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mizunole

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Howdy
« on: December 07, 2006, 11:47:37 am »
Just purchased a like new 856 and am very happy with the results so far.  

I am thinking of going to a Risse shock because of the Bronco like characteristics of the NR1.

Thoughts?

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Re: Howdy
« Reply #1 on: December 07, 2006, 05:55:21 pm »
Everybody here would say go for it!
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mizunole

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Re: Howdy
« Reply #2 on: December 08, 2006, 06:37:19 am »
Thanks OJ, any other 856 tweaks / suggestions?  Does anyone sell frame bearings?

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Re: Howdy
« Reply #3 on: December 08, 2006, 08:02:27 am »
I think Iron Horse/K2 (World Cycles) still has bearing kits for the 856. If not, Simon may be able to help you with a sealed bearing conversion. I really like mine.

A risse rear shock is very nice. The Genisis is very light weight.
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Re: Howdy
« Reply #4 on: December 09, 2006, 01:58:38 pm »
you might try a spring change on the NR-1...just a thought, but the genesis is a great upgrade

mizunole

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Re: Howdy
« Reply #5 on: December 11, 2006, 09:54:13 am »
Yea, I'm a heaffer.  A new spring would be in need If I am to stay with the NR1.  I am also seeing a little oil residue on the shaft after rides.

I like the idea of the Risse, but $300 is much money on a teacher salary.

The bike is almost new (orig owner says 10 rides).

If you were about to get some bike $ for Christmas, what would you spend it on?  

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Re: Howdy
« Reply #6 on: February 22, 2007, 06:59:09 am »
hi,
i contacted RisseRacing in the 8th of February, thru their web site and still no answer.
i'm considering a RR shock to. the Genesis.
« Last Edit: February 22, 2007, 06:59:32 am by jginja »

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Re: Howdy
« Reply #7 on: February 22, 2007, 11:33:35 am »
Quote
hi,
i contacted RisseRacing in the 8th of February, thru their web site and still no answer.
i'm considering a RR shock to. the Genesis.


Jorge,

Risse will not answer emails well. The best way is telephone.

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Re: Howdy
« Reply #8 on: February 22, 2007, 07:51:17 pm »
Noleen will rebuild the nr1 for 100
« Last Edit: February 22, 2007, 07:51:49 pm by kiwi »
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