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Thanks, man. I only went with this one because of the “Tigershark Grey”. 🍻

It’s an aluminum frame and pretty stiff but still surprisingly comfortable on flow trails until you run into roots and chunk. Have not ridden a whole lot of other hardtails, so I can’t really compare.

@@Onkelrico Thank you Sir! Beautiful build!!

Plenty of videos on youtube with others techniques that don’t involve using a buffer. 🍻

Glad you enjoyed it! No idea what caused it, I have a suspicion though. A local indy shop replaced the turbo last year so a botched install is very likely. When my Buddy picked up the engine, the Humble Mechanic said he might pick the engine up to investigate and shoot a video about it. We never Dyno’d the car, but it’s APR Stage 2 93 high torque tuned, has APR DSG tune as well, APR dp, APR IC, Inlet Pipe (which broke when removed😡), APR turbo muffler delete, APR Charge hoses, APR coils & plugs. These cars (+S3’s & TTS’s) are really rowdy when Stage2 tuned. My car has the same mods + some extras and it ran in mid to high 11’s on the track on stock tires at normal tire pressures, full weight in 107F° weather.🍻

@@Onkelrico Sounds like a fair reason, have heard of some turbo problems and failures on these engines. extremely important to do the installs right, especially when running those numbers/times. So far, I’m loving the the ea8 platform. Also really cool that you guys are in contact with the Humble Mechanic, would be cool to see a video about the blown engine.

Yeah, that’s the reason we decided to do it ourselves, not rushing it but doing it right. Nolan couldn’t find a replacement engine anywhere, I remember watching the Humble Mechanics DAZA swap video where he wrapped the 2.0 in plastic on a palette and said he’ll keep it and sell it. So we called Deutsche Autoparts, they contacted the HM, exchanged phone numbers. Luckily we’re in GA., so it was only a few hours drive. Had the “new” engine a few days after establishing contact. They’re good folks. Even threw in some freebies like the swaybar, endlinks, and even answered a few questions after the sale. These engine are HARD to find. Most used ones you’ll find online probably went to hell and back…VW dealer quoted $17.000.- just for the long block!

@@Onkelrico 17k?! Thats insane!!

Never took the weight of it with all of the stock parts, but my “Guesstimate” for the XL would be in the 34-36lbs range.

@@Onkelrico Ouch, that's not good. The Carbon 1 reviews say the Large is around 30lbs, so the wheelset, hubs and a couple other parts must be adding a lot of weight compared to the Carbon 1

Yep. Keep in mind the XL frame itself adds quite a bit of weight as well compared to a L. Mine also came with different specs compared to what was listed online….32 Spoke wheels instead of 28, different brakes, bb, crankset. Also had pretty heavy tubes installed….The Habit Carbon 1 not only doesn’t have “thrown together” groupset, but a complete GX, already comes with a carbon handlebar and the lighter damper cartridge in the fork. Right now it’s on sale in the US for $4.000.- A much better deal compared to when I bought my 2. Only thing the 1 needs out of the box is a tubeless conversion. If you install a better wheelset, you’ll have a pretty lightweight confidence inspiring trail bike that should easily be at or under 30lbs.🍻

Yeah, I had to buy the whole bike and tear it down first. Fork upgrade is definitely a great start. Even on the HT1 a fork upgrade would make a big difference! 🍻

Manitou Mattoc was set to 140mm. 🍻

I’m 6’1” and it’s a XL sized frame. 🍻

@ thank you! That’s how tall I am and literally just hit purchase on Cannondale’s website for an XL 😀

Congrats! 🎉 Glad I could help. Enjoy your new bike! 🍻

Don’t have an accurate number, around $3500.- 🍻

Tell me How that goes for you, I was looking into getting one myself but there weren’t any reviews on the website!

Yes, 8100 (52CL) cranks fit, but they’re very close to the chain stays. I talk about it in a follow up video. I since switched to 8120 (55CL) cranks and the fit is better. 🍻

Thanks

On this bike it was set @ 140mm 🍻

Don’t have an accurate number, around $3500.- 🍻

Thanks. This is the link to a follow up video where you can see changes done to the bike including a dropper post: video FORKS AREA TRAIL SYSTEM (F.A.T.S.), ON MY BUILT 2023 HABIT HT !? th-cam.com/video/6BILKBPKRS4/w-d-xo.html

In this video I used 52mm chain line cranks on this bike although frame is designed around 55mm. It’s a tight fit, but it worked. Changed to 55mm now though, because this is my mucky weather bike, and I needed a bit more clearance. Fitment depends on the cranks and Q-Factor. Truvativ Stylo DUB carbon 52mm chainline crankset didn’t fit.

@@Onkelrico could you tell me if the derailleur fits on the udh without any kind of adapter? and is that the same for the deore derailleur too?

@pauldowbakin8657 as you can see in the video, no adapter needed. Any “normal” derailleur bolts right on.

I agree. Going tubeless saves a bunch of weight and will allow you to run lower pressure without tearing the tube’s valve-stems off. Hydro brakes are much better suited as well to slow these fat tire beasts down. 🍻

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it. Took about a day to do. If not shooting a video, it’ll only take a few hours to build. It feels surprisingly light for a 140/150 trail-bike, climbs pretty well too. Only thing that made it feel really unbalanced was the fork…. The stock rear shock is actually really nice. Great small bump absorption, but still supportive without feeling like a lifted truck. The stock fork on the other hand was really bad. It was harsh, and nothing like the rear, making the whole bike feel kind of unbalanced. Upgrading the guts to Charger 3 with buttercups, replacing the air spring also with the buttercups version and switching to low friction SKF wiper seals did the trick, but the Manitou suspension is just my preferred set up. Bottom line, first thing on your to do list should be the front suspension. Happy Trails, can’t go wrong with a model year ‘23 Habit. Nothing proprietary on it anymore, solid performer. 🍻

It’s not backwards. Manitou forks have what’s called a “Reverse Arch”. Makes the fork stiffer and lighter. 🍻

21:37Mins. 🍻

Only the Ceramic Wax Coating. Lights are still clear. 🍻

Glad you enjoyed it. As far as the weight goes, keep in mind that this is an Extra Large frame. Almost all manufacturer’s posted weights you see are based off of a size Medium frame. In case of complete bikes, their weight is almost always without pedals on top of that. 🍻

Maybe in the future I will. 🤔🍻

Thank you! Looks like a 34T would fit as long as it’s not an oval.

@@Onkelrico is that in 55mm or 52mm chainline?

@pauldowbakin8657 Bike has 55mm chain line, but I used a 52mm chain line crankset for this build initially (XT FC-M8100-1). I’m running Shimano FC-M8120-1 cranks with 55mm chain-line now to have a bit more clearance between chain-stays and crank arms. 🍻

@@Onkelrico cool! do you have any problem with severe chainline using the 12 speed cassette and 55mm chainline? mine drops the chain on big cog if clutch is off and you back pedal

@pauldowbakin8657 No problems, chain stays perfectly put on largest sprocket with the 55mm CL when back pedaling no matter if clutch is on or off. 🍻

LoL. Dropper was added shortly after. I very rarely use it, so it’s not an odd choice at all to not have one, especially since I don’t really do any gnarly stuff on my hardtail.

Thanks. Glad you like it. You will love yours as well I bet. I always use preset 4NM torque keys made by Prestacycle for bars, stems etc., and 3NM for brake lever, shifter, grips and seat post clamp. 🍻

@@Onkelrico thanks mate. Will look them up 👍

I’m glad you enjoyed it. Link is added to the video description now. 🍻

Yes, 100%. It’s a great allrounder! A real mtb, that’s a perfect, neutral platform, that with a few tweaks according to preference can be dialed to go either way of the spectrum. Too many companies make bikes to only fit a certain riding style, the Habit HT is the opposite of that. Jack of all trades, master of none which is what I personally really appreciate. 🍻

​@@OnkelricoThank you very much for such a detailed answer

​@@OnkelricoI am 15 years old (height 170 cm), in the future my height will be approximately 180 cm, what size frame should I take MD, LG (M, L), if I take a bike for 3-5 years in advance?

I would advise to go to a bikeshop to get fitted. The recommended sizing for me on the cannondale website was spot on however.

I don’t have experience with the Trek. Looking at the 2024 specs though I would say it’s a tough choice. I don’t dig the fork on the Trek, but that can be easily swapped for a better one. I like the fact the Trek already comes with beefier tires and 2 water bottle mounts on the frame. Comparing the 2023 Roscoe 6 with the Habit HT2 the Habit takes the cake hands down. 2023 Roscoe can’t take more than a 120mm fork and has no through axle rear so that would be a nogo for me.

@@Onkelrico I heard the 2024 Roscoe 6 has the same frame as the other Roscoes and through axles. I don't even understand what through axles are lol. I could also consider the Habit 3 or Roscoe 7 if you think one of those is much better. But I am pushing my budget.

Correct. 2023 Roscoe 6 is the one I personally would not consider because of some old standard on the rear wheel. 2024 got major updates. I love my Habit(s), so I guess I’m the wrong person to ask which one to pick 😉Local bike shop might be more of a help there.

@@Onkelrico Well, where I am REI has the Habit and Trek the Roscoe. They will sell me what they have. What do you think of the Cannondale Habit 1 in comparison to the Roscoe 6 or even 7? I basically want a good frame I can upgrade in the future. So the frame should be of good quality and last.

@Jose-sy1je Roscoe 7 vs. Habit 1 is a good comparison, similar specs and price. I think the Habit 1 looks sick in silver. Both are quality bikes. Can’t go wrong with either one. If they have them in stock locally, base your decision off of a testride and see which one you jive with better. 🍻

That sounds like an interesting topic for a future video…..

It’s a HT2 frame. Go to my channel to see the Habit HT dream build video.🍻

As long as it’s a plastic lens, yes.

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Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

Max. axle to crown (A2C) for XS frame is 531mm and for SM-XL is 563. 2023 Rockshox Lyric 150 for example is 561mm according to SRAM’s online tech documents, so you be OK. Just make sure you don’t exceed the 563mm max. length when shopping around for a fork. 🍻

What are good fork upgrades for this bike?

@johnnyd614 anything in the 130-150mm travel range should be fine and depends on what type of riding you do. 🍻

so a 170mm lyrik wouldn’t fit?

Looking at the measurements, no. You would void the warranty.

Thank you for watching, I’m glad my build inspired you! Congrats on the new bike! 👍The Jade looks much better in person than on pics! I think upgrading the fork and going tubeless is a great plan! Oftentimes the actual parts on the bike are different from what’s listed on the manufacturer’s website, so it might come with different brakes already. The Habit Carbon I build not too long ago came with better parts than expected, so just wait with buying parts until you get the bike. And yes, I still enjoy riding mine. Did a few tweaks here and there that I will talk about in another video in the future. Happy Trails! 🍻

Glad you enjoyed it!

No, travel is set at 140mm. On Manitou Mattoc everything you need to adjust travel and air spring is built in. No need to buy or change airshaft for travel change or buy Tokens to adjust progressiveness! The Stock for was 130mm though.

Do you think a 150mm fork be OK for this frame?

Max. axle to crown (A2C) for XS frame is 531mm and for SM-XL is 563. 2023 Rockshox Lyric 150 for example is 561mm according to SRAM’s online tech documents, so you be OK. Just make sure you don’t exceed the 563mm max. length when shopping around for a fork. 🍻

Hell you can make it a 27.5 and use a 170mm​ rockshox yuri 562 A2CL@@Onkelrico

That sounds like a fun project!

Yep, totally agree!

Thank You! Glad you liked it! 🍻

Anytime!