thoughts on this bike?

avidtest · **Posted:** Sun Feb 12, 2012 6:59 pm

I'm thinking I'm going to pull the trigger on this bike tomorrow. I have a little nagging voice in the back of my head saying, 'this bike is too much for you. You like to pedal, and it's not going to pedal." On the other hand, I feel like I want something that will give me more confidence to try hitting a few more jumps and drops with some confidence. What do the DT Illuminati have to say about it?

IBIS Mojo Heavy Duty (HD) in Matte Black, LARGE

Fork - 2012 Fox Float Kashima 36 160mm RLC Fit
Shock - Fox DHX RC4 Coil
Wheels - Stan's Flow Rims, Hadley Hubs
Tires - Maxxis DHF EXO 2.5" Minions 2.35" HighRollers
Brakes - Shimano XTR Trail, 203mm Ice-Tech Front Rotor, 180mm Ice-Tech Rear Rotor
Cranks - Shimano XT
Chainring - MRP Podium 32 Tooth
Chainguide - MRP/IBIS Mini G
Rear Derailleur - Shimano XT
Shift Levers - Shimano XT
Cassette - Shimano XT 11-36
Headset - Chris King No Thread Set
Handlebar - Easton Haven Carbon
Grips - ODI/Troy Lee
Stem - Easton Haven 70mm
Seatpost - Easton Haven (Switch to a KS i950R adjustable seatpost for $150)
Saddle - Specialized Phenom

Red Hot Sloth · **Posted:** Sun Feb 12, 2012 7:12 pm

I have never ridden one, but... Out of everything I have read about the Mojo HD, nothing was ever mentioned about pedalling issues. Its supposed to retain its efficient pedaling, all the while kicking some major ass on the downs.
Having ridden with you, I think you would really dig this rig.

DWill · **Posted:** Sun Feb 12, 2012 7:16 pm

That is a beautiful bike with a great build.

avidtest · **Posted:** Sun Feb 12, 2012 7:22 pm

Thanks. I think it's just the coil and single chain ring that have me a little concerned. If I were building from scratch, I think I'd probably go w/ a PUSH'd Monarch air shock, and an XO 2x10 drive train. I've never even ridden a coil sprung bike.

Oh well, the price is close to right (relative to brand new), so if I hate it, I can probably get out from under it w/out losing my shirt.

DWill · **Posted:** Sun Feb 12, 2012 7:47 pm

avidtest wrote:

Thanks. I think it's just the coil and single chain ring that have me a little concerned. If I were building from scratch, I think I'd probably go w/ a PUSH'd Monarch air shock, and an XO 2x10 drive train. I've never even ridden a coil sprung bike.

Oh well, the price is close to right (relative to brand new), so if I hate it, I can probably get out from under it w/out losing my shirt.

Or, of the price is right you could change out the crank set and maybe the shock and be in good shape. That bike brand new.

motomonster85 · **Posted:** Sun Feb 12, 2012 10:08 pm

I have a '11 Giant Glory and I pedal the hell out of that thing. You should be well off on that bike. Looks sick! It will be a bit squishy though if you compare to whatever you ride right now

K2Brandon · **Posted:** Sun Feb 12, 2012 10:57 pm

BADASS!!!!! Get it! :bang:

FavoriteR · **Posted:** Sun Feb 12, 2012 11:06 pm

No need to think!!! Buy it!!! LOL

KIMO · **Posted:** Mon Feb 13, 2012 6:53 am

K2Brandon wrote:

BADASS!!!!! Get it! :bang:

I second that if you have the cash flow!! :cheers:

Salespunk · **Posted:** Mon Feb 13, 2012 9:17 am

I ride the same bike and it pedals really well. You should be able to pick up an RP23 fairly cheap or maybe they still have the stock shock. Single ring up front is easy to fix as well. Luckily it has the Float up front and not the Vanilla which would be much more expensive to fix.

My buddy rides the DHX coil on his HD and kicks my ass all over the climbs BTW.

Belizean · **Posted:** Mon Feb 13, 2012 9:49 am

KIMO wrote:

K2Brandon wrote:

BADASS!!!!! Get it! :bang:

I second that if you have the cash flow!! :cheers:

Third

do a few squats to build strength and off you go, that's an awesome build.

McLovin · **Posted:** Mon Feb 13, 2012 9:55 am

Looks killer, you'll love it!

qpcr8tiv · **Posted:** Mon Feb 13, 2012 7:20 pm

nice build. sell the RC4 and get a 2012 RP23 to match the fork. I've always been a proponent of running the same kind of suspension types in front and rear. You'll also drop the weight another 1.5 lbs.

avidtest · **Posted:** Mon Feb 13, 2012 8:33 pm

Well, it's done. Now I just need to find a F1 pit crew to help setup the suspension. Daunting to say the least.

I'm going to keep what I have for now and see how it goes. I'm about 195-200 lbs suited up, and the spring on the rear shock is 500lb. So, I think I probably would be better suited w/ a 450 lb spring?

That, some new flats and a dropper post and I'm set. Unfortunately, I probably won't have a chance to ride till next Monday. :crying:

his highness · **Posted:** Mon Feb 13, 2012 8:47 pm

Salespunk wrote:

Luckily it has the Float up front and not the Vanilla which would be much more expensive to fix.

the Float is air sprung and the Vanilla is coil sprung...so i dont get your ^ logic.

back to the OP, that is a bad ass bike....and you probably wont regret buying it.
if you need help with the suspension, i can help you set it up rather easily....but first i would do as others have mentioned and replace the rear with a Fox Air shock...it will definitely pedal better.

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