ScaarZ Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 Hi, I would like to have your opinion about some bikes. In fact, i will buy my first bike soon and and I still hesitate between differents bikes. I'm French student, and in France, brands like Bionic, Zhi etc aren't very popular because french people prefers stays with french brands.. So, There is the bikes and offers : - Zhi Z2 (380€) - Bionic B5R (600€ and he is new) - Atomz AKT II (600€, 2006) At the moment i'm hesitating between these bikes.. ScaarZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isitafox Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 What kind of spec are they? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScaarZ Posted August 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 Hmm, I'm not sure I understood the question x).. The Zhi (26inch) : "Hello, my bike is a Zhi z2, the spec is as follows Zhi z2 frame Echo Isis bottom bracket Sealed headset Zoo handle bars Fsa stem Koxx disc forks Magura Louise front brake Magura hs33 rear brake Rear onza wheel with single speed kit, Kenda tyre and maxxis tube Front hope xc disc hub on mavic rim Onza cranks with tensile freewheel Onza cage pedals Kmc Kool chain" For the Bionic : " Bionic B5R frame,ZHI fork,Try-all 3D stem,ZHI Carbon handlebar(a carbon bar is really cool…a single handlebar worths a lot!), Bionic rims,Zhi hubs,Zhi cranks and caged pedals,KMC chain, Try-all Shift tyre(Even world champion Gilles is using these tyres!) ,and CSC hydraulic disc brake(front),CSC hydraulic rim brake(rear). Its price is US$800" And for The Atomz : Nice condition, no pocs, Original bike, just a rubber queen tire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isitafox Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 I'd go for the Zhi, mainly as it's your first bike and the spec is pretty durable. It should easily stand up to a bit of bashing and be good to upgrade should you feel the need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScaarZ Posted August 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 Okey, so this is a nice bike? I mean, I dont know this brand, so i can't choose alone ^^ The thing nice, is that his price is low Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isitafox Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 Yeah it's more than suitable for a first bike! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williams Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 I'd say the zhi aswell. The bionic has some chinese parts that I wouldn't trust. and I think that the zhi would be more durable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScaarZ Posted August 24, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 Okey, thanks for your opinions ! I will probably take the Zhy, but, If i must change parts, is it difficult? I mean, to find these parts. And on the specs i told you, there is something to change? or is it good ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isitafox Posted August 24, 2013 Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 You can either get parts brand new from somewhere like Tartybikes.co.uk or trialprod.com or look on here in the classifieds forum. The spec is fine for now, as you progress you'll find what parts you want to change or upgrade as your knowledge of the sport increases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScaarZ Posted August 24, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 Okey, thanks. Anyway, for the moment, i just need a bike pretty fine to learn and progress. So its maybe nice to buy a bike at "low" cost like this bike. The guy said too : " there is a small dent underneath but I can show that in the video/photo it's nothing to worry about!" That weaken the frame? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isitafox Posted August 24, 2013 Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 I wouldn't worry too much about it. If you want to be sure just fit a frame protector. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScaarZ Posted August 24, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 I will I think Now i have some photos of the bike, he looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bing Posted August 24, 2013 Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 Atomz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScaarZ Posted August 24, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 "Atomz" Could you explain your opinion? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bing Posted August 25, 2013 Report Share Posted August 25, 2013 Yes. They are epically good bikes. Solid as hell, very good design. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScaarZ Posted August 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2013 Okey, that's better for me ^^ Hmm, even if this bike is a 2006? Aniway, he is more beautiful and probably in better condition, but 600€ ^^ Zzz.. I still don't know, I will see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Dark Posted August 27, 2013 Report Share Posted August 27, 2013 Atoms for me ask well, b5ras ride really nice but are pretty weak at the downtube headthbe gusset . Z2 has long and low (+35) ish not really suited to a beginner in my opinion with a dated and heavy spec Atomz is a nicer ride and better spec from factory just check for cracks and other signs of abuse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScaarZ Posted August 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2013 Okey nice I think I will take the Atomz ! But the problem is he have 7yo (2006). I can also buy an Ozonys Skill 26". Opinion? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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