How do you go about this? my X2 on my enduros a 21, first had the squelching now it sounds clonky...
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How do you go about this? my X2 on my enduros a 21, first had the squelching now it sounds clonky...
tabbibus
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How long did it take?
jcmonty
Well-known member
Just google fox service request and fill out the form. They are replacing all X2 free of charge. Not sure for how long but they are owning up to issuesHow do you go about this? my X2 on my enduros a 21, first had the squelching now it sounds clonky...
jcmonty
Well-known member
About 3 weeks since I had to ship mine in first. They also didn’t have the size in stock since they were replacing about 50-60 units a day per the rep I chatted with . They may be quicker now
tabbibus
Member
Thank you. The form asks for the serial number or tune ID. So it seems I'll have to take the shock off to get to it, because I can't seem to find it. May be hidden behind the frame.
jcmonty
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It’s the four digit code on the reservoir at least on mine
OLDSCHOOLLAKESDHER
Member
Hi everyone.
I have a KSL 2021 carbon. I have a Dorado on the way, which I’ll run at 180. I have a 230x65mm CC Katsumi air at the rear, giving 183, so that should match up well.
Anyway, headset-wise, the dorados are 1 1/8 and of course the 38s are 1.5 at the bottom. I’ve got a Hope 1.5 - 1 1/8 reducer. Given that i can’t be bothered to actually strip the bike early and have a look for myself, could i ask the hive mind if i will be ok simply putting the Hope reducer in and tally ho? This is my 31st MTb and i still can’t quite recall where the bottom race comes from - does that come with the fork ?
If anyone could refresh me on what i need to buy, if anything, I’d be really grateful. TA
PS #admin is this in the right place, BTW?
I have a KSL 2021 carbon. I have a Dorado on the way, which I’ll run at 180. I have a 230x65mm CC Katsumi air at the rear, giving 183, so that should match up well.
Anyway, headset-wise, the dorados are 1 1/8 and of course the 38s are 1.5 at the bottom. I’ve got a Hope 1.5 - 1 1/8 reducer. Given that i can’t be bothered to actually strip the bike early and have a look for myself, could i ask the hive mind if i will be ok simply putting the Hope reducer in and tally ho? This is my 31st MTb and i still can’t quite recall where the bottom race comes from - does that come with the fork ?
If anyone could refresh me on what i need to buy, if anything, I’d be really grateful. TA
PS #admin is this in the right place, BTW?
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Geniusbiker
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@jcmonty Is this an "american exclusive" replacing or worldwide? My German dealers don´t know anything about this replacement. How did you get aware of this? Thanks!
George_KSL
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Dealer in my country (Slovakia, Slovkolex) just expensively serviced my X2, but didn't do (or even offer) any upgrade with the few internals.
And by "serviced" I mean it was squelching like bottle of shampoo already from the cavitation. Came back silent and well working.
But yeah, all these stories of service upgrades are always US/UK based.
And by "serviced" I mean it was squelching like bottle of shampoo already from the cavitation. Came back silent and well working.
But yeah, all these stories of service upgrades are always US/UK based.
Mine is in for warranty here in Australia, and the solution is replace with a 2024 unit if they have stock or install a 2024 shaft and seal kit and rebuild. Mine is receiving the latter. It won’t be ready for my Xmas mtb trip so they’re sending me another shock to use FOC, great service.
tabbibus
Member
I can't find the Tune ID. Is it blocked by the frame? Do I have to take the stupid shock out to find it?
Hi, you can run it with Full Travel. It dont change the Geo so bad like it does with a 40. and 65mm strocke gives you 177 but works fine together
Mcharza
E*POWAH BOSS
tabbibus
Member
Darn. Mine isn't. But I was able to find the serial number so used that. I have sent a service ticket to Fox. Now we wait.
tabbibus
Member
For me in the US they told me to send it in. I will send it in later in January as I have a trip coming up. We'll see what happens. To be fair, the squishing noices are getting louder.
Endurafrika
Member
I dont think I'd call it re-call. My X2 perf has been replaced with a factory X2 after Fox tried to fix it 4x within 10 months. Every time I got it back it was leaking again after a few rides. It cant handle the side load.
Much happier with the TTX and keeping the X2 as a spare.
Armeniandave
Active member
I contacted Fox here in America and they did say they are replacing it.
The guy on the phone said they are replacing all the ones sent in and
are a bit back logged. I already replaced mine with a 24' factory so when
I get this one I'll probably sell it.
The guy on the phone said they are replacing all the ones sent in and
are a bit back logged. I already replaced mine with a 24' factory so when
I get this one I'll probably sell it.
Mcharza
E*POWAH BOSS
If I change the brakes how long rear brake hose must be?
Or what size you have installed. The bike is a KSL S3
Or what size you have installed. The bike is a KSL S3
Redders473
Member
On my S4 i put a new 1700mm one on and trimmed probably 60mm off
dirt-diggler
New Member
For context I live in east England, the home of small hills, short runs, small bike parks and lots of jumps.
Today I rode my other bike (new model transition patrol, 27.5 all round, 180 zeb up front, single speed. Basically a park/uplift bike) since owning the kenevo SL. And annoyingly made me realise the patrol is much more fun to ride downhill, it's poppy and playful
Despite the 4kg or so weight difference I was wondering what I could do too bridge the gap? Set up wise they are very similar (on purpose).
Would it be ridiculous to try running the kenevo full 27.5?
Am I just being daft? They are different bikes I guess.
Today I rode my other bike (new model transition patrol, 27.5 all round, 180 zeb up front, single speed. Basically a park/uplift bike) since owning the kenevo SL. And annoyingly made me realise the patrol is much more fun to ride downhill, it's poppy and playful
Despite the 4kg or so weight difference I was wondering what I could do too bridge the gap? Set up wise they are very similar (on purpose).
Would it be ridiculous to try running the kenevo full 27.5?
Am I just being daft? They are different bikes I guess.
Geniusbiker
Member
Has anyone bought or ordered the new KSL "2"? It seems to me that it is really quiet at the "Kenevo SL2 front"... The thread here at EMTB when Rob introduced it seems to be dead, also in our German forums absolute silence.
I´m really excited to follow how this thing is going to sell...
I´m really excited to follow how this thing is going to sell...
sethimus
New Member
ordered a framekit. gonna build it with the same parts that are on my banshee titan right now (selva c, super deluxe coil rct, xt/deore drivetrain mix). need to order a new 230mm sdlc though. also ordered some 155mm cranks for the new bike. anyone interested in the 170mm carbon cranks and the kashima factory x2?
haven‘t yet decided if i should go mullet again or to go full 29er
George_KSL
Active member
Based on your name, I presume your KSL is already mulleted :- ) ? If not, then mullet is good part of possible solution.
Other is, how long have you had each? Every new bike feels much better. (novelty, freshly setup suspension, fresh tyres,...).
With that said, it will always be 20kg plushy linear tractor.
Nothing ridiculous about running KSL in 27.5. Get at least 180mm fork, ideally even 190 and you're set.
Poppy & Playful is quite often about suspension setup, rarely does linkage make such a dramatic difference people think. Coil with fast rebound and suddenly everything is poppy..
With that said, having multiple similar, overlapping bikes won't make you feel happier in my opinion. I intentionally keep only pump-track bike alongside my KSL. No overlap between them at all. No misery of choice & comparison for me :- )
fodmtb
Well-known member
I have KSL2 (2024) and love it. Despite shit UK weather at present, it's great and had no issues, so much fun.
I think people who have the older one actually going out and buying them is few and far between. The motor noise is quieter but it does creep up under real world load, spinning along a fire road is when it sounds quietest. This is based on my levo sl 2 feedback.
The Kenevo SL2 is still not on the Specialized US site. I don’t know if it’s possible to order one through a dealer at this point.
I imagine the lack of availability in one of the larger markets for this bike might be contributing to how quiet this thread is.
DrewBroadley
Member
I got the SL2 as the KSL2 was months away when I bough it - still due end of January potentially end of Februrary here (New Zealand)
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