2023 Orbea Wild

[DrDexx]

Sorry, I'm sure this has been asked before but I have recently picked up a Wild size medium 2024 model. Can anyone tell me if this particular shock fits the frame. It's a 205x65 Rock Shox Super Deluxe Coil Select R or would I be better off going with a Fox DHX2?

Also, in terms of spring rate, I am 76kg on a good day, is a 450lb spring the way to go?

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Not too sure if that one will fit, Someone on here will know. I use a DHX2 and that fits fine.


I've used the below from TF Tuned for years for calculating spring rate, and its always done me good.

Spring Calculator - TF Tuned

Spring Calculator - TF Tuned are experts in mountain bike and bicycle suspension service and repair, including setting-up the for you and your bike

www.tftuned.com

For reference, I'm around 100KG and use a 475lb (sometimes 500lbs) spring.

 

[curious_george]

Not too sure if that one will fit, Someone on here will know. I use a DHX2 and that fits fine.


I've used the below from TF Tuned for years for calculating spring rate, and its always done me good.

Spring Calculator - TF Tuned

Spring Calculator - TF Tuned are experts in mountain bike and bicycle suspension service and repair, including setting-up the for you and your bike

www.tftuned.com

For reference, I'm around 100KG and use a 475lb (sometimes 500lbs) spring.

Perfect, thank you. The fox sounds like a safer bet.

 

[ScubaDrunk]

Not too sure if that one will fit, Someone on here will know. I use a DHX2 and that fits fine.


I've used the below from TF Tuned for years for calculating spring rate, and its always done me good.

Spring Calculator - TF Tuned

Spring Calculator - TF Tuned are experts in mountain bike and bicycle suspension service and repair, including setting-up the for you and your bike

www.tftuned.com

For reference, I'm around 100KG and use a 475lb (sometimes 500lbs) spring.

So am i hearing this right?

A Fox DHX2 will fit on a 2023 Wild without any modification needed?

 

[DrDexx]

So am i hearing this right?

A Fox DHX2 will fit on a 2023 Wild without any modification needed?

Yes, maybe on a small frame there might be an issue. But on my XL there is loads of room.

 

[ScubaDrunk]

Yes, maybe on a small frame there might be an issue. But on my XL there is loads of room.

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Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. Thats awesome to know.

What size did you go for out of interest? I also run a 2023 Wild XL, so keen to purchase the right size.

When I emailed Orbea, they replied with the default NO it would not be compatible.

Thanks again

 

[DrDexx]

Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. Thats awesome to know.

What size did you go for out of interest? I also run a 2023 Wild XL, so keen to purchase the right size.

When I emailed Orbea, they replied with the default NO it would not be compatible.

Thanks again

The shock will have to be 205mmx65mm trunnion mount.

Yeah Orbea are not very helpful at times!

 

[ScubaDrunk]

The shock will have to be 205mmx65mm trunnion mount.

Yeah Orbea are not very helpful at times!

Strange - Fox don't list a 205mmx65mm trunnion DHX or DHX2 on thier website for purchase?????

 

[DrDexx]

Strange - Fox don't list a 205mmx65mm trunnion DHX or DHX2 on thier website for purchase?????

FOX DHX2 Performance Elite Adjustable Shock - 205 x 65 Trunnion

FOX DHX2 Performance Elite Adjustable Shock - 205 x 65 Trunnion Take on rough trails and demanding downhill courses with the FOX DHX2 Elite Adjustable Shock. Designed for exceptional control and responsiveness, this high-performance shock is ideal for aggressive riders looking to push their...

sportandleisure.com

Here a performance elite one.

You can also get a 205x60mm trunion and remove the stroke reducing spacers. It's a very easy job, you don't need to take the shock apart.

Like this

 

[ScubaDrunk]

FOX DHX2 Performance Elite Adjustable Shock - 205 x 65 Trunnion

FOX DHX2 Performance Elite Adjustable Shock - 205 x 65 Trunnion Take on rough trails and demanding downhill courses with the FOX DHX2 Elite Adjustable Shock. Designed for exceptional control and responsiveness, this high-performance shock is ideal for aggressive riders looking to push their...

sportandleisure.com

Here a performance elite one.

You can also get a 205x60mm trunion and remove the stroke reducing spacers. It's a very easy job, you don't need to take the shock apart.

Like this

Thanks again. Really appreciate your replies and help.

Yeah I just spoke with Sport and Leisure and the Elite is the version that comes on pre-built bikes so all good with that,

Cheers

 

[DrDexx]

Thanks again. Really appreciate your replies and help.

Yeah I just spoke with Sport and Leisure and the Elite is the version that comes on pre-built bikes so all good with that,

Cheers

Yeah, I think the only thing that one doesn't have is the lock out, which to be honest, is pointless on a ebike.

Enjoy!