Siskiu T8 Long Term Review - Six Months on An Insanely Fun Trail Bike
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Today we'll talk more in depth about Polygon Bikes ultimate play bike, the Siskiu T8. I've had this bike for around 6 months now and have ridden it back to back with Polygon's enduro bike offerings, and it stacks up well...too well...
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Hubs are Shimano 410's, not SLX like my phrasing makes it seem. Words are hard...
Great video !
Any plans to upgrade the hubs?
@@zeitismyname maybe in time, but they're serving me fine for the time being 👍
Very new to the sport of MTB.... I got my first MTB 1 month ago ( Polygon Cascade 4- Hardtail ) After my first ride on the trails I was hooked!!
and after the 2nd week of riding I was already looking at purchasing my first Dual Suspension bike.
After a tonne of research I've decided I want to get a Siskiu T7.... BUT I've made a promise to myself first...
I can't purchase the T7 until I learn how to:
- Bunny Hop 1-2 ft consistently
- Hit small-medium jumps & drops with confidence
- Wheelie 100 meters
- Graduate my Diploma
So far I've got a 1 centimetre bunny hop & a 5 meter scuffed wheelie & theirs a 50% chance I get bucked when hitting a small jump!
How's it going ?
nope dude... get your T7 first then ull be get all your goals
The best background music of any review video I’ve seen. Well done!
I just got the T8 - love it. Super solid, rides like it's lighter than it is. I put on WTB Volt saddle, Crank Bros pedals, Raceface Atlas bars, and ODI Elite Pro grips. Feels fantastic!
I already have a D7! Love it, just ordered a T8 can't wait!
Good stuff man. My cousin just bought one of these. So it was cool to be able to share your vid as he waits for it to ship.
I hope he likes it as much as I do! Definitely looking to get some more upgrades for it over winter this year.
great video! i got the opportunity to ride one of these a few weeks ago i loved it!
finished prepping mine yesterday and can't wait to take it out!
If you hear rubbing when using the travel it's the deraulur cable
You just gained a subscriber outta me, eh!
Your feedbacks on this rig are commendable. I find it sane & sensible.
Lots'a love, cheers, & Mabuhay, from tropical Philippines! #RideOn #KeepBiking
I got the N9 and I love it. Great video
Excellent review from a regular guy MTBing to another regular guy MTBing. Thanks!
Thank you, great review!
That is a beautiful bike!
That color is Incredible.
Heard great things about these bikes. Waiting for a Canadian distributor. Great review.
I ordered a T8 and hope to get in the next two weeks. I live in south Florida (flat but bumpy/sandy) and have been waiting for a long time. Most people I see here ride Stumpy, Scott or Trek.
I’m excited to be the purple odd man out! I’ll be watching for tires, frame chip and reverse cable installs which appear to be the biggest issues from the factory. I look forward to be part of this community. I’m 5’10” first time using a real trail bike compared to my Trek fx4 in the same trails!
Well how's the bike treating you?!
I love mine but have done some decent upgrading of the basics. New handle bars, grips, pedals, saddle and stem. The tyres were the Vee Flow Snap and although grippy basically felt like dragging a fridge behind the bike. Now I run Specialised Eliminator 29 x 2.3 front and back. Grippy AF but fast rolling. I also put a .8 spacer in the rear shock.
Great bike, I love it and this video sealed the deal for me
My T8 arrived last week. Your first ride video was what convinced me to go with Polygon. Couldn’t be happier with the bike so far. It performs amazingly well on the trails.
How Long did you have to wait for it? I just pre-ordered the t7.
@@bluebacker35 It only took about 2 months to arrive. They actually shipped before the scheduled date, so, that was cool.
@@wesley769 sick, my estimated shipping was about 1 month. But I've heard most people say theirs shipped early. Thanks for the response.
The MRP Ramp Control device for the front fork works great to firm up the FOX 34 fork.
I wish I could try this bike. you made me want to get out of my 01 specialized fsr enduro as fast as possible
Whoooo :D Finally a rewiew from you :D
I actually bought a t8 couple months back because of you!
Trying to get my dad to get one so we can go ride. Everyone tell Brett to go get one of these bad boys!
Come on Brett, get on the T8 train!
Come on Brett get the T8 man!
hey Brett, just swipe the credit card man...
LETS GO BRETTTTTT
@@vp3093 I think my son should get it for me for Fathers day since I am such a great Dad. : )
Going to sale my 2021 scott scale 965 that I love to get this full suspension bike after all the great reviews thanks for your input
Recommended this bike to a co-worker because of your videos and he has it on order already!
Sponsorships work I guess
@@louiswright235 Definitely helps, and Polygon seems to be one of the few bike companies receiving inventory on a semi-regular schedule at this time... Pinkbike had a pretty good review of this bike as well
Got the T8 delivered last week. Had only one short ride @ real trail so far. First ride was great. Rode it completely stock with just a tubeless conversion. My L was 14.70kg/32.4lbs this way. Brakes were ok but not great. Tires did fine, although less traction than either a Dissector or DHRII. Bike is more agile on switchbacks than my Norco Torrent HT and climbs great, while easily having more traction over chatter. Used the included pedals for the 1st ride, were pretty grippy, no complaints with my RC mtb shoes. Grips are also decent, and so was the saddle that many say is a throwaway: nah, i prefer a fabric scoop but its workable.
I will transfer my metallic Slx M7120 and swap to my Spank Hex oozy+ wheelset with 203 rotors F/R "soon". SLX drivetrain is superbly crisp, and I would not seek to upgrade anything. Perhaps a i spec ev shifter for the looks when paired with my SLX brakes? The dropper post lever was not perfectly tuned out of the factory, but works. Brake swap will include the MT800 dropper lever that is simply amazing and imho better than pnw, wolftooth etc.
Real question is whether to move over the Durolux 36 eq 150mm from the Torrent...
Thanks for your summary!
Did you run 27.5 wheels with that 14.7kg?
Great review! While not a Polygon T8, I just picked up a short travel 130mm full squish to go along with my longer travel bike. Only 3 rides in so far on it, but I think I forgot how much fun having a poppy bike can be.
I'm looking at getting the 2022 model soon, currently have an Trek Marlin 8 and i'm quickly outgrowing it, it will be my first full suss bike and I've done a crap tonne of research and for the price, nothing comes close in terms of stretching that dollar :)
I bought the T8 after seeing this video and really love the bike coming from an older Trance. It actually shipped with 2.6 Vee Snaps but I swapped for 2.4 DHR up front and 2.4 Rekon out back in skinwall. Can you share the full specs on your DVO fork - how much travel etc.? Thanks!
Good review..and value for money..
Great review! This was a little out of my price range when I was looking at full-squish, so I ended up with Giant Stance 2 - but it's becoming apparent I could do better (even after some upgrades to the Stance). This is a tempting option over sinking more money into the Stance - as my next two upgrades would be rear shock with lockout and better calipers, both of which the T8 has ;)
Looks like some great trails near you, too. Is that CO?
New sub here. Found your channel doing a search on this bike. Thanks for the review. I know a lot of folks who are buying a bike like this are interested in the component spec, but there are a few of us who do bike builds (we already have the components) and are looking for a quality frame with great geo. Can you elaborate about the quality of the frame? For example, how is the fit and finish - are the welds solid, is the paint blemish free, do the linkages fit well together with little slop, etc. Does Polygon use quality parts on the suspension, what are the bearings/bushings like? Is the bike easy to service?
Your call out on the cable routing is exactly the stuff I am looking for in a review. I am just hoping you can fill in a few more details.
Thanks!
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More more people enter MTB world with this affordable bike.. I see in Bali many bikers there using Polygon bike in Bike trail park
5:37 thank god im not the only one complaining about the cable routing. Tried a bigger drop these few days and my cable on the derailleur got pulled. The cable went L shape. 😂
I’ve never been the type of guy who try’s to take away weight from a bike. Matter of fact, I ride bikes for fun but also a workout. I will never pay more to deduct 5 pounds 😂 this bike is sick!! Gonna look into it for sure.
This is my dream bike that purple paint is just soooo goood
Its pretty awesome. One of my favorite paint schemes for sure!
Awesome review! Would it be possible to share a link where I can purchase those tires?
Great review! I have one as well and I noticed we have the same bottle cage but i can’t find one that will fit with it in between the suspension what bottle do you have?
I hope this thing still has the same paint job next year. I gotta start saving. This thing looks rad.
Buy used next year cheaper same paint job
Haha it's the only reason I haven't bought it. I'm hoping it will change next year!
If you had to choose between taking the Sisku T8 or N9 out to the bike park which would you take? I understand they are different travel bikes but what all mountain or do it all bike do you see yourself using more? I am stuck between the two and have no idea what to pick. I am leaning towards the N9 just for the extra travel and like you mentioned its still plenty fun and not just plowing through everything. But the T8 is 1. Beautiful and 2. seems like it would be able to handle a lot with that 140mm travel on the 29er.
I wasnt happy that when my T8 arrived (around 5/01/21) the cool lil cardboard box inside that had all the paperwork and tools etc had been opened and pretty much dumped out inside the big box and the big box had a hole in the bottom from shipping so who knows what was missing.
More importantly- they had Vee tire co tires on the bike instead of the Schwalbes that they listed. - Those are worth about half as much by the way. -also a paint chip by the emblem on the headtube.
So I emailed them -only about the tires- asking them to take the vee's back and send me the Schwalbes...
The bikes online guys try to distance themselves from polygon like it was a different company and took zero responsibility for the manufacturer swap. (polygon is the only bike online bikes sells)
They said there was a shortage (obviously you can buy as many Schwalbes as you want on Amazon).
They said I should be glad i didnt have to wait longer for the right tires ( I did wait about 4-5 months).
Im ok with taking a chance to save money adjusting the bike myself etc, Im not ok with this company not sending me what they advertised and what I paid for.
Polygon does not advertise the bike with Schwalbes, it says "Performance Tyre" on the specs. My T7 came with Hans Dampfs tho.
My drive train arrived jacked and also came with budget Vee. I have an email out to them. Did they resolve it for you?
@@erraldstyler If you scroll down and expand specs you’ll see that it has the specific brand listed.
@@jonbgallant Where on polygonbikes.com do you see the Hans Dampfs listed at the T7 specs`?
@@erraldstyler I was referring to T8 www.bikesonline.com/2021-polygon-siskiu-t8-dual-suspension-mountain-bi
Just a heads up some might come with VEE Tires instead of the hams damp. The ones they sent with mine were very gripy but such slow rolling I had to upgrade them after the first ride. I asked polygon why this was and they let me know they have the right to change the tires on the bike without letting the purchaser know.
tires are not specified on the spec sheet
i have found the same issue. they are very grippy but when i do 60kilometer rides i have a hard time keeping up. though i could be more fit. what did you change to and how did it help?
i'm thinking of getting narrower tires too.
Wish they have some in stock. Been out of stock for a while now
Hey mate, great video! Howcome the rear tyre looks wider than the front?
When replacing the fork, what offset did you get? I can't find the specs on Polygon's website and their customer service didn't need seem to know either!
Good video
Just bought this bike, can’t for it to get here! What Volume Spacers do I need for the front and rear? I’m 5’11/295lbs so hoping I can just ride it outta the box and learn more about MTBing without major upgrades!
Would you mind providing the link to the volume spacers for the fork? also If I were to put a spacer in the fork, would have to do the same to the shock?
"SLX drivetrain with matching hubs". But according to the web site the hubs are 410s. That is an entry sub Deore hub. If it had SLX hubs that would be great. I ordered one of these, but wish they made a T9 with FULL XT, and a FOX 34 factory fork.
You're right, they're 410's which I knew but phrased incorrectly. Thanks for the catch!
Yeah a T9 with another slightly upgraded component set would be sweet.
dam that is incredable. fox components on a 2,400 bike is nutz. i just spent 2500 on a kona process and this thing blows it out of its luege
I watched your videos among other CZcamsrs on the T8 and you sold me on the T8 had my mind set and then I saw someone selling an older 2021 N7 on Facebook market place local in my area. A T8 new is about $2800 shipped and the N7 is $2300 (could probably get it for $2000). With the price difference which would you go with having been on both of these bikes?
My main concern with getting a trail bike is climbing I ride with Nica on some gnarly trails so my hardtail doesn’t quite cut it but I’m not sure if I should get a xc full suspension or a trail bike because all my trails have small jumps and drops and are littered with rocks and roots hoping for some insight here thanks 😉
This bike is Beast
Hey man thanks for the awesome videos. It would be great to see a T8 vs N9.
Haven't been riding for 16 years. I believe I'll be doing more all mountain riding because of where I'm living. So want something that is easy enough to push around everywhere but like the speck of the N9 over the T8.
Can afford the N9 but not necessarily the T8 with the upgrades. Wish they made a T8
Is There a massive difference in climbability between the two?
Thank you for your time.
Have an awesome day.
Meant to say 'wish they made a T9'
If you had to pick between the T8 and the N9 which one would you go with and why?
I'm looking at upgrading my old cannonade prophet 1000 (2006 model ) and are wondering how the polygon T8 would stack up? I appreciate that they are not spaced the same but there is also 15 years difference and a hole lot of technological advancements.
Como se comporta la Mantencion a los bujes? Se desgastan muy rápido en comparación a los rodamientos? O no es una gran tarea?
Great review! I'm a large rider at 6'8"/300# and just getting back into riding. I've been drawn to the T8 for the upgrade in components and shocks over the T7. If I'm going to need to upgrade the suspension anyway, do you think it a better move to go with the T7 and use the savings for upgrading suspension and components. OR... do you think that since it's doubtful that I'll be shredding the trails as hard that the T8 is a better option over the T7 and stick with the Fox suspension with some added tokens? Any advice is greatly appreciated.
If you're not going to be going mach 5 and hitting tons of jump lines, I think the fox setup with added spacers would be sufficient. If you're going to be more aggressive of a rider, I think upgrading the suspension would be a good idea, as the fork could use a little help for bigger riders. I got my 34 setup pretty nice before I upgraded mine!
Do you know if they are going to make a 2022 ? Probably a dumb question. I'm debating buying one for my first suspension bike
Beacon Hill, no shit lol I built a lot of those trains with Peter back in the day. You're right, the T8 you ride *in* not on. It feels like a scooter compared to Commencal and the like.
How much travel does the upgraded fork have? Want to know if 160mm of travel is too much for this bike?
What type of wheelset is compatible with the current free hub
Been trying to find answers for this but to no avail
Thanks in advance
Really want one of these... Of course they're "out of stock" in medium. Lame! Will order through your link though!
Been looking for weeks to find a T8 in a Large!
What is the deal with such a shortage of bikes?
I've even been looking for a nice used one.
I'm currently deployed overseas and really want one for when I get home but just can't fid one anywhere.
As a beginner mountain bike rider I rode bmx forever would you recommend this or Roscoe 8
Any tire reccomendations for spokane area in summer? I'm gonna be visiting late this june.
I've been a fan off the Assegai front Dissector rear combo. Rolls considerably fast and has good grip in dry (Beacon) and wet/damp (Mt Spokane)
Hey, this really helped me out a lot even though I'm on a 2018 YT Jeffsy (140/140mm). Cause it has the Fox 34 and DPS (both in performance elite). Just like you I'm 6.0' and I weigh in at 200 lbs. Just recently started doing some more rough and steeper trails and DH and now I can feel the flex in the fork people are taking about. Will have to start saving some lunch money! Also get a pretty harsh feedback from the shock on flatter landings. The lift accessed descents I have close by are only about 2 minutes.
QUESTION: Do you think such a short trail is enough for the DPS Performance Elite shock toheart up and loose performance? Or are the gains in swapping shock more about LSC/HSC & LSRb/HSRb?
I dont think the dps just has the capacity to handle fast chop like upgraded shocks can. It packs up quick and can't get the tire to track quick enough, making it bounce off everything and that is just a character of the shock. Adjusting compression can help, but really to get a massive difference in feel you'll eventually need to bite the bullet and upgrade the piece.
@@TheShredist Thx a ton for replying to my questions yet again, you sure are giving me both great content and sound advice. Proud and happy to be a patreon 🤙
In my experience you usually forget biting that bullet pretty fast when the grin on your face wipes away the pain 😏
My T8 came with vee flow snap tires
Hello, how much is the travel of the dvo fork that you put?
If you’re in between large and extra large sizes would you go bigger or smaller?
Can we get a comment on the dpx2 at 1:51? You said you will probably upgrade it in the future, so... next video will involve time travel? Is that the best way to install, with the piggy towards the back facing up?
That was on the N9, their enduro model. Haven't tried it on the T8.
What kind of volume spacers are you using?
IM about to order this exact bike tonight. Stuck Between sizes tho at 6'2" in riding gear. With 34inches of RAD Reach Im smack in the middle of the L/XL.
Kinda depends if you like a smaller or bigger bike, if you want to do more jumping and a more quick bike, if you want to do more xc style riding then go with the xl
@@BMOutdoorz honesty not sure Iv never had a bike that was sized correctly for me.
I love flow and jumps. Not a very techy person. I just got back into mtb ing and the bike I picked up is clearly undersized for me and cheap to boot (Schwann al comp)
@@Crafftyyy If I was you I would take the Large, but I think either would be great for you
I went XL at 6’1” and it feels right to me.
@@jonbgallant I went with the xl as well and it feels right. My only complaint is The handle bars are way to flat for me, need a lot more backsweep. And I can’t hop it for anything. (Still learning couldn’t do it on my old bike either)
More new pupper please!
FYI, my buddy has a N7. Polygon used RED LOCTITE on the bottom bracket.
Was he able to get it off? Lol
@@brennanlindsay3589 Had to use a bit of heat.
I was looking to transition to a full suspension mtb from my hardtail carbon fiber stump jumper and the Siskiu T8 looks legittttt. I want to amp up my downhill riding, however, my only hold up is I don't want to sacrifice too much of my strength of climbing. Do you think the weight difference will be a big shocker? Thanks!!
I do not think it will be, I have ridden some heavy full squish then gone right back to my hardtail which is lighter, I climb pretty much the same with suspension locked out so I think it should work.
It did really well in the Pinkbike efficiency test. czcams.com/video/QUw_-gu_9NM/video.html
Having full lockouts like this bike does will help the transition to full suspension, but nothing is going to climb exactly like a hardtail. I wouldn't be worried about it though, this is a pretty great climbing bike, definitely doesn't 'feel' heavy on the ups like some of the larger travel bikes out there!
What size tire and frame should I get for this bike if I’m 5,4
T8 2021 fork change suntour durolux 160 upgrade or downgrade ???
Great review. I have my T8 coming next month, at 65.5 deg head angle do you recommend 160mm travel fork? Looking to upgrade the stock Fox 34 fork to stiffer (35 or 36 diameter) and higher travel.
That will slacken it out to 64.5 degrees and mess with other geo, I'd ride it first to see if you even need to upgrade travel length.
Definitely try it first at 140mm, but I probably wouldn't go past 150mm up front, 160mm would make it feel really off balanced with only 135mm out back.
Cheers everyone! Thanks for all your inputs 😊 Will try to ride it first using the stock fork then i'll go from there.
@@SharetheStoke89 Polygon approved up to 150mm upfront for T7/8.
I think 160mm would void the warranty.
Where you selling your old shocks!
Anyone know how it goes on really technical trails with roots and rocks
So, I'm 64.5" short with a 29" inseam and 21.5"(67" wingspan) arm length which puts me pretty firmly in the small frame category which comes with 27.5's... Do you think I will regret not going medium for the 29's?
Hard call, 29er 'roll over' capability is great. 27.5 is still good (and fun) though if your sizing is super crucial. You will get used to whatever you chose.. I see some great riders on my local trails on 27.5 bikes .. Cheers
29" on a small frame feels lazy to me. I will never go that route again. I'm 65" tall and absolutely love a 27.5" wheelset.
I have this bike on order and have been hearing some mixed opinions about it, mostly good for the most part, but I keep hearing bad things about the front suspension like how it bobs too much or bottoms out too much or whatever. I am just getting a little anxious that this bike won't live up to the hype I wanted it to when I first ordered it. I am mostly a techy rider but I will be hitting some bike parks like Thunder Mountian in MA and Highland Bike Park in NH and am not usually a hardcore rider. will this bike be ok for me?
I think so ya. In stock form the fork does act a bit like you described, but is greatly improved with the addition of the volume tokens at 3 bucks a piece. Invest in some of those and the fork will handle a lot more than it would in stock form. 👍
Huzzah for mini doglets! (5:15)
Great review! At 6 ft have you considered getting the xl size?
Naw, I wouldn't want to go bigger than the large personally.
@@TheShredist Thank you. I waiting for the T7 frame set to be updated in line with the full builds. Polygon service (great!) told me to check regularly.
I’m 6’2” and my xl t8 feels on the smaller side. I kinda like this on the descent because it feels more playful, but it feels a little cramped on longer climbs. Overall an awesome bike though!
A friend of mine bought one about 4 months ago in size small. He said that he hasn't been very happy with the purchase and is already looking to sell it. His complaint was the weight when climbing and he said the suspension feels pretty harsh compared to his old full suspension bike. For comparison, he's less than 5' tall (dwarfism) and maybe weighs 145lbs. My guess is this bike is more suited to Enduro or bike park versus everyday trail rides
His suspension might not be set up right for his weight
@@BMOutdoorz That's exactly what I told him....I said that he should look at the suspension manufacturer's website for setup information
Hello. I have a decision to make, perhaps you could assist:
I need to choose one of these 2 options as my next MTB:
Option 1: used canyon lux (2016 model carbon fiber, sram xx1, 11x1) condition "ok".
Option 2: New Polygon T7.
Both options are at the same price.
The reason that I'm considering the polygon is that I am worried that the 6 year old xx1 might get too old, and to fix it would cost a fortune.
Can anyone please give me some tips what should I do?
I ride mostly XC.
I will appreciate your input very much!
Im 177cm, should order M29 or L29?
is it good for jumps
Yo sick bike
I just subscribed love your channel I recently started my own MTB channel to
Excluding the tall seat tube from the N9, would you rather have the T8 or N9?
For me, the N9. It fits my riding preferences better.
No question, just tell Polygon to start supporting Africa. We need Polygon here, so few of the lower budget manufacturers support us.
Looking to replace my 2015 Stumpjumper & really cannot justify £4k+ on a bike.
Canr decide on this T8 or the bigger N9. I'm mostly riding XC with the odd enduro trail and day rides in the Cairngorm mountains. Im not a happy jumper, too old to start flinging myself down the huge stuff now.
So what you reckon? T8 or N9 ?
If XC is a big factor, I'd say go with the T8. The N9 might be a bit over biked. T8 can still handle a lot too!
Just bought a new bike with a diamond d2 on it. Do you like the dvo more than fox or Rockshox. My other big question is do you miss not being able to use volume reducing tokens.
I do like it better than both of those, and the fork is good enough, with enough adjustment I don't really think volume tokens are necessary.
@@TheShredist So on the d2 the ott is internally adjustable using spacers correct? Do you know how many ott spacers you are running? I believe the max is 3
Wow... 👍👍
You should mention Affiliate link in your video, I did not even know it was there.
I did! At 0:50
How many volume spacers came in the front fork out of the box?
None, just the spacer in the rear shock
I’m looking at picking this bike up, but I’m a little iffy on the sizing. I’m 6’2” and about 200lbs. I’m not sure if I could actually go with a L, or I’m basically stuck with an XL.
Went XL at 6’1” and it feels right.
Do you think the d7 with even lesser travel would perform the same?
D7 is more of an XC bike so i would assume it will climb little better and descend little worse.
Picked this up for just under £1650 which is a touch over ~$2000 - Been for a couple of rides and I think I've got an absolute bargain.
Where did you find it for that price?
I'm saving my lunch money to upgrade my bikes part