You are looking at a well-maintained downhill mountain bike which was hand built in South Africa. Brand new this model retails for $4500 and just the used frame alone is worth $2000. These bikes are very hard to find in the states. If you are looking for the best of the best than this bike is for you.
Izimu DH 2008
Frame
* 1.5" CNC machined head tube- stronger junction, lower ride height possibilities
* shock mounting- 3 position shock rack, finer geometry adjustment
* seat-tube/ top-tube gusset- longer gusset, stronger junction
* One piece CNC machined ISCG BB- increased strength, ease of installation
* Butted 30.9mm seat-tube- light, one piece design, readily available seatposts
Swingarm
* SPI2- simpler, refined pivot interface
* 12 x 150mm bolt thru dropouts, Ali CNC machined axle- stiff solid rear end
* One piece IS brake mount- user friendly, international standard
* Replaceable CNC machined derailleur hanger- tried and tested strength and durability
* Low shock leverage ratio (2.7:1)- more controlled suspension dampening
Tech
* 1.5" (120mm long) head tube
* Custom drawn Al 6082 T6 tubeset
* 73mm ISCG ready bottom bracket
* 30.9mm one piece, butted seat tube
* 34.9mm seat clamp (provided)
* Small and large frame sizes (unchanged stand-over height)
* 8.2" rear wheel travel
* Adjustable shock rack (raise lower BB/ adjust head angle)
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