[ask/help] building my very first DJ bike

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setan13

Posted: Oct 6, 2011 at 19:03

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Dear all Djers,

i used to do XC,AM,FR, and DH and now its time for me to try DJ.

my main sport is actually DH but i see that DJ can help me maintain my handling and learn some tricks, which can apply in DH also..

since DJ and 4x is quite similar...i want to build a bike that compatible to use for both..

Here's what i already buy and something that i need you guys opinion to make decision

frame: i already bought KHS SJ300
fork: im in the middle of deciding whether i will use fox 831 or RS Argyle
Hub set: anything in particular i should after to fit both DJ and 4x..??
RIM: any specific feature for DJ and 4x..??
tire: no idea need specific detail (size..?)
Stem: no idea need specific detail
handlebar: no idea need specific detail
grip: no idea need specific detail
seatpost: no idea need specific detail
group set: im planning to use normal free hub so i can put cassette in there for 4x purpose. when i want to play dj, i can also use single gear with spacer to accommodate the normal hub. what do u guys think..??
chain guard: should i...??
breakset: i got my old slx, which should be enough. the question is should i have both break install or just the rear..??

heres my bulk question so far...sorry if its too long...i just want to put everything in 1 thread just in case any new comer want to have a look..

thanks in advance

saddle: no idea

setan13

Posted: Oct 7, 2011 at 6:39	Quote
Anyone can help me here....? Thanks in advance

brokenmike

Posted: Oct 7, 2011 at 8:19	Quote
i would recomend a 25.4 bar and stem over 31.8 check out bars and stems from ns deity mrkt.for rims i really like the spank tweet tweet rims they are strong and resonable weight.im not much help because i know nothing about 4x as far as bike setup and weight

setan13

Posted: Oct 7, 2011 at 15:21

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brokenmike wrote:

i would recomend a 25.4 bar and stem over 31.8 check out bars and stems from ns deity mrkt.for rims i really like the spank tweet tweet rims they are strong and resonable weight.im not much help because i know nothing about 4x as far as bike setup and weight

thanks so much for the help ^^...any other btw

ns-rogers98

Posted: Oct 9, 2011 at 9:15	Quote
NS trailmasters are very strong and light weight GET THEM

ns-rogers98

Posted: Oct 9, 2011 at 9:20	Quote
and for tires i would either go with kenda small block 8 or KHE mac 2 dirt but there kinda pricey also small block 8s are not good in rain and mud

ipsh4090

Posted: Oct 9, 2011 at 19:19

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I am building my first DJ also, here is my build list
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Frame: Da Bomb Trigger - 14" (7005 alloy double-butted TRUMPET tubing, I don't need steel frame, as I don't ride park)
Headset: Da Bomb Da Rection - 1.1/8"
Fork: Identiti Rebate XL Jump Fork 10mm ( Rigid at this moment as I am waiting the 2012 version of Marzocchi Dirt Jumper)

Stem: Kore Sweet 69 Stem 2011 - 50mm x 22.2mm x 1.1/8"
Bar: DMR Cro Mo Braced Wingbar - 22.2mm
Grips: Lizskinz Moab

Seatpost: DaBomb PSG1 + 31.4mm shim
Seat: DaBomb Mag
Seatclamp: Identiti QR

Crankset: DMR Cult Crank + Spin Ring 27T
Chain: Clarks half-link BMX
Pedals: Truvativ Hussefelt DH Flat

Brake sets: 160mm Avid Elixir 1 - IS mount, front & rear (need front brake for everyday riding)

F Wheel: DMR Comp Front Wheel 24" - 10mm Bolt Up
R Wheel: DMR Pro Rear Wheel 24" - 12T Singlespeed 10mm Axle

Tyres: DMR Moto RT Tyre - 24" x 2.4 Wire
Tubes: Schwalbe DH Tube - 24 x 2.1-3.0 Schrader

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ipsh4090

Posted: Oct 9, 2011 at 19:36	Quote
but I now realize building a DJ bike from sketch is costly, but I have started it already....so have to go along. If let me choose again, I would rather buy a completed bike then upgrade the parts. heard the following bikes are sweet: Identiti P66 DMR Reptoid

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