Hard Tail or Full Suspension

All the mountain biker is had faced this problem once in their life Hard tail or Full Suspension? If you are mountain biker on budget then getting a full suspension (AKA double suspension) can be a big deal. This is most frequently asked question when you want descent bike without making your pocket loose.

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If you look at a full suspension machine and a hard tail at the same price, the added complexity of a rear suspended frame means compromises must be made in terms of components. But will the better components on the hard tail make for a more capable bike, or is the quality trade-off worth the benefits delivered by rear suspension?

it depends. It comes down to personal preference, riding style, average terrain encountered, and other factors. With that being said, however, we’ll go over what each model excels at, as well as some limitations of each. This should help you decide which model better fits your riding style, or perhaps it will convince you to buy one of each!

Climbing

Since the hard tail have a solid frame the amount of pedal you put is converted into forward motion which is very useful in climbing but in full suspension the effort you make is observed by the suspension in some amount. So hard tail is clear winner over here.

Downhill

Going through rough section or technical section responsive bike is very necessary. A bike which will give you more stability and comfort will surely give you more speed while going through downhill. If you are really an experience rider and have been riding for along time you may pull it off.

Price

The basic hard tail bike design has existed for over 100 years. FS design is a hotbed of innovation and various patents have been granted, resulting in license agreements between some of the bike manufacturers. Guess who ultimately pays those R&D and licensing costs… you do! The point is that if you are on a strict budget, you can probably get more bike for your buck with a hard tail.

Maintenance

There is no disputing that hardtails require less long term maintenance. All of those pivots and linkages on the FS will need periodic servicing, and the rear shock will need new seals every season or two. Frame articulation causes cables to rub on the frame, and the chain has to work harder to keep up with everything. If you enjoy simplicity and want to keep your maintenance costs low, a hardtail is a good choice.

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