Hi all
I want to upgrade the RS Monarch R Debonair 200 * 57 that came on my Intense Tracer T275C to something that will give me a lockout / some compression damping adjustment.
The current tune is standard MM and I assume the Debonair means it’s large volume.
So... recommendations that aren’t crazy money?!
Thanks 🙂
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Monarch Plus RC3 Debonair?
That's what I've put on my Process. Haven't actually ridden it yet but I didn't hate the Monarch R it replaced so I'm not worried. The lockout will be a bonus.
Fox dps Evol? I just bought one for my Rocket following a psa on here.
https://www.bike-discount.de/en/search?q=Fox+evol
Is that DPS Evol any good?
Perhaps look out for a lightly used Monarch Plus RC3, they seem to go for £150-plus. Not sure they've worth retail price.
I'd probably try those German Fox bargains though.
Hmm the Fox DPS Evol looks interesting, thanks.
How’s the performance been?
I have seen a few monarch plus’s on fleabay but am always worried about getting burned ..
Have you had a look at the DVO topaz - is £375 over budget?
CRC have the 200x50 for £375 this is actually a 200x50/57 shock and is converted to 200x57 by removal of a travel reducing spacer in the air can.
I've heard that the manitou MacLeod is pretty good. Simple but performs well with adjustments that do what they are supposed to. Currently £155 new from CRC.
Manitou macleod would be the best option. you can also get a king can for a larger negative air spring.
I have seen a few monarch plus’s on fleabay but am always worried about getting burned ..
Monarchs do seem a bit prone to wearing on the shaft.
A secondhand CCDB Air with climb switch might be a safer bet - and would have better performance.
I must admit, I’ve been put off by manitou stuff in the past - particularly where proprietary tools are needed to service them. That and finding someone to service them when you can’t find the tool!
Re budget - needs to be under £300 really.
Should get a nice DBair with recent service for £300.
Hmm the Fox DPS Evol looks interesting, thanks.
How’s the performance been?
I can't get off my hardtail lately, so I don't know. It looks nice though. 😉