I have a 2018 Cannondale (27.5"-650B) CUJO 3 with SUNTOUR XCR FORKS...are there any upgrades or IS THERE ANYTHING to change for a better ride? so many have told me to just get a new set of forks but the prices are almost what I paid for the entire bike ($1200cdn) & maybe I'd be better off just getting a new $bike$? I love the gearing/set-up for ME on the Cujo but I don't really know any better when it comes to this sport...put 740 km on it since August of 2018 - never jumped it or have done anything except ride on pavement normally due to my back injury BUT I DID GET OUT ON A BIKE with my Dr's OK & have been loving it since!!! YES, I'm sure a full suspension mtb would be better for my back BUT because I'll NEVER be jumping or "downhilling" is it really worth it MONEY wise? Would really love to hear your suggestions.
I’m here trying to figure out which one works for my fuel ex 9. It came with a fox 34 but it’s leaking and I want a new one. Can I buy any fox 34 fork and it bolts up? Can I get a 36 for added travel?
@@nervousordo yeah you're right, my already 10k bike could have been replaced with a better version for $1250. Good luck with your Walmart junk though bro 👍
Hey thanks Rupert! And we don't necessarily see it as marketing. We see it as bringing value to the industry by sharing the knowledge we have. If that makes anyone want to shop with us, cool. Win win 😊. But we're here to support people having fun on bikes.
If you are modifying an old 90's steel MTB adding travel is usually a good thing. Engineers changed head tube angles over the years because people were riding on a whole new level and flying over their handle bars. That's one of the reasons we started playing around with smaller wheels in the rear back in the early 2000's with our older 90's bikes. Now they call it a Mullet. 90's steel mountain bikes make awesome mullets. The Manitou Circus Expert is still made with a straight steerer tube at 130mm of travel. If you are a bigger rider and love steel MTBs from the old days I've found that even though it's a dirt jumper it works great for me going down technical hills on my old bike.
You can fit tapered fork to a semi integrated head tube (common on entry level frames) that came standard with straight steerer by replacing the bottom cup of the headset. Nukeproof do one called the EX44-40 - B5. This opens up a lot more options for replacement forks.
Excellent video guys! I just went through this process a few weeks ago and this is very helpful for anyone in that process. Just as an extra tip: even if tapered is the current standard, there are different "tapered" measurements, so making sure you have the correct headset for the fork you wanna mount is also a must or it simply won't fit. That just happened to me, turns out my previous fork was a straight tube with an adapter to run into my tapered frame and when I tried to get a new headset for the new fork which was tapered, they weren't fitting because my frame was "the shorter" tapered standard 😅 you guys helped me to get the right headset, so thank you very much 😁👌
I upgraded budget forks to new budget forks and the difference is unreal. Got some RockShox recon silver on sale for just over £100. Riding trails is a joy again
I’m a huge supporter of The Stand! I literally subscribed just because I saw them in the background hahaha. All kidding aside, I really like the content being created. Keep up the good work.
Can u make a Video about Headets and measurements? And angle headsets, so if u want to make ur geo up to Date u dont have to pay for a new longer fork or else.
I need to replace the fork on a 2017 Diamondback Recoil 29er. I bought it from my neighbor a few months ago. Everything on it was trashed. I am about six weeks from turning 60. I am disabled with a spine injury... 🤕 I will only use it for exercise to help strengthen my back and legs. I have a very small budget. I'm trying to improve after 5 years of paralysis. I can't even remember what a headset looks like. A video that explains what a "zero stack ahead 1⅛", is and how to replace the parts. Most important, I'd like to learn exactly which parts I need to order. Oh. Thanks for the video. I just subscribed.
Solid Info as always. I’m a old school Sk8er that totally got obsessed with MTB so my knowledge is limited currently, I’m running Fox 36 performance f4 & Factory DPX 2 on my Devinci DJango. Sounds like I’m running to much travel on it. “ Engineers did plan for it🖖🏽” Wouldn’t of know the Difference having to much FUN!!! LETS GO!!✊🏼
I just got some Fox factory 36. They’re longer travel and 29 taking a 27 wheel. Worst case ill run them a bit softer with vol spacers. It’s going to be awesome, change my mind.
Odd question: could I swap out my current 130 29er forks (with 27.5 wheel, 2.6 tyre) to a 150 27.5 fork (with 27.5 wheel, 2.6 tyre) ?? If axle to crown is very similar, only 3mm difference will it change to geometry very much?
Another thing, they said 9mm QR, when they meant 5mm QR. A 9mm QR is a standard that Fox stopped using 2 years ago. They had stopped using 5mm QR a long time ago. Whenever you see a cheaper modern bike with QR axles, it is probably the 5mm QR standard. I was confused a while ago, so I measured the QR axles on my road bike, and they were 5mm. I have an older mountain bike, that has a 9mm QR front axle, and a 5mm rear axle. I have never seen a 9mm QR used as a rear axle, but they probably exist somewhere. My friend's Marin Hawk Hill 1 has a 15 mm thru axle on the fork, but uses a 5mm skewer on the back in a bolt through dropout, in some weird combination thing to keep the cost down.
You "can" run a 29er fork for 27.5 frame but since the arch is taller, you lose about 20mm of possible travel per wheel-size. Smaller the wheel, the more travel you get from the same axle-to-crown distance. You can also upgrade your 26er with modern tapered fork but there are many things to consider. If you have an older freeride bike that can use 200mm 26er fork with 570mm axle-to-crown, you can run a 160mm 29er. If you are upgrading a 26er 20x110 DH to a 15x110 Boost you'll need a 5mm brake rotor spacer. Even though the axle width is the same, the designed distance from brake rotor to brake mount is 5mm wider on the 15x110 Boost spec. Also, you'd need to run something with torque cap compatible fork because the 26er 20x110's hub interface diameter is larger than what the 27.5-29er 15x110 hub. Maybe your 26er came with 1.5" headtube - you'll need a reducer top or if it's already running straight 1 1/8 reducer top and bottom, you'll need a 1.5" bottom.
When you refer to "modern " bikes, what year would put a bike in the modern category? I have a 2015 Guant Revel 29er disc breaks. I'm looking upgrade the forks. Currently it has a SunTrust XCT 80mm fork. What would be a good replacement?
I would think it would come down to axle standards. Prior to 2012 most bikes had 10mmx100 Quick release front and rear. Around 2012 and later Rear axles went to I believe to 12mmx124mm through axles and 15x100 on the front. Around the time your bike was built it was the same 12x124 rear and went to 15x110 Boost front. Around 2018 it went to Boost standards for the front and rear. Along with these, steer tube standards would be 1/8-1/5 These standards would not necessarily be applicable to lower end bikes. If your bike was less than $2000 it would be wise not to go down the rabbit hole and the headache of playing the parts compatibility game, and just get a new updated rig.
I appreciate your chuckle at my sitution. I dont know if I should swap to new front wheel or what I have an old mtb but I converted it to an ebike. still a good frame.
i have rockshox 35 gold in the 140mm i don’t know if i can upgrade because i’ve got a trek Roscoe 8 and the brakes are already inline with it and the suspension gap between the two tubes are quite far
Hi! My Trek Marlin 7 gen 3 size L have stock fork and this steer is 1.5" Tapered, 1-1/8" Aluminum, 1-1/8" Steel does it mean that all cone forks are compatible ? i was looking put ROCKSHOX 35 GOLD RL DEBONAIR BOOST 29" SUSPENSION FORK on my marlin 7 and Do I need a new rim or is there an adapter?
I have a new Trek Marlin 7 it came with a Rockshox Judy Coil spring fork, the steerer neck only takes an untapered fork so how do I upgrade when modern forks are tapered?
My bike is Rocky Mountain Fusion 10, headtube angle is 66.5, tapered, QR ,...what can I upgrade the fork to? Would rockshox Judy gold work without changing the geometry?
hey I watched this video to learn about forks because I'm kind of rebuilding one of my bikes. I really got into mountain biking with a schwinn ascention 29 and recently I took everything off and I'm just putting new parts on because i like the frame. I would really like to put a fox 32 xc fork on it but it came stock with a straight steerer tube. However, the lower headset bearing cup is larger than the top bearing cup would a tapered head tube work with this frame?
Hello Worldwide Cyclery I have a Sr Suntour Xct 80mm of travel quick release, and I looking to upgrade the fork to a better one with 100mm would be enough any suggestions.
i have a 2018 GT Avalanche. 9 or 10mm QR. i use a DT swiss 350 with their 10mm QR axle. its great. i have a tapered full integrated head tube. i use a cane creek 44. headset. a rockshox recon tk gold 100mm. i an getting a fox 32 or 34, used. 3 to 4 hundred. fit float 3 position. all the bells n whistles. 120 to 140mm. it fits.
rake? ive been out of mtb'ing awhile now but im just trying to catch back up. is rake where the forks look bent back in some pictures? in an attempt to get the axel back under and inline with the steerer tube?
Got a question! I have an older Recon TK Gold 100mm Solo Air, on a BMC Team Elite TE03 29er. I think its the 2013 Deore build. I bought the bike used this spring for $350 and I'm hooked lol The fork still works fine and I will service it soon. My mechanic said it's fine and was well kept, just needs a little love over the winter and it should feel like new :) Which I have no idea how it feels cuz I never rode new ones, but guessing just smoother and more sensitive overall. I kind of know the levels of RockShox forks/what the names/numbers mean. So for example, how much better/different is a new, entry level Judy TK Gold 100mm Solo Air, compared to what I already have? I don't really think it's a worthy upgrade, unless I go for a 120 mm travel one, which I'm afraid will mess up the geometry of the bike (which is already a bit old, from what I gathered watching so many videos on modern bikes lol) Since I'm a noob, I'm planing on keeping the bike for at least a year or two more, it's nice for learning and for the type of trails and riding I have nearby, and I won't cry a lot if I break it lol Already upgraded some crucial parts - mainly Shimano Deore BR-M6100 brakes (instead of the horrifying Avid Elixr 1s lol), new tires, flat pedals, 780 mm bars with 30 mm rise (instead of the 720 mm flat bars), and a new seat that actually fits my butt lol And also testing out a shorter, 50 mm stem (instead of the 75 mm). I'm very happy with my bike, just wandered if it's a worthy upgrade to consider! Thank you for the awesome content! xD
I was given a Specialized Expedition Sport Aluminum frame Bicycle with a solid front fork and was told that suspension forks were optional on those bikes , my fork is threaded one inch steerer tube , with V- Brakes , 26 inch wheels and Quick Releases and the Suspension forks that were optional were S R Suntour could I still get suspension forks for it ?
Plus 1 on the maker’s mark! ❤️ Got here since I am looking for more information if I can upgrade my Trek Marlin 7 2021 fork from Rockshox Judy to Fox 32. Things I thought off to consider are the axle. Marlins have a QR skewer while Fox32 has a TA. 🤷🏻♂️
So I have an sb140 2020, with a fox performance 37mm offset. Would a factory fork with 44 offset completely change the ride????help I’m struggling to find the answers…love your work
I have a 2012 Ibis Mojo and it came with Fox Talas 32 140mm travel. The fork went out and I am thinking of replacing it with a Fox 36 160mm travel along with upgrading the fork to a the coil conversion from smashpot. Let me know what you think. Thanks
Hi, I'm standing in front of my Giant roam disc 2 2021 and wondering if replacing a spring shock with an air shock is profitable. Will it bring more comfort, and what shock stroke to use, the same 63 mm as if I gave 80 mm?...
I am trying to upgrade my fork from a rockshox recon to a fox 36. I’m going from a 15mm/110 hub and trying to adapt to the fox which is 15mm 100. Any suggestions?? My hub is a shimano HB-MT410. Please help!
I have a 170mm front/160 back suspension bike,i just bought a 190 zen,it works well but im thinking to change the airsprint to 180,the 190 is just a little bit big
Great video, I've been thinking about upgrading my Trek to disc brakes. Starting to think no.... eying brand new bikes and think ill just keep the Trek original retro. It was a great bike in its day.
Hi it says that you can use an adaptor for quick release axle's I have quick release axle's and I am looking to get the rockshox recon front fork. I think it has a different type of axle to my bike. If so what adaptor kits can I get.
Would you recommend a 1 1/8 to 1.5 headset adapter for a strait tube frame? My current bike has a straite tube, but i want to install a better fork, its definetly a capable frame. just curius as to what you guys think about that.
I'm just getting into MTB's and bought a Cyrusher FR100, manufacture confirmed my dual crown forks are the 1-1/8 straight steer tube, 100mm QD axle, and 75mm caliper mount. Can I change to a single crown fork with the same specs? Just many more options with reputable brands like FOX and Rockshox with single crown fork
I'm really not sure if I understood properly the offset explanation. I currently have a Rockshox Yari with a 51mm offset on my bike and I was planning on upgrading it to a Rockshox Zeb which is only being made in a 44mm offset (29'' wheels). If I buy the fork with a 44mm offset, is it really gonna change the feel of my entire bike and is it gonna be dangerous for my headtube ? The bike that I have is a Devinci Spartan NX 29 2019.
I got a 2018 Fuji Nevada 1.7 29, what fork should I get with 100mm travel. The fork it came with had a warning that it was not mint for trail, I picked this up a couple years ago for around 500 dollars and I can upgrade but wife would be upset if I just replaced it.
Probably not, if they didn't even put a tapered head tube and a adapter headset, the bike is probably not worth upgrading. You would be better off getting a new bike when you reach the limits of this one. Just wondering, what bike do you have?
@@JustAGlitchFL I have a trek marlin 6. Saved up over the summer and bought that as my first ever mountain bike. I know which one I would buy if I got a new one- Nukeproof Scout 290, but I have no idea when I’ll have $1500 to spend on a new bike.
Hey thanks for the video, bike git stolen a couple of months ago and I recently got it back. They painted the whole bike, including the forks and the seals are full of paint and don't really travel anymore. So looks like I'm getting a new fork . There's lots more damage but this will get me going again
I bought a 2021 Rocky Mountain soul 20 I thought it was decently high end but it came with quick release axles Im confused because you said only old bike have that
Just bought the Rockshox Recon 29" on your Amazon store. Not really sure if the Giant Talon 4 2021 has a tapered or straight tube. Can you confirm that to me because the Rockshox Recon is for straight tube. I really appreciate your reply.
Hello. I have trek fuel ex 5 2022.. front suspension RockShox Recon 140mm.. Trek recommended 150mm max.. Question:what's best 150mm front suspension...? Or I can go 160mm on it?
Howdy. I bought a Giant bike, with a huge frame, I think xxl, and a very bad fork. And I have to look for a better one. How do I know what fork I need? I have XCE
My biggest question is that can i put a 27.5 wheel in a 29 fork? cuz basically it should fit, just only look kinda ugly right? cuz of the tallness of the fork
Hi, I have a 2020 Cube Reaction Hybrid Pro Ebike with Suntour XCM 34 Boost fork with 100 mm travel. What equivalent fork can I buy to upgrade it to an air fork, nothing fancy, I just like a better one with 120 mm travel, please advise...thanks in advance:)
What fork do you have on your mountain bike?
I have a Recon RL that came stock with my bike. Good enough. 😁
RockShox Recon Silver RL
Rockshock Yari
A marzocchi bomber z2
I have a 2018 Cannondale (27.5"-650B) CUJO 3 with SUNTOUR XCR FORKS...are there any upgrades or IS THERE ANYTHING to change for a better ride? so many have told me to just get a new set of forks but the prices are almost what I paid for the entire bike ($1200cdn) & maybe I'd be better off just getting a new $bike$? I love the gearing/set-up for ME on the Cujo but I don't really know any better when it comes to this sport...put 740 km on it since August of 2018 - never jumped it or have done anything except ride on pavement normally due to my back injury BUT I DID GET OUT ON A BIKE with my Dr's OK & have been loving it since!!! YES, I'm sure a full suspension mtb would be better for my back BUT because I'll NEVER be jumping or "downhilling" is it really worth it MONEY wise? Would really love to hear your suggestions.
Bought my fork used for $380 in August. Just need to get the rest of the parts for my bike now 😂😂😂
I got a 400 fox 36 performance on pink bike. It’s epic
@@andrewclarke7396 yoo have you got the rest of your bike yet:D
@@mrmakiii oh that’s the other guy, I just got a fork for my bike.
@@andrewclarke7396 oh sorry😂😅
Your forks cost more than my bike
Upgraded the fork on my Trek Fuel Ex from a 120mm to a 140mm pike. One of the best decisions I’ve made ever made
Pike is such a nice fork.
I’m here trying to figure out which one works for my fuel ex 9. It came with a fox 34 but it’s leaking and I want a new one. Can I buy any fox 34 fork and it bolts up? Can I get a 36 for added travel?
I just upgraded to the new Fox Factory 38. As a 230lb rider I love the added stiffness. Actually made a significant difference.
Just installed mine 2 rides ago, 180mm 38 Also around 210 215lbs, more rigid and haven't bottomed it out like I did on my 150mm 36
At $1250 for just the Fox Factory 38 you could have bought a new bike. 🤣
@@nervousordo yeah you're right, my already 10k bike could have been replaced with a better version for $1250. Good luck with your Walmart junk though bro 👍
@@mtbtrailbuilding6813 $10k for a bicycle? There a sucker born every minute. 🤣
@@nervousordo like I said, enjoy your Walmart bikes bro
I get this is marketing, but actually a very well made, knowledgeable and accurate vid...especially the +/-20mm max rule....good job guys.👏👏👏
Hey thanks Rupert! And we don't necessarily see it as marketing. We see it as bringing value to the industry by sharing the knowledge we have. If that makes anyone want to shop with us, cool. Win win 😊. But we're here to support people having fun on bikes.
If you are modifying an old 90's steel MTB adding travel is usually a good thing. Engineers changed head tube angles over the years because people were riding on a whole new level and flying over their handle bars. That's one of the reasons we started playing around with smaller wheels in the rear back in the early 2000's with our older 90's bikes. Now they call it a Mullet. 90's steel mountain bikes make awesome mullets. The Manitou Circus Expert is still made with a straight steerer tube at 130mm of travel. If you are a bigger rider and love steel MTBs from the old days I've found that even though it's a dirt jumper it works great for me going down technical hills on my old bike.
20mm travel limit is a hoax! I put a 200mm fork on my tricycle and was able to clear Crabapple hits in Whistler.
- Some guy on Reddit.
😂👊🏻👊🏻
Forking leads to spooning
😂
Only if you find a nice guy lol..
I hate the needy spooning after forking
@@iffy_too6465 Why don't you spork instead?
@@smallhatshatethetruth7933 i may try that
3:16, The manufacturer of my "frame", specifically decided that I can have 122 forks on average per meal. Thats why i have a 60" frame.
Again. I commented this on the last fork video. SO aggressive with those fork throws damn!
😂👊🏻
If I want to upgrade my fork I'm going to Worldwide Cutlery and Kazoos...
Cutlery🤣🤣🤣
You can fit tapered fork to a semi integrated head tube (common on entry level frames) that came standard with straight steerer by replacing the bottom cup of the headset. Nukeproof do one called the EX44-40 - B5. This opens up a lot more options for replacement forks.
I've always been interested in getting one of these but there doesn't seem to be much info about them anywhere regarding what will fit where etc.
I don't know how to change parts of my bike, this video is really helpful !!!
You should do one of these videos for all major components on a bike!
Excellent video guys! I just went through this process a few weeks ago and this is very helpful for anyone in that process. Just as an extra tip: even if tapered is the current standard, there are different "tapered" measurements, so making sure you have the correct headset for the fork you wanna mount is also a must or it simply won't fit.
That just happened to me, turns out my previous fork was a straight tube with an adapter to run into my tapered frame and when I tried to get a new headset for the new fork which was tapered, they weren't fitting because my frame was "the shorter" tapered standard 😅 you guys helped me to get the right headset, so thank you very much 😁👌
I upgraded budget forks to new budget forks and the difference is unreal. Got some RockShox recon silver on sale for just over £100. Riding trails is a joy again
I’m a huge supporter of The Stand! I literally subscribed just because I saw them in the background hahaha. All kidding aside, I really like the content being created. Keep up the good work.
4:08 why is there only 1 crown on that fox 40
Haha well that's because it's installed entirely incorrectly on purpose for a joke. We posted it on Instagram a while ago.
that is a monstrosity. End it's misery now!
I watched the older version of this last night
Can u make a Video about Headets and measurements?
And angle headsets, so if u want to make ur geo up to Date u dont have to pay for a new longer fork or else.
I need to replace the fork on a 2017 Diamondback Recoil 29er. I bought it from my neighbor a few months ago. Everything on it was trashed. I am about six weeks from turning 60. I am disabled with a spine injury... 🤕
I will only use it for exercise to help strengthen my back and legs. I have a very small budget. I'm trying to improve after 5 years of paralysis.
I can't even remember what a headset looks like. A video that explains what a "zero stack ahead 1⅛", is and how to replace the parts. Most important, I'd like to learn exactly which parts I need to order.
Oh. Thanks for the video. I just subscribed.
Solid Info as always. I’m a old school Sk8er that totally got obsessed with MTB so my knowledge is limited currently, I’m running Fox 36 performance f4 & Factory DPX 2 on my Devinci DJango. Sounds like I’m running to much travel on it. “ Engineers did plan for it🖖🏽”
Wouldn’t of know the Difference having to much FUN!!!
LETS GO!!✊🏼
Sk8 life ☠️🔥 Me too man just got one this year.
Old school skater and BMX racer.
MTB are crazy these days eh !
I just got some Fox factory 36. They’re longer travel and 29 taking a 27 wheel. Worst case ill run them a bit softer with vol spacers. It’s going to be awesome, change my mind.
Excellent video as always! I love learning more about bikes 🤘
im new to bikes, i bought a huffy and i wanted t upgrade de front suspention and handlebar, but my wheel has the axle built in, uhhhh what do i do?
I hope that’s a joke
You guys never disappoint! I’m looking into forks now for my new 2021 chisel chameleon frame!
Odd question: could I swap out my current 130 29er forks (with 27.5 wheel, 2.6 tyre) to a 150 27.5 fork (with 27.5 wheel, 2.6 tyre) ?? If axle to crown is very similar, only 3mm difference will it change to geometry very much?
Another thing, they said 9mm QR, when they meant 5mm QR. A 9mm QR is a standard that Fox stopped using 2 years ago. They had stopped using 5mm QR a long time ago. Whenever you see a cheaper modern bike with QR axles, it is probably the 5mm QR standard. I was confused a while ago, so I measured the QR axles on my road bike, and they were 5mm. I have an older mountain bike, that has a 9mm QR front axle, and a 5mm rear axle. I have never seen a 9mm QR used as a rear axle, but they probably exist somewhere. My friend's Marin Hawk Hill 1 has a 15 mm thru axle on the fork, but uses a 5mm skewer on the back in a bolt through dropout, in some weird combination thing to keep the cost down.
To clarify, the one they showed is a 5mm QR axle.
Are there fox 32 forks that have straight 1 1/8 steerer tube?
You "can" run a 29er fork for 27.5 frame but since the arch is taller, you lose about 20mm of possible travel per wheel-size.
Smaller the wheel, the more travel you get from the same axle-to-crown distance.
You can also upgrade your 26er with modern tapered fork but there are many things to consider.
If you have an older freeride bike that can use 200mm 26er fork with 570mm axle-to-crown, you can run a 160mm 29er.
If you are upgrading a 26er 20x110 DH to a 15x110 Boost you'll need a 5mm brake rotor spacer. Even though the axle width is the same, the designed distance from brake rotor to brake mount is 5mm wider on the 15x110 Boost spec. Also, you'd need to run something with torque cap compatible fork because the 26er 20x110's hub interface diameter is larger than what the 27.5-29er 15x110 hub.
Maybe your 26er came with 1.5" headtube - you'll need a reducer top or if it's already running straight 1 1/8 reducer top and bottom, you'll need a 1.5" bottom.
When you refer to "modern " bikes, what year would put a bike in the modern category? I have a 2015 Guant Revel 29er disc breaks. I'm looking upgrade the forks. Currently it has a SunTrust XCT 80mm fork. What would be a good replacement?
I would think it would come down to axle standards. Prior to 2012 most bikes had 10mmx100 Quick release front and rear. Around 2012 and later Rear axles went to I believe to 12mmx124mm through axles and 15x100 on the front. Around the time your bike was built it was the same 12x124 rear and went to 15x110 Boost front. Around 2018 it went to Boost standards for the front and rear. Along with these, steer tube standards would be 1/8-1/5 These standards would not necessarily be applicable to lower end bikes. If your bike was less than $2000 it would be wise not to go down the rabbit hole and the headache of playing the parts compatibility game, and just get a new updated rig.
Nice vid ... I wish everyone would time their videos like you guys 🤙🏽
I appreciate your chuckle at my sitution. I dont know if I should swap to new front wheel or what I have an old mtb but I converted it to an ebike. still a good frame.
I’ve unknowingly been waiting for a video like this!! Thanks guys
Changed from 2020 Fox 36 Performance to 2021 Lyrik Ultimate. Can’t believe how much better the Lyrik is, especially small bump.
8:44 YIKES!!! If your Quick release is tightened like that, consider taking a course in bicycle mechanics.
Just Installed a 2018 Pike 150RC On My Rocky Very Happy 😎
i have rockshox 35 gold in the 140mm i don’t know if i can upgrade because i’ve got a trek Roscoe 8 and the brakes are already inline with it and the suspension gap between the two tubes are quite far
Hi! My Trek Marlin 7 gen 3 size L have stock fork and this steer is 1.5" Tapered, 1-1/8" Aluminum, 1-1/8" Steel does it mean that all cone forks are compatible ? i was looking put ROCKSHOX 35 GOLD RL DEBONAIR BOOST 29" SUSPENSION FORK on my marlin 7 and Do I need a new rim or is there an adapter?
I have a new Trek Marlin 7 it came with a Rockshox Judy Coil spring fork, the steerer neck only takes an untapered fork so how do I upgrade when modern forks are tapered?
My bike is Rocky Mountain Fusion 10, headtube angle is 66.5, tapered,
QR ,...what can I upgrade the fork to? Would rockshox Judy gold work without changing the geometry?
160mm rockshox ultimate lyrik then bought from u guys the new 170mm air spring to put in thanks again will order again soon from u guys
hey I watched this video to learn about forks because I'm kind of rebuilding one of my bikes. I really got into mountain biking with a schwinn ascention 29 and recently I took everything off and I'm just putting new parts on because i like the frame. I would really like to put a fox 32 xc fork on it but it came stock with a straight steerer tube. However, the lower headset bearing cup is larger than the top bearing cup would a tapered head tube work with this frame?
Hello Worldwide Cyclery I have a Sr Suntour Xct 80mm of travel quick release, and I looking to upgrade the fork to a better one with 100mm would be enough any suggestions.
i have a 2018 GT Avalanche. 9 or 10mm QR. i use a DT swiss 350 with their 10mm QR axle. its great. i have a tapered full integrated head tube. i use a cane creek 44. headset. a rockshox recon tk gold 100mm. i an getting a fox 32 or 34, used. 3 to 4 hundred. fit float 3 position. all the bells n whistles. 120 to 140mm. it fits.
rake? ive been out of mtb'ing awhile now but im just trying to catch back up. is rake where the forks look bent back in some pictures? in an attempt to get the axel back under and inline with the steerer tube?
Thanks so much! Ill use this tips to upgrade my fork
im at the start seems like a great fucking vid W
Got a question! I have an older Recon TK Gold 100mm Solo Air, on a BMC Team Elite TE03 29er. I think its the 2013 Deore build.
I bought the bike used this spring for $350 and I'm hooked lol
The fork still works fine and I will service it soon. My mechanic said it's fine and was well kept, just needs a little love over the winter and it should feel like new :) Which I have no idea how it feels cuz I never rode new ones, but guessing just smoother and more sensitive overall.
I kind of know the levels of RockShox forks/what the names/numbers mean.
So for example, how much better/different is a new, entry level Judy TK Gold 100mm Solo Air, compared to what I already have? I don't really think it's a worthy upgrade, unless I go for a 120 mm travel one, which I'm afraid will mess up the geometry of the bike (which is already a bit old, from what I gathered watching so many videos on modern bikes lol)
Since I'm a noob, I'm planing on keeping the bike for at least a year or two more, it's nice for learning and for the type of trails and riding I have nearby, and I won't cry a lot if I break it lol
Already upgraded some crucial parts - mainly Shimano Deore BR-M6100 brakes (instead of the horrifying Avid Elixr 1s lol), new tires, flat pedals, 780 mm bars with 30 mm rise (instead of the 720 mm flat bars), and a new seat that actually fits my butt lol And also testing out a shorter, 50 mm stem (instead of the 75 mm).
I'm very happy with my bike, just wandered if it's a worthy upgrade to consider!
Thank you for the awesome content! xD
I was given a Specialized Expedition Sport Aluminum frame Bicycle with a solid front fork and was told that suspension forks were optional on those bikes , my fork is threaded one inch steerer tube , with V- Brakes , 26 inch wheels and Quick Releases and the Suspension forks that were optional were S R Suntour could I still get suspension forks for it ?
I’m running manitou forks on my e bike
Plus 1 on the maker’s mark! ❤️
Got here since I am looking for more information if I can upgrade my Trek Marlin 7 2021 fork from Rockshox Judy to Fox 32. Things I thought off to consider are the axle. Marlins have a QR skewer while Fox32 has a TA. 🤷🏻♂️
Qr was the worst, I had to buy a whole new front wheel
So I have an sb140 2020, with a fox performance 37mm offset. Would a factory fork with 44 offset completely change the ride????help I’m struggling to find the answers…love your work
What about buy forks for a bike that doesn't come factory with travel forks? I'm wanting to put travel fork on a cruiser
I have a 2012 Ibis Mojo and it came with Fox Talas 32 140mm travel. The fork went out and I am thinking of replacing it with a Fox 36 160mm travel along with upgrading the fork to a the coil conversion from smashpot. Let me know what you think. Thanks
Hi, I'm standing in front of my Giant roam disc 2 2021 and wondering if replacing a spring shock with an air shock is profitable. Will it bring more comfort, and what shock stroke to use, the same 63 mm as if I gave 80 mm?...
What is the longest travel fork i could get for a 1 1/18 threadless stem bike? (besides double crown downhill forks)
Just got a new scott aspect 940, and just realised it is not tapered, what are some modern xc forks that I can upgrade to, or any adapters I can use.
I am trying to upgrade my fork from a rockshox recon to a fox 36. I’m going from a 15mm/110 hub and trying to adapt to the fox which is 15mm 100. Any suggestions??
My hub is a shimano HB-MT410. Please help!
Excuse me, i want to ask about rearshock, my bike is using regular shock ( non trunnion ) and i want to use trunnion shock, can it?
I have a Diamondback Union 1 ebike. I want to upgrade to a suspension fork that isn't going to break the bank. Any suggestions?
im thinking to do a mullet setup
scott genius 27.5 750 2017. is it possible? what's the effect on the geometry?
Another fantastic very helpful video cheers Jeff absolute legend mate
Thanks!
I have a 170mm front/160 back suspension bike,i just bought a 190 zen,it works well but im thinking to change the airsprint to 180,the 190 is just a little bit big
Great video, I've been thinking about upgrading my Trek to disc brakes. Starting to think no.... eying brand new bikes and think ill just keep the Trek original retro. It was a great bike in its day.
fork travel vs axle to crown distance? If I find a higher travel fork with the same axle to crown distance, do I go for it?
same situation.. I would think A-C is much more important than travel but definitely need an expert to confirm this
Hi it says that you can use an adaptor for quick release axle's I have quick release axle's and I am looking to get the rockshox recon front fork. I think it has a different type of axle to my bike. If so what adaptor kits can I get.
Would you recommend a 1 1/8 to 1.5 headset adapter for a strait tube frame? My current bike has a straite tube, but i want to install a better fork, its definetly a capable frame. just curius as to what you guys think about that.
I have a Kona Lavadome with a Suntour XCR non-tapered. I’ve seen people convert frames into tapered when buying a new fork, is that possible?
I'm just getting into MTB's and bought a Cyrusher FR100, manufacture confirmed my dual crown forks are the 1-1/8 straight steer tube, 100mm QD axle, and 75mm caliper mount.
Can I change to a single crown fork with the same specs? Just many more options with reputable brands like FOX and Rockshox with single crown fork
hey, i have a marin rift zone 2 with 130mm travel should i be fine going to 140mm or should i stay the same? cheers
Hello
I have trek ds3 gen4 2022
It has Sr suntour nex 63travel.
Could you recommend me forks to upgrade??
Thank you
I recently purchased a mondraker summum pro team frame would my RockShox 35 good rl 29 150mm work on the frame geometry or I have to get 40 fork ?
+/- 20mm of what it says it's made for
Is the Debonair 2.1 compatible with the 2015 pike and would it make a big difference?
Hi I have a 2020 cube hard tail with a quick release axle but want to get new forks would I have to have an adapter or new wheels thank you
What do you think about changing from 51mm to 44mm offset and from 160mm to 170mm travel on a 2021 Specialized Turbo Levo bike?
I'm really not sure if I understood properly the offset explanation. I currently have a Rockshox Yari with a 51mm offset on my bike and I was planning on upgrading it to a Rockshox Zeb which is only being made in a 44mm offset (29'' wheels). If I buy the fork with a 44mm offset, is it really gonna change the feel of my entire bike and is it gonna be dangerous for my headtube ? The bike that I have is a Devinci Spartan NX 29 2019.
well i got a 180 mm rockshox yari rc on my spesialized pitch comb hardtail and its working more than fine for me
Well once I blow out the Rhythm 34 on my Stumpjumper I know what to get now 😂
But it has been a great fork for general trail riding.
what is the best fork for around $600-700 AU iv been looking everywhere plz help
if i buy a specialized trail bike 130mm travel can i upgrade to 160 or 180?
What is that hardtail frame, i love it
*I love your content sooo much!*
Thanks guy! The guy.
You're so welcome man thank you for the reply!!
I got a 2018 Fuji Nevada 1.7 29, what fork should I get with 100mm travel. The fork it came with had a warning that it was not mint for trail, I picked this up a couple years ago for around 500 dollars and I can upgrade but wife would be upset if I just replaced it.
I have a Swork front shock and I Want to swap to a fox36 but que shaft on the fox is thiker is there any way to do it???
My bike is a 2021 bike with a coil fork. Is it worth upgrading the fork since it is non tapered?
Probably not, if they didn't even put a tapered head tube and a adapter headset, the bike is probably not worth upgrading. You would be better off getting a new bike when you reach the limits of this one. Just wondering, what bike do you have?
No, just save up for a new bike
@@JustAGlitchFL I have a trek marlin 6. Saved up over the summer and bought that as my first ever mountain bike. I know which one I would buy if I got a new one- Nukeproof Scout 290, but I have no idea when I’ll have $1500 to spend on a new bike.
@@thepope9076 than get an affordable air fork like the judy, recon, raidon or epixon.
Hey thanks for the video, bike git stolen a couple of months ago and I recently got it back. They painted the whole bike, including the forks and the seals are full of paint and don't really travel anymore. So looks like I'm getting a new fork . There's lots more damage but this will get me going again
I bought a 2021 Rocky Mountain soul 20 I thought it was decently high end but it came with quick release axles Im confused because you said only old bike have that
Just bought the Rockshox Recon 29" on your Amazon store. Not really sure if the Giant Talon 4 2021 has a tapered or straight tube. Can you confirm that to me because the Rockshox Recon is for straight tube. I really appreciate your reply.
Love his Makers bottle on the shelf!!
Great video. How do I determine the “travel” of an older Giant mountain bike fork? Thanks!
Hello. I have trek fuel ex 5 2022.. front suspension RockShox Recon 140mm..
Trek recommended 150mm max..
Question:what's best 150mm front suspension...? Or I can go 160mm on it?
No
Just ordered the 38 Orange from yinz.
Hi ! Can i swap my fork on Roscoe 7 (2020) with a DT SWISS F535 one 130mm ? it seems good for me but im not sure about it. thanks
Howdy. I bought a Giant bike, with a huge frame, I think xxl, and a very bad fork. And I have to look for a better one. How do I know what fork I need? I have XCE
My biggest question is that can i put a 27.5 wheel in a 29 fork? cuz basically it should fit, just only look kinda ugly right? cuz of the tallness of the fork
Solid choice of fork !
Hi, I have a 2020 Cube Reaction Hybrid Pro Ebike with Suntour XCM 34 Boost fork with 100 mm travel. What equivalent fork can I buy to upgrade it to an air fork, nothing fancy, I just like a better one with 120 mm travel, please advise...thanks in advance:)
How do you find the offset for f the brand doesn’t specify????
I got Roscoe 7 2021, and I wanted to change my fork. What size of fork I can buy?
My bike (Polygon Xtrada 5) cost me $1000 new. What should I upgrade the fork to?