really sweet complete but be safe it doesn't like big drops or impact around the downtube/fork steerer tube. I've bent two forks, the cranks, and sprocket in 6 months, still shreds with other parts tho!
I’ve already replaced the cranks and sprocket. I had no plans on keeping it stock. What happened to your fork?? Did you replace it with an s&m fork? Also, had any issues with wheel trueness? I wopped both of mine pretty good after trying a couple 180s lol.
@@JaredRMorgan The forks warped after a few big drops and big airs. I’m thinking of going S&M seems reliable. I’ve asked kink to make 26in forks but they don’t reply. The wheels do need to be trued often if spinning but they’ve held up well for being stock.
I gotcha. Yeah I ordered the 26” pitchfork last night. Had many of them in 20” and they were very tough. As for the wheels I noticed the same, but I’ll probably build a new rear wheel soon. The front doesn’t take as much abuse.
Awesome video thank you! Just what I want...would you please recommend a reputable on-line retailer? Thanx again for your time and kind attention. Cheers!
Thanx for quick reply. Danscomp has the 2022's but the color..I don't like. Combined with bad reviews and I will stay away from danscomp unfortunately. Cheers!
I am between the Kink Drifter 2023 or a dirt jumper, mostly will be hitting the park for jumps and street cruising as well. Do you think the Kink ticks those boxes? Thanks.
Yeah I think it’s great for both. Dirt jumpers are kind of terrible for just riding and cruising. Their geo is VERY dedicated to jumps. They’re not fun to ride, IMO.
Loved your video!! Can you tell me the seat height minimum from the ground in CMs? I want my feet to be able to touch the ground and not sure if this awesome bike is to big for me, I'm 160cms tall.
Thanks for the support Katrina! Sadly, I don’t own this bike anymore, but tbh bc it’s a BMX (even though it’s got 26” wheels) I would think that with the seat absolutely slammed you should be able to touch down. You may have to cut the post a hair to get that seat right on top the frame. I can’t recall.
I want a Drifter, but haven't pulled the trigger for 2 reasons. They are $100 higher now and the colors are ugly on the new models 😂 If it was available in that green I would have ordered it.
Help me please. The Kink Drifter looks like a great value but I also like the DK Legend. Could you compare the two as far as quality of components etc? My Son is buying me a bike and I want him to get the best value. Ty.
The drifter has a full chromoly frame and the legend does not, so for me that makes the decision very easy. I would only consider the drifter. Cheers! Enjoy!
what is with the weak rear dropouts they put on bikes these days? I am used to getting at least an inch and a half to play with, so no chain stuffing around changing sprockets. you get half a centimetre of leftover. Also, I love my CroMoLy.
I really like how this bike looks I’m thinking of buying that exact one just trying to figure tho is a 29 from another brand or this 26 the one to go with for doing tricks like they do up in nyc any suggestion?
It really just depends on what you feel more comfortable on. I recommend you hop on someone’s bike to get a feel for it. I like the 26 bc it reminds me of my old 20 street BMX bikes of the past. The 29s are great too but at that size wheel for me they just feel completely different.
@@JaredRMorgan that makes sense thank you I appreciate that. I’ll see how it feels at the bike shop 😎🤙 I get what you mean I like the old 20s too and if the 26 feels closer to that then it might be what I go for
@@Eddy_zilla i went looking at the 26, the shop let me ride a few out the back. But the 29 felt amazing. Especially if your tall. My wife used to say I look like a giant on a kids bike. Try both out.
Awesome bike. Any idea of hub dimensions? I have an old sunn bmix which I have built but it needs new wheels. Axles need to be 110mm at the back and 100mm at the front and thread size is 10mm. Seems impossible to buy 26inch wheels with bmx hubs.
You’re correct bc I had to build custom wheels when I was ready to upgrade this bike. I did shadow conspiracy hubs front and rear but laced to a 26” cliffhanger rim. It was a bad to the bone setup. But to your point, it’s standard bmx hub spacing on this bike.
That's a great video presentation. Just sold my Rockhopper to go back to Bmx. Was looking at the 26 Kink or Stolen, but went to the local bike store, and wow never seen a 29er before. Big Flyer and Sunday. Ended up with the Sunday. But the Kinks looked amazing as well. What was the bike tool you used, looked like a Swiss army bike tool. Thanks
No problem! So I ended up going with a 9 rise on it. Felt like it kept me from being hunched. Plus I liked the style. They were the DK Chamberlain bars.
I guess what I’m asking is if there will be a negative effect on “hoppability” for street and small jumps. I have a Taj and I just ordered some 9” Fu-bars but I plan to slam the lower rise Shadow VCC stem I purchased for it. I’m 5’10” and still want to be able to ride pump tracks etc… guess I won’t know till they get here.
@@JaredRMorgan Thanks. I am looking for a Big BMX to mostly to cruise on and maybe some jumps with the kids. So I am looking for a flatter seat. Redline’s seat looks pretty flat, same thing with Sunday. Thanks.
No unfortunately. I rode it very little before selling it to fund new projects. As a cruiser, it’s legit. If you plan on really ripping and doing spin tricks and stuff you may want to consider better wheels in the future as I knocked the stock 26” wheels out of true pretty easy.
I wouldn’t be surprised if the prices went up. The prices for raw materials spiked for all bike manufacturers, and their prices reflect that. I bought my drifter in December of 2020 on eBay for $450.
@@JaredRMorgan I see. Well, most of the distributors have the sold out sign and you can actually see for yourself if you type Kink drifter 26", it wouldn't go below $539. I have been looking for a few days now. this is ridiculous, similar to when everyone was buying toilet paper a few months ago.
It’s just like toilet paper, but worse. All we can hope is it eventually dies back down. & thank you! I try to keep things interesting. I appreciate you watching as well as dropping a comment for a quick chat.
@@JaredRMorgan Thanks for responding. I am 45 and used to ride a diamondback back in the late 80s early 90s. I want to bike again but want a bmx for nostalgia. I am a coporate guy 6 figure :)... I want to get back into it but want something bmx that does not look too young, lightweight and can do cool stuff (when nobody is looking) lol. Not been into bike riding since my diamondback late 80s. What do you reccommend?? Again, thanks for hitting me back. Cool Channel.
@@absolutethinker7764 I think you’re on the right track with this bike. What I love about it, is that it feels like a BMX that grew with me. Overall the colorway is tame and more understated. The geometry maintains the playful feel of BMX bikes that we all know and love while not being cramped up and uncomfortable. If you get one, I hope you love it like I love mine!
The S&M Covid Cruiser is the most beach cruiser of all if you think this is bad. 🤣 Truth is, I build bikes for a living including beach cruisers and this is nothing like one. But I can understand if it’s not your style. No biggie!
Love the frosty mint color! Looks like a great early birthday present to me 😏
🥰🥰🥰
When i saw my 22 In person, i was like….
Whoa…
Rip Black Rob
fantastic ... a trick bike for the big boys.
That’s right! 👍
I ended up getting the white one.I was thinking maybe you put some kink pillar cranks, can’t wait for the update on your bike.
I had ended up putting fiend cranks on mine.
really sweet complete but be safe it doesn't like big drops or impact around the downtube/fork steerer tube. I've bent two forks, the cranks, and sprocket in 6 months, still shreds with other parts tho!
I’ve already replaced the cranks and sprocket. I had no plans on keeping it stock. What happened to your fork?? Did you replace it with an s&m fork?
Also, had any issues with wheel trueness? I wopped both of mine pretty good after trying a couple 180s lol.
@@JaredRMorgan The forks warped after a few big drops and big airs. I’m thinking of going S&M seems reliable. I’ve asked kink to make 26in forks but they don’t reply. The wheels do need to be trued often if spinning but they’ve held up well for being stock.
I gotcha. Yeah I ordered the 26” pitchfork last night. Had many of them in 20” and they were very tough.
As for the wheels I noticed the same, but I’ll probably build a new rear wheel soon. The front doesn’t take as much abuse.
That color 🔥🔥🔥
Yeah it was fresh! 🤑
Very cool bike!
Agreed! Thanks so much!
Step #1.) Throw that crescent wrench in the dumpster.
Step #2.) Use ONLY box-end wrench or six-point socket on hex-head hatdware.
Crescent wrenches are only on standby for if I come across something I don’t readily have. Notice it was never used in the video.
I dig it 😎
Thanks man!
Awesome video thank you! Just what I want...would you please recommend a reputable on-line retailer? Thanx again for your time and kind attention. Cheers!
I believe danscomp had these for a bit! They’re super cool bikes, but yeah they can be hard to find. I got mine on eBay at the time.
Thanx for quick reply. Danscomp has the 2022's but the color..I don't like. Combined with bad reviews and I will stay away from danscomp unfortunately. Cheers!
the legendddddd!
That’s you big bro!
I am between the Kink Drifter 2023 or a dirt jumper, mostly will be hitting the park for jumps and street cruising as well. Do you think the Kink ticks those boxes? Thanks.
Yeah I think it’s great for both. Dirt jumpers are kind of terrible for just riding and cruising. Their geo is VERY dedicated to jumps. They’re not fun to ride, IMO.
Loved your video!!
Can you tell me the seat height minimum from the ground in CMs?
I want my feet to be able to touch the ground and not sure if this awesome bike is to big for me, I'm 160cms tall.
Thanks for the support Katrina! Sadly, I don’t own this bike anymore, but tbh bc it’s a BMX (even though it’s got 26” wheels) I would think that with the seat absolutely slammed you should be able to touch down. You may have to cut the post a hair to get that seat right on top the frame. I can’t recall.
Nice bike
Thank you!
I liked that copyright free music 🔊 and can that bad boy do wheelies?
Lmao! Should be able to. 🤣
I’m brand new to riding I just got a 27.5 bmx today, I don’t like the bars they feel low, what would be a good taller upgrade
I put Dk chamberlain bars on mine. Much better.
I want a Drifter, but haven't pulled the trigger for 2 reasons. They are $100 higher now and the colors are ugly on the new models 😂 If it was available in that green I would have ordered it.
I feel that! Yeah this was a while back.
Help me please. The Kink Drifter looks like a great value but I also like the DK Legend. Could you compare the two as far as quality of components etc? My Son is buying me a bike and I want him to get the best value. Ty.
The drifter has a full chromoly frame and the legend does not, so for me that makes the decision very easy. I would only consider the drifter. Cheers! Enjoy!
For show only? No riding? As all the other bmx vids here?
I built it with intention to bring it to the skateparks and give it a hard time, but I sold it once I finished building it how I wanted it.
what is with the weak rear dropouts they put on bikes these days? I am used to getting at least an inch and a half to play with, so no chain stuffing around changing sprockets. you get half a centimetre of leftover. Also, I love my CroMoLy.
Yeah I know right? The new dropouts are so tiny lol.
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😎😎😎
Can we get a vid of the bike now or maybe some riding pls
I’ll probably do a follow up video once I’m done with the changes! Still waiting on some of the bits. Thanks for watching!
What Big Wheel BMX comes in an aluminum frame??? Thanks
SE Bikes makes a few. I believe the Big Ripper?
What tools, and what size tools do I need to assemble
You could buy an all in one BMX tool like the one by odyssey or shadow conspiracy if you’re not equipped with a lot of tools.
I really like how this bike looks I’m thinking of buying that exact one just trying to figure tho is a 29 from another brand or this 26 the one to go with for doing tricks like they do up in nyc any suggestion?
It really just depends on what you feel more comfortable on. I recommend you hop on someone’s bike to get a feel for it. I like the 26 bc it reminds me of my old 20 street BMX bikes of the past. The 29s are great too but at that size wheel for me they just feel completely different.
@@JaredRMorgan that makes sense thank you I appreciate that. I’ll see how it feels at the bike shop 😎🤙 I get what you mean I like the old 20s too and if the 26 feels closer to that then it might be what I go for
Yes that was 100% the determining factor for me. Good luck!
@@JaredRMorgan thanks man cheers
@@Eddy_zilla i went looking at the 26, the shop let me ride a few out the back. But the 29 felt amazing. Especially if your tall. My wife used to say I look like a giant on a kids bike. Try both out.
Awesome bike.
Any idea of hub dimensions? I have an old sunn bmix which I have built but it needs new wheels. Axles need to be 110mm at the back and 100mm at the front and thread size is 10mm. Seems impossible to buy 26inch wheels with bmx hubs.
You’re correct bc I had to build custom wheels when I was ready to upgrade this bike. I did shadow conspiracy hubs front and rear but laced to a 26” cliffhanger rim. It was a bad to the bone setup. But to your point, it’s standard bmx hub spacing on this bike.
That's a great video presentation. Just sold my Rockhopper to go back to Bmx. Was looking at the 26 Kink or Stolen, but went to the local bike store, and wow never seen a 29er before. Big Flyer and Sunday. Ended up with the Sunday. But the Kinks looked amazing as well. What was the bike tool you used, looked like a Swiss army bike tool. Thanks
All good options! Hope you love your new bike! My tool is the odyssey tool, and it’s a must have for BMX. Cheers!
Thanks for the video! I just assembled my Drifter. What bar/rise did you end up with?
No problem! So I ended up going with a 9 rise on it. Felt like it kept me from being hunched. Plus I liked the style. They were the DK Chamberlain bars.
@@JaredRMorgan Thanks for the reply. Did you ever film an after video of all the parts you had coming?
Would 9” bars work on a 27.5” BMX bike?
Yeah why not? I put some taller BMX bars on mine later down the line. Probably some 10 rise I think.
I guess what I’m asking is if there will be a negative effect on “hoppability” for street and small jumps. I have a Taj and I just ordered some 9” Fu-bars but I plan to slam the lower rise Shadow VCC stem I purchased for it. I’m 5’10” and still want to be able to ride pump tracks etc… guess I won’t know till they get here.
Can the angle of the seat be adjusted?
Kinda sorta. You can, but only to a point.
@@JaredRMorgan Thanks. I am looking for a Big BMX to mostly to cruise on and maybe some jumps with the kids. So I am looking for a flatter seat. Redline’s seat looks pretty flat, same thing with Sunday. Thanks.
Does the seat tilt? Thx
Yeah it’s adjustable
Where can you buy size 24 tires?
To be honest I’d probably just hit eBay for something like that. Good luck!
Got a video riding it?
No unfortunately. I rode it very little before selling it to fund new projects. As a cruiser, it’s legit. If you plan on really ripping and doing spin tricks and stuff you may want to consider better wheels in the future as I knocked the stock 26” wheels out of true pretty easy.
can you put 29 inch wheels on this frame?
Unfortunately, no. It’s a dedicated 26” bike.
The SE big ripper is the one you want for 29” bmx
So when we riding?
Soon! Y’all got anything planned?
What’s the gear ratio on the big guy
25:10 👍
I’m looking for a 26 inch bmx bike
This ones a solid option! Beats many of its competitors in spec for the dollar.
Everywhere I looked these bikes are selling between $539 and $599. Where did you get yours at $450?
I wouldn’t be surprised if the prices went up. The prices for raw materials spiked for all bike manufacturers, and their prices reflect that. I bought my drifter in December of 2020 on eBay for $450.
@@JaredRMorgan I see. Well, most of the distributors have the sold out sign and you can actually see for yourself if you type Kink drifter 26", it wouldn't go below
$539. I have been looking for a few days now. this is ridiculous, similar to when everyone was buying toilet paper a few months ago.
@@JaredRMorgan Great video by the way, I enjoyed the narrative.
It’s just like toilet paper, but worse. All we can hope is it eventually dies back down. & thank you! I try to keep things interesting. I appreciate you watching as well as dropping a comment for a quick chat.
@@rs3tuber425 where can I find it for 530? I'll snag help me out send link
Which crankset did you order for this bike? Can you please share?
I ended up fitting fiend team v2 cranks.
@@JaredRMorgan Thank you, any other mods?
I'm 5'9" at 210. am I too heavy for the drifter?
Nah at the time I probably weighed about the same maybe a tad more
where did you buy this for $450 ??
eBay! I’m sure those days are long gone now.
Wait how much it cost?
$450 USD is what I paid.
Anyone know where I can order one?
I actually got mine on eBay.
Is it light?
It’ll never be as light as a 20” but I don’t find the bike to be heavy. It’s quite manageable for its size.
@@JaredRMorgan Thanks for responding. I am 45 and used to ride a diamondback back in the late 80s early 90s. I want to bike again but want a bmx for nostalgia. I am a coporate guy 6 figure :)... I want to get back into it but want something bmx that does not look too young, lightweight and can do cool stuff (when nobody is looking) lol. Not been into bike riding since my diamondback late 80s. What do you reccommend?? Again, thanks for hitting me back. Cool Channel.
@@absolutethinker7764 I think you’re on the right track with this bike. What I love about it, is that it feels like a BMX that grew with me. Overall the colorway is tame and more understated. The geometry maintains the playful feel of BMX bikes that we all know and love while not being cramped up and uncomfortable. If you get one, I hope you love it like I love mine!
Price kitni hai es cycle ki
jab mainne ise praapt kiya to mainne isake lie $460 ka bhugataan kiya, lekin mujhe yakeen hai ki tab se keemat badh gaee hai.
The geometry on these is like a beach cruiser, not a bmx cruiser. Hard no.
The S&M Covid Cruiser is the most beach cruiser of all if you think this is bad. 🤣
Truth is, I build bikes for a living including beach cruisers and this is nothing like one. But I can understand if it’s not your style. No biggie!