Hi from the Cotswolds!

[chrisg]

Hi All, so after two years of procrastinating over getting a ebike (haven’t had any form of MTB for over 10 years) I finally took the plundge and went for the Levo HT2019. Reason being I though it would be a good base to tweak over time so I can develop a riding style and replace components that are relevant for me. Ive been out of the MTB loop for some time. Since my early 20s (mid 30s now) and things have moved on so much and any knowledge i did have is very dated.

One thing I do need to sort straight away are the Forks! What utter crap the suntor ones are and they seriously let down a otherwise great starter bike.

What do people recommend I swap out to? What sort of throw can i go up and down from. 100? 140-150? Ive read that i should try and keep within original specs of 20mm?

I have been looking at the the Rockshox Reba RL 120 15x110 29 but finding any seams to be difficult. I’m keen to keep the fatty sizing so should I wish to drop down to a 27.5 wheel with 3” tyre i have that option in the future.

As a side note, i’m keen to meet up with anyone local who can show me some very beginner trails in the area. I live at the bottom of Coppers Hill in Gloucester (Cheese rolling nutters hill) and i would be great to get some guidance.

Looking forward to be an active part of the community.

Chris

 

[Moose]

Hi Chris,
I am in Leckhampton and happy to show you some lanes over the local hills. Usually 4 of us who head out over the weekend.
Ed

 

[chrisg]

Hi Chris,
I am in Leckhampton and happy to show you some lanes over the local hills. Usually 4 of us who head out over the weekend.
Ed

Awesome yes that would be great. We went out today and i must admit we got a bit frustrated as my geography has been largely based on where i’m used to walking. Which appears not to be compatable with mountain biking.

 

[chrisg]

My wife and I hitting the hills today. Great fun.

 

[Moose]

This was our ride this morning.
Relive 'Morning Ride'

 

[Kaelidoz]

Levo HT2019 is neat, very clean look.

Can't recommend what to swap it with but I agree any decent air forks will be miles ahead of that Suntour XCM. It's no pogo stick but it isn't great either and it's so heavy. I had one too!

You should ask that again in Q&A Questions and Answers

 

[Ron]

Hi All, so after two years of procrastinating over getting a ebike (haven’t had any form of MTB for over 10 years) I finally took the plundge and went for the Levo HT2019. Reason being I though it would be a good base to tweak over time so I can develop a riding style and replace components that are relevant for me. Ive been out of the MTB loop for some time. Since my early 20s (mid 30s now) and things have moved on so much and any knowledge i did have is very dated.

One thing I do need to sort straight away are the Forks! What utter crap the suntor ones are and they seriously let down a otherwise great starter bike.

What do people recommend I swap out to? What sort of throw can i go up and down from. 100? 140-150? Ive read that i should try and keep within original specs of 20mm?

I have been looking at the the Rockshox Reba RL 120 15x110 29 but finding any seams to be difficult. I’m keen to keep the fatty sizing so should I wish to drop down to a 27.5 wheel with 3” tyre i have that option in the future.

As a side note, i’m keen to meet up with anyone local who can show me some very beginner trails in the area. I live at the bottom of Coppers Hill in Gloucester (Cheese rolling nutters hill) and i would be great to get some guidance.

Looking forward to be an active part of the community.

Chris

First off, congratulations on getting a bike and getting out there. Love the photo of your wife and you riding together. My wife and I both just got our first EMTB and have been out Saturday and today getting familiar with our new bike. I’m about to post a couple photos
As far as equip, I’m not the guy to give expert advice. My understanding is that in order of quality major fork brands you have Fox, Rockshock and Suntour, Fox generally considered the better quality. Yes the are good other brands but they are not mainstream
The important thing is to get out and have fun