Hydraulic Groupset on a Budget: LTWOO RX at 2000km

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L-TWOO’s new hydraulic groupsets are incredible value, but how do they stand up to long term use?
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So i’ve been using the L-TWOO RX 2x12 speed carbon groupset on my road bike for the last 6 months, and I've clocked up just over 2000km. I bought it from AliExpress, and compared to the mainstream options like Shimano 105 or Ultegra, it is VERY competitive in terms of price, but should you consider it?
The groupset was very easy to install, and It has been performing really well overall. The braking performance of the hydraulic disc brakes has been incredible, and the hoods are also very comfortable.
However it’s not perfect, and there are a couple of things worth delving into. The shifting performance, while good, does need some tweaking. The calipers have corroded slightly, and the shifters did initially rattle. BUT I still think it is an incredible option for a budget carbon road bike in 2023.
In this episode, I’ll give you a rundown of the groupset, demonstrate you what to look out for, and show you why it has impressed me so much!
L-TWOO RX Build video:
• Worth the extra cost? ...
Grub screw & rattling shifter fix:
• INCREDIBLE 1x12 gravel...
Groupset links:
R9 - 11 speed: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DE1...
RX - 12 speed: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmQ...
GRT gravel - 12 speed: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdC...
GR9 gravel - 11 speed: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCe...
Timestamps:
00:00 - Start
00:39 - Context - Why should I care?
01:38 - The good stuff - Installation
02:45 - The good stuff - Braking performance
03:23 - The good stuff - Comfort
03:57 - Other stuff - Rattling shifters
06:31 - Other stuff - Shifting performance
07:59 - Shifting Demo
09:21 - Other stuff - Corrosion
10:48 - Other stuff - Snapping levers
12:28 - Tips and Tricks
14:27 - Caliper Teardown
15:47 - Conclusion
Intro roll:
Created by Dev Joshi - www.go2dev.co.uk
Instagram: / tracevelo
Email: tracevelouk@gmail.com
Please note:
With the exception of Siroko, all products demonstrated in this video have been purchased by me, and I have no affiliation to any of the sellers or vendors shown.
In addition, I am not a professionally trained bike mechanic. There can be risks associated with using products that are unbranded, untested, or come from sources where the provenance is unknown. Please talk to a qualified bike mechanic if you are in any doubt.
In essence, be careful, do your research, and cycle safe!!!

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@andyamos8594 Жыл бұрын

Luke, you are THE reference for chinese bike part reviews! When the likes of Shimano and Sram are hitting the clouds with hi tech, high prices, an increasing number of us mortals are looking to you for the more down to Earth affordable alternatives! Keep them coming!!

@TraceVelo Жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy! Yeah now I just need to get my hands on the ERX electronic groupo from L-TWOO!!!!

@KeakiLp Жыл бұрын

@@TraceVeloIsn't a 105 di2 even cheaper?

@rosomak8244 Жыл бұрын

There is NOTHING hi-tech about bikes. It's all quite lower end technology compared to cars or moto-cycles. It is all just an exercise in excessive marketing.

@jamble7k Жыл бұрын

@@rosomak8244indeed but its interesting to see cheap stuff coming out of China

@mlee6050 Жыл бұрын

There is me, just a mortal going trek Emonda ALR with SRAM red axs and axs dropper (building myself)

@belverticale Жыл бұрын

Yes right I agree...it's the 12-speed arms race that's frustrating...go for the 11-speed mechanical so the indexing isn't so sensitive. 2 x 11 is absolutely fine gearing wise, even with a wide range 11 - 34 as they keep the jumps small down at business end of the cassette. Also good luck with going full-time on the channel...the videos are superb and you've nearly cracked 100k subscribers. Live long and prosper, chief.

@TraceVelo Жыл бұрын

Thanks Simon, yeah totally with you. 12 speed on electronic groupsets make sense, on mechanical it's a bit of a marketing gimmick. It can work, and I actually tuned the shifting up a little more after editing this video, so it is pretty much perfect, but it's just so finicky. 11 speed is still where it's at for mechanical groupsets!

@chris1275cc Жыл бұрын

It also locks you out of certain gear ranges too if you are on an HG freehub, for Gravel basically it's 50T+ cassette mullet or nothing. I almost made this mistake I had The GRT in the basket, then went looking for a 12 speed HG 11-40 and they don't exist! Ironically having the 1 extra gear would have given me 2 less usable gears.

@DanikoLP Жыл бұрын

@@TraceVelo For the crankset I would always buy something used with a (best case) spider Powermeter or a simple Ultegra/105 crankset and a Stages/4iiii left power meter crank. @Trace Velo Are the Shimano based Stages/4iiii left sided power meter cranks compatible with Sensaticx-Cranksets, like the included PR4 crankset from them? This would be phenomenal. From the pictures, it looks very Shimano like. What inner bottom bracket do they actually use in this shimano styled crankset, because they also have real SRAM dub cranksets as I've seen.

@veganpotterthevegan Жыл бұрын

I have a Ratio Technology 12sp ratchet in old 11sp Red shifters and the indexing is extremely simple and I'm not doing regular adjustments.

@chris1275cc Жыл бұрын

@@DanikoLPThat's good timing. I was just servicing my PR4 and happened to have a new Ultegra crank nearby (waiting for a frame to go in) I checked and the arm does fit on the PR4. I put one on my gravel bike during the "parts shortage" (over 16000km on it so far no issues) It uses a standard 24mm spindle the BB I'm running a Hope BSA (road). The PR4 is a little heavy, in many ways its a bit like an old Shimano MTB crank with a narrow Q-Factor, but I see no reason to swap it out for the GRX I originally wanted unless it fails or wears out. By that time I might actually be able to buy a GRX in 165!

@chinitoreno Жыл бұрын

Trace Velo is definitely up there as one of KZfaq's go-to cycling channels, with all the quality reviews and builds Luke has put up in his videos through the years. Definitely, I would be one to vouch for the knowledge I gained from watching these quirky vids that entertain me so much. No matter what happens Luke, we'll always be here to leave baguettes in the comment section in every upload. 🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖

@BloodyClash Жыл бұрын

exactly. also his enthusiasm is so nice to watch. you don't get that scamaroni feeling you get from many other channels

@dylan-5287 Жыл бұрын

😊

@FlorezGarage Жыл бұрын

Trying brand named bike gear during Holliday's??what a disappointment 😂😂😂 the baguette army will get you 🥖🥖🥖🥖 Thanks for your videos!

@cunvericht Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more on the 11 speed spec. I can't justify the jump to 12. Also appreciated the look inside the caliper to show the guts. Keep up the great videos 🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖

@TraceVelo Жыл бұрын

Yeah with any mechanical groupset, I wouldn't bother right now, stick with 11 for sure!

@studio61hairboutique Жыл бұрын

Wow I just ordered it the 12 speed before watching this video ! Hopefully it be fine !

@MoiseCoulon17 10 ай бұрын

@Tracevelo - Brillant videos and work, love the format of your videos and the KZfaq comments from the community also very valuable. Having read near most on this video, it seems to me that: a)divided opinions on need for 12 speed need be investigated in further videos, but I think it should be 10 x 2 vs 11 x 2 vs 12 x1 where the 12 x 1 use a casette like 9-46(xdr drive). ...and b) 12 speed being finicky on the l-twoo shifters to be explored further as good comment suggestions include use of special 12 speed campagnolo cables and use of shimano grx derailleur and caliper.

@Arnoud115 Жыл бұрын

I think the corrosion might have to do with galvanic corrosion due to brake dust from the pads. The pads have different metals in them as compared to the nut. When these differently charged metals come into contact an electrochemical process starts, causing the corrosion. This will be accelerated by the presence of salt, acting as a good electronic and ionic conductor.

@michaelrowave Жыл бұрын

Also, Shimano paints the bolts and the nuts above the threads as well. Road salt would explain it being on downward side and simply a mild coating that was easily affected. I live by saltwater so galvanic corrosion is a daily condition.

@theonemanopinion2764 Жыл бұрын

It will be galvanic corrosion from the difference in metals between the calliper and the bolt. One will be steel and the other aluminium. The zinc coating on the bolt will be the sacrificial material. The callipers would dissolve if not.

@eeul Жыл бұрын

Hey Luke, it's really touching how upfront you were about whats a stressful move away from 'regular employment'. The community has always admired your willingness to take risks and impart the knowledge (good or bad) that comes with the well documented experience you publish. Congratulations again for following what you believe in🥖❤

@monztrluvr Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video, Luke !

@alexjohnstonjohnston5374 Жыл бұрын

Great level of detail (and entertainment) as usual!

@Schubskii Жыл бұрын

You got this, keep the quality content coming and I can only see it working out

@HindsightFPV Жыл бұрын

You're doing a great job, I don't even ride road bikes. I watch because I find you entertaining. I ride mountain bikes but I like to keep up to date on things in the cycling industry and you fit the bill perfectly. 🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖

@wazzup105 Жыл бұрын

Informative and entertaining. Thank you!

@arrieventer1691 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you Luke

@icorlaiti Жыл бұрын

Now I feel bad for never sending a message of support so here goes... You are great!!! For next projects, think about doing crazy hack things like pairing a cues derailleur with road shifters and stuff.

@lunatala2017 6 ай бұрын

Great video! Keep posting more of this, I enjoy watching your bike reviews, goodjob!

@InvertedProphet Жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your content. Thanks Luke. I've learned a lot watching you. And I love a good budget build. Great work. 🥖

@DavidVidaurri Жыл бұрын

❤❤❤❤ keep them vids coming and I’ll keep watching

@adoj105 Жыл бұрын

Keep providing awesome content as long as you find it fulfilling and enjoyable and I hope the channel continues to support you both personally and financially. 🥖🥖 Thanks for all of the entertaining and informative perspectives on bike maintenance and parts.

@alexf7173 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review 👍 great Video as always

@chrisbowman2030 Жыл бұрын

Wishing you all the best! Love your channel!

@RAj-vy9bj Жыл бұрын

Keep it going Luke. Your doing great

@ssenssel Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, I'm right at the early stages of planing my 1st Carbon speed budget bike build. Very helpful. Congrats on leaving your full time job so you can help us budget builders. Cheers from Brazil.

@jonathangreen7111 Жыл бұрын

You're doing a great job mate. Well done, thank you and good luck.

@bazzahead7282 Жыл бұрын

Good on you Luke! Another excellent vid 👍🏻

@ilikewasabe Жыл бұрын

Great intensive review again Luke! I always learn allot from watching your vids! Both entertaining and informative

@rustambek817 Жыл бұрын

Luke thank you for your work!!! You are a great 🥖!!!

@robertdean3800 Жыл бұрын

Top man Luke all the best going forward look forward to more of your in-depth informative vids

@omerduzyol8741 Жыл бұрын

I think you are a true asset to the biking community on KZfaq. I have been using your recommendations for years for my parts selections with great success. Keep it up :0)

@siklistangbugoy4100 Жыл бұрын

Been watching since 2020 and learned a ton of stuff. More power to you!

@Gregory_tottie Жыл бұрын

Love your channel and glad you’re doing it full time. Congrats. 🥖

@tardishousemafia5246 Жыл бұрын

I really can’t wait for your review of eRX

@jeffkolodny Жыл бұрын

Keep up the great work!

@keithmorlen4907 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video as per usual. Thanks for what you do. I've purchased gear because of your testing. 🥖

@jasonjaeger7383 Жыл бұрын

This guy does fantastic reviews and is so genuine!

@richardharris8538 Жыл бұрын

I'm glad things are working out for you, Luke. We value your content.

@grahamosborn-yj3vx Жыл бұрын

Luke love your vids you are funny with great information. gods speed to you👍🏆

@richienovianto Жыл бұрын

Supporting your channel from Indonesia! Godspeed, Luke!

@tugaracestore Жыл бұрын

Great video, keep it up as a KZfaqr, that's the way to go! Congrats in your decision

@blackfi12e622 Жыл бұрын

Excellent longevity follow-up video. Hopefully the QA issues will be solved down the road. As for the anxiety and nervousness of diving into something that may or may not work out, I know how that feels. Keep at it Luke! 🥖

@boyacki Жыл бұрын

You're killing it!! Definitely my favourite channel for a weekly uplift and happy that you're happy!!🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖

@crusty_the_alpaca Жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your videos, thanks Luke! 🥖

@thomasalison6188 Жыл бұрын

Another smashing bike video from Trace Velo!!Good luck with the new career path Luke!

@yusufgulenben Жыл бұрын

Keep calm and do your ambition! im here to support your work

@onegrapefruitlover Жыл бұрын

It’s great to see these updates. Not many (if any) reviewers actually use the products for a good while! This is my favorite bike channel by far 🥖🥖🥖

@stevetreinen6070 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your positive attitude even when things aren't perfect. Cycling should always be fun! Long time subscriber.

@editdroid99 Жыл бұрын

Nice one. I felt you speaking directly to me when you were talking about trepidation toward setting up / bleeding hydraulic brakes. Looks like I need to go watch another video. Thanks again for the great content! 🥖🥖🥖

@shaank1875 Жыл бұрын

These reviews and just your content in general are 10x more entertaining, informative, thorough, and fair than channels like GCN. AND your level of production is so good too!!! I wish there were more channels like yours since I always find myself wanting more!! Keep up the amazing work, Luke!! 🥳

@TraceVelo Жыл бұрын

Thanks Shaan, what an awesome comment! I always put my all into these videos, so glad that is coming across!

@becyk_du_quebec Жыл бұрын

Been watching you for a while, very good editing and always important details mentioned during installation of parts. Good luck with everything and hopefully things work out for you. I hear more and more people looking to buy chinese wheels and parts in my club rides, so they'll need more of your very informative videos on all the upcoming parts from Ali/China :) Cheers.

@rolandhannewijk4884 Жыл бұрын

Keepup the good work!

@jarosawkus1976 Жыл бұрын

Keep up good work mate, channel is very interesting and you deliver the content in an amazing way. Wishing you all the best Luke!

@MatteoBadini Жыл бұрын

Great work Luke! You upgraded the quality of you videos with more consistent uploads, not something that anyone can achieve. I hope that the channel continues to grow because you deserve it 💪🏼

@vixxenMTB Жыл бұрын

This mimics my experience with the GRT very well. It's very finicky in the harder gears, especially the second hardest. I actually found it worked best with a Sram 12 speed road cassette, a Rival XPLR 10-44, than Shimano spaced 12 speed road (Sram is spaced ever so slightly wider). Keeping portions of the cable that are bare against the plastic/resin of the shifter and derailleur a little lubricated and clean really helps with those downshifts in the harder gears. What's causing the lazy shifting is that the shifter releases the cable fully but resistance along the cable's path, and a lack of strong enough spring tension in the derailleur's lateral movement, keep the cable from being pulled all the way immediately at the derailleur end when there is less cable tension. As you found, keeping tight turns out of the cable housing really helps. I think if L-Twoo just had a stronger spring pulling the derailleur outboard (thus putting more static tension on the cable and pulling on it more strongly from downshifts), the problem would go away and the shifting would be crisp all the way down the cassette. As a point of interest, I'm currently running the shifters with a GRX 810-series rear derailleur, and this has improved the downshift quality immensely. The L-Twoo RX, GRT, and R9 shifters all pull the same cable ratio as Shimano Road 11-speed derailleurs, so it's all full interchangeable :) edited to add: pull the shifter hood cover back and watch the exposed bit of cable as you downshift; you can see it doesn't pull all the way at lower cable tension/harder gears and takes a second to let all the way out

@janeblogs324 Жыл бұрын

Yes its a parallelogram spring tension issue. 20 year old shimano have this issue with the spring weakening, ltwoo must be using the worse quality spring steel so I think my shifting will get much worse. I'm going to try to tie up 2 or 3 coils to increase the tension with some kevlar thread I have. The high gear limit screw also fouls if you screw it in too far.

@oatmoped Жыл бұрын

Interesting.. would have guessed they use sram road pull ratio like Sensah does. Does it shift as well as all GRX now? My Sensah RD gave up on me after a year and I’m running a sram apex one with Sensah shifters. (But the breaking suuuucks)

@MoiseCoulon17 10 ай бұрын

Thanks @vixxenMTB . Are you basically using L-twoo 12 speed shifters with shimano GRX 11 speed derailleur? Am trying to establish if the pull ration of L-twoo 12 speed shifter is same as shimano 11 speed grx shifter! By the way, this mean lots of upgrade possible, could imagine buying only the l-twoo shifters and buying dérailleurs and calipers from Shimano.

@vixxenMTB 10 ай бұрын

@@MoiseCoulon17 that's actually exactly what's on my main bike, now! Just the L-twoo shifters, a Shimano GRX-RX812 11 speed RD, and Shimano flat mount brake calipers. The L-Twoo brake calipers are fine, just sort of heavy and inelegant with the adapters

@MoiseCoulon17 10 ай бұрын

@@vixxenMTB Brilliant. For cable pull of the L-twoo 12 speed road shifter, I am trying to work out if it will be the same as the miroshift 12 speed bar-end shifters BS-SR-M12-R which seem to be the only mechanical bar-end shifters for 12 speed in the market. The BS-SR-M12-R are compatible with "SRAM MTB 12 Speed X-Actuation" and I found it (in a forum only) it was likely to be 3.48mm cable pull for that. Another clue ios that L-TWOO also makes MTB 12 speed shifters and all advertised as 1:1 ratio (whcih does not mean much) like SRAM so there is a possibility the L-TWOO 12 speed shifters (road and MTB) will have the same cable pull as the BS-SR-M12-R shifters an the SRAM MTB 12 speed shifters. Anyone knows cable pull (in mm) for the L-TWOO 12 speed ?

@danalec4742 Жыл бұрын

Great video, mate. Awaiting the hydrolic Sensah groupset review. 😊

@Kazyow 11 ай бұрын

More power to you bro. You are so entertaining/ engaging. My friends and I literally waits for your next vid uploads and reviews on these cycling parts whether it's cheap or not. Much love here from Philippines lol

@davidgarza2267 Жыл бұрын

Rocking the Ltwoo GR9 on my gravel bike. Pulled the trigger after watching your video a while back. I agree that 11sp is definitely where its at for mechanical. Thanks for all your hard work and super helpful insight!

@Speedy.V Жыл бұрын

Dude. Your awsome. I've been telling every one of my bike friends about the great bike parts from china. I'm glad that someone like yourself is able to show everyone on KZfaq how great these parts are.

@antonmilius5197 Жыл бұрын

you make really good content. the editing is top notch 🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖

@targaW3007 Жыл бұрын

You are one of the most friendly and honest guys here at KZfaq. If someone should do this full time then it’s you. Looking forward to you next video. Cheers from Munich

@stephenbrown590 Жыл бұрын

Making a break, from the 'usual' career is of course a scary step but if you're enjoying it, it's already a win! Love your reviews Luke. You're personable, to the point, and I look forward to your uploads. I share your Aliexpress enthusiasm!

@sambryer8625 Жыл бұрын

Glad you’re happy with your decision to go full time now! I’ve been enjoying the channel since way back, and I’ve applied a fair few of your recommendations to the bike. Also can really see the improvement in quality since this became the day job, keep smashing it 🥖🥖🥖

@Carmelov2012 Жыл бұрын

Definitely one of my favorite you tube channels period the content for the avg rider on a. Budget is awesome. Thanks to you we don’t have to go blind when we want to buy Chinese parts for are bikes. Keep it up 👍🏽

@DnDMF Жыл бұрын

Love your detailed reviews, Luke. And no, this won't go down in flames. Missed the intro music though. 🥖

@gavinrogers1968 Жыл бұрын

I really do hope this works out for you as well ,it's throughly deserved a new trace velo upload is always appreciated

@donavinnezar Жыл бұрын

keep it coming man , its people like you who are convincing me to want a gravel/road bike. coming from mtb im surprised road is having so many issues with 12speed

@Natuh21 Жыл бұрын

Great to know that ur gonna focus on making videos, I always wished I could watch more of ur videos but they were quite rarely made ( 1 per week if Im not mistaken). Warm hug from Brazil 🤗.

@1973jrb Жыл бұрын

Great content as per usual. Keep up the good work. Have you any plans to do a factory tour of one of these suppliers? That would be interesting to watch.

@phynex5555 Жыл бұрын

I announced you as most excellent cycling youtube channel for chinese cycling parts. Well detailed explanation on the parts and bike assembly. No one could have done any better than you !

@merckxy54 Жыл бұрын

Great video's Luke. Keep 'em coming great to hear your comments on all the chinese kit that is available on-line these days!

@philmara44 Жыл бұрын

Great vidéo, continue Luke go go

@tsangphilipfs4489 Жыл бұрын

Very good job, keep it up 😊

@niekosify Жыл бұрын

Keep it up Luke, great video again 👍 Always enjoy your thorough and humorous reviews of these china parts that are getting better and better. Good luck with the full time youtube job! 🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖

@alexjohnstonjohnston5374 Жыл бұрын

Ps regarding your message at the end - I think we all forget that you don’t know us as well as we think we know you! Good luck with it mate 🥖

@TraceVelo Жыл бұрын

Cheers Alex! You folks are all strangers, but I love the support, really keeps me moving forward!

@Calfa2x Жыл бұрын

I don't even own or care for road bikes since I only do MTB but I still watch all your videos, Luke. That's proof of how entertaining you are and the great way how you present your content. Congrats on going all in on your youtube career, I know you will do great. 🥖🥖🥖🥖

@veggiechowder8877 Жыл бұрын

Keep going Luke 🎉🎉🎉

@grantchandler8294 Жыл бұрын

I think you made the right decision if you never give it a go you'll never know. I primarily ride MTB but I watch every video you put out. Well done 👍

@user-pj8kv5fy1j Жыл бұрын

I got this set after your reviews. very happy with the purchase, thank you for the review. your videos are great. good luck with your art. you are the only blogger whose video I watch immediately (IMMEDIATELY) after the appearance. The main thing is to be happy.

@user-pj8kv5fy1j Жыл бұрын

1x11 gr 9 groupset )

@stujohn37 Жыл бұрын

As always, what quality video, keep up the good work, and never doubt you have done the right thing. 🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖

@martinmorris7823 Жыл бұрын

I don’t even cycle, came across the channel 6 months ago and haven’t missed a vid since. Very entertaining and interesting content Luke and I’m sure it will prove the right decision to focus solely on this 🥖 🥖 🥖

@gileslewismortimer Жыл бұрын

Really nice piece at the end of the video Luke. I started watching your videos after watching the ultrasonic cleaner video you did. I bought some Siroko stuff recently with your code, partly because I wanted to try some of their stuff, but partly to support your amazing channel 🙂. Also. Love the baguette emoji trend! 🥖🥖🥖

@simonwalker2460 Жыл бұрын

I think people would watch your channel Luke no matter you were testing👍

@josefedericopresno6668 Жыл бұрын

Great review. Good groupset for the money

@jaz97 Жыл бұрын

Congrats on the full time channel. I been watching for a few years now even though I cant afford to build a bike lol 🥖🥖🥖

@joepilimai4604 Жыл бұрын

I grabbed the 12speed GRT aluminum set. Install pretty straight forward, bled the brakes, tuned, done. So far it’s been great.

@terryvoice3908 Жыл бұрын

Another excellent video, I recently built a TFSA frame JH033 with an Elite Wheelset and then splashed the cash on a SRAM Rival AXS 12 speed group set (only one set of cables internally routed through the aero bars), the build was easy all disc mounts had been faced the BSA bottom bracket threads were perfectly machined, chameleon paintwork excellent. I was certainly inspired down this route because of the excellent content that you have been producing over the last few years. keep up the great work and videos, maybe some electronic group sets coming??

@Leandrodesero Жыл бұрын

Ltwoo e-rx please.Good luck in this new journey.A hug from Brazil!

@FiveMinuteVelo Жыл бұрын

🥖🥖🥖 well done another great video. I do hope your further adventures into the realms of KZfaq stardom plays out well. Like you, I too, was a bit nervous about hydraulic plumbing. But recently I bought an e-bike with the brakes the opposite way around to the BS Standard - that is rear on the right. I decided to swap the hydraulic lines over to get the front brake on the right lever. Now i was expecting to have to bleed the system and I bought all the stuff ready to do that. However, I just unscrewed the hydraulic lines and swapped them over. When I took the hydraulic lines out of a few drops of oil we lost. However once I reassembled the line into the opposite leavers, the whole system worked without any additional bleeding or adjustments. Not nearly as scary as I was expecting.

@romanelli9999 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see you using "up shift" and "down shift" correctly, so many other channels don't.

@mattwooding7445 Жыл бұрын

Luke, because of you my new/old MTB project has some lovely looking ZRace cranks on it. 🥖🥖🥖Keep going! 🥖🥖🥖

@madradsprad Жыл бұрын

I bought the R9 version first, and loved it. After about 3 months I succumbed to 12 speed envy... Both are great, but my R9 group shifts better so it's back on the roadie 😁 going to build a gravel 1x soon with the 12 speed pieces.. Love the channel! 🥖🥖🥖

@2wheelsonline 11 ай бұрын

Luke... I'm addicted to cycling/building bikes but you could talk about any other subject (within reason) and I would stay subscribed to your channel to watch. I just love ur style and humour! I always look forward to the next 'show'! 😍😍

@Crand0m Жыл бұрын

I'm not in the market at the moment for these cheaper Chinese bike parts, but might be in the future, so I'm watching/liking/subscribing so you succeed and there's a good source for the information in the future.

@christophervergara2962 Жыл бұрын

Luke, keep on with the awesome work. I've been following you from around 3 years (even though I do not speak english). Greetings and baguettes 🥖 from the far away land of Chile.

@christophervergara2962 10 ай бұрын

By the way: do you know if ultegra (or 105) front derailleur is compatible with the front shifter? I've been wanting to purchase this groupset, but I do not like the brake calipers... I was thinking on getting both L-Twoo levers and rear derailleur; but shimano FD and brake calipers... I would really apreciate your help.

@robprice7242 Жыл бұрын

Well done Luke, informative and well presented. 🥖🥖🥖🥖

@hawkeyelikesbikes Жыл бұрын

I've been running Shimano 12s mechanical on my two mountain bikes for a couple of years now, including the incredibly brutal Convict 100 XC marathon last month. NO issues at all with inconsistent shifting - I never have to adjust it, ever. So I think the comments on the reason why Shimano went all-electronic are speculative. I will say that the old-school cable routing used on L-Twoo is a pain in the ass with collecting grit and contamination in wet conditions and is a deal-killer for me, as replacing the cable outer down there after every wet ride is going to get old real fast. i'm glad to have gotten rid of my last bike with that system a few months ago. I much prefer the "Shadow+" routing that Shimano now uses, which uses gravity to minimise the amount of contamination that accumulates down there and messes with your shifting. Also less prone to having wear n the pivios affect shifting accuracy.

@kelvindavison3314 Жыл бұрын

Another cracker Luke, can't wait until you 🥖 on with your next video! You're already smashing it out of the park into someone's front room. 👍

@danielbirchett6439 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on going full time Luke! You’ve earned it. I’m liking the little on-bike clips in amongst the meat (parts). I said “on-bike” so please don’t fall off and break a shifter again 😅 Great content, really like the green callipers (😍) and see you next time.

@Boopop1024 Жыл бұрын

Good luck with going full time. Completely understandable that you'd be anxious, and of course you're right that it may not work out. That said however, you think there's a chance that it could go well, and if you don't take that chance to find out you'll regret it in the future. Good luck!

@tovinpoh Жыл бұрын

very good video contents from your hard work, interesting to catch up your channel. You may include few of daily riding videos in the future.

@LeonForsterHulst Жыл бұрын

🥖🥖🥖 Top Quality video as always Luke!! 🥖🥖🥖 Belated congratulations on going full time! Love your honest and upfront opinions on the alternative options offered in cycling hardware etc Really refreshing and greatly appreciated. Now you're full time, will there be any new additions to your content?

@mwd21 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been running this groupset now for 6 weeks and overall I’m pretty happy. Yes tuning took a bit to get right but good now. The only problem I had was a faulty left shifter. The brake lever was very stiff and wouldn’t release quickly. I’m glad to say the Aliexpress store replaced it fairly promptly. I agree with you on 11sp option purely for the amount of parts available. I had to compromise on certain aspects of the build. I’d give it a 7.5 out of 10 so far.