan of chrome, much prefer the old school pastel colors, but I'm really considering this 24". I have a couple of GT Performers 20" but its hard on my old knees so I don't use them as much as I would like.
I love the 80s colors too, but I haven’t had chrome bike since my crappy Murray bike as a kid, so I thought it be fun to go with a classic. Yes, the 24” is so much more comfortable for me to ride than the 20” bikes. I think you’ll love the size. 👊
@@user-ms6id6hw8e “Murray Moves You Faster” 🤣
Another cool video! Do you have a link for your bike stand or the brand and model?
Thanks! The stand is a Park Tool PCS-10. I bought it about 5 years ago for around $125. It’s been discontinued and replaced with PCS-10.3 and is much more expensive after all the inflation in recent years. It’s a fantastic stand though. www.parktool.com/en-us/product/home-mechanic-repair-stand-pcs-10
I've noticed that the tire pressure is greater than that of a car's tire pressure. I bet it's because a bike's tire is WAY thinner than that of a car's tire.
That’s an interesting insight. Yes, you’re probably right. The bike tires need to be lighter, so the rubber is thinner and needs more air pressure to provide adequate support.
@@TheNostalgicNeighborhood Something about pressure = force/area. The thin bicycle tire has small area. Dividing by a small number equals a large answer.
I'm about 6' 1" Tall. 205lbs... Do you think the 24" will fit me? I want something to pull off jumps and tricks with? I've only ever ridden a 20"..... 26" seems more like a cruiser... Whats your opinion on that? Thanks
I’m about 5’11” and 200lbs, and the 24” fits me well. It would probably be comfortable for you too. If you’re seriously interested in jumps and tricks, you may get want to look at a 22” with a longer top tube. The 24” is a nice middle ground between a bigger cruiser and a smaller bike. Way more comfortable than my 20”, but not as great for long rides like on my 26”. The 24” is perfect for me at the pump track, and a little more lively riding around the neighborhood. I LOVE my 24” Monza, But if I was serious about jumps and tricks, I’d build up a 22” ATF from S&M. www.sandmbikes.com/product/hardgoods/frames/atf-frame-for-22-wheel/
It looks pretty good in reference to all the quality workmanship, better than some others, I use to ride a Ross bmx bike, sadly Ross went out of business in 1989.
Thanks for watching and commenting. I’m not too familiar with Ross. I didn’t know anyone who had one back in the day, so I never got a chance to see one.
At 49 years old this is what I’m looking for! Does it come with detailed assembly instructions? I’ve never built a bike before but I want this set up.
The tools are essential. Just watch a few RUclips videos and you're set. Or find a kid to do it for you.
Awesome, we’re close in age so we’re probably looking for the same thing. As we speak, I’m working on a video of my experiences taking it up to the pump track for the first time. Spoiler alert, this bike is freaking awesome at the pump track. Even as a first timer, it was so much fun!!! They do not include great assembly instructions in the box, but luckily it’s super easy and intuitive. If you didn’t watch my entire video hear, take a second look as I pretty much went through the process in the video. It comes 80% assembled out of the box. You just need to install the front wheel, add the seat/post, install the handlebars, and then attach the brake cables to the levers, and tighten the stem. After that, maybe some fine tuning. But it’s really easy. I’m happy to answer any questions if you need more info.
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Awesome Bike - is there a 22 inch one out there?
Hi! Monza makes 24” and 26”, but not a 22”. Personally, if I was going to get a 22”, I’d purchase an S&M ATF frame and build up a custom bike, but I know there are some good complete 22” bikes from companies like Fit.
@@TheNostalgicNeighborhood thanks for the tip, I will check out the S&M ATF frame I could use a long term project!
Nice bike! But that seat/post arrangement makes the bike almost useless for anyone that wants to to have some real fun. Still dropping you a Like though. Good video.👍
Thanks!
How do i get one...
You can order online at monzabmx.com/collections/24-bmx-bikes They’ll be restocking the colored ones, but the chrome ones like mine are still available
Toss that front brake
Why?
No way, front brakes rule.
Instead of getting that, I'd rather spend money on getting a 26" DJ bike ; a bit pricier but DJ bikes have better build and handling because of a lower bottom bracket position...Adult BMX is such a bad idea, tbh
Thanks for watching and commenting. It’s good to hear from various perspectives because not every bike is best for every situation and every rider. Really depends on the terrain you want to ride and how aggressive you want to be. It’s cool that you found a style that clearly works well for you 👍🏼
@@TheNostalgicNeighborhood I'm not really up to riding style when I commented regarding it....If you do a little research, having a lower bottom bracket position, will give you a lower center of gravity, meaning the bike will become more stable in turns and when braking.
A good bike is a bike with proper geometry no matter how cheap it is.
Why is adult BMX a bad idea?
Is Monza a Japanese word? Definition?
Monza is a city in Italy, and it’s home of mainland Europe’s first auto racing track, built in 1922. I assume Monza BMX’s name is a nod to the city’s racing history.
It will never be TunGay. It will always be TANGE. Pronounced like flange.
No worries, say it how you wish. 👍
How tall are you?
I’m 5’10” and this bike is a perfect fit!