Axelnose
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Man, my confidence on this thing is getting better and better. Time to get a another full face helmet since my meta parachute tension system shat itself.
Hi maramouse, bike looks great. Had my VLT for 9 months and just fitted the Factory Grip 2, just wondering how the Fox dhx2 is going? and what size did you put on?suspension upgrade:
fork Fox 36 float grip2 170 factory 2020
shock Fox dhx2 2 position, used, disassembled from knolly fugitive lt with nukeproof light spring 450lb
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bike looks great. Had my VLT for 9 months and just fitted the Factory Grip 2, just wondering how the Fox dhx2 is going? and what size did you put on?
thanks for the response, yep it's easy for the $$ to add up, doh this so addictive. I was thinking the MRP Progressive Spring would work well - MRP Progressive Springs more $$ and as I am still a newbie not sure if I would notice the difference. Starting to ride and enjoy the jump style trails in Oz more and notice I've bottomed out the shock on a few I've tried adding more pressure. ThoughI've still got the original 0.4 spacer in though, logic says try a bigger spacer.Hi Hadz, the measurement of the dhx2 is 185x55 trunnion, rear-end on the vlt sight is linear, the system is designed for air shock and therefore I had to make a tuning from a specialist who made the dhx2 more progressive, otherwise, also with harder springs, I used all the suspension, even on small jumps.
Now it is very good, but it has cost so much money
I had the same problem when I pool it my dhx2 coil on my VLT, blew thru travel even with a heavier spring and compression cranked. I purchased a mrp progressive coil (550/650) for my 190lb weight and couldn't be happier with the results. supple off top but as the coil gets to about 80% travel there's a sweet spot of extra cushion. almost feels like my evil wreckoning a bit. so much better than stock dpx2 shock.
Still without the bike 3 weeks and counting.... one downside to nobody having them here is that no bike shop knows about any issues! Shimano have looked and it and determined the motor is fine, i.e. not a shimano issue, my money is still on the charge port. Now waiting on Norco apparently....I spoke too soon! Went for a ride today got 10 km's in the dreaded stop. Then started again on for a few more km's stop...climb for a bit no assistance ...uuggghhh.. start again, stop again, start again, then finally a E020 error nothing doing. Then after I get back home try starting again E010 error, left it for a while now nothing at all! Bugger!
They sure are. I’m exactly the same height as you and I’m always in between L and XL. It depends on the riding and trails each person does I think. Some days I wish it had a longer wheelbase/ reach and other days it feels spot on ? I almost bought the Meta Power because it was a fair bit longer but I’m glad I didn’t. The L Norco feels so playful but plenty stable on the fast stuff. New models will be available in alloy and in xl too. I’m in a position atm where I can sell my bike to a mate and buy the new Merida 8000 in XL and not lose hardley any money but I’ll take one for a spin first to see if it’s worth it. I think bikes are getting so long/slack nowadays that they are becoming boring to ride on single track now and are more groomed towards bike parks. I want a bike that still has that normal bike feel and is poppy and not just ‘planted’. I really think Norco achieved that w this thing.I wonder if Norco have plans for an XL frame? I loved the bike when I rode it but at 185cm I’d prefer a larger frame unfortunately
Hey mate. I had the same issue. Opened up the charger port and there was some water in there (must have gotten in here when I washed it). I used some contact cleaner and an air compressor and blew it all out and haven’t had an issue since. Yours must have caused some corrosion or gone in a bit further. But I’d say you’re right in saying it’s the charger port.Still without the bike 3 weeks and counting.... one downside to nobody having them here is that no bike shop knows about any issues! Shimano have looked and it and determined the motor is fine, i.e. not a shimano issue, my money is still on the charge port. Now waiting on Norco apparently....
keen to hear the ride report ?
Finally got bike back today, they replaced the cable harness which seems to have fixed the problem, time will tell! Fingers crossed been missing riding it!Hey mate. I had the same issue. Opened up the charger port and there was some water in there (must have gotten in here when I washed it). I used some contact cleaner and an air compressor and blew it all out and haven’t had an issue since. Yours must have caused some corrosion or gone in a bit further. But I’d say you’re right in saying it’s the charger port.
Sorry mate I didn’t see your post until now ?they are amazing. I’ve had all tyres at some stage or another on my bikes from 2.2-2” to 3” on my old stumpy fatty.How do you find those Michelin's Axel?
No probs thanks for the detailed review my DHF/DHR are looking a bit secondhand might give these a whirl.Sorry mate I didn’t see your post until now ?they are amazing.
If the Michelin are good enough for Sam Hill they are good enough for me ?I think Eddy Current rear 27,5x2,60 could be a good option too
I rode both and I like the sight better because of battery and fun the decoy is great with great specs but that 500wh battery kills everythingHas any of you Slight owners ridden a Decoy? I would like to see a comparison of the 2 bikes by someone who has actually ridden both.
How much do you want to make me one for? lol I have the VLT2 and I get nothing but chain drops and it’s annoying let me know what chainring size your using and I can purchase one as well
Sexy beast !!
Beside the fork, what else have you changed?
The rear shock to DVO as well and Shimano Zee DH BrakesBeside the fork, what else have you changed?
It's pretty easy to make, just folded flat alloy, drilled countersunk hole. Used concrete anchor to fit into pivot bolt with countersunk style head.How much do you want to make me one for? lol I have the VLT2 and I get nothing but chain drops and it’s annoying let me know what chainring size your using and I can purchase one as well
Damn That fork really pops. How is the shock going comparing to the stock one? I’ve owned a diamond before and loved that but never one of their shocks. Is it shock size too?
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