I finally got my Haro X24 done up, and boy this thing is going to be fun. Now I just need to wait for the snow to melt to get some quality time on it. Sure, it's a little basterdized, but it's going to be fun.
Initial thoughts;
The Backtrail X24 is definately a nice and beefy little guy. I really can tell a noticable difference in how sturdy and stiff it is with it's chromoly frame and 3 piece cranks. With my '97 Z2 on it, it is still snappy with its handling. I plan on throwing some 2.5" risers that I have on it though since the bars on it now are a little short. Also, the kenda k-rad tires on it are great. Tires are something that I never pay too much attention to, but I'm really amazed at how well they role and grip.
On the other hand the brakes blow. I'm not really going to be using this in the woods so it isn't as big an issue, but the brakes are definately a weak spot and I'm going to see what I can do to improve their performance.
I'll do a better write-up a bit later when I have some more time on the saddle and I will try to get some specific numbers for it's geometry as well.
Anyway, here's a pic
Initial thoughts;
The Backtrail X24 is definately a nice and beefy little guy. I really can tell a noticable difference in how sturdy and stiff it is with it's chromoly frame and 3 piece cranks. With my '97 Z2 on it, it is still snappy with its handling. I plan on throwing some 2.5" risers that I have on it though since the bars on it now are a little short. Also, the kenda k-rad tires on it are great. Tires are something that I never pay too much attention to, but I'm really amazed at how well they role and grip.
On the other hand the brakes blow. I'm not really going to be using this in the woods so it isn't as big an issue, but the brakes are definately a weak spot and I'm going to see what I can do to improve their performance.
I'll do a better write-up a bit later when I have some more time on the saddle and I will try to get some specific numbers for it's geometry as well.
Anyway, here's a pic
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