I'm trying to decide on a new 4-5' trailbike. My top two choices are the 07 Stumpjumer FSR Expert and the 07 Moto-Lite complete.
I like the Stumpjumper because of the brain shock, build specs, and warranty. I like the Moto-Lite because of its reputation and price.
Things I don't like about the Stumpjumper include the price and proprietary shock. Things I don't like about Moto-Lite only include the build specs as compared to the Expert.
I test rode a Stumpjumper in a parking lot and can't find a place nearby to test a Moto-Lite.
Peddeling efficiency is very important to me (this is why I like the Brain). I'm coming off a hardtail singlespeed and like to climb. I want a bike that's relatively light, climbs very well, handles well, and rips on the downhills.
I like to stand and grind out climbs rather than sit and spin. I'm curious as to how the Moto-Lite will work for this or if I need to adjust to riding a fully suspended geared bike the way it was intended to be ridden.
Budget: $2000-$3000
Type of riding: XC, AM, and interested in XC racing
Profile: 27yo, 5'9", 155-160 lbs
I welcome other suggestions and am open to purchasing on-line or the LBS.
I keep going back and forth between these two bikes. Suggestions and thoughts are appreciated.
Semper Fidelis,
Eric
I like the Stumpjumper because of the brain shock, build specs, and warranty. I like the Moto-Lite because of its reputation and price.
Things I don't like about the Stumpjumper include the price and proprietary shock. Things I don't like about Moto-Lite only include the build specs as compared to the Expert.
I test rode a Stumpjumper in a parking lot and can't find a place nearby to test a Moto-Lite.
Peddeling efficiency is very important to me (this is why I like the Brain). I'm coming off a hardtail singlespeed and like to climb. I want a bike that's relatively light, climbs very well, handles well, and rips on the downhills.
I like to stand and grind out climbs rather than sit and spin. I'm curious as to how the Moto-Lite will work for this or if I need to adjust to riding a fully suspended geared bike the way it was intended to be ridden.
Budget: $2000-$3000
Type of riding: XC, AM, and interested in XC racing
Profile: 27yo, 5'9", 155-160 lbs
I welcome other suggestions and am open to purchasing on-line or the LBS.
I keep going back and forth between these two bikes. Suggestions and thoughts are appreciated.
Semper Fidelis,
Eric