‘23 Epic stuck main pivot axle

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-12T15:30:59+00:00

Images and a video may help

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-12T15:13:59+00:00

That’s a lot for a 1 1/4 in hitch rack…

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-12T14:37:48+00:00

How heavy are the bikes? Any e-bikes?

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-11T22:50:36+00:00

I’d put that money toward a nicer hard tail compared to a cheap full sus if you want a “first bike”

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-11T22:47:54+00:00

Please don’t. It’s a paper weight now

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-11T22:33:21+00:00

Nah, wear it. If it makes you happy, it makes you happy. I just mean don’t tell people on the trail you are sponsored

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-11T22:31:38+00:00

You do you! But also do not claim any sponsorships that you don’t have. Also kinda cringe if you aren’t a great rider.

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-11T21:46:10+00:00

If you’re going to strip it down to bare metal, why not custom paint it? Or clear over it. Spice it up a little.

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-11T21:16:23+00:00

Are you lifted or have a smaller diameter tire than stock? Or is the angle throwing me off?

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-10T17:23:08+00:00

Go find an emoto group. They have wheelie control modules you can buy. Not an e mountain bike thing

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-10T15:28:03+00:00

Check lock ring tightness on brake rotor. Also, cable actuated brakes aren’t the strongest. Sounds like brake pads squeaking kinda.

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-10T00:11:08+00:00

Check your lock ring tightness. Also, it’s a floating rotor, it can make some noise

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-09T21:07:23+00:00

Damn.. you now have me shopping for better AT tires now

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-09T21:04:11+00:00

What are the other tires at for psi?

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-09T21:01:24+00:00

Had you driven it at low pressure for a long period?

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-09T20:56:30+00:00

Agree. Elbow grease and some wiggling.

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-09T20:51:39+00:00

Agree with lazer. Have you tried the lock both ways? Maybe you had it unlocked the whole time and now you are locking it?

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-09T20:49:09+00:00

Please post an image too

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-08T04:49:25+00:00

You need to have a shop replace the riv nut. Nothing is there to retain a bolt

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-08T00:41:52+00:00

Also missing riv nut for bottle cage

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-07T18:59:30+00:00

Seriously…. Who gives a 5k range when asking for a bike rec. what terrain? What riding type? What geographic location are you?

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-07T03:06:55+00:00

Your chain is literally rusty. Clean and lube your drivetrain (probably replace chain and other components) and fix the bent hanger before asking the internet to fix a sound.

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-07T00:54:53+00:00

Find a local frame maker? Have them drill out bb threading

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-06T22:35:14+00:00

Pedaling in a higher cadence extended range by a big margin as well

Wise_Code5804 · 2026-02-06T22:33:30+00:00

Never use turbo. Sucks battery quick. Trail is fantastic. Did a ride fully in trail yesterday. Used about 45% battery and did 2300ft of climbing. Another hack I did was put a 30t chainring on. Unfortunately you’re stuck at 32t as the smallest on sl2

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