Momsen 2015 al029

[Riaan Wolmarans]

Hey guys, does the Momsen 2015 al029 come with lock out socks shocks and what do you think of the bike?

[Mojoman]

From the spec sheet it would appear that the bike does have lock out socks....
http://momsenbikes.com/archives/2015-bikes/al029/

 

 

I have a 2019 Momsen AL129 that has done me well...although I have upgraded the fork and drivetrain over the last 18 months or so. 

What price have you been quoted on the bike?

 

[Riaan Wolmarans]

It is a secondhand bike, the guy wants 3000 for it.

[Riaan Wolmarans]

What was the reason for replacing the shocks of your Momsen, are the air or springs?

[Mojoman]

What was the reason for replacing the shocks of your Momsen, are the air or springs?

I had an issue with the Suntour air fork....I received the replacement parts (air cartridge) and fitted but had the same issue again a few months later. I did receive replacement parts again but wound up buying a new fork...not saying you will have an issue (I had no problem getting replacement parts but I did fit them myself...)

 

Do note that this bike takes a straight steerer fork...and your wheels are also 9mm QR...replacement forks are a bit scarce with these requirements.

 

The fork on the bike you are considering is a coil fork

 

https://www.srsuntour.com/products/fork/XCT30-6258.html

 

http://momsenbikes.com/archives/2015-bikes/al029/

 

Its also an 8 speed....for me personally....I would offer around R2/2500 or hold onto your money and save or shop around a bit more...This is what a new 2018 model will cost you...

https://bike-addict.co.za/products/momsen-al029-2018

[Riaan Wolmarans]

Thank you for all your input, i realy appreciate it. One last thing, the lock out knob does not work properly. What could be the cause and what will it cost to fix?

[Riaan Wolmarans]

I am taking up the mtb now, still very uneducated with all of this.

[Mojoman]

Thank you for all your input, i realy appreciate it. One last thing, the lock out knob does not work properly. What could be the cause and what will it cost to fix?

To be honest I wouldn't bother throwing money at fixing it..(Unless you can do some DIY and have a look yourself).I can count on one hand the amount of times I have bothered using my lock out (then again I am seldom on smooth roads etc...last used lock out for the 94/7 road race last year)....If you can get it for a good price then its a good start to see if the sport is for you or not before you throw tons of money away...save some money for a helmet and shorts and shoes etc....

 

[Riaan Wolmarans]

Thanx again, i appreciate.