2019 Mongoose Dolomite - Budget Fat Bike Upgrades
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- čas přidán 5. 08. 2024
- I just can't leave any machine alone. I got trait this from my father. I used to tinker on old cars. Now I get my tinkering fix on my bikes. I don't have a single bike in my collection that hasn't had at least one thing upgraded or changed. My 2019 Mongoose Dolomite is no exception.
I've installed my tried and true Wake bar and stem combo, RockBros lock-on grips and pedals-the pedals are fantastically grippy, by the way-and best of all the bike now has a Shimano Altus seven speed trigger shifter instead of the no name stock twist shifter.
What's next? I address that question in the video.
Costs:
Initial purchase: $279.00 USD (Walmart.com)
RockBros pedals: $19.95 USD (Amazon.com)
Shimano Rapidfire trigger shifter: $18.00 USD (Amazon.com)
Rockbros locking grips: $8.95 USD (Amazon.com)
Wake 720mm aluminum handlebar: $22.19 USD (Amazon.com)
Wake 45mm aluminum stem: $9.97 USD (Amazon.com)
RockBros lock-on grips: $9.99 USD (Amazon.com)
Total: $368.05 USD - Sport
Nice upgrades, I like those handle bars. I put them on an old trek full suspension and you cant beat them for the price. I liked the snow ride video as well. Thanks for the quality content.
Thank you! Yes, I really like Wake bars and stems. I think they made a big difference in fit and handling on this bike.
Very nice upgrades! 😎👍🏻
Thank you!
Thanks for the upgrade details Jim. I just bought one from Walmart as well and plan to do the same.
Thanks for the compliment. Stay tuned, when my new laptop arrives I'll be posting my Sunrace 8 speed MegaRange upgrade.
i gotta Mongoose Fat Bike here in Britain gotta be the best Bike i ever bought.. wanna get the Mongoose Hitch next
I was not aware they were available over there. Awesome!
@@JimsObsessiveCyclingDisorder Kinda lucky i bought a Ridge Yard Dolomite Fat Bike (blue frame and red tyres) on Amazon and put a Mongoose Sticker on it looks like the real deal, such a Fun bike to Ride
Hey, cool video! I just got my first fatbike, a Mongoose Argus, and I did add a bunch of things - a bigger wider more comfy seat, a BMX tall handlebar (8.5" - I'm a big fat guy and I can't ride all hunched over like that), Wolf Tooth Mega Fat Paw grips, two side mirrors, front and back lights (it will be dark around 5 pm soon y'know) with front holder, 40 oz water bottle and holder, and iSSi Stomp XL pedals - MUCH better than before! A handlebar bike bag for my cell/snacks and a little Greallthy bike bell to finish it off! I'm loving it!
That sounds nice! I hope you have as much fun with yours as I do.
This is my first time visiting your channel. I enjoyed your video. I am interested in seeing what you did with your xr pro. Did you grease the head tube, wheel, and crankset bearings when you got the bike? I've read that can make a big difference in both the performance and longevity of the bike.
Thanks! I have greased the head and bottom bracket bearings on each bike I bought new, even my Specialized Rockhopper. On the XR Pro the stock bottom bracket was so-so and the head bearings seemed to just have oil on them.
@@JimsObsessiveCyclingDisorder Thanks for your response. I have enjoyed watching videos and reading about what people have done to improve their Mongoose fat bikes. Did you have any problems with metal shavings in the head tube or bottom bracket? I have a Mongoose Juneau on the way and am curious about what I might find.
Nope, mine was clean as a whistle when I replaced the bearings. I'd be interested in the Juneau when you get it.
I keep you posted. It won't be here until May 6th!
Dumb question, I have the mongoose malis which comes in 5 speed. Is there a way I can turn it into a 7 speed? And did you add a spacer to the stem?
The Malus/Dolomite comes with a freewheel. I swapped the 7 speed for an 8 speed on mine. Check the Shimano web site for specs on your derailleur to make sure how large a cog it can accommodate. You will need a 7 speed shifter, a freewheel removal tool and a large wrench but otherwise it is pretty simple.
I cant find the sunrace freewheel anywhere.
How were your rims? I just bought a brand new Dolomite and both rims are not evenly aligned at the seams. A finger nail more than easily catches on one side, the other side being even. From the side I can see daylight between the seam.
Wow, that's disappointing. My rims were fine and still are. I suggest contacting Mongoose's customer service.
Thanks for the good ideas. Where did you purchase the shifter?
My pleasure! I'm not entirely sure where the shifter originally came from, as I fished it out of one of my parts bins. Amazon is usually a good source for such things.
I love your bike. I was actually just given a Dolomite from a police officer friend of mine who moved I would love to have your parts list lol
Congrats! These are fun bikes! There is a list of upgrade parts in the video description.
Just ordered a Dolomite and the first thing I’m replacing are the pedals. I’m looking at aluminum rockbros however is there a specific spec to pedals or are they all universal ?
Congratulations! Pedals for adult bikes are generally 9/16", which is the case on the Dolomite.
@@JimsObsessiveCyclingDisorder thanks for the reply!
Just put together the dolomite today. I can tell the handle bars need an upgrade ASAP, the right hand grip is so small because of the switch shifter.
I completely agree. That's why I went with a 45mm stem and a 720mm bar.
Jim's Obsessive Cycling Disorder I’m new to learning about bikes and upgrades. Is the stem replacement necessary for the 720mm bar?
The thing is, the stock stem is sized for the small diameter bar, 22mm or so I think. A modern bar is 31.8mm diameter. So, you will need both for this upgrade.
@@JimsObsessiveCyclingDisorder Thank you so much!
Hi. Can i put 4.8 tires to this model? I have one but someone is selling jumbo jim 26x 4.8 with a good price.yhanks
Hi, I sold this bike so I can't measure to say for sure. My Dolomite ALX has 5 1/4 inches between the fork inner surfaces, with 1 1/2 inch of space between the tire and fork crown, with the stock 26'x4" tires.
What size headset spacer did you use for that stem?
I have a stash of 5mm spacers on hand, and added one of them to accommodate the Wake stem.
Where did you get the bike from
I bought it online from Walmart.com.
Hello I was wondering were could i find a threaded stem like the one the Dolomite comes with? if anyone can give me some direction please Help. thank you j
The Dolomite has a threadless stem. Is that perhaps what you meant?
@@JimsObsessiveCyclingDisorder ..Hello truth be to told i was given a fat tire mongoose and its in need of a lot of help the stem on this mongoose is threaded and is bad shape i wanted to replace it . so i guess what i have is not a Dolomite all i know is its a single speed fat tire mongoose. thank you for time.
Interesting. It may not have a stock fork, since threaded forks aren't used on fatbikes as far as I know. Are there any identifying decals or such? You could also try googling the serial number, usually under the botton bracket. And measure the interior of the head tube to see if a 1 1/8" fork will fit. Finally, when I'm working on older bikes I often find parts on eBay.
Would a front bike seat Thelp fit this bike?
I honestly don't know. I have no experience with them.
anyone know what size crank I need for my mongoose dolomite fat tire bike?? 2022 model
I'm working from memory but I think the stock cranks are 170mm long.
@@JimsObsessiveCyclingDisorder 100 bb?
Hey Jim, if the rims aren't tubeless ready you can get latex liners from Fatty strippers. I did this on my Fatboy and it's pretty easy to do. fattystripper.com
I'm on the fence but leaning toward tubless.
how big a guy are you
Oh, about 5'8" and 180 pounds.