Framed Ultimate Terrain Mountain Bike (Black)

chung_chang

Jul 3, 2022 1:48 PM

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chung_changJul 3, 2022 1:48 PM

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Quote from sabros

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I have had that happen with my bike's hydraulic brakes. Didn't know its true for mechanical spring loaded ones as well.

Edit: from prior comments it seems this on got hudraulic as well.

Yes, surprisingly at this price point! Still regret not buying it for my friend in need of an MTB. Mechanical disc brakes do not need the tabs.

Last edited by chung_chang July 3, 2022 at 09:10 AM.

hickorydickory21

Jul 3, 2022 3:27 PM

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hickorydickory21Jul 3, 2022 3:27 PM

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Quote from chung_chang

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Awesome! Save that tab. Whenever you need to remove the wheels (front or rear) to work on your bike, you should insert that tab back in. You don't want to accidentally squeeze the brake levers when you have the wheels off without that tab, or you'll need to use a flat head screwdriver to carefully spread the brake pads apart.

One more question. The rear chain doesn't seem to be on any of the gears. What is the best way to align this?

davinci73

Jul 3, 2022 3:29 PM

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davinci73Jul 3, 2022 3:29 PM

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Great price but man... their warehouse needs some improvements. Took over 3 days to just get it processed for Fedex pickup. This is why Amazon rules distribution. My order has been pushed to 7/11 for delivery from 7/6.

chung_chang

Jul 3, 2022 3:58 PM

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chung_changJul 3, 2022 3:58 PM

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Quote from hickorydickory21

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One more question. The rear chain doesn't seem to be on any of the gears. What is the best way to align this?

Start with these 2 videos and be patient:

How to Adjust a Front Derailleur [youtu.be]
How to Adjust a Rear Derailleur [youtu.be]

One main reason MTB/gravel riders upgrade to 1x (one by) drivetrain is to simplify the derailleur adjustments. This bike can be upgraded to 1x later, but would require upgrading the rear hub/wheel. There's nothing wrong with 3x drivetrain on this bike. In my opinion, 1x is more of a quality-of-life upgrade, others might tell you 1x also saves weight.

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JimBanville

Jul 3, 2022 4:43 PM

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JimBanvilleJul 3, 2022 4:43 PM

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My arrived in GA today. A couple holes in the box. Will assemble it later today.

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dusteraz

Jul 3, 2022 5:17 PM

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dusterazJul 3, 2022 5:17 PM

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Did anyone figure out the handlebar length?

CyanCarpenter738

Jul 3, 2022 7:29 PM

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CyanCarpenter738Jul 3, 2022 7:29 PM

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Quote from JimBanville

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My arrived in GA today. A couple holes in the box. Will assemble it later today.

Did your bike come with hydraulic or mechanical brakes?

ubthca11

Jul 3, 2022 8:10 PM

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ubthca11Jul 3, 2022 8:10 PM

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got both of mine yesterday, one 18 and one 20. seem pretty nice especially compared to my old craigslist mtbs. thanks op!

edubb11

Jul 3, 2022 8:35 PM

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edubb11Jul 3, 2022 8:35 PM

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I think my derailleur hanger is slightly bent from shipping so I ordered another one to have on hand for about $17 shipped. Here's a link to the hanger:

https://www.the-house.com/qfrrend...erailleurs

JimBanville

Jul 3, 2022 8:58 PM

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JimBanvilleJul 3, 2022 8:58 PM

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Quote from CyanCarpenter738

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Did your bike come with hydraulic or mechanical brakes?

EDIT: says Mineral Oil on the brake lever.

Last edited by JimBanville July 3, 2022 at 02:45 PM.

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JimBanville

Jul 3, 2022 9:01 PM

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JimBanvilleJul 3, 2022 9:01 PM

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Just finished putting my bike together and rode around a bit. Derailleur definitely needs adjusting. Making gear noise. Bars are too wide for me. Sadly, while I'm 5-9, the frame is a little too big. Standing over the bar, my junk definitely has to be on either side of the bar. Rats. I ordered the 18" which was model # 742420. Oh...and for those that care either way, no kickstand of any kind. And I guess the front suspension needs adjusting. Way too soft out of the box. There is a very small dent underneath the bottom bar. Must be from shipping. I wish the bike had come in silver. The black paint is easy to scuff.

Last edited by JimBanville July 3, 2022 at 02:15 PM.

s2000fsu

Jul 3, 2022 9:03 PM

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s2000fsuJul 3, 2022 9:03 PM

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Mine seems to be hydraulic brakes as it has a place for mineral oil near the brake lever on the handlebar.

edubb11

Jul 3, 2022 9:07 PM

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edubb11Jul 3, 2022 9:07 PM

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Quote from s2000fsu

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Mine seems to be hydraulic brakes as it has a place for mineral oil near the brake lever on the handlebar.

This is exactly right. The brake lever reads "MINERAL OIL" in between 2 screws.

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supernoman

Jul 4, 2022 12:03 AM

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supernomanJul 4, 2022 12:03 AM

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Got home and saw delivery. It has huge holes on one side. Peaked in and see bent disc brake. Sigh. What should I do? I haven't opened to see the rest of it.

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chung_chang

Jul 4, 2022 12:07 AM

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chung_changJul 4, 2022 12:07 AM

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Quote from supernoman

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Got home and saw delivery. It has huge holes on one side. Peaked in and see bent disc brake. Sigh. What should I do? I haven't opened to see the rest of it.

Not sure how the warranty works. But if you need to pay shipping, it would be cheaper to just replace the disc yourself. Discs on budget bikes like this are dirt cheap and easy to replace, assuming only disc(s) are damaged and nothing else.

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