I had a Diamond Back "Silver Streak" I bought brand new around 1984. I had saved all the money from my paper route to buy. I was tired of saving for the PK ripper and settled for the Diamond Back. Here I am a few years later with my my brand new "Big Ripper" at 51 years old trying to make it ride faster and jump higher. Thanks for the video , the tips are spot on!
This is REAL COOL. I just turned 50 and Im trying to turn my Marin Stinson into a BMX style looking bike. I basically want to tool around with this before going out and buying a Big BMX.... But I enjoy seeing DIY videos like this. Thank you.. I'm subscribing!!
Great vid, keep em coming. I bought my BMX cruiser last June and I've pretty much been addicted since. I try my hardest to buy everything made in USA so I bought a Bassett Swooper and every part on my bike is made in the USA except for the wheels and tires.
Okay. So this is, like, the best TH-cam channel I’ve found. I’m 42, used to ride BMX bikes as a youngster, got a car, STOPPED riding bikes, turned 30 and started getting fat so I got into road bikes, fucked up my back, had surgery, couldn’t ride road bikes anymore and discovered the world of Big Wheel BMX! I am not lying when I say that this channel has been a huge help in my recovery from surgery! I’ve learned so much and I just went on my first 26 mile ride out over the weekend! Just wanted to say a huge THANK YOU to the Big Bike BMX crew for all the inspiration. Now a question. Because of this video I started running a 17t freewheel on my Purple Rain Big Ripper. Made a huge difference on hills and in pedaling ease in general. But sometimes it feels a little “loose” on the downhill. Can I upgrade my sprocket to balance that a bit more. I’ve heard a 42t sprocket is a good gear ratio for climbing and hills, but also to give you a bit more meat when you pedal on the flats. What would you recommend? Anything special you like? Thanks again for all that you do and any help with my sprocket issue would be awesome! Can’t wait for future videos!
Thanks for the kind words bro! For gearing: The smaller the front chainring, the easier the pedalling. The Purple Rain has 36. If you want a little more balance then you'll want a 37 to balance the 17 in the rear. Personally, I would run the 17 to build leg strength and balance, then go back to the stock 16 size freewheel and you'll probably feel what you're looking for. That's what I did and with my Big Flyer this year. It's the stock gearing. Welcome to this crazy big bike bmx family Jeffrey!
First upgrades for me, running a 20" used to be the tallest handle bars I could find. Second was a XXXL goose neck, third was two pairs of handle grips, one pair of red and the other black. Forth was sticky break pads, fifth was tires. Somewhere in between there was a decent pedal set. Then came a little higher gear ratio. Oh yeah, almost forgot about the laid back seat post. My knuckles drag the floor, so I needed to stretch out the cockpit.
Great Video! I subscribed because I have recently purchased a GT pro performer 29, I like it lots but riding is a bit of a workout until I lose another 20lbs >.< currently 230 target weight of 190. In the meantime I'd like to learn to wheelie but im still a bit awkward on the bike and its been too cold for me to wanna mess around. For now I just do laps and practice learning manuals and bunny hops when Im feeling spry.
My 2019 GT Pro Performer, is pretty much epic out of the box! Since I am 6'5" I want the SE Racing power wing bars!! It already has a laid back seat post. So it is pretty roomy. My 2019 Fast Ripper bars are a little shorter than the GT, and no laid back seat post! But it does have 10 gears! So I am not gonna complain!!! I see there is a new GT 1X9 on the horizon, and I am excited to see it up close and personal!!!
Recommend Upgrades for a 2021 Fast Ripper. 1st mod - get rid of the skinny thick slick tyres. Throw on a pair of 2.5 inch Maxxis Hookworms Tyres for better grip, tricks, suspension and stability. 2nd - Throw out the Tektros for Shimano Deore Front and Rear Brakes. Way better braking for hill bombing and wheelie control. 3rd - Throw out the cheap platform pedals for a set of DMR Vaults. Lighter, stronger, way better grip and larger balance platform. 4th - Spread out the 10 speed gear range. Upgrade the rear cassette from 11-32 to 11-36. Go 2 up on the front sprocket for motorbike speed hill bombing. 5th - Set of SE Wheelie Pegs. 6th - Bigger bars. I went for a set of Super Big Honk'n bars. 7th - Lightweight Tubes. 8th - Throw on that Bottle Cage for those longer block rolls. 9th - Silm Front n Rear LED night lights. The stock price is steep, if only the bike actually came like this.
Man this vid helps me alot. I just picked up a Cult Devotion 29" i was trying to figure out some good upgrades. It is definitely hard to ride a wheelie on it. So time to start ordering parts. Ill go online and checkem out
@@BigBikeBMX The 29"cult devotion comes 30t -14t stock cassette hub! In your opinion Isaac what cassette and sprocket size would you run for wheelies? Thanks again brotha🤙
Back in the 80s I had the same freewheel that came on my Tuff Wheels and then my Peregrine HP 48s. I wanted to change my gearing a little so the freewheel was the easiest thing to swap out. Shaun told me about the points of engagement upgrade so I went for it. It wasn't expensive at all. I immediately felt the difference when I would start to pedal out of wheelies or just resetting my crank arms for a jump etc. These bikes run beautifully stock, but once you start adding your personal touches and adding parts that you remember from the 80s it starts feeling more and more like home. I'll probably add a GT mallet stem at some point just to complete my 80s look. Thanks for watching and let me know what you think of the freewheel upgrade if you add it. Good luck!
@@BigBikeBMX I'm not much of a wheelie guy. I was thinking of going with a tooth down on rear for a little more speed. You think white line free wheel is overkill?
@@troygrooms5724 I'm a big believer in quality parts over replacing cheap ones every year. You can't go wrong with the White Industries freewheel. It's sealed and you can tell they care about what they're producing. I've seen guys running $300 Bullseye hub setups on these. My advice is try the gearing with a cheap freewheel and make sure it's perfect for how you want to ride, and then spend the extra money on the White Ind freewheel.
Little late to the party here, but glad I found the video! Going to replace the freewheel on my Big Ripper to a larger one. SE site says it's a 16T. Also want to replace the stock handle bars with ones that have more rise and then a smaller chain ring in the front?
RideOutSupply has the best affordable freewheel out there. High engagement and low drag. Bars are fun to play with lots of 8-10” bars out there. Best advice - go ride it and see what comforts you want to invest in. Complete bikes today are 100% better than the fully custom stuff growing up. Upgrades are mostly for looks and style these days
@@BigBikeBMX I'm really looking to help get that front wheel up, and I think that larger freewheel will help, and some extra rise on the bars might help as well. Getting that ROS 17T right now actually. And totally agreed on the new bikes being much better. My last BMX bike was way back in 1980, a Mongoose that I pretty much only kept the frame stock on. Love your content. Keep up the great work!
MinecraftJesus420 truth. I haven’t needed to upgrade mine yet. It’s still smooth a silent so far after seven months of abuse. When it starts to wear out I’ll probably look into Odyssey or ACS
How do I choose between a 24, 26 or 29. I thought I really wanted a 26" but the GT pro series Heritage I want (black) only comes in a 29". Its a beautiful bike. So now I'm looking at 29s.
i need advice also mate i rode every day the stoped when i broke my back and as a result got old and fat i am heavy and was thinking a big bmx would be strong enough i am 6.3 and 30 stone do you think a big bmx would work for me
@@benwynncreations4615 my buddy Matt is 6’5” and he uses 10” bars. Once you have the bike, you’ll know if you want 9 or 10. Welcome back to BMX brother🤘
@@BigBikeBMX it will be a good summer my main motivation is the kids i got them into biking and now want to also and beeing around a bit longer would not be a bad thing i also what to thank you over the last month i have asked a few channels but never got a answer you are the only one and have given me the motivation to go for it thank you
I’m in the same boat ....80 bmxer.....now I’m kicking 53..a few years ago I watched an old box video....then I went and purchased a Skyway 26 then a Mike Buff 29....I like to do a few upgrades on the freewheel and better breaking....👍👍🤘🤘🤘
Isaac Irvine the Skyway just feels so solid. I have it set up nicely with redline flight cranks and nice bear trap pedals from hutch. The SE is nice also as you ride one..but I think I’ll try your set up on the free wheel and some better brakes. Yes PlanetBMX is the only place that I’m aware of that sells SkYway bikes. 👍🤘
After much deliberation, I bought a 2019 DK Legend 26". Bone stock, I thought it was the cat's pajamas. Gearing is perfect, 50 lbs. tires, good brakes, decent seat. Could not have been happier...until some joneser cut my lock and rogued it.
I have a 2021 SE Big Flyer “Black Sparkle” the upgrades I did were new KoolStop Eagle II brake pads, new Tektro lever, and a Halo clickster 17 tooth freewheel. Tryna get hookworms on it, and change my grips to some vans locking grips.
I just grabbed my first 29 today. A black pro compe. The gearing is 36 16. What should I do for a freewheel 17 to get that feel your talking about? I’d like to keep my 36t front sprocket. Any help would be great because i can already feel what you’re talking about .
hi.thanks for that video tip about brake levers because I like my back on the left front on the right. I was going with shimano DXR and now I got second option .my group1 only come with rear brake and the lever on the right.thanks you keep it up🤟👊.
What are lined cables? My BMX'r has hydraulic disc brakes and a one speed automatic transmission! I kinda like it that my bike is a punkass too!! As for freewheels, the only ones worth their salt are designed for trials bikes. High engagement is required however, durability is priority unless one wants to become one hell of a soprano singer.
i just got a big ripper 2017 off facebook and i was wondering what freewheel i should get and sprocket im using a rideout supply one. im doing wheelies rn and i mainly just ride street
My best advice on upgrades: save money and just ride it as-is for a month. You’ll have a better idea what you really find valuable as far as upgrades that way.
Just ordered my 29" Big Ripper and am looking at upgrades. It's my first SE bike and like you, I was a BMX child of the 80s! Raced Diamondback and Kuwahara and of course the trusty old Mongoose! Thanks for the info!
Ride it for a few weeks and get a feel for it before you spend money on upgrades. The Big Ripper is a solid bike out of the box. Congrats and welcome back to BMX!
I have Haro bmx 26''.Front 36t and freewheel 14t that is very hard to wheelie. Please tell me what is the problem to wheelie in this case.What is the best for wheelie with front 36t and ??t freewheel? What is the size of freewheel ?
Good video . Just bought a Big Flyer and want to upgrade all the parts. I really like the BOX stuff and need an online place I can order my parts and get some advice. Been off a BMX for 40 years time to get back into it. I’ll call the shop and get more ideas. Thanks Guys
This comes down to budget. They ride/feel the same. The flyer has steel bars instead of chromoly on the Big Ripper. Slightly better parts on the Big Ripper as well. Here's the key, MOST people upgrade these things with custom parts to their liking so getting a flyer and grabbing new bars and sprocket is likely cheaper than getting a stock Big Ripper. I sold a Big Ripper and purchased a Big Flyer this year and I honestly love the Flyer.
im wanting to get a front brake setup for my high c for some endos, it only has the single center hole on the fork. does anyone know a powerful enough caliper brake that can clear a 57?
Great Video. I just got a vans big ripper and want to order one of those hornet freewheel’s. I cant find them anywhere. Do you know where I can order one?
Covid ruined the supply chain for BMX parts. You’ll want to check the popular online shops. PlanetBMX might have some RideOutSupply freewheels as well.
Love the video I’ve been riding for years now mostly bmx n fixie I am 35 now and have gotten into the big bmx se bike scene with my son he’s 13 and we love it I just picked up the new 2021 OM flyer 26 in gold and I love the bike I feel it came with better parts than most se bikes but I don’t want to upgrade to a better freewheel and maybe brake levers and cable I believe the bike came 17 33 tooth so I’m just goin to look into a nice freewheel I like the origin 8 you showed in the video just so you know too this was the best video out there explaining the upgrades I’m new to this too so just seeing what I can do and what I should buy thanks I also picked the new maniac flyer for my son 27.5 so I can’t wait to ride together
If you're wanting an easier wheelie gearing it's the same advice for all bikes. Smaller chainring or larger freewheel. I'd suggest a new freewheel as you can get better engagement AND easier gearing in one part/upgrade. I'd look at going to a 12 tooth freewheel and see how that feels. As always, check with your local bike shop for the best advice. Look for a high engagement freewheel like Origin8 / Rideoutsupply!
I’m 46 purchased a GT Pro series 29 inch bike. Comes with a 33t chain wheel and a 16t free wheel. Would it be easier to learn how to wheelie again with a 17t? Thanks for any help!!!
Isaac Irvine thanks that’s my plan, monster quad has a different type cassette than the big ripper as well. I just don’t have the proper tool so I’ll take it.
Ryan Nolan I don’t know much about cassette hubs myself. I have a Sunday Model C and the new PK Ripper 27.5 with them and never had issues so I’d have a shop make sure everything is safe🤘💪
Does this upgrades fits the 29 big flyer blue with yellow tires like the one u got in the shop? I bought that exact same bike brand new for 450$….. but it’s worth it’s price…… it s really bad. Pedal broke , the back wheel is not in line anymore… chain is bad e it s slow , really hard to keep it goin fast….. I’m looking every shop in my city but everyone says bike parts don’t fit that bike, that is Chinese and I should buy a mtb (they don’t get the one wheel lifestyle ) if all of these components, with new pedal and chain and freewheel are gonna let my bike be a real one I’m nna order everything. Is that brake really better than the original one? Cause when I go fast and really high on one wheel, especially to scrape hand, the brake really does not support me even if I fully brake with all my power…… hope u can help, if I can perdere all those part from u I’m na buy it all…… I’m finding very difficult to let that white blue se bike fly like it should. Thank you very much
I don’t sell parts, but call a local shop that knows BMX bikes. Buy the freewheel from RideOutSupply.com. I believe in KoolStop brake pads and a tuned brake. A BMX shop would be your best option for getting parts and tuneup your bike. Big flyers are great, I have two.
after riding my Sunday high c for a month I want to go faster.i just started to learn how to wheelie and I can only pop up the bike. the gearing is 27t x 13t. should I change the sprocket or freewheel. or change both?
Any idea what’s wrong with my bike? when I back pedal on my big flyer it feels a little hard and stiff even when I spring it back by hand it feels stiff not smooth.. when I first bought it, it was easier to back pedal I don’t really have any bike knowledge can u help me out?
40yrs old 5'11". On that note I've been looking at the crew 29, they also have a 27.5 that's 3" wide. Both at great prices, which would be best to learn to wheelie?
@@Officialmryuck great question. I’m similar in height and swap between a 26” and 29”. 29s are comfy and I’d definitely start with a test ride to confirm you like it. Adding a bigger freewheel can make pulling up easier when you’re learning. You’ll be happy with either one, but 29s are slightly easier to find tubes and tires for.
@@BigBikeBMX got a Mafia Medusa 26" for cheap on market place. I'm loving it but I'm going to go ahead with the 27.5, my buddy has a 29er and it seems wonky.. That's just me tho. Great videos btw man thanks!
@@Officialmryuck that’s great! I thought the 26” was small until I spend a day on one. Now, it’s my favorite go to bike. Ride them all and you’ll find the perfect size
Isaac I have a taj Fairdale 27.5 it’s 28t chainwheel and 14t driver and it seems nice but I have trouble getting the wheel back up after tapping breaks or leaning forward. How do I know what size driver will benefit me most?
Great bike bro! I would chat with your local bike shop and see what they suggest as a freewheel / sprocket combo that will give you an easier gear ratio. I just don’t know enough about that bike to tell you what would work. Raising the driver by one tooth should do the trick. Also, work on just feathering the rear brake to bring it down if you start to loop out.
Im trying to replace my 15t freewheel on my big ripper but I can’t find any freewheel removers that’ll fit do you know any that will? Or where to get one?
Hey @Isaac Irvine I am a older rider and was wondering seeing as I impulse bought a 26 blocks flyer, is there no front brake mod or Upgrade as I also want to do flatland tricks. If it's not possible I will just have to sell the bike and buy one with the front brake option.
I added a front brake with a dia compe Boomerang plate // 990 // and a black ops hollow stem bolt. It can be done. It's just like we did in the 80s before forks had 990 mounts. The boomerang plate goes into the caliper bolt and ziptie the plate to the forks to keep it rigid.
I live in a hilly city and just got a sunday high c. Its great but i think i want some more torque and power for hills and to learn how to wheelie easier. What would be a good sprocket upgrade? Do I need to change my freewheel too?
My 2021 SE city grounds big ripper sounds horrible right out of the box. Lubed the cranks, didn’t fix it. Replacing the freewheel next… but damn it shouldn’t be like that right out of the box
If mine sounds weird out of the box, I start with chain tension... then cranks... then freewheel... If it's a new bike, I'd break it down and rebuild it with new grease etc. That's what a bike shop should do for new assembly. If you do it at home, just do what they would do. Grease the spindle, pedals, metal-on-metal stuff. It sounds like you did that. Check chain alignment on the sprocket next. Good luck.
It’ll make it easier to pedal and wheel around the neighborhood. You’ll lose some top-end speed on Linder rides but it’s a great idea if you’re learning wheelies or like super responsive gearing. You can run a 15 on one side and the 18 on the other. That gives you the best of both and you just flip the wheel around to use it.
I thought stranded cable sleeve's were for the gears on MTB & road bikes. Will have to try n see for rear brake's as I prefer fully shielded rear brake cables to prevent snagging on frame bags etc. Finding too much compression on the standard sleeves when long
Quick question, i have a 29” Big Flyer and i want to get the bike to have a little more top speed and get more distance per 1 revolution pedal. The stock ratio is 33/15, if i went to a 39/15 will this help accomplish my goal? Also do i need to modify the stock chain? Thanks
That's a huge jump, but yes it will get you more distance per single rotation of your cranks. I'd look at something closer to a 36 honestly. You'll likely need a longer chain but that depends on how much space you have between the front of the dropout and the axle. I'd consult your local shop to make sure though. You can always call Phoneix Bike Company and talk with Shaun about it if your local shop isn't an option. Good luck!
Thanks for the input, and i wheeie the bike often but im looking to start taking this bike on 6-8 mile rides and was hoping to get a little more distance per petal rev, i noticed the 29” haro group 1 runs a 39/16 from factory so i thought it could be a possibility...
As far as performance goes what other upgrades are out there (ex. Freewheel) are there smoother sealed bearings that can roll on a lot longer than standard bearings such as crank bearings or wheel bearings
I have a question I'm 43 years old I used to raise BMX bikes in my teens I just purchased a fast ripper 29" bike It's very hard to get the front wheel up because everything is Stock Can you help me out with some upgrades I really appreciate it Is ideffically need new brakes I was thinking about quick release front and back And also wanted to change out the cranks And the petals Thank you so much
I like taller bars and a bigger rear freewheel to make it feel more like the 80s bikes. The stock cranks and brakes are great. Make sure you’re using quality brake pads like Kool Stop in the right color for your weather conditions. They have a chart on their website. Have fun bro🤘
Everything is good but a cable brake idk hydraulic to me is just the way to go for wheelies you don't want that quick stop and hydraulic is just smooth
Looking for a bike, contemplating between a big flyer or a throne goon, can anyone help give me some advice/input on which i should get? Is throne better than hype se? Im not into combos but most def wanna do wheelies/cruising. going for 29
I purchased the new 2020 GT Dyno Pro Compe 29” Volker bike...what are your recommendations on upgrading the rear brakes and adding front brakes? Thanks!
I love the Dyno. For brakes, box components makes a solid brake. Adding a front brake isn’t too hard. I bought a DiaCompe boomerang plate that bolts through the fork in the front like an old-school caliper brake. Then you can add any 990 style brake. You’ll also need a hollow stem nut so you can drop the brake cable through the stem so you can do bar spins and tail whips.
I’m not familiar with them but as long as it works for you, that’s all that matters. I have parts I use and trust but I used a generic freewheel for nearly 10 years in the 80s and never had an issue. So brands don’t matter as much as performance in my book. Just my opinion
@@BigBikeBMX it sounds really crispy when I turn it I mean it does feel like some high grade stuff it was also 80$ so does that mean the more you pay the better perforce you get right ?
@@indigneouschupacabra43 It depends. I always look for the highest engagement I can get first, then I look at other options on a freewheel like drag, etc. Sounds like you're really diggin it so that's all that matters. If an upgrade makes you like your bike a little more, that's priceless to me.
It really depends on which model you grabbed. I did a quick google search and some have high tensil steel frames and some are chromoly. Did you get one with three-piece cranks? If not, thats a good place to start. I'd also look at the gearing and make sure that's comfortable for your style of riding. Either way, It should be a super comfortable and reliable bike. Enjoy it!
Hi Isaac as an Old Guy looking to get my first 29" BMX what would you recommend Monster Quad or Big Ripper? In the late 70s I raced BMX and in the 90s I got into racing Mountain Bikes... It's been Years since I've had a bike and I'm itching to get back out there!! I've been looking around on OfferUp for basically SE Racing and I see many including the Fast Ripper lol... Love the Channel 👊😎
If you’re set on SE - the big ripper or the fast ripper are my suggestions. The monster quad is too big and sluggish for me. A 26” om flyer would feel at home.
I like the videos. I’m 43 trying to get back into it. But can’t find any big rippers or flyers for sale . Everyone is sold out and I would rather wait than pay over price because they aren’t cheap to begin with . Any advice on finding one ? I live in NH .
Gary Cowan hey Gary, hang tight and you’ll score one. SE has bikes coming so don’t pay scalper prices. Bikes will hit the shelves and flippers will try and buy them but get stuck when more arrive so it’ll settle down on the secondary market. Call a local shop and tell them you want one and offer to pay a deposit on their next one. That’s how I get my SE bikes. I pre-pay for them.
Getting back i to bike scene after 20+ yrs. just got a OM Duro XL 2 weeks ago. Did couple of minor cosmetic upgrades. But what would you recommend to upgrade performance wise?
Honestly I’d wait and see what needs it first. I have a Duro XL and it’s bone stock and rides perfectly still. I updates the stem on my PK Ripper to Knight Bike Co because it looks exactly like the old tuff neck stems we rode in the 80s. I also really like the brokeboyzbmx bars personally. That being said, I think the Duro is one of the best built bikes in SE’s lineup personally
Just picked up a 2020 GT ProPerformer 29 heritage... Havent been on a BMX bike in 25 years and so far I'm loving it.. What would you recommend as far as version of the origin freewheel for this bike?? I believe it comes with a 36T chainwheel, so wondering what my best option would be on the gearing for the freewheel.. Thanks!
Great question and congrats on the new GT! Take your stock freewheel and add one or two teeth and you’ll notice a big difference in how easy it is to pedal and pop the wheel up. My big ripper had a 15 ltooth and I went with a 17 for example👍
RideOutSupply is my first suggestion. Origin8 works too, but RideOutSupply is the one most folks are using right now. Hit their website and look up the chart for blocks flyer and make sure it’ll fit your hub. If you’re unsure, send them a message and RideOutSupply will confirm their 17 will work.
Yes. The gearing is more aggressive than other stock big BMX bikes. They’re taking pre-orders right now for new Goon bikes and I’m not sure if the gearing changed. The older 2020 bikes had the more aggressive gearing though🤘
Great video, I'm 52 and still have my 84 Haro. Just got a Big Ripper today will be looking at changing a few things. Thanks for the advice
These things are fun and feel like those Haros did when we were 13.
I'm 51 ,I use to race bmx stopped is 87 or 88 ,I just ordered a big flyer ,just subbed to your channel ,awesome information
You’re in the right spot🤘 - BMX is just as fun now as it was as kids.
I had a Diamond Back "Silver Streak" I bought brand new around 1984. I had saved all the money from my paper route to buy. I was tired of saving for the PK ripper and settled for the Diamond Back. Here I am a few years later with my my brand new "Big Ripper" at 51 years old trying to make it ride faster and jump higher. Thanks for the video , the tips are spot on!
Nice vid. I am a 72 model . First bmx race 1979 Schwinn Scrambler. I just purchased a 29 SE Big Flyer. Thanks to you.
Yeah the 36/36 Scrambler was my first bike.
72 here as well. The Big Flyer is a great choice. Welcome back to BMX!!
This is REAL COOL. I just turned 50 and Im trying to turn my Marin Stinson into a BMX style looking bike. I basically want to tool around with this before going out and buying a Big BMX.... But I enjoy seeing DIY videos like this. Thank you.. I'm subscribing!!
Thanks Danny! Good luck man. These are super fun bikes to cruise around on and they can take some good abuse.
I did BMX conversion to a 99 hard rock comp MTB. Looks & handles great, just like my first & only BMX from the 80s
@@ipunk1589 bro display pics. That would be cool to see
Great vid, keep em coming. I bought my BMX cruiser last June and I've pretty much been addicted since. I try my hardest to buy everything made in USA so I bought a Bassett Swooper and every part on my bike is made in the USA except for the wheels and tires.
pan8a That’s awesome. Bassett makes amazing bikes. I’m looking forward to riding one sometime. What color did you get?
@@BigBikeBMX white frame and white handlebars all the other parts are black.
Okay. So this is, like, the best TH-cam channel I’ve found. I’m 42, used to ride BMX bikes as a youngster, got a car, STOPPED riding bikes, turned 30 and started getting fat so I got into road bikes, fucked up my back, had surgery, couldn’t ride road bikes anymore and discovered the world of Big Wheel BMX! I am not lying when I say that this channel has been a huge help in my recovery from surgery! I’ve learned so much and I just went on my first 26 mile ride out over the weekend! Just wanted to say a huge THANK YOU to the Big Bike BMX crew for all the inspiration.
Now a question. Because of this video I started running a 17t freewheel on my Purple Rain Big Ripper. Made a huge difference on hills and in pedaling ease in general. But sometimes it feels a little “loose” on the downhill. Can I upgrade my sprocket to balance that a bit more. I’ve heard a 42t sprocket is a good gear ratio for climbing and hills, but also to give you a bit more meat when you pedal on the flats. What would you recommend? Anything special you like?
Thanks again for all that you do and any help with my sprocket issue would be awesome! Can’t wait for future videos!
Check me out bro. I post content regularly
Thanks for the kind words bro! For gearing: The smaller the front chainring, the easier the pedalling. The Purple Rain has 36. If you want a little more balance then you'll want a 37 to balance the 17 in the rear. Personally, I would run the 17 to build leg strength and balance, then go back to the stock 16 size freewheel and you'll probably feel what you're looking for. That's what I did and with my Big Flyer this year. It's the stock gearing.
Welcome to this crazy big bike bmx family Jeffrey!
First upgrades for me, running a 20" used to be the tallest handle bars I could find. Second was a XXXL goose neck, third was two pairs of handle grips, one pair of red and the other black. Forth was sticky break pads, fifth was tires. Somewhere in between there was a decent pedal set. Then came a little higher gear ratio. Oh yeah, almost forgot about the laid back seat post. My knuckles drag the floor, so I needed to stretch out the cockpit.
Great Video! I subscribed because I have recently purchased a GT pro performer 29, I like it lots but riding is a bit of a workout until I lose another 20lbs >.< currently 230 target weight of 190. In the meantime I'd like to learn to wheelie but im still a bit awkward on the bike and its been too cold for me to wanna mess around. For now I just do laps and practice learning manuals and bunny hops when Im feeling spry.
Great info, watching this before I head into the shop at 11, imma ask about getting a free wheel because I’m just trynna cruise around & pop wheelies
My 2019 GT Pro Performer, is pretty much epic out of the box! Since I am 6'5" I want the SE Racing power wing bars!! It already has a laid back seat post. So it is pretty roomy. My 2019 Fast Ripper bars are a little shorter than the GT, and no laid back seat post! But it does have 10 gears! So I am not gonna complain!!! I see there is a new GT 1X9 on the horizon, and I am excited to see it up close and personal!!!
7:22 “Physics, so what you’re telling me is science!” Haha
Recommend Upgrades for a 2021 Fast Ripper.
1st mod - get rid of the skinny thick slick tyres. Throw on a pair of 2.5 inch Maxxis Hookworms Tyres for better grip, tricks, suspension and stability.
2nd - Throw out the Tektros for Shimano Deore Front and Rear Brakes. Way better braking for hill bombing and wheelie control.
3rd - Throw out the cheap platform pedals for a set of DMR Vaults. Lighter, stronger, way better grip and larger balance platform.
4th - Spread out the 10 speed gear range. Upgrade the rear cassette from 11-32 to 11-36. Go 2 up on the front sprocket for motorbike speed hill bombing.
5th - Set of SE Wheelie Pegs.
6th - Bigger bars. I went for a set of Super Big Honk'n bars.
7th - Lightweight Tubes.
8th - Throw on that Bottle Cage for those longer block rolls.
9th - Silm Front n Rear LED night lights.
The stock price is steep, if only the bike actually came like this.
its almost like se bikes suck lol.
Man this vid helps me alot. I just picked up a Cult Devotion 29" i was trying to figure out some good upgrades. It is definitely hard to ride a wheelie on it. So time to start ordering parts. Ill go online and checkem out
Bigger 8 inch bars and easier gearing will help pop that wheel up🤘
@@BigBikeBMX The 29"cult devotion comes 30t -14t stock cassette hub! In your opinion Isaac what cassette and sprocket size would you run for wheelies? Thanks again brotha🤙
Thanks for the review. Im looking at that freewheel to upgrade my SE Flyer
Same bike. Did you end up getting it
Hey Isaac it's Steve from Ventura California finally seen the movie rad it was badass
That’s awesome!
Awesome video. Nice to see people my age talking about these bikes for once. I have not done the freewheel upgrade yet. Mine is getting kinda sloppy.
Back in the 80s I had the same freewheel that came on my Tuff Wheels and then my Peregrine HP 48s. I wanted to change my gearing a little so the freewheel was the easiest thing to swap out. Shaun told me about the points of engagement upgrade so I went for it. It wasn't expensive at all. I immediately felt the difference when I would start to pedal out of wheelies or just resetting my crank arms for a jump etc.
These bikes run beautifully stock, but once you start adding your personal touches and adding parts that you remember from the 80s it starts feeling more and more like home. I'll probably add a GT mallet stem at some point just to complete my 80s look.
Thanks for watching and let me know what you think of the freewheel upgrade if you add it. Good luck!
@@BigBikeBMX I'm not much of a wheelie guy. I was thinking of going with a tooth down on rear for a little more speed. You think white line free wheel is overkill?
@@BigBikeBMX wouldn't mind re learning wheelies though! Lol
@@troygrooms5724 I'm a big believer in quality parts over replacing cheap ones every year. You can't go wrong with the White Industries freewheel. It's sealed and you can tell they care about what they're producing. I've seen guys running $300 Bullseye hub setups on these.
My advice is try the gearing with a cheap freewheel and make sure it's perfect for how you want to ride, and then spend the extra money on the White Ind freewheel.
@@BigBikeBMX great advice, thankyou!
I just recently got a kink 26” put the GT cheat bars and PNW Grips.
I just ordered a Sunday high c 29 can’t wait for it to come in!! Awesome video
Just got mine thinking about a better gear it’s a little to hard
Just stumbled on your stuff today, I'm also an old school freestyle guy from the 80s. Great content and just subbed
Thanks Tommy! Love having more freestyle guys hanging out! Welcome to the club🤘
Little late to the party here, but glad I found the video! Going to replace the freewheel on my Big Ripper to a larger one. SE site says it's a 16T. Also want to replace the stock handle bars with ones that have more rise and then a smaller chain ring in the front?
RideOutSupply has the best affordable freewheel out there. High engagement and low drag.
Bars are fun to play with lots of 8-10” bars out there.
Best advice - go ride it and see what comforts you want to invest in. Complete bikes today are 100% better than the fully custom stuff growing up. Upgrades are mostly for looks and style these days
@@BigBikeBMX I'm really looking to help get that front wheel up, and I think that larger freewheel will help, and some extra rise on the bars might help as well. Getting that ROS 17T right now actually. And totally agreed on the new bikes being much better. My last BMX bike was way back in 1980, a Mongoose that I pretty much only kept the frame stock on. Love your content. Keep up the great work!
Another amazing upgrade are a sealed bottom bracket it makes everything on your se bike sooooo much smoother
MinecraftJesus420 truth. I haven’t needed to upgrade mine yet. It’s still smooth a silent so far after seven months of abuse. When it starts to wear out I’ll probably look into Odyssey or ACS
Isaac Irvine yea also when pedaling and you feel some kind of weird feeling when you crank that’s also a sign it need replacing
Isaac Irvine also I’d recommend this bottom bracket www.deitycomponents.com/store/p62/DEITY_EMBASSY_BB_KIT_%2F%2F%2F_EXTERNAL.html
I bought a big ripper frame and it had came with sealed bearings that had red seals is that factory??
@@michael_christian9461 I think so because the big flyers have unsealed bearings
Ive been looking at a Bassett 29". Great video. Im 54 and going to get back into this. Man if i had his info I'd call to get a bike.
Bassett makes a popular big bike. They’re big. Welcome back bro🤘
Can you do a updated version?
Great suggestion
What is the difference between big ripper and big flyer
It's mostly parts. Big Ripper has better parts . Big Ripper also has the famous loop tail rear end.
How do I choose between a 24, 26 or 29. I thought I really wanted a 26" but the GT pro series Heritage I want (black) only comes in a 29". Its a beautiful bike. So now I'm looking at 29s.
I was worried the 29 would be too big myself. It’s perfect though.
That's whats I got . Pro series 29...Black and gold. I freaking love it man..
i need advice also mate i rode every day the stoped when i broke my back and as a result got old and fat i am heavy and was thinking a big bmx would be strong enough i am 6.3 and 30 stone do you think a big bmx would work for me
Grab a 29 inch BMX bike. You’ll have good leg room and buy some 9” bars. You’ll drop 10 stone by October 💪
Good luck brother!
@@BigBikeBMX sounds like a plan thank you
@@benwynncreations4615 my buddy Matt is 6’5” and he uses 10” bars. Once you have the bike, you’ll know if you want 9 or 10.
Welcome back to BMX brother🤘
@@BigBikeBMX it will be a good summer my main motivation is the kids i got them into biking and now want to also and beeing around a bit longer would not be a bad thing i also what to thank you over the last month i have asked a few channels but never got a answer you are the only one and have given me the motivation to go for it thank you
I’m in the same boat ....80 bmxer.....now I’m kicking 53..a few years ago I watched an old box video....then I went and purchased a Skyway 26 then a Mike Buff 29....I like to do a few upgrades on the freewheel and better breaking....👍👍🤘🤘🤘
Which one do you like better? That 26 inch TA looks amazing in the PlanetBMX videos I’ve seen🤘
Isaac Irvine the Skyway just feels so solid. I have it set up nicely with redline flight cranks and nice bear trap pedals from hutch. The SE is nice also as you ride one..but I think I’ll try your set up on the free wheel and some better brakes. Yes PlanetBMX is the only place that I’m aware of that sells SkYway bikes. 👍🤘
After much deliberation, I bought a 2019 DK Legend 26". Bone stock, I thought it was the cat's pajamas. Gearing is perfect, 50 lbs. tires, good brakes, decent seat. Could not have been happier...until some joneser cut my lock and rogued it.
NOOOOooooo! Bro, that sucks. Keep an eye on offer up. I've seen some great deals on those DK Legend bikes here on the west coast. Good luck bro.
I have a 2021 SE Big Flyer “Black Sparkle” the upgrades I did were new KoolStop Eagle II brake pads, new Tektro lever, and a Halo clickster 17 tooth freewheel. Tryna get hookworms on it, and change my grips to some vans locking grips.
I just grabbed my first 29 today. A black pro compe. The gearing is 36 16. What should I do for a freewheel 17 to get that feel your talking about? I’d like to keep my 36t front sprocket. Any help would be great because i can already feel what you’re talking about .
I would grab a 17tooth freewheel to start with. Once you're comfortable with the balance, you can go down to 16. That's what I did.
hi.thanks for that video tip about brake levers because I like my back on the left front on the right. I was going with shimano DXR and now I got second option .my group1 only come with rear brake and the lever on the right.thanks you keep it up🤟👊.
What are lined cables? My BMX'r has hydraulic disc brakes and a one speed automatic transmission! I kinda like it that my bike is a punkass too!! As for freewheels, the only ones worth their salt are designed for trials bikes. High engagement is required however, durability is priority unless one wants to become one hell of a soprano singer.
Remember Bicycle harbor in Mesa and tempe?good shop in 80's n 90's.
i just got a big ripper 2017 off facebook and i was wondering what freewheel i should get and sprocket im using a rideout supply one. im doing wheelies rn and i mainly just ride street
My best advice on upgrades: save money and just ride it as-is for a month. You’ll have a better idea what you really find valuable as far as upgrades that way.
Just ordered my 29" Big Ripper and am looking at upgrades. It's my first SE bike and like you, I was a BMX child of the 80s! Raced Diamondback and Kuwahara and of course the trusty old Mongoose! Thanks for the info!
Ride it for a few weeks and get a feel for it before you spend money on upgrades. The Big Ripper is a solid bike out of the box. Congrats and welcome back to BMX!
@@BigBikeBMX - half the fun is upgrading the parts! Listened to the Damian Fulton podcast last night. Solid!
Science!
So 80’s..love it!!
I got the profile elite on my 26 master… totally changed the bike!
Hey thank you for the vids
I’ll be checking out the shop
Love your vision logo 👍🏻👍🏻 I’m in Mesa
Thanks man! Phoenix Bike Co is awesome 👏
I got a 36t front sprocket. 27t rear. Not poppin or riding wheelies
I have Haro bmx 26''.Front 36t and freewheel 14t that is very hard to wheelie. Please tell me what is the problem to wheelie in this case.What is the best for wheelie with front 36t and
??t freewheel? What is the size of freewheel ?
Good video . Just bought a Big Flyer and want to upgrade all the parts. I really like the BOX stuff and need an online place I can order my parts and get some advice. Been off a BMX for 40 years time to get back into it. I’ll call the shop and get more ideas. Thanks Guys
Phoenix Bike Co is a great shop. Ask for Shaun🤘
@@BigBikeBMX yeah I'm pretty much hooked on BMX again. It got me into motorcycles and now back on a bike. Full circle
Okay i need help,do i get a big ripper or a big flyer
This comes down to budget. They ride/feel the same. The flyer has steel bars instead of chromoly on the Big Ripper. Slightly better parts on the Big Ripper as well. Here's the key, MOST people upgrade these things with custom parts to their liking so getting a flyer and grabbing new bars and sprocket is likely cheaper than getting a stock Big Ripper. I sold a Big Ripper and purchased a Big Flyer this year and I honestly love the Flyer.
@@BigBikeBMX THANK YOU SO MUCH! will be getting the 2021 stealth mode black
im wanting to get a front brake setup for my high c for some endos, it only has the single center hole on the fork. does anyone know a powerful enough caliper brake that can clear a 57?
Dia compe makes a boomerang plate that bolts there and has 990 posts. 👍
Great Video. I just got a vans big ripper and want to order one of those hornet freewheel’s. I cant find them anywhere. Do you know where I can order one?
Covid ruined the supply chain for BMX parts. You’ll want to check the popular online shops. PlanetBMX might have some RideOutSupply freewheels as well.
What's the narrowest tire available for 29" bmx wheels.
I believe 700c
@BigBikeBMX Hey, thank you. That's real helpful. I didn't know they were the same.
I wanna put a lay back seat post on my big ripper but not one of those old school ones any recommendations my height is 5 10 I need just a bit back…
Since you mention 🐝 hornet freewheel.. I searched that in the internet, long short story .. I bought one and it’s loud
Love the video I’ve been riding for years now mostly bmx n fixie I am 35 now and have gotten into the big bmx se bike scene with my son he’s 13 and we love it I just picked up the new 2021 OM flyer 26 in gold and I love the bike I feel it came with better parts than most se bikes but I don’t want to upgrade to a better freewheel and maybe brake levers and cable I believe the bike came 17 33 tooth so I’m just goin to look into a nice freewheel I like the origin 8 you showed in the video just so you know too this was the best video out there explaining the upgrades I’m new to this too so just seeing what I can do and what I should buy thanks I also picked the new maniac flyer for my son 27.5 so I can’t wait to ride together
With a 36t front what rear tooth count for the freewheel is good for wheellies
This will be personal preference. What size wheels? On my big ripper I’m riding a 33 front 17 rear with 29inch wheels
@@BigBikeBMX hmm, that's pretty close. I have the GT street performer 29" 36t and 17t rear
Just ordered a set of 29" mags I found on Ebay CNC'd out of magnesium in California
What parts would you recommend if I'm running 25T chainring and a 10T freewheel on my FRAMED x Spacecraft 29er BMX bike?
If you're wanting an easier wheelie gearing it's the same advice for all bikes. Smaller chainring or larger freewheel. I'd suggest a new freewheel as you can get better engagement AND easier gearing in one part/upgrade. I'd look at going to a 12 tooth freewheel and see how that feels. As always, check with your local bike shop for the best advice. Look for a high engagement freewheel like Origin8 / Rideoutsupply!
Sad Phoenix bike is closed now 😢 or did he just move
Shaun moved to Average Joes Rideshop in Scottsdale off McDowell and Miller. Were all there now - same vibes🤘
@@BigBikeBMXnice! I’ll have to swing by some time.
I’m 46 purchased a GT Pro series 29 inch bike. Comes with a 33t chain wheel and a 16t free wheel. Would it be easier to learn how to wheelie again with a 17t? Thanks for any help!!!
Yes a 17 would let you Pop it up easier
I have a monster quad and I know I’m still breaking it in but the ring that tightens on my freewheel constantly comes loose.
That's not normal. I'd have a local shop take a look and see if they can tell you what's causing that.
Isaac Irvine thanks that’s my plan, monster quad has a different type cassette than the big ripper as well. I just don’t have the proper tool so I’ll take it.
Ryan Nolan I don’t know much about cassette hubs myself. I have a Sunday Model C and the new PK Ripper 27.5 with them and never had issues so I’d have a shop make sure everything is safe🤘💪
Isaac Irvine dope I used to have a 2012 model c
Isaac Irvine how the gear ratio feel on the pk ripper?
I just noticed that has 39/17 and monster quad is 39/20.
Does this upgrades fits the 29 big flyer blue with yellow tires like the one u got in the shop? I bought that exact same bike brand new for 450$….. but it’s worth it’s price…… it s really bad. Pedal broke , the back wheel is not in line anymore… chain is bad e it s slow , really hard to keep it goin fast….. I’m looking every shop in my city but everyone says bike parts don’t fit that bike, that is Chinese and I should buy a mtb (they don’t get the one wheel lifestyle ) if all of these components, with new pedal and chain and freewheel are gonna let my bike be a real one I’m nna order everything. Is that brake really better than the original one? Cause when I go fast and really high on one wheel, especially to scrape hand, the brake really does not support me even if I fully brake with all my power…… hope u can help, if I can perdere all those part from u I’m na buy it all……
I’m finding very difficult to let that white blue se bike fly like it should. Thank you very much
I don’t sell parts, but call a local shop that knows BMX bikes. Buy the freewheel from RideOutSupply.com. I believe in KoolStop brake pads and a tuned brake. A BMX shop would be your best option for getting parts and tuneup your bike. Big flyers are great, I have two.
after riding my Sunday high c for a month I want to go faster.i just started to learn how to wheelie and I can only pop up the bike. the gearing is 27t x 13t. should I change the sprocket or freewheel. or change both?
Try a 14/15 tooth freewheel to pop up easier. It comes at a cost though. You’ll pedal easier but you’ll lower that top speed with an easier gear.
Any idea what’s wrong with my bike? when I back pedal on my big flyer it feels a little hard and stiff even when I spring it back by hand it feels stiff not smooth.. when I first bought it, it was easier to back pedal I don’t really have any bike knowledge can u help me out?
Sounds like the chain is too tight. Ride to a bike shop and ask them to take a look. They’ll tell you what’s wrong and how to fix it most places.
40yrs old 5'11". On that note I've been looking at the crew 29, they also have a 27.5 that's 3" wide. Both at great prices, which would be best to learn to wheelie?
@@Officialmryuck great question.
I’m similar in height and swap between a 26” and 29”. 29s are comfy and I’d definitely start with a test ride to confirm you like it. Adding a bigger freewheel can make pulling up easier when you’re learning. You’ll be happy with either one, but 29s are slightly easier to find tubes and tires for.
@@BigBikeBMX got a Mafia Medusa 26" for cheap on market place. I'm loving it but I'm going to go ahead with the 27.5, my buddy has a 29er and it seems wonky.. That's just me tho. Great videos btw man thanks!
@@Officialmryuck that’s great! I thought the 26” was small until I spend a day on one. Now, it’s my favorite go to bike. Ride them all and you’ll find the perfect size
Isaac I have a taj Fairdale 27.5 it’s 28t chainwheel and 14t driver and it seems nice but I have trouble getting the wheel back up after tapping breaks or leaning forward. How do I know what size driver will benefit me most?
Great bike bro! I would chat with your local bike shop and see what they suggest as a freewheel / sprocket combo that will give you an easier gear ratio. I just don’t know enough about that bike to tell you what would work. Raising the driver by one tooth should do the trick. Also, work on just feathering the rear brake to bring it down if you start to loop out.
Im trying to replace my 15t freewheel on my big ripper but I can’t find any freewheel removers that’ll fit do you know any that will? Or where to get one?
-- I believe it’s a park FR6👍
Park has a video. The video is called how to remove a free wheel.
Hey @Isaac Irvine I am a older rider and was wondering seeing as I impulse bought a 26 blocks flyer, is there no front brake mod or Upgrade as I also want to do flatland tricks. If it's not possible I will just have to sell the bike and buy one with the front brake option.
I added a front brake with a dia compe Boomerang plate // 990 // and a black ops hollow stem bolt. It can be done. It's just like we did in the 80s before forks had 990 mounts. The boomerang plate goes into the caliper bolt and ziptie the plate to the forks to keep it rigid.
@@BigBikeBMX thanks again i'll look into it. It's crazy there is not one video on it anywhere
I live in a hilly city and just got a sunday high c. Its great but i think i want some more torque and power for hills and to learn how to wheelie easier. What would be a good sprocket upgrade? Do I need to change my freewheel too?
He said he changed his free wheel from a 15 to 17 and likes it a lot better, easier to wheelie.
My haro master 26inch came with 16 teeth. Should I go up 17 or 18? Does 1 tooth make a difference? I am trying to bust wheelies easier.
Ramon Rodriguez I think one tooth feels different, yes. I would make sure your Haro doesn’t have a cassette hub first just to be safe
My 2021 SE city grounds big ripper sounds horrible right out of the box. Lubed the cranks, didn’t fix it. Replacing the freewheel next… but damn it shouldn’t be like that right out of the box
If mine sounds weird out of the box, I start with chain tension... then cranks... then freewheel... If it's a new bike, I'd break it down and rebuild it with new grease etc. That's what a bike shop should do for new assembly. If you do it at home, just do what they would do. Grease the spindle, pedals, metal-on-metal stuff. It sounds like you did that. Check chain alignment on the sprocket next. Good luck.
Does rideout supply make a rear cassette for a monster quad?
Bradley Pfeffer you’d have to grab a new hub. Profile seems to be the preferred hub from what I’ve heard.
what size tooth ros freewheel u use for easier pedal
In my big ripper - 17 tooth
Where can I get a Hornet freewheel?
Whats the best freewheel tooth and sprocket tooth for wheelies and whats the differences between them?
Hey dude. Do you know which sealed hub bearings are the fastest upgrade? When i skateboarded Powell Swiss were by far the quickest.
Just purchased BIG Flyer 29. Thinking of upgrading to 18t with stock 36t. Any thoughts on 18t vs 17t with 36t?
It’ll make it easier to pedal and wheel around the neighborhood. You’ll lose some top-end speed on Linder rides but it’s a great idea if you’re learning wheelies or like super responsive gearing. You can run a 15 on one side and the 18 on the other. That gives you the best of both and you just flip the wheel around to use it.
I thought stranded cable sleeve's were for the gears on MTB & road bikes. Will have to try n see for rear brake's as I prefer fully shielded rear brake cables to prevent snagging on frame bags etc. Finding too much compression on the standard sleeves when long
Quick question, i have a 29” Big Flyer and i want to get the bike to have a little more top speed and get more distance per 1 revolution pedal. The stock ratio is 33/15, if i went to a 39/15 will this help accomplish my goal? Also do i need to modify the stock chain? Thanks
That's a huge jump, but yes it will get you more distance per single rotation of your cranks. I'd look at something closer to a 36 honestly. You'll likely need a longer chain but that depends on how much space you have between the front of the dropout and the axle. I'd consult your local shop to make sure though. You can always call Phoneix Bike Company and talk with Shaun about it if your local shop isn't an option. Good luck!
Thanks for the input, and i wheeie the bike often but im looking to start taking this bike on 6-8 mile rides and was hoping to get a little more distance per petal rev, i noticed the 29” haro group 1 runs a 39/16 from factory so i thought it could be a possibility...
Vintage nukeproof titanium hubs in 700c hed hoops tubular? Any thought for 29 Bmx will they break or should I build em??
As far as performance goes what other upgrades are out there (ex. Freewheel) are there smoother sealed bearings that can roll on a lot longer than standard bearings such as crank bearings or wheel bearings
I have a question I'm 43 years old I used to raise BMX bikes in my teens I just purchased a fast ripper 29" bike It's very hard to get the front wheel up because everything is Stock Can you help me out with some upgrades I really appreciate it Is ideffically need new brakes I was thinking about quick release front and back And also wanted to change out the cranks And the petals Thank you so much
I like taller bars and a bigger rear freewheel to make it feel more like the 80s bikes. The stock cranks and brakes are great. Make sure you’re using quality brake pads like Kool Stop in the right color for your weather conditions. They have a chart on their website. Have fun bro🤘
I have a 2019 Big Ripper and all I put into it so far is Kool Stops and Maxxis. What else should I put? It’s pretty much stock
I changed my bars to 8 inch rise and love it
What are the Best Buy not to price rims
Everything is good but a cable brake idk hydraulic to me is just the way to go for wheelies you don't want that quick stop and hydraulic is just smooth
You're right. I made this video before the PK Ripper 27.5 came out and had never used hydros. Thanks for watching!
Looking for a bike, contemplating between a big flyer or a throne goon, can anyone help give me some advice/input on which i should get? Is throne better than hype se? Im not into combos but most def wanna do wheelies/cruising. going for 29
I love my Big Flyer. Throne makes strong bikes as well. Avoid the bikes using high tensile steel frame tubing. SE, DYNO, Throne are all solid options
I purchased the new 2020 GT Dyno Pro Compe 29” Volker bike...what are your recommendations on upgrading the rear brakes and adding front brakes? Thanks!
I love the Dyno. For brakes, box components makes a solid brake.
Adding a front brake isn’t too hard. I bought a DiaCompe boomerang plate that bolts through the fork in the front like an old-school caliper brake.
Then you can add any 990 style brake. You’ll also need a hollow stem nut so you can drop the brake cable through the stem so you can do bar spins and tail whips.
Would a video on my front brake set up help? I’ll film one if it would help some others👍
Isaac Irvine Yes! Def would help
@@LetsGoDigginSC I'll shoot one tonight and explain the set up!
What is the freewheel name?
That one is Origin8 Hornet. I’d suggest RideOutSupply.com instead. Less drag and just as loud.
@@BigBikeBMX how much is it ?
I have a blackcat freewheel are these good ?
I’m not familiar with them but as long as it works for you, that’s all that matters. I have parts I use and trust but I used a generic freewheel for nearly 10 years in the 80s and never had an issue. So brands don’t matter as much as performance in my book. Just my opinion
@@BigBikeBMX it sounds really crispy when I turn it I mean it does feel like some high grade stuff it was also 80$ so does that mean the more you pay the better perforce you get right ?
@@indigneouschupacabra43 It depends. I always look for the highest engagement I can get first, then I look at other options on a freewheel like drag, etc. Sounds like you're really diggin it so that's all that matters. If an upgrade makes you like your bike a little more, that's priceless to me.
Where can I get that freewheel????
I just bought a 2018 eastern 29inch bmx what should I upgrade
It really depends on which model you grabbed. I did a quick google search and some have high tensil steel frames and some are chromoly.
Did you get one with three-piece cranks? If not, thats a good place to start. I'd also look at the gearing and make sure that's comfortable for your style of riding.
Either way, It should be a super comfortable and reliable bike. Enjoy it!
Hi Isaac as an Old Guy looking to get my first 29" BMX what would you recommend Monster Quad or Big Ripper?
In the late 70s I raced BMX and in the 90s I got into racing Mountain Bikes...
It's been Years since I've had a bike and I'm itching to get back out there!!
I've been looking around on OfferUp for basically SE Racing and I see many including the Fast Ripper lol...
Love the Channel 👊😎
If you’re set on SE - the big ripper or the fast ripper are my suggestions. The monster quad is too big and sluggish for me. A 26” om flyer would feel at home.
Awesome, I was just looking at the Box Components. Can these perches work without locking grips? I cant find that answer anywhere. Thanks, Isaac.
AsphaltSquadron yes sir🤘👍
what website would i go to for the brake cable and the brake lever?
Albes.com, PlanetBMX.com should have both🤘
I like the videos. I’m 43 trying to get back into it. But can’t find any big rippers or flyers for sale . Everyone is sold out and I would rather wait than pay over price because they aren’t cheap to begin with . Any advice on finding one ? I live in NH .
Gary Cowan hey Gary, hang tight and you’ll score one. SE has bikes coming so don’t pay scalper prices. Bikes will hit the shelves and flippers will try and buy them but get stuck when more arrive so it’ll settle down on the secondary market.
Call a local shop and tell them you want one and offer to pay a deposit on their next one. That’s how I get my SE bikes. I pre-pay for them.
nice vids ! Subbed up!!
Thanks for the sub! Welcome to the family!
Getting back i to bike scene after 20+ yrs. just got a OM Duro XL 2 weeks ago. Did couple of minor cosmetic upgrades. But what would you recommend to upgrade performance wise?
Honestly I’d wait and see what needs it first. I have a Duro XL and it’s bone stock and rides perfectly still. I updates the stem on my PK Ripper to Knight Bike Co because it looks exactly like the old tuff neck stems we rode in the 80s.
I also really like the brokeboyzbmx bars personally. That being said, I think the Duro is one of the best built bikes in SE’s lineup personally
Just picked up a 2020 GT ProPerformer 29 heritage... Havent been on a BMX bike in 25 years and so far I'm loving it.. What would you recommend as far as version of the origin freewheel for this bike?? I believe it comes with a 36T chainwheel, so wondering what my best option would be on the gearing for the freewheel.. Thanks!
Great question and congrats on the new GT! Take your stock freewheel and add one or two teeth and you’ll notice a big difference in how easy it is to pedal and pop the wheel up. My big ripper had a 15 ltooth and I went with a 17 for example👍
is the stock gear ratio the same for rippers and flyers? and what’s the best ratio for wheelies in your opinion
25 or 27x9 is the best ratio
Gents how hard is it to add gears to my Big Flyer (Stealth Mode) ?
Can you recommend the entire front brake set up for my 29 gt pro performer
John Howland dia compe boomerang- odyssey 990 - box brake lever. That’s what I went with and it’s great
And ill need the adapter plate correct?
What’s the loudest 17t freewheel I can get for my blocks flyer?
RideOutSupply is my first suggestion. Origin8 works too, but RideOutSupply is the one most folks are using right now. Hit their website and look up the chart for blocks flyer and make sure it’ll fit your hub. If you’re unsure, send them a message and RideOutSupply will confirm their 17 will work.
Great video! Thanks!
Glad you liked it!
what size freewheel should i get for the monster quad ?
hoodiesavion monster Quad has a cassette hub. You can’t run a freewheel on it bro
Isaac Irvine ahh that’s ok thank you
any suggestions on a free wheel for a 2016 fat ripper?
Paul E Doggs RideOutSupply.com has a chart that shows what freewheel fits each SE bike. It’s super useful🤘💪
why is the front sprocket so small?
Evolution. Smaller front larger rear. Feels the same as the basic 44/16 back in the 80s
Is a stock throne the goon pretty quick cause I ride with fixie track guys
Yes. The gearing is more aggressive than other stock big BMX bikes. They’re taking pre-orders right now for new Goon bikes and I’m not sure if the gearing changed. The older 2020 bikes had the more aggressive gearing though🤘