Oh man that is frustrating. I had a couple of niggly things to sort with this bike but once those were gone its been smooth sailing. Oh hot tip is to secure the bottom rubber bash guard better: Norco has used double sided tape/adhesive. I lost mine.
If you figure a way to secure it better...
I really like the Sprindex adjustable springs if you like to fine tune. In the end, for the VLT Range 2022 I liked a progressive spring by MRP the best. It is supple in the beginning of the stroke but ramps up to control bottom out better. Moving to progressive spring makes the suspension more...
I had this problem. I blow the both receiving and inserting ends of the plug with my compressor air. Magnetic dust and rocks get jammed in there and prevent good connection. I have a compressor in my garage to inflate tubeless tires, but I use it to blow out brake dust and dirt/water off the...
I have used Megneg on my commencal meta power 29 and it really worked out well. My buddy wanted to over fork his 2019 Turbo Levo to 170mm fork and I suggested to add a megneg to the shock to help balance the softer feel of the longer front travel. Its a great match. The 2019 doesn't have a very...
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manufacturers only put the MaxxGrip at the rear because they are wanting the DoubleDown or DH casing to protect the rear rim from landings on rocks or casing a double. It’s actually cheesy for them to place a cheaper single casing MaxxTerra in the front. Probably going for the single casing...
That is great input! I agree, ultimately it would be best to experiment to see what suits you best.
Never needed more grip? Have you never washed out a front tire before? Sounds like you are poor candidate for MaxxGrip and DH casings. However if you are curious I would encourage you to give...
It’s a good question. If you observe the pro DHers they would be all on DH casing 2.5” Assegai (or 2.5” DHF, Shorty for example) for the front. Tough casing to reduce the casing from squirming under high corner loads MaxxGrip for obvious reasons. If you are comparing a 2.5” exo to a 2.6” exo...
I think 150-160 is still quite versatile. I ordered a bike with 180 fork and 170mm rear however to try something different over my 2018 commencal meta power 29 (150/140mm stock: I over forked to 170mm tho). I do have access to fairly steep and chunky terrain.
I think whatever you buy for the front in the maxxis line up, make sure you get MaxxGrip compound if you are looking to have MaxxConfidence.
i do like the dissector for speed and skids but I think the DHR2 is a way better wet weather partner to the Assegai. DHR2 also drifts well and predictably...
Ah yes the RC2 or grip 2 damper is a great way to be able to turn down the High speed compression on demand. I too like it to run it soft most of the time. Before I spent the money on the damper upgrade I did get thinner fluid on my last rebuild to lighten the damping tune. I do prefer the...
I don't think the one-up bars will break. I think you should give them a go. I have had renthal carbon bars and other too which all transmit more impact to my hands and arms than the One up bars. I highly recommend them! A noticeable difference.
My buddy has both the spank vibrocore and the...
I wonder if this product will fit and if it will help reduce the knocking noise? Thoughts?
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H have been a big Michelin fan in the past. I loved their slow rebound compounds. comp 16 comp 28 The rockr 2 included. I got a few Michelin WG enduro front 2.4” 29er tires. Moderate weight at about 1000g. Tubeless was easy. Good casings. Great dry conditions grip. I hated them in the wet on...
Hey that is a very interesting question! Please let me know what you end up doing!
In the end, I decided not to spend anymore money on this E8000 motor equipped bike but to save it for the next new emtb! I already have two 504wh batteries. But I imagine this new 630wh option will be great for...