Q: I want to mount a 180 fork. How much flatter does this make the seat angle?
A: Approx: 0.35 ° in SAG position.
Q: I ride the Sram Eagle. With the high pivot construction, everything is a bit different. Can I ride the standard Eagle chainring?
A: They wear out quickly because of the strange tooth profile. We recommend round chainrings from aB
Q: Does the frame accept 6mm diameter brake hoses, like Goodridge steel braided lines?
A: Unfortunately, 6mm hoses do not fit well as the Diameter of the holes is exactly 6mm.
Q: Why not go for a 34.9mm Seatpost?
A: Most seat posts available did not use the bigger diameter's benefits and got heavier. Also, many people would switch the frame and keep some components like the dropper post. However, we are thinking of integrating the Eightpins a bit further down the road,
FAQ
Q: Will you do longer chainstays for taller riders?
A: You can now choose between 0, +10 and +20mm
Q: Will you be shipping internationally?
A: Yes, we sell our frames world wide, either direct or through our dealers.
Q: You mentioned a min. Rear disc of 185mm. It is quite unusual… was 180 mm not possible?
A: Yes, it´s rare, but 180 discs are nearly impossible. also, the 185 Rotor does not allow for all kinds of Rear Brakes; we recommend 203mm with our Adapter. 29er wheels generate quite some torque, and the bike is designed for high speed. Those are the PM Adapter we recommend if you don’t want to use ours:-203mm: Shimano SM-MA-R2003P/S
Q: Can I use regular chains?
Yes here are some guides VHP 18MX, VHP16/29 and VHP16/MX with 16T Idler:
26T Chainring + 10/52T Cassette = 118 Links
26T Chainring + 10/50T Cassette = 116 Links
28T Chainring + 10/52T Cassette = 120 Links
28T Chainring + 10/50T Cassette = 118 Links
30T Chainring + 10/52T Cassette = 120 Links
30T Chainring + 10/50T Cassette = 118 Links
32T Chainring + 10/52T Cassette = 122 Links
32T Chainring + 10/50T Cassette = 120 Links
34T Chainring + 10/52T Cassette = 122 Links
34T Chainring + 10/50T Cassette = 120 Links
Q: How Can i adjust the chainline
A: We use a washer system with three elements so you can set up your desired CL.
Q: How does the Kavenz VHP16/18 compare to the Nomad 4?
A: The Kavenz is similar when it comes to Anti Squat and Anti Rise, which means it accelerates as good and stays as balanced if you hit the rear brake. The Kavenz VHP16/18 offers is a steeper Seattube Angle where especially tall riders benefit from resulting in a more efficient pedaling position. Where we outperform the Nomad is in Downhill, because of the Rearward Axle Path and less Pedal Kickback which means you will keep the momentum with less effort when it gets rowdy and that makes you faster.
Q: Why is the seat tube not steeper like on other bikes?
A: The Kavenz VHP16 features a 77.5° seat tube angle and does not require a steeper one as the geometry is conserved by the extreme high Anti-Squat.
Q: Is the pedal kickback always the same no matter which chainring size I use?
A: The pedal kickback and the Anti Squat are completely independent of the chainring size so it does not matter if you run a 26T or 36T the kinematics always remains the same.
Q: Can I use Oval Chainrings?
A: Yes, but you need high pivot specific Oval Chain Rings to compensate for the different timing. The only company making those that we are aware of is Farside Components.
Q: Which Fox Tune do I need?
A: 2023 DHX2 F-S Cr 2pos-Adj Trunnion Kavenz VHP V5 205-65 ECC010 ECR010 Rezi CM Orange Logo or
2023 FLOAT X2 F-S K 2pos-Adj Trunnion Kavenz VHP V5 205-65 0.3 Spacer x1 CL002 ECR010 Rezi CM Orange Neutral Logoor
2023 FLOAT X F-S K 2pos-Adj Trunnion Evol LV Kavenz VHP V5 205 60 0.4 Spacer CL RM Rezi LMB2 Orange Neutral Logo Kit
Q: I am considering your frame with a OneUp 210 dropper and would like to have it fully slammed in (its 297mm length but including the 15mm actuator).
A: The maximum insertion for the 420mm seat tube length is 280mm but there is more room and this is only the cylindrical area so yes the One Up V2 210 will fit in completely.
Q: Are there any brakes that wont fit into the rear triangle of the Kavenz VHP 16/18 V5?
A: Shimano Saint, Deore XT M8020, Hope V4 and Formula Cura Brakes are not recommended for the Kavenz VHP16/18 V5 the V6 is cleared for all brake models.