Kavenz VHP18 Mx 4
3/16/2022 5:10am
Top end suspension, but the Ohlin's rebound is slower than I'd like
Brakes and stem stand out
The Aenomaly Constructs SwitchGrade is going to make a splash in the bike scene
20mm rise bar, but will get more rise and drop some spacers
Golden hour lighting and brakes
Magic Mary gets the job done
This stem is a work of art
A view you can trust
EXT makes amazing shocks. They can band-aid average suspension, or they can be used on something magnificent like the Kavenz to highlight it's impressive traction and tune the support you want
AMS makes fun frame tape and this bike is made for fun
Big brakes for big boys. 223 front and rear.
Some gold parts tie in the colour scheme
Parts
Brand
Model
Additional info
Parts
Frame
Other
Kavenz VHP16
VHP 18 Proto batch
Frame:
Other Kavenz VHP16.
Misc: VHP 18 Proto batch
Rear Shock
EXT
Arma V3
500
Rear Shock:
EXT Arma V3.
Misc: 500
Fork
Öhlins
DH38 m.1
54
Fork:
Öhlins DH38 m.1.
Misc: 54
Headset
Cane Creek
Cane Creek 40
Wolftooth Geoshift +1 in the future
Headset:
Cane Creek Cane Creek 40.
Misc: Wolftooth Geoshift +1 in the future
Handlebar
FSA
Gradient Carbon 35
Alloy 40 rise in the future
Handlebar:
FSA Gradient Carbon 35.
Misc: Alloy 40 rise in the future
Stem
FSA
Helix DM
45mm
Stem:
FSA Helix DM.
Misc: 45mm
Grips
Oury
Push on V2
Spray painted on
Grips:
Oury Push on V2.
Misc: Spray painted on
Brakes
TRP
DHR-EVO
223 2.3 rotors
Brakes:
TRP DHR-EVO.
Misc: 223 2.3 rotors
Brake Levers
TRP
DHR-EVO
Brake Levers:
TRP DHR-EVO
Shifters
Shimano
SLX M7100 12-Speed
Shifters:
Shimano SLX M7100 12-Speed
Rear Derailleur
Shimano
Deore
Rear Derailleur:
Shimano Deore
Cranks
FSA
SL-K Modular 1x Direct Mount
Cranks:
FSA SL-K Modular 1x Direct Mount
Chainrings / Sprocket
FSA
30T DM
Chainrings / Sprocket:
FSA 30T DM
Bottom Bracket
FSA
MegaEVO BSA
Bottom Bracket:
FSA MegaEVO BSA
Chain
FSA
Chain:
FSA
Cassette / Rear Cog
SRAM
GX Eagle 12 Speed
Cassette / Rear Cog:
SRAM GX Eagle 12 Speed
Pedals
Shimano
Saint M820 SPD
Currently Chromag Dagga
Pedals:
Shimano Saint M820 SPD.
Misc: Currently Chromag Dagga
Front Rim
We Are One Composites
Union 29
32 Hole
Front Rim:
We Are One Composites Union 29.
Misc: 32 Hole
Rear Rim
Bontrager
Line Pro Carbon 30
28 Hole
Rear Rim:
Bontrager Line Pro Carbon 30.
Misc: 28 Hole
Hubs
Other
Onyx Vesper F, Bontrager R
Hubs:
Other Onyx Vesper F, Bontrager R
Spokes
Other
Spokes:
Other
Front Tire
Schwalbe
Magic Mary 2.6
Front Tire:
Schwalbe Magic Mary 2.6
Rear Tire
Schwalbe
Magic Mary 2.6
Rear Tire:
Schwalbe Magic Mary 2.6
Saddle
Ergon
SQ lab currently
Saddle:
Ergon.
Misc: SQ lab currently
Seatpost
OneUp Components
V2 210mm
Aenomaly Constructs Switchgrade
Seatpost:
OneUp Components V2 210mm.
Misc: Aenomaly Constructs Switchgrade
Seatpost Clamp
Other
Wolf Tooth Components
QR
Seatpost Clamp:
Other Wolf Tooth Components.
Misc: QR
General Info
General Info
Model Year
2022
Model Year:
2022
Riding Type
Freeride
Riding Type:
Freeride
Weight
0 lb 0 oz (0 g)
Weight: 0 lb 0 oz (0 g)
Additional Info
This VHP proto was based on the VHP16 frameset. They now offer a lower shock mount and Mx wheel option for riders wanted the long-travel version. Due to clearance issues on this frame, the production model will have some tubing placement adjusted.
The Switchgrade saddle tilt on the dropper post is a stand out part. Getting to the top of the climb and tilting the seat back and down gives you the DH clearance you want on a bike like this.
FSA stem is a thing of beauty and comes with a 5mm spacer (not installed)
Head angle is approx 62 degrees, which I plan to make 63 at some point.
For more front end traction I will drop the headset spacers and add a 40mm rise bar to get the same bar height with more weight on the front-effectively longer stem.
I'm on the flats for life program since these photos were taken, so Chromag Daggas do the trick.
The Ohlin's fork is excellent, but needs faster rebound.
STFU chain guide-only one fit from my last bike, but keeps it silent
Sorry I don't know what it weighs, but it's reasonable. The idler drags a little uphill, but not much.
Additional Info:
This VHP proto was based on the VHP16 frameset. They now offer a lower shock mount and Mx wheel option for riders wanted the long-travel version. Due to clearance issues on this frame, the production model will have some tubing placement adjusted.
The Switchgrade saddle tilt on the dropper post is a stand out part. Getting to the top of the climb and tilting the seat back and down gives you the DH clearance you want on a bike like this.
FSA stem is a thing of beauty and comes with a 5mm spacer (not installed)
Head angle is approx 62 degrees, which I plan to make 63 at some point.
For more front end traction I will drop the headset spacers and add a 40mm rise bar to get the same bar height with more weight on the front-effectively longer stem.
I'm on the flats for life program since these photos were taken, so Chromag Daggas do the trick.
The Ohlin's fork is excellent, but needs faster rebound.
STFU chain guide-only one fit from my last bike, but keeps it silent
Sorry I don't know what it weighs, but it's reasonable. The idler drags a little uphill, but not much.
3/16/2022 5:10am
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