Is the Suntour XCM a good fork?

Is the Suntour XCM a good fork?

4.0 out of 5 stars Budget fork offering good quality, just don’t expect Rox Shocks and you’ll be satisfied. Great product at a budget price. I wasn’t expecting a top end fork at this price however I was pleasantly surprised with the quality and ride that this fork has.

What does XCT mean in MTB?

XCT (Cross Country Time Trial) is a race against the clock and only takes place during an XCS. XCR (Cross Country Relay) as the name says is a relay race, between teams that include a junior rider, an U23, a male and a woman elite racer. Each covers a single round on XCO track.

What is fork offset?

Fork offset — also known as rake — is the distance between the axle and a straight line through the head head tube. Offsetting the fork more (increasing offset) pushes the axle further in front of the head angle. Reducing the offset — which is what many bike designers are doing today — pulls the axle closer.

What does preload on a bike mean?

Preload is used to adjust the shock or spring to the correct range of operation within the suspension’s travel-more preload will raise the bike up on its suspension, keeping you near the top of its travel. With less preload, the bike sits lower and closer to the bottom of its suspension travel.

What can we expect from the 2013 XCM 29er Fork?

It doesn’t sit on the bottom of the list, as the XCT 29er opens the range with a lower price and a larger weight, therefore we are curious what can we expect from the 2013 XCM fork. In a direct comparison with the 26 inch models, our test subject doesn’t do as well, although the basic principle is identical, relying on a spring and elastomer.

What is the SunTour XCM v3-mlo 29?

For over 2 years now, Suntour introduced in the XCM range a model dedicated to 29er mountain bikes, so the Suntour XCM V3-MLO 29? is a entry-level fork for the big wheel off-road machines.

How long does it take for covid-19 to be delivered?

COVID-19: Delivery time310 to 15 working days to United States (change country) Bike24 Logo (landscape): PNG| SVG| AI| EPS

How much do the XCM shocks weigh?

Weight is what I would call a problem of the XCM, the 2.8 kilograms it weighs competing with the one of a double-crown downhill suspension fork, while performance is modest. Out of the stated 100mm travel, the shocks only cover 89mm.

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