What are everyone's thoughts on these vs the current DHX2?
Are there still reliability issues with ÖÖÖhlins?
Are there still reliability issues with ÖÖÖhlins?
Öhlins TTX22M
- Thread starter Bikael Molton
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I would put the DHX2 at the absolute bottom of the heap for reliability amongst the current options on the market while the Ohlins coil shocks have been quite durable in my experience.
I have a ttx22m on my smash I t’s been flawless, before that a x2 float and hazzard before that. The Ö has the less time but the shock functions better than both. I feel the shock will be reliable and it doesn’t weep or change, the 3 position in the firm position makes it ride higher, but when it hits a square edge it still moves and has traction. All other shocks I have tried just make it hard or harsh.
What’s the ttx air like?
The TTX Air is probably the best air shock I have ever ridden, including avy tuned shenanigans. Very smooth, even compared to larger diameter coil shocks, and the damping works really well, just like the TTX coil.
I also really like the adjustments on them, it is easy to get a dialed feel, and quickly.
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Some people around me have got their TTX air (edit: or probably STX air) repeatedly changed under warranty on their specialized (I don't recall which one) supposedly because the yoke is putting to much unwanted stress on the shock...
The TTX coil seems to be quite reliable. The damping was a bit on the harsher side on the first generation but this is now apparently fixed.
The TTX coil seems to be quite reliable. The damping was a bit on the harsher side on the first generation but this is now apparently fixed.
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I think you are referring to the STX air. Which was a terrible shock, for sure.
It can absolutely be so, both letter combinations are way to close for me to differentiate
Agree, pretty confusing, and strange to keep such similar naming convention when re-launching after a failed product.
What's the service cost and location for them in Murica?
North Carolina iirc
Yeah they are in NC.
No clue on costs, but I think my local service guy can handle basic rebuilds on them, plus I think Der SHIMZ are standard.
No clue on costs, but I think my local service guy can handle basic rebuilds on them, plus I think Der SHIMZ are standard.
@rpet Did you end up getting one?
I’m loving this one lately! I run a little softer spring on the Ohlins than the Fox because the damping feels real nice. They have been incredible reliable and I haven’t had a leaky one yet. Just make sure you get the right rebound tune for your spring rate. They are very easy to revalve and bleed too.
I’m loving this one lately! I run a little softer spring on the Ohlins than the Fox because the damping feels real nice. They have been incredible reliable and I haven’t had a leaky one yet. Just make sure you get the right rebound tune for your spring rate. They are very easy to revalve and bleed too.
I wanted to see the difference between alu and carbon. It’s the same geo.@buckoW why are you on an alloy bike? Is it a "secret" prototype?
And...?
so ohlins shocks good, ohlins forks not so good?
The alu feels less light and lively but more planted and nicer for DH runs.
I like their forks too. My DH bike has had one on it all summer.
Any experience with their single crown offerings?
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Do you guys use the LSC switch for actual riding?
(Not just climbing).
(Not just climbing).
I set the LSC where I like it for the down, Maybe +/- 1 click here and there... And then use the HSC for both up and down adjustment.
HSC3 for long climbs on (smoother) access roads, as well as bike park descents.
HSC2 for all around (most) riding
HSC1 for very steep and technical descending.
realistically I am in HSC2 80%+ of the time
HSC3 for long climbs on (smoother) access roads, as well as bike park descents.
HSC2 for all around (most) riding
HSC1 for very steep and technical descending.
realistically I am in HSC2 80%+ of the time
Thanks, that’s different from how I’ve used HSC/climb switches on other shocks.
I will try it.
I will try it.
This is super exaggerated and way simplified, but here is how it feels conceptually.
I find all useable and not “overly granular”. A clear difference that lines up to how I would use them.
I find all useable and not “overly granular”. A clear difference that lines up to how I would use them.
Morning all.
I'm running a Marzocchi Moto C2R on my V10.6. It's sounding like it needs a service. This will probably be around $200 Aud, maybe a bit more.
I've found a new Ohlins going for $600 Aud, which seems like a good price.
Is an Ohlins enough of an upgrade to warrant the extra expense? On that note, is it durable and low maintenance?
Or should I stick with the C2R?
Cheers!
I'm running a Marzocchi Moto C2R on my V10.6. It's sounding like it needs a service. This will probably be around $200 Aud, maybe a bit more.
I've found a new Ohlins going for $600 Aud, which seems like a good price.
Is an Ohlins enough of an upgrade to warrant the extra expense? On that note, is it durable and low maintenance?
Or should I stick with the C2R?
Cheers!
Did you like the feel of the Marzocchi? I think those are single tube and a bleed screw on the ifp so it should be easy to bleed or rebuild if you wanted to attempt it yourself. If the tune is right then I think the Ohlins are very nice. I have had great luck with durability and haven’t had one leak oil. I have had to bleed two after a season or two but I felt like that was ok. Just make sure you get the right rebound tune for the spring rate if you do get one.
The Marzocchi felt nice enough... the dials actually made a difference and I used them to tune it to a workable level. With that said, I don't have anything to compare it to, and I'm wondering if the Ohlins is a good step up. Certainly they have that reputation, and the price is not bad, so I am tempted.
When you say tune the Ohlins to rebound, are you referring to external adjustments? Or have you taken yours apart to really tune it? Related question: what is it like to work on?
I meant that the shims are tuned from the factory for the spring rate you are planning on running. So you have a good range on the rebound adjuster.
buckoW knows more than I, but my understanding is that the TTX22M when purchased aftermarket have a relatively light rebound tune.
On my Meta, I am running an aftermarket 2020 TTX22M at 1 click out from full closed, and if I were heavier I would need to run it full slow / closed.
So, depending on your bike, weight and riding style, you many need MOAR shims or a heavier oil, possibly.
I really like the shock!
On my Meta, I am running an aftermarket 2020 TTX22M at 1 click out from full closed, and if I were heavier I would need to run it full slow / closed.
So, depending on your bike, weight and riding style, you many need MOAR shims or a heavier oil, possibly.
I really like the shock!
Ok, I take it that you mean a heavier spring will be kind of bucky. Any idea what the cut off is? Or any way of finding out? I'm running a 500lb spring on my V10.
The issue is it's an eBay purchase with not that much info. I've sent a question to the seller, but I'm not holding my breath for an informative response.
Any help is greatly appreciated!
Standard rebound tune works well for me at 500lb spring, fwiw.
my advice would be to just shoot them an email and ask. They have a big bank of frames to recommend initial setup.
my advice would be to just shoot them an email and ask. They have a big bank of frames to recommend initial setup.
Well, I'm eating humble pie. The owner got back to me, said the tune is standard factory, C40/R30. I've asked him if this will be suitable for me with a 500lb spring, see if he correlates with what you guys are saying, @marshalolson and @rpet
Can any monkeys help me out... Is there info out there I can access in terms of available tunes (i.e. C40, C50, C60 etc), and what those numbers feel like? The closest I can find is in the comments section of an NSMB review of the shock.
Thanks again team!
Can any monkeys help me out... Is there info out there I can access in terms of available tunes (i.e. C40, C50, C60 etc), and what those numbers feel like? The closest I can find is in the comments section of an NSMB review of the shock.
Thanks again team!
I’d just call or email Ohlins. They really do have a full bank of bikes and can just answer this for you really Easily.
They seem to really know their stuff, based on everything they have told me has been right on the money to my experience
Not about buying the shock used, just confirming if the stock tune is correct for your bike, rider weight, and ability.
They seem to really know their stuff, based on everything they have told me has been right on the money to my experience
Not about buying the shock used, just confirming if the stock tune is correct for your bike, rider weight, and ability.