Hi everyone,
I've been riding a MAC converted hybrid ebike for years, but it's getting long in the tooth (and was recently underwater for several days which has... aged it somewhat...).
I'm also getting a bit older and sick of Brisbane's bumpy roads so I'd really love to build up something with dual suspension for my next ebike.
The main issue I'm finding is that most modern frames are using thru axles, and the rear geared hub motor I'd like to use (the GMAC) isn't going to work with those.
So I'm wondering if anyone can point me in the direction of a frame with the following attributes - and yes I realise I'm chasing a unicorn here...
- dual suspension
- XL size (I'm a tall guy)
- 29" / 700C wheels
- quick release style rear dropouts
- somehow available in Australia
- not crazy expensive ($3000AUD would be pushing it)
- a bit of room inside the body of the frame for a battery (less important as batteries can be mounted on the top of the bar but would still be useful)
So far I've found one older frame (https://www.norco.com/bike-archives/2017/fluid-fs-92/) but if anyone has pointers on other models to seek I'd be most grateful.
Failing dual suspension, a hard tail is also an option, but I'd like to investigate the dual option first. I've also considered the grin all axle motor but front wheel drive seems less appealing / safe to me.
I've been riding a MAC converted hybrid ebike for years, but it's getting long in the tooth (and was recently underwater for several days which has... aged it somewhat...).
I'm also getting a bit older and sick of Brisbane's bumpy roads so I'd really love to build up something with dual suspension for my next ebike.
The main issue I'm finding is that most modern frames are using thru axles, and the rear geared hub motor I'd like to use (the GMAC) isn't going to work with those.
So I'm wondering if anyone can point me in the direction of a frame with the following attributes - and yes I realise I'm chasing a unicorn here...
- dual suspension
- XL size (I'm a tall guy)
- 29" / 700C wheels
- quick release style rear dropouts
- somehow available in Australia
- not crazy expensive ($3000AUD would be pushing it)
- a bit of room inside the body of the frame for a battery (less important as batteries can be mounted on the top of the bar but would still be useful)
So far I've found one older frame (https://www.norco.com/bike-archives/2017/fluid-fs-92/) but if anyone has pointers on other models to seek I'd be most grateful.
Failing dual suspension, a hard tail is also an option, but I'd like to investigate the dual option first. I've also considered the grin all axle motor but front wheel drive seems less appealing / safe to me.