Dji avinox- Amflow

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Some people have mentioned Flex.

I think some of the feeling of flex out front comes from the stock bars and stem. The stem is pretty tiny and very light. I've been experimenting with different bars (Renthal / OneUp) and stems (Original, 42.5mm and a 50mm Burgtec) and feels a fair bit different.

I dont find flex to be an issue personally, however, the bike in my current build still isn't as quite as planted or doesn't feel quite as reassuring as something like the YT Decoy SN (despite them weighing a similar amount in my configuration).

The YT frame, weight distribution, as well as suspension design is very very good. Its a shame that the Fazua motor is no where near the DJI Avinox.

The reality is that Amflow was never sold/meant as a full on enduro bike - but it is definitely more capable than some might think.

Now put the DJI motor in something like this and take my money...

 

[DanMcDan]

If one wants to make it more enduro / downhill oriented, with a 170 38 fork on it, Mullet configuration with the flip chip and DH tyres it absolutely can handle a lot of technical DH style trails no problem. I've been riding it a fair bit recently and its actually proper capable.

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Couldn’t agree more Rob, I can’t understand how people are just repeating what some reviews have said without riding one themselves. I have done some crazy tech on Dartmoor along with occasional bikepark sessions on mine and had zero issues with the bike’s capabilities.

 

[DanMcDan]

Some people have mentioned Flex.

I think some of the feeling of flex out front comes from the stock bars and stem. The stem is pretty tiny and very light. I've been experimenting with different bars (Renthal / OneUp) and stems (Original, 42.5mm and a 50mm Burgtec) and feels a fair bit different.

I dont find flex to be an issue personally, however, the bike in my current build still isn't as planted or doesn't feel quite as reassuring as something like the YT Decoy SN (despite them weighing a similar amount in my configuration).

The YT frame, weight distribution, as well as suspension design is very very good. Its a shame that the Fazua motor is no where near the DJI Avinox.

Now put the DJI motor in something like this and take my money...

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Yes I have swapped out the cockpit for a oneup carbon and that made it a lot better.

 

[Bikedriver19]

If one wants to make it more enduro / downhill oriented, with a 170 38 fork on it, Mullet configuration with the flip chip and DH tyres it absolutely can handle a lot of technical DH style trails no problem. I've been riding it a fair bit recently and its actually proper capable.

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Nice! Curious, Did you ride it at all, with the 29 still on the back when you put the 170mm 38 up front? I would think that would give it more of an enduro feel, and more DH with the 27.5. Thinking of doing the same eventually.

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Couldn’t agree more Rob, I can’t understand how people are just repeating what some reviews have said without riding one themselves. I have done some crazy tech on Dartmoor along with occasional bikepark sessions on mine and had zero issues with the bike’s capabilities.

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That looks brilliant

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Nice! Curious, Did you ride it at all, with the 29 still on the back when you put the 170mm 38 up front? I would think that would give it more of an enduro feel, and more DH with the 27.5. Thinking of doing the same eventually.

Yes I did. Tried it only for a couple of rides but all worked fine.

Personally I like MX more now (I find I suffer from rear wheel but clearance on steeps with full 29, despite being tall) and if MX is an option whilst maintaining the geo I'll choose that

 

[DToX]

Is anyone willing to remove the screen and provide me some pictures and dimensions so I can create a gasket model to help with water ingress?

 

[Mikerb]

If you are referring to the controller in the top tube there is insufficient ledge to hold a loose gasket properly. Best bet is to use liquid gasket. If you apply that to the top tube and then smear a little grease on the mating surface of the controller before refixing the controller, the liquid gasket will set but not stick to the controller. So the controller can be removed if needed without destroying the gasket

 

[Biano44]

Has anyone done the update?

 

[Lightme]

It's a trend at a very peculiar moment for a very peculiar audience which is trail light/enduro or people who do not ride aggressively which is somehow people old enough to have tons of money and old enough to not send it too hard on trail.

That does not mean there is no exceptions.

As always and even more with all that media coverage, we should all agree on that DJI paid so much media, they were everywhere, it is the shiny kid in the block.

Bike is just good, great for some, at what it does and for sure shop are going to tell you they sell of lot of them to be able to sell a tons, this is also a perception that push people buying something when told it is a great choice as lots of them did the same.

As per volume, I agree that the market is collapsing, and it will be worst and worst, at least in Europe where we are poorer and poorer. We are not far in Europe to place huge taxes on everything that is not from our ground to avoid dying.

NB: can't wait to see the forbidden bike out there!

This is a rubbish post. Characterising people
Who buy the Amflow as fat, old rich people. In Australia, the Amflow is far less expensive, spec for spec, than Specialized, SC, Orbea etc. then you go on to say that you’re looking forward to the Forbidden bikes with this motor that will have the same or less (e-Druid?) travel than the Amflow and will cost more.

I too am looking forwards to those. However I guarantee you that Amflow riders can and do ride their “light trail” bikes down DH trails in a manner which would surprise you.

 

[Lightme]

Where ?

Are they queuing outside the AMFLOW stores ? Are Amflow shipping them in on 747s to meet demand ?

I'd also not believe everything bikeshops are saying with interest as well as they ain't going to say " oh no one is even asking about it".

Cut though the noise and look at how much actual user generated content is being posted on social media that is not reviews and sponsored content and it's minimal. It's a handful of videos and posts in the last few weeks.

Close to everything has been reviews that DJI have sponsored or bought.

Im not saying people are not incredibly interested in the bike and system and early adopters seem mostly happy but stop falling for the DJI hype train.
They are masters of marketing and building interest but that does not mean they are taking over anyone.

The amount of people even in the market for a £5k bike is not that large let alone what DJI is taking a slice of that.

I absolutely expect them to make an impact but it's not changing the world right now.

This is contrary to evidence. TBH it kind of sounds like similar logic climate change deniers use to discredit experts.

 

[Polar]

fat, old rich people

Nothing wrong with that

 

[Lightme]

Nothing wrong with that

Not at all. Though it is when using it as a pejorative.

 

[Polar]

Not at all. Though it is when using it as a pejorative.

GenX kids don't understand it's great to have worked hard for a long time got lots of experience and be able to enjoy life with whatever you prefer, they're jealous because they can't get it right away, this is mainly due to SoMe.

 

[Binhill1]

Not at all. Though it is when using it as a pejorative.

Had to Google that word. The young are the world's future remember. I'm not young by many many years .

 

[Binhill1]

GenX kids don't understand it's great to have worked hard for a long time got lots of experience and be able to enjoy life with whatever you prefer, they're jealous because they can't get it right away, this is mainly due to SoMe.

What scares me is the amount of young folk who wish they were retired . I don't ever remember thinking like that.

 

[RustyMTB]

What scares me is the amount of young folk who wish they were retired . I don't ever remember thinking like that.

Well, we built the world they live in & here, it precludes buying a house, gaining a degree without a mountain of debt round your neck, fat final salary pensions & all the rest of it. I'm inclined to cut the kids some slack, they have it harder than any generation since before the war.

 

[Binhill1]

Well, we built the world they live in & here, it precludes buying a house, gaining a degree without a mountain of debt round your neck, fat final salary pensions & all the rest of it. I'm inclined to cut the kids some slack, they have it harder than any generation since before the war.

I certainly agree i wouldn't want to be a youngster now the way the world is . But I wish everyone of them well.

 

[Mikerb]

It is a shame that younger generations have been encouraged to categorise other folk ...and yes often in a prejudicial way. I am 74 and often ride with my 40 year old son....on equal terms....both on emtbs. Oh and I am 70kg and apart from riding work out 3 times a week. Am I rich? In terms of money, yes and worked hard for 47 years for every penny. I am far richer however in terms of experience!!
Back to the Amflow.......it is certainly interesting but I am not an early adopter and my Whyte e160 RSX does all I could wish for so I will watch developments with interest but it is not a contender for me. Future options for me are the Whyte e lyte evo Stag works.....possibly further out a mgu equipped bike for adventure type rides.

 

[Mikerb]

I certainly agree i wouldn't want to be a youngster now the way the world is . But I wish everyone of them well.

I do not agree......for the majority of those following the trend and going to uni they gain no benefit...that is the harsh reality! I finished A levels at Grammar School...left home and got a job in London living in a bedsit .......choices were put money in the meter for warmth or buy food...not both. Yes housing in some areas is expensive.....but not everywhere so move...that's how I bought my first house......the mortgage and bills took all my money....so always had another job or made money fixing cars. No holidays...no pubs...no eating out.....for years. Most of my career I worked 6 days a week.
You set priorities and make choices and be prepared for sacrifices. Today is no different!!

 

[avman]

Hi had the bike almost a couple of months, not been able to use it due to injury but got out on new years eve. excellent bike will need to move some parts around to get it perfect, but its close out of the box.
really like the Hill hold feature, thought it had broken until i realized what was happening
Q. Has anyone used any magic shine lights on their AMflow yet, i have a set for a cx performance which work off battery. but was wondering if the AMflow bag would be ideal to sit a battery in it for night riding or ideally to use a cable to the 800w battery/motor? i can move the existing lights to my lads new YT decoy so no loss if need to purchase a new setup.

 

[Ou812]

What scares me is the amount of young folk who wish they were retired . I don't ever remember thinking like that.

I retired at 33, travelled around for 4 months before I got bored and started working again. I worked for another 7 years up till late 2020 before my wife moved me to Scotland. I’ve been a stay at home dad for the last few years since moving here and I’m desperate to get back to work.

 

[Polar]

Well, we built the world they live in & here, it precludes buying a house, gaining a degree without a mountain of debt round your neck, fat final salary pensions & all the rest of it. I'm inclined to cut the kids some slack, they have it harder than any generation since before the war.

They have it harder because they never learned to go uphill after birth so now they get KO to easy and that's the parents foult who wrapped them in cotton.

 

[Zimmerframe]

I thought this was the Amflow bike thread ??

If it continues as is then were only a few posts away from the thread suggesting that Vagina's became easier to exit and the title changing from Amflow to Amniotic fluid flow

 

[Lexle]

Back to topic please.. new App and update installed

 

[DanMcDan]

What’s the latest app changes?

Does adjusting the power settings actually do anything yet?

 

[Binhill1]

I retired at 33, travelled around for 4 months before I got bored and started working again. I worked for another 7 years up till late 2020 before my wife moved me to Scotland. I’ve been a stay at home dad for the last few years since moving here and I’m desperate to get back to work.

Retirement is not for everyone . I worked 110 days a year from 2005 till I retired in 2021 so used to plenty time off . £, shillings and pence is the factor for most folk. Enjoy

 

[Binhill1]

I thought this was the Amflow bike thread ??

If it continues as is then were only a few posts away from the thread suggesting that Vagina's became easier to exit and the title changing from Amflow to Amniotic fluid flow

Amflow was last years news , its history now .

 

[Bikedriver19]

Some people have mentioned Flex.

I think some of the feeling of flex out front comes from the stock bars and stem. The stem is pretty tiny and very light. I've been experimenting with different bars (Renthal / OneUp) and stems (Original, 42.5mm and a 50mm Burgtec) and feels a fair bit different.

I dont find flex to be an issue personally, however, the bike in my current build still isn't as quite as planted or doesn't feel quite as reassuring as something like the YT Decoy SN (despite them weighing a similar amount in my configuration).

The YT frame, weight distribution, as well as suspension design is very very good. Its a shame that the Fazua motor is no where near the DJI Avinox.

The reality is that Amflow was never sold/meant as a full on enduro bike - but it is definitely more capable than some might think.

Now put the DJI motor in something like this and take my money...

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I replaced the stem and bar on mine, and it feels pretty rock solid.

I also agree, put it in something like this...and they will take my money,..... again

The DJI system would be f-ing NUTS and sooooo sweet, on a bike like that.

 

[DToX]

If you are referring to the controller in the top tube there is insufficient ledge to hold a loose gasket properly. Best bet is to use liquid gasket. If you apply that to the top tube and then smear a little grease on the mating surface of the controller before refixing the controller, the liquid gasket will set but not stick to the controller. So the controller can be removed if needed without destroying the gasket

If I can get proper dimensions I can 3D print a mold to create a silicon gasket the fits between the lip of the display and the bike tube. I don't have one personally yet to determine if this is feasible which is why I am asking for better photos than what I can find online.

From the manual: