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Kingdom Bike Announces Vendetta XFS Titanium Trail Bike

Mar 2, 2018
by KINGDOM Bike  
Kingdom Bike Vendetta

PRESS RELEASE: Kingdom Bike

Titanium mountain bikes are what Kingdom Bike has produced for the past 10 years - nothing else. Thats a solid 10 years of experience designing hardcore mountain bikes around one single medium - Titanium.

We've learned a few tricks along the way which directly equates to cost savings. We're proud to be sharing those tricks with you. Our Vendetta X2 Hardtail was our initial foray into this concept, we're doing it again - but now its on our full suspension platform. The Vendetta XFS is the logical progression for our suspension platform and range of bikes. It’s been secretly under development for the last year and a half and it’s now a design we’re happy to launch to the world.

The Vendetta XFS combines the best features from our race proven Hex and Switch frames and incorporates them with the look, geometry and clean lines of the Vendetta X2.

Kingdom Bike Vendetta
We've got a new mantra at Kingdom Bike: We only make Vendettas

The Vendetta XFS has 143mm of travel with a suspension platform that mirrors the Hex, dual linkage fabricated from high-quality 7075 alloy CNC links.

The rear triangle features our signature CNC titanium yoke and symmetrical tubing system from the Switch, but that’s lighter with improved tyre clearance and extra stiffness.

Features

• Handmade from certified aerospace grade Ti-3AL-2.5V
• Frame: 3.15kgs - Complete bike: 12.9kgs
• Recommended fork: 140-150mm
• Rear travel: 143mm (shock: 200mm x 57mm)
• Max rear tyre: 27.5x2.6 (some brands 2.8 tyres will fit)
• Slippery gold coated pivot bolts and titanium shock hardware
• 31.6 Seatpost: routing for stealth dropper
• Gear and brake routing - external alloy bolt-on guides
• Straight head tube S.H.I.S. 44 - 44
• Threaded bottom bracket: 73mm
• 1x10, 1x11 or 1x12
• Rear 148x12
• Water bottle mounts
• Replaceable 7075 alloy dropouts
• Limited lifetime warranty
• Crash/repair warranty

Kingdom Bike Vendetta
The Vendetta XFS has new features like our CNC seat stay shock mounting system, bolt on alloy cable guides and we've added water bottle mounts.

Kingdom Bike Vendetta
Like its hardtail cousin the Vendetta X2, we have removed some of the expensive parts like the tapered head tube and rear post mount brakes so we can offer this frame at an amazing price.

Kingdom Bike Vendetta

Kingdom Bike Vendetta

Pricing

• For the month of March the Vendetta XFS (frame only) will be 1999 Euros. Pricing will level out to RRP after the month of May.
• An additional 300 Euros includes the Cane Creek Shock of your choice [update: this originally read 250 euros, but has been corrected to 300 euros]
• An additional 999 Euros gets you a Cane Creek Helm (air or coil) and Cane Creek rear shock of your choice.
*note that we can also add wheels to your build: choose from the finest wheels provided by either Sixth Element or Industry Nine

Kingdom Bike demos are available in the UK and Los Angeles, California. More information at kingdombike.com.

Kingdom Bike Vendetta

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190 Comments
  • 117 10
 Cool! a titanium banshee!
  • 10 0
 That was my first thought!
  • 7 0
 I was thinking Cove for some reason. Dope looking bike though.
  • 54 1
 Don't Rune their press release with your baseless comparisons.
  • 9 2
 Don't banshee it till you try it!
  • 2 0
 Now Keith has a shock layout to fit a bottle cage on the spitfire which i think is the only revision that bike needs.
  • 2 0
 When I saw the paint in the last photo, I thought of Nicolai. If I had the money, I'd definitely buy this one.
  • 3 9
flag Boardlife69 (Mar 3, 2018 at 13:33) (Below Threshold)
 Well it hits my G-Spot because now I have a titanium boner and a certain look in my eyes. #dirtythoughts
  • 10 5
 @Boardlife69: your moms a hooker
  • 1 0
 @Zuman: Spitfire on your revision, it keep the shock down and beer in the bag
  • 4 4
 @ViceGrips: actually she's a crack whore. But one day she hopes to clean her act up and be a hooker, which is a more respectable position. But thanks for the encouraging words.
  • 1 0
 Some executive at Merlin just laid an egg.
  • 1 0
 @ViceGrips: I see what you did there.
  • 1 0
 HAHAH! #truth
appears to be longer bike than Spitfire/Rune all the way around, including chainstay so maybe not as playful as Banshee. Would be ridiculous fun to take for a spin & see how it charges
  • 58 3
 that is a beautiful bike.
  • 10 1
 I've always wanted a ti-suspension bike. And it's almost tax return season!
  • 11 3
 @bishopsmike: tax return..you've been giving em a free loan and not paying yourself interest?
  • 20 0
 @jrocksdh: while i understand that argument entirely, i would almost say i find more value in having that money dropped on me all at once. mentally it makes big purchases easier to swallow. (i might be an engineer but i am not always the brightest, i suppose)
  • 3 1
 @jrocksdh: exactly. Europe...
  • 24 5
 IT HAS WATER BOTTLE MOUNTS!!!!!! EVERYONE MUST BUY THIS BIKE AT ONCE!!! lol lol lol
  • 32 2
 It's under the down tube which for many(including myself) is as bad is not having one at all..
  • 20 1
 Geometry is as spot on as the looks. This is a really appealing bike.
And Ti priced cheaper than stanton’s new steel FS
  • 8 0
 Cheaper than most carbon and some aluminum frames as well!
  • 8 4
 Really. What alu frame is more than 2k without a shock ? @hamncheez:
  • 2 1
 And all the bikes ride so well!? Like you say, tested and proven geometry. Spot on, especially for UK.
  • 11 0
 @poah: Pole Evolink
  • 7 1
 @poah: Canfield, NS, Foes, Pole, Liteville, Commencal, Morpheus, Guerilla Gravity, Cotic, Banshee, and many more. High end aluminum bikes are rad for the most part. I ride a few and like that my bike didn't come from a mold.
Titanium is simply one step beyond carbon. You have to be more creative to get a sexy and functional bike.
  • 6 7
 @Camdo: its not most though is it. even a SC alu frame is under 2k with a shock. the new transitions are under 2k with shock.
  • 5 11
flag poah (Mar 3, 2018 at 10:44) (Below Threshold)
 @b1k35c13nt15t: titanium was popular when alu bikes were expensive to be lighter than steel. that bike isn't sexy
  • 2 1
 @poah: Oh come on! $1,950 is the same as $2k.
  • 2 2
 What bike is 1950? Trannies are 1850 with a shock and if you wait for you’ll get them for 1400 in a sale. That to bike will never be in a sale and is 2300 with a crap shock. @Poulsbojohnny:
  • 2 0
 @poah: he said some... I agree cheaper than almost all descent carbon frames and many high end aluminum frames
  • 1 0
 @Camdo: Pole includes the shock.
  • 2 0
 @poah: Specialized has a rigid alu frame for $2800. Aluminum for $1000 a lb. "Hey man, they got R&D" ha ha..
  • 12 0
 Spent a few days in Tenerife with Kingdom Bike a couple of weeks ago along with Lavatrax who have a fleet of Kingdom bikes for hire. We had the chance to ride a Hex, Switch & the new Vendetta XFS. I own a Hex & absolutely love it but the Vendetta XFS with the cane creek Coil Shock & Helm Coil fork combo was outstanding. Highly recommend one if you’re shopping for a Ti full suss, their customer service is second to none as well. Seriously, what other bike manufacturers contact you to see if you want new bearings sending out, for free!!!
  • 13 1
 I was pooping the other day and was thinking that someone should build a reasonably priced ti bike with modern geo. Well done!
  • 11 0
 Although many mountainbikers have titanium in their body they even wish more of it. Why? Because it's beautiful!!!
  • 4 0
 I have titanium in my left arm. I've never seen it in the flesh. Frown
But I have a nice X-RAY of it!
  • 1 0
 @Poulsbojohnny: Right elbow and left knee. The weirdest was when I was leaning against something hot and the screw in my elbow got hot and conducted the heat into the middle of the bone!
  • 7 0
 hi everyone, just wanted to post a correction. The additional Cane Creek rear shock is actually 300 Euros extra, not the 250 as stated. Our bad for the typo.
  • 2 2
 And are you sure about the replaceable dropouts? Because they sure don't like replaceable...
  • 9 0
 @kornbrot: they are indeed replaceable dropouts.
  • 5 0
 That's been updated, cheers.
  • 4 1
 Can you guys punch ledude in the leg for me when you see him next? Oh and yell "Whattheheel rules!!!!"
  • 1 1
 Hello, are you going to produce a bike at 170-180mm suspension travel range?
  • 2 0
 @whattheheel: dont ask someone else to do your dirty work heel...come to los Angeles with @sterlingmagnum in April. We can have 3 man awkward hug...post to instragram for posterity (good marketing material)
  • 2 0
 Fine. But if I get shot I am going to be pissed!!!
  • 1 2
 @kornbrot: I concur. Look non-replacebale to me. Close-up pic needed.
  • 1 1
 @whattheheel: ain't no one going to shoot you white boy Smile
  • 1 1
 @ledude: I am from the streets bitch! So torn tho, do I rep crip bro's or bloods bro's?
  • 3 0
 @whattheheel: u ain't nuttin but a studio gangster.
  • 1 0
 @ledude: I was dragged into this because??????

That Black & Gold job might be my new favorite looking machine... its amazelizles
  • 1 0
 I blame your hug hands...
  • 1 0
 @sterlingmagnum: cuz we love you ????
  • 1 0
 @ledude: juss check’n
  • 2 0
 @chrisingrassia: they are...look at the details of the Vendetta X2 on the website. Same. It’s a small a very neat dropout that sits behind.
  • 4 0
 @gbcarmona: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/5247/products/Dropout_VendettaX2.jpg?v=1509544302
Replaceable derailleur hanger? yes. dropout? no.
  • 1 0
 @KingdomBike: Are you sure you don't mean replaceable derailleur hanger? Because that dropout sure looks welded on and you dont offer spare dropouts for the vendetta, only derailleur hangers...
  • 1 0
 @gbcarmona: The Vendetta X2 doesn't have replacable dropouts. Only the mech hanger. It's the std or LS Vendetta's that have replacable dropouts.
  • 1 0
 @kornbrot: kingdombike.com/collections/kingdom/products/replaceable-rear-dropout
  • 4 0
 @TheElectricGhost @kombrot Yes, of course...my bad...mis-read that!? i should know myself well since I've got both Hex LS and X2. doh
  • 15 8
 If only it had 29" wheels.....
  • 6 1
 Keep your eyes opened and it will come soon!
  • 10 2
 It's crazy that all bikes without 29" wheels look disproportionate to me now. But yeah, a wagon-wheeled version would be very interesting.
  • 16 2
 @jon-boy @brianpark: a 29 version is en route...keep your eyes peels folks, we love big wheels too
  • 9 0
 @KingdomBike: If the 29er comes out soon, I will sell both my bikes and order it immediately.
  • 2 0
 @hamncheez: Definitely my thoughts!
  • 2 0
 at least on the front...
  • 2 0
 @hamncheez:

Do it hammy! Then I’ll come take a look. Not much better than ti done right.
  • 3 0
 @hamncheez: I'll hold you to that...
  • 2 0
 @colemanb: You beat me to it. You take one, I take the other. Big Grin
  • 3 0
 @brianpark: Review this bike.
  • 2 0
 @colemanb @WasatchEnduro if it comes out, I'm starting a gofundme and I expect some donations from you two
  • 1 0
 @hamncheez:

Done.
  • 1 0
 @brianpark: I think the deep section carbon wheels matching the tires add to that effect here. I thought it was 27.5+ at first.
  • 9 2
 This bike is sick to the titstanium!
  • 7 4
 “We've learned a few tricks along the way which directly equates to cost savings. We're proud to be sharing those tricks with you”

What are those tricks? Did I miss this in the release?

Thanks
  • 12 1
 Read the article about the Vendetta X2 on the brand’s website and you will understand how they have managed to produce a frame in a more cost effective way so that more people can try these awesome bikes!? You also get for free the best customer service!
  • 4 0
 One of their captions says "we have removed some of the expensive parts like the tapered head tube and rear post mount brakes so we can offer this frame at an amazing price." We'd be interested to hear more on this...
  • 34 1
 @brianpark: Hi Brian - our 44mm Ti headtubes are regular stock straight tubing versus a tapered 44/56 headtube which a 100% CNCed affair. The dropouts have also been replaced with a Breezer style versus our custom CNCed dropouts..all cable routing is now external (except the dropper, its still stealth).

The rest of the cost savings is done through a refinement of our mfg process that we've been working on with this frame design that has been in development since our Hex and Switch frames have been in play.

We really felt it important to bring to market a viable Titanium full suspension trail bike that is durable yet affordable - so we passed those savings onto our customers.
  • 2 0
 Is the difference of not having a tapered headtube actually noticeable on titanium frames? Is it just an issue of compatibility with some modern forks then?
  • 6 0
 @Paluzas: 44/44 = EC lower HS cup vs. 44/56 = IC lower typically. Bottom-line: it will run the forks you want.
  • 1 12
flag m1dg3t (Mar 2, 2018 at 17:05) (Below Threshold)
 @Richt2000 Where are those savings and what are they compared to? 2k€ for frame only, another 300€ for a 'starter' shock or drop a cool 1k€ and get a fork & shock.

Doesn't seem like much of a deal to me...
  • 6 1
 @KingdomBike: Any plans for a 29er with the same geometry?
  • 3 0
 @KingdomBike: This is an amazing bike. Love it.
  • 4 1
 @hamncheez: what about 26. could be a fun jump bike with that spec
  • 1 0
 You pay more for plastic at least this is metal. @m1dg3t:
  • 2 6
flag dave-f (Mar 2, 2018 at 22:23) (Below Threshold)
 "What are those tricks? Did I miss this in the release?"

The trick is sourcing the frame in China and selling it for a big markup. I had a look at the cross frame, looks fine until you read the price is for the frame only. For that price I get a well spec'ed complete bike with Ti frame from Planet X.
  • 3 0
 @Paluzas: it’s just aesthetics...you can still have tapered forks of course. Rather than using a big block of Ti to make that tapered tube, you use a standard easy and quick tube.
  • 1 1
 @Paluzas: no possibility of angled headset is the only real downside. Zero stack 1 1/8 cups and external 1 1/2 cups so you can fit any fork you want.
  • 11 0
 @KingdomBike:

External routing is way better - can’t stand having to bleed brakes every time I build a bike.

Non post mount is not an issue.

Straight head tube is only an issue if you want to slacken the HA and this bike is nice and slack so no issue here.

Cost savings well made I would say...
  • 3 0
 @PhillipJ: you can fit any forks you want and you can also run an angled headset because I did when I tried the bike.
  • 1 0
 @gbcarmona: what angled headset? I can't find one to fit my Nukeproof.
  • 4 10
flag iRiderPB (Mar 3, 2018 at 0:54) (Below Threshold)
 “We've learned a few tricks along the way which directly equates to cost savings. We're proud to be sharing those tricks with you”

The trick is to not weld them properly in an oxygen free atmosphere and have contaminated welds that will fail. See how badly discolored the welds are. Ouch!
  • 5 0
 @iRiderPB: uhhhh, good Ti welds are anywhere from silver through straw to brownish colours. There don’t seem to be any wild rainbow chromatic changes here...
  • 2 7
flag rich-2000 (Mar 3, 2018 at 2:14) (Below Threshold)
 @iRiderPB:

Yea even if those welds are structually sound, the discolouring is not very asthetic. This is probably the worst thing about the frame. My stanton Ti welds are the same colour as the tubing. Its obvious quality is compromised with the welding...
  • 2 2
 @ehtikhet: Yeah, because they have brushed the frame after welding. That discoloration still remains shows that it is deep in the metal. If the weld looks like that before brushing it might be acceptable, but here we will never know.
I think this is one thing to cut the costs. However, other companies do offer fairly affordable ti frames that don't have this discoloration, so it can be done even on a budget.
  • 2 0
 @KingdomBike: Sounds like a sensible approach. Machining of titanium seems like a horrible task! Eventually I went with a steel alternative but yeah, I think your bikes are really cool!
  • 2 0
 @PhillipJ: Did you try Works Components? The option is on their website, I had one for a hardtail well over a year ago...
  • 3 1
 @m1dg3t: f*ck sake. It's not like they're selling you a mass produced plastic Fisherprice toy is it?
  • 1 5
flag m1dg3t (Mar 3, 2018 at 5:34) (Below Threshold)
 @oevets4130: What is your point? It's still a bicycle. There is nothing special about it. I don't do mental gymnastics to justify overpriced products. Especially when the mfg makes claims about passing savings on to customers and then proceeds to inform the public they want 2k€ for JUST the frame LoL

The women in your area must love you.
  • 1 2
 @Intensevp: No. I don't. You can keep up with the hyperbole if you like?
  • 2 0
 @Paluzas: The difference is the tapered headtube is CNCed the 44mm headtube is stock tubing, as stated. The one is obviously more expensive to produce than the other. It will still take 'modern' forks.
  • 9 1
 @m1dg3t: Given that most titanium hardtail frames cost more than €2000, this is pretty impressive. Stanton is selling its hardtail frames for over €2000, Kona's Honzo frame costs about the same, and BTR's steel AM frame costs almost €2700(!). That titanium is expensive will come as no surprise to anyone.

Kingdom are releasing their cheaper Vendetta hardtail for €1000, which is under half the price of their competitors. Pretty impressive if you ask me.
  • 2 0
 @harriieee: and if you were to throw a leg over any of their bikes you would understand how much more impressive they are...also, the "dirty" welds actually look much nicer in reality than on photos...and they can be brushed with a pad and elbow grease if you prefer. I thought about doing it on my Vendetta when i got it but then i quite like the welds now.
  • 3 0
 @PhillipJ: Nukeproof do there own angled headsets, if not try Works componants, that guy really knows his stuff.
  • 2 0
 @scoot34: I think nukeproof only do one to fit 1.5 headtubes (their pulse) and nothing else.

Yea agreed, the chap at Works knows his headset shizzle.
  • 2 0
 @m1dg3t: nope. Metal for me.
  • 2 1
 @Racer951: No, BTR works with a 44mm straight headtube and the Tam edition spec Ranger shows a Nukeproof headset (www.btr-fabrications.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/BTR_Fabrications_Ranger_Demo_Bike_Head_Tube-1.jpg). Yes the specs says Hope but the picture clearly shows a Nukeproof set so at least it has been available at some point.

As for angled headsets, Superstarcomponents does have an angleset for 44mm too.
  • 1 0
 @hamncheez: we have plans for a 29er. soonish
  • 1 0
 @vinay: neither superstar or nukeproof make an angle headset for tapered forks in a 44mm HT, only Works, take a look if you don't believe me?

I would have a NP one if so as I can hold of it cheaper than the Works gear.

Often people write the word angle in headset and it corresponds to the angular contact bearings.
  • 1 5
flag pinnityafairy (Mar 4, 2018 at 8:36) (Below Threshold)
 @TheElectricGhost: good luck finding a deal on a straight steer Fork. Maybe if you're shopping for a RockShox Judy from 1995
  • 2 0
 @properp: Sorry fella I've no idea what you are talking about? Where did I say anything about wanting straight steerer forks?
  • 1 0
 @Racer951: The Superstar Slackerizer T8 headsets are for tapered steerers in a straight 44mm headtube, aren't they? Of course the steerer tube needs to be long enough as both headset cups are external. With no angle adjust, it is most common to have a zero stack upper headset cup. But if you were already riding with spacers underneath the stem you'll probably be fine. And/or maybe with the DMR Defy stem, which is relatively low.

www.superstarcomponents.com/en/slackerizer-angle-headset.htm
  • 1 0
 @harriieee: You are assuming that I place the same value on those items as you do. Confirmation bias doesn't get you very far in life.
  • 1 0
 @Intensevp: When you understand what the word hyperbole means come back and I'll chat with ya.
  • 3 1
 @m1dg3t: Believe me, no-one is interested in what value you place on these frames; and at no point did I assume what value you place on them, I just pointed out that they are significantly better value than their competitors' products. Get a clue.
  • 1 1
 @harriieee: LoL Right. Do you think before posting/talking or what? ROTFLMFAO.

I'm done with you.
  • 1 0
 No worries. Thanks for your wisdom and tuition. @m1dg3t:
  • 1 0
 @Intensevp: Here's some more en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunning%E2%80%93Kruger_effect

Enjoy!
  • 1 0
 @Paluzas: It isn't my Honzo Ti has a straight headtube and I've never caught myself thinking about it.
  • 3 1
 LOL, release a "trail" bike with ridiculous wheelbase, reach and slack head angle and Pink bike will wet itself with excitement. I have less than zero interest in this myself, but to each their own, its great to have so many options and things like this that are "different".
  • 3 0
 Umm... it's titanium. Did you miss that?
  • 3 1
 Alicart being able to choose if I want the shocks you are offering or not is a five-star idea. They are Cane Creek why wouldn't anyone want them?. Five stars for specking your bikes with top-notch suspension. Cane Creek is also one of the best customer service companies I have ever dealt with.
  • 1 0
 @kingdomBike are your frames purged with argon gas during welding? Also, is your TIG welder setup to flow argon over the joint during welding? I used to work for a custom Ti manufacturer in Seattle. The welder explained that the argon is so no oxygen enters the weld when the Ti is molten. And also that any coloring in the weld especially blue indicates oxygen absorption. The more oxygen that gets in the more brittle the weld. I love the idea of a Ti Full suss, but I'm seeing a lot of colorful welds on your website. How are the frames holding up?
  • 3 0
 @s-one-s

hi, I'm the US rep for Kingdom. Glad to answer your question. We've not had any issues with the welds. Kingdom has been in business for 10 years always with a lifetime warranty on all our frames. If there was an issue with our welds, we'd be out of business.

We're alive and well. Welds and all.
  • 1 0
 @ledude: Cheers to that! That's good to hear. Lifetime warranty is a solid offering. Just really stoked to see Ti and steel (Cotic) full suspension bikes. I'm tired of seeing swoopy shaped carbon bikes. Straight metal tubes are looking real appealing again!
  • 1 0
 @s-one-s: welcome to the darkside ... you'll never go back Smile
  • 1 0
 @s-one-s im on my 3rd Kingdom and never had an issue with a frame...and they do get abused as they should...however, with Kingdom you also get THE best customer service ever, so if anything was ever to go wrong, I’m sure you wouldn’t be disappointed.
  • 1 0
 @ledude: How many total frames are we talking? Statistically significant?
I am still skeptical about the discoloration. Could you post pictures of how the welds look before brushing?
As mentioned by others before, slightly discolored welds are acceptable (www.weld.com/media/blog/images/Mr%20TIG%20Articles/Titanium_Weld_Color_Quality_Inspection_Chart_.jpg), but this counts for the original weld, not the brushed ones.
  • 1 0
 @iRiderPB: you can check the instagram feeds from @kingdombike and @kingdombikeusa. There are plenty of frames pictured with a raw finish that are not polished.
  • 4 0
 looks nice and clean but 445 chainstay is so loooooong for just 143 of travel
  • 3 0
 "Affordable" now is 2k for a frameset.....shit.....I need to get a better job!
  • 4 0
 KINGDOM bikes have reached another level. This is a BEAUTY.
  • 2 0
 as always the haters that don't know anything are gonna hate. beautiful bike , well done
  • 4 1
 I'd much rather buy this frameset than the Unno... It actually has sizes!
  • 4 2
 Ti bikes are good to look at - but show me one that doesn't just become a noodle and I'll actually be impressed.
  • 1 0
 They gotta clean up those cables out front...makes my brain itch !!!
Sweet looking bike.. definitely has a Banshee look...that"s a really good thing!
  • 1 0
 Disappointing the L and Xl have the same head tube length and nearly the same stack height.....
  • 2 0
 I just love how there's no paint on the frame, rawww
  • 3 0
 Tires on backwards?
  • 5 0
 Minion dhf on the rear, wrong way round. Think it was CG who used to race this setup. Works well.
  • 2 0
 Saw that too, good eye
  • 1 0
 I'm so proud of my EDR's Ti seatpost... I hope titanium has a comeback on many brands around the world.
  • 3 0
 Lynskey FS-165?
  • 1 0
 a large has a reach of 19" and TT at 25". thats an XL for most brands but close to handful that run big like that.
  • 1 0
 On the linkage close up pic you can see the rear tyre is mounted backwards. Bike looks like a dream!
  • 2 0
 How am i going to explain to the mrs that mess in the bedroom
  • 1 0
 Potoshop skills are one point with that black and gold fork! ( look at the rim black continuing on the fork, last picture).
  • 1 0
 is the first picture a different bike? if so, what model is the 1st picture? because that's the one id want
  • 1 0
 Its the same bike, just a small/medium size...i rode that same one and it does look super cool with that bridge tube on the top. For info i''m 6 foot and it didn't feel too small...a lot of fun.
  • 1 0
 @gbcarmona: thanks buddy, maybe just a trick of the light/perspective then? because the 1st photo looks like there's no strut joining the top tube and the seat tube? not sure if they're the right terms.
  • 1 0
 @gbcarmona: sorry ignore me, didn't read your message properly!
thanks
  • 1 0
 @nordland071285: yes, on that size there isn't that bridge from top tube to seat tube. Makes it looks really nice. Have a look at Kingdombike Instagram account and you will see some sexy images of that bike in Tenerife.
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 Just me then that thinks it fell out of the ugly tree and hit all but one branch on the way down?
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 This looks like it would be able to make make me a skinny vanilla latte . id probably need a man bun to ride it.
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 What ever happened to the gusset fad at the head tube? Every bike I see needs one, used to be super common.
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 sooo great!
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 Where can I read a review on this bike?! Gorgeous work!
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 @Silocycle: read the BikeRadar review of the Hex and you will understand. Since then the bikes have been getting slacker and longer and even better. Both Hex LS and this XFS ride pretty much the same. I couldn’t notice any noticeable difference. It’s awesome
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 I thought Kingdom was a Danish brand?
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 According to their website, HQ is in Denmark with design based in Tasmania and manufacture in China. I’m curious about the origin of the tubing.
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 @PNdubRider: Chinese, they say so on the website.
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 @PNdubRider: pretty much the same origin as most ti or other bike tubing for that matter, seeing as most bikes are made in Taiwan / china.
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 Where in LA? Can't find any info on that...
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 @kingdombikeusa on instagram, he’s based in LA ????
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 Gorgeous
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 Me too more info about a LA area demo, I’m in lust!
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 Contact @kingdombikeusa on Instagram they’re based in LA ????
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 Bottom bike with the gold looks sharp, good weight too
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 Love It!!!
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 Just looked at the website..Wow!!! Pure bike porn!
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 They have a 160mm bike too! would love to see some reviews !!
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 It's been a long time since I have lusted over a bike
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 Sweet...now make it in 29" and I am the first who gets his checkbook.
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 If only I had more money.
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 thicker ti tubing for a free ride bike would be nuts
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 hot damn that grey/gold one...
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 Wow, nice......
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 I think I want it.
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 Stunning bike.
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 Nice solving but with wrong direction wheels. *)
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 Aluminum cable guides on my ti frame. I’d be fixing that immediately lol
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 Already my bike of the year. Splendidly erotic!!!
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 You had at gold.
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 What's the US pricing?
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 Seems like a lot of color in the welds. Not usually a good thing with ti.
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