Lyndon445 2 Report post Posted July 4, 2016 Hey all, I thought I'd ask other current owners if the Sondors front suspension is worth it or if I should just order my bike and upgrade the suspension later. I'm looking to order the original fat bike with aluminum frame. Does anyone have any reviews on the suspension upgrade? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ONETVJAK 0 Report post Posted July 8, 2016 Hi Lyndon I bought the fork upgrade and it is OK. Way better than the orginal, but you find that the frame sits a bit higher. However I am now looking into up grading to Bluto Rockshox. That's why I just joined, to get the specs on the head tube. Hope that helps. Rob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kwyjibo 0 Report post Posted July 9, 2016 Greetings, I just replaced my fork and upgraded the bearings and races while I was at it. The old bearings were tiny. Hope this helps, Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reddy Kilowatt 359 Report post Posted July 10, 2016 @Kwyjbo, exactly what headset did you use as replacment? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lyndon445 2 Report post Posted July 16, 2016 Appreciate the tips fellas! I think I will just save for the Sondors suspension. I'll worry about a heavier upgrade later as my main use will be mostly street roads and trails thru New Mexico to the schools I work for. Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jay Chun 0 Report post Posted August 20, 2016 On 7/9/2016 at 4:21 PM, Kwyjibo said: Greetings, I just replaced my fork and upgraded the bearings and races while I was at it. The old bearings were tiny. Hope this helps, Bob Would U consider sell UR original front suspension ? I upgrade to front suspension and raise up, considering downgrade... wisejayc@gmail.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alienmeatsack 102 Report post Posted August 27, 2016 @Lyndon445 - For what it's worth, as an aggressive rider with the suspension forks here's a super fast review... Heavy, adds a good amount of weight to the bike. No adjustments that I can find for the compression. Bottom's out quickly when riding on rough terrain where your front end comes off the ground, popping the front tire up onto a curb requires extra work as you lift the bike, then the forks expand, so you add a few inches to that need to lift to clear. Worth it? To me, I am not sure, but I think I'd go stock, or find an alternative brand with adjustments for the compression. Just my 2 cents. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnc 1 Report post Posted July 10 @alienmeatsack - I'm new and have enjoyed reading your posts as I just purchased a Thin for commuting. I'm a tall guy at about 250 and was thinking about upgrading the front suspension. Is it your opinion that I leave the original or get a high quality fork rather than go with the Sondors upgrade? Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JCJ 1 Report post Posted August 17 I have an X model and I have to say the current suspension shock leaves a lot to be desired. I understand Sondors has an air shock coming in October and that should be the upgrade that will meet most rider's expectations. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
