Replacing the bearings on my Bronson (second hand so no freebies sadly). Looks like bearings can be had from Rulla for around 25% less than the official set and other suppliers I can find. They are MAX bearings and they tell be after enquiry that they are not the same as Enduro bearings, but similar, I want to make sure that they will be of the same quality to the official ones.
Anyone used these guys and have feedback?
From their site about their Max bearings:
the manufacturer supplies OEM to Giant Bicycles, FSA,
So I guess the question is whether stock bearings on Giant bikes are any good?
A mate has just used them for some frame bearings on his Slash. He seemed pretty happy with them although it's only been 2 weeks so can't comment on longevity.
As for stock giant bearings. I have a 2017 trance, took the shock off last week to have a feel. They sound a bit gritty when you cycle the rear triangle but no play or anything. I'll probably swap them next payday. This is on a 16 month old bike which has seen two winters of riding, don't think that's too bad?
HTH
Their supply to OEM may be different to what they offer to retail.
I’ve taken a punt on it, bearings seem exactly the same spec as the SC ones. Thanks
Get my DMR Vault service kits from them, all good