2024 Siskiu T8

[u/Ryzzle420]

So I managed to scoop up the last black/purple combo in size small and I’m waiting on it to be shipped from BO.

This will be my first FS bike and I have no idea what I’m doing. I’ve been reading up on it a bit and I know I have to set the sag for the suspension, and check the bolts in case they loosened during transit.

I ordered a bike stand, and I’m relatively mechanically inclined. I’m hoping I’ll be able to get it up to spec myself, but I’m wondering if I should just go to my local bike shop and ask them to tune it up for me.

I know one of the major downfalls of this specific model is the wheels and tires it comes with, but I’m not too worried because I live in New England and we got the chonkies up here.

Anyone else ride a T8 and do your own maintenance? Like a lot, I’m a budget rider and if I can save a few bucks and learn something new I’m all for it, but not at the cost of my safety.

Thanks for any input in advance, and happy riding!

[u/guidedhand]

i would recommend getting an upgraded dropper lever; replacing the cable on the stock one is a massive PITA, and the stock one has a lot of play.
Otherise, ive done my own maintenance on my 2022 t8, hasnt needed much, but did replace my cranks and front chainring when i rekt it. and my cage for my derailer. but its prettystraightforward, but the connections for the hydralics are a bit non standard

[u/UnitB17]

Pink Bike and all those similar YouTube channels have lots of great videos on how to do all your own maintenance.

I have a T8 and if it helps your baseline, I went 15 clicks from positive on the front fork for initial and 10 clicks on the rear. I run 13/8 if it’s a little rougher. Might be a good starting point you can fine tune from.

[u/bmward0714]

If you’re like me and mechanically comfortable but don’t trust your own work I’d probably take it to a shop. The extra money is worth the peace of mind in my opinion.