Downhill bike used - High quality mountain bikes at good prices.
For the most difficult routes that go steeply downhill and to master challenging terrain, the downhill mountain bikes were developed. They stand out due to the low steering angle as well as a very low-sitting saddle, which ensures the perfect center of gravity, which, however, makes driving uphill virtually impossible. The downhill bikes have a very robust frame, so that rider and bike arrive safely at the destination during the demanding descents and also no jump, stone or root are too much. The frame at the downhill bike has thereby a few extra kilos on the hump, which one gladly accepts, however, for the necessary safety. Wide tires are used on the downhill bike, which guarantee the necessary grip and the large suspension travel, which is usually between 180 and 250 mm, ensures that you land safely and as comfortably as possible even with larger jumps.In addition to the downhill mountain bikes, which are also available as e-bikes, there are, among other things, enduro bikes, BMX or even freeride bikes. The enduro bikes are a mixture of all-mountain and freeride MTB, although the boundaries are also partly blurred. An Enduro MTB is rather intended for longer tours through rough terrain to test endurance qualities. With the BMX you can let off steam for example best in the bike park, where you can also experience crisp MTB downhill descents, as well as super single trails. A freeride MTB is designed similarly to a downhill bike, but facilitates driving uphill and is therefore more flexible to use. Who decides for a used downhill bike, can be lucky and find a bike in top condition incl. high-quality components. In addition to the common frame sizes, such as the size M and size L, but you can also find enough downhill bikes with a smaller or even larger frame height. Some of the used models have technology and developments, which were also already tested in the World Cup and then slowly arrived in the everyday sector of the bikes, whether road bike or MTB. A carbon frame is preferable to the aluminum frame, especially in the downhill sector, as this is normally not only lighter, but also achieves the better performance per kilogram in stress tests and impact tests. There are the downhill bikes as a hardtail as well as with suspension on the fork and the rear triangle. A hardtail MTB is actually not intended to rush downhill down the mountain, but still very many experienced downhill bikers rely on it to not have too much help in the tricky passages and to exhaust their own skills. Easier and especially advisable for beginners are of course the fully suspended downhill bikes, although the extra comfort is also reflected in the price. Some well-known downhill brands and models are, for example, Kona, Giant Bicycles with the Giant Glory series, Bergamont, Radon with the Radon Swoop, Mondraker, Propain, YT Industries with the YT Tues CF bikes, Specialized with the Specialized Demo, Santa Cruz, Trek, Commencal, or even the Votec downhill bikes. Important when picking up the used downhill bike is to know a little, or to have someone with you who has expertise, so as not to experience any nasty surprises. You should also always take a test ride so that you can identify any quirks on the bike. Used bikes not only have the price advantage, but you can get really good models and you do not even have to wait for long delivery times. In addition, they are also ideal for beginners, who have the opportunity to try out a good bike, instead of frustration with a cheap model that may tempt you to quit again. Also in terms of environmental protection, a used bike has the edge and the used market is still a driver for the economy. The chances are great that the seller either buys another bike for it, or makes other purchases with the proceeds of the sale. One disadvantage of used bikes is that they do not come with a warranty, which is why you should test them thoroughly. To avoid fraud, we offer, from Buycycle.de, for example, a buyer protection, for a smooth transaction when buying and sell. A small tip when buying a used bike, is to look at how popular certain models are or how often they are offered. This gives you a sense of whether the bike can be easily resold again, should you decide to buy a new, or another used.
The components are selected exactly to the requirements of a downhill bike
It is very important when choosing the components that these are selected to match the area of use of the bike, so that the maximum power can be brought from the bike to the terrain. There is a wide range of producers who have established themselves on the market sooner or later. These are well-known companies such as Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo, RockShox, Fox, Race Face, SDG, Selle Italia, Maxxis, Schwalbe, Continental, DT Swiss, Fulcrum Racing, Race Face, Newmen and a large number of other brands. Some of the bike manufacturers also have a research and development department to produce their own components, which are often designed for the specific bike series, but can also be used across models.
Derailleur groups & brakes
Many of the well-known manufacturers rely on Shimano and SRAM, which, depending on the bike category, are very close in terms of market share and quality, as well as the high-quality products from Campagnolo, when equipping the shifting groupsets. SRAM even has specially developed downhill shift groups, such as the SRAM X01 DH and SRAM GX DH in the range. For disc brakes, Shimano and SRAM are used, among others, and are partly equipped with Magura brake discs. Especially in the downhill bikes it is very important to have the modern and efficient disc brakes on the bike, for maximum safety, or also to be able to get out every little time advantage in the race.
Shock
Popular brands for the suspension fork, as well as for the rear shock, are Fox and RockShox. From time to time, a suspension from Öhlins is also used, but by far not as often as the proven quality of RockShox, such as the RockShox Boxxer, or even a suspension fork or damper from Fox.
Saddle / Seatpost & Handlebar / Wheels
The right saddle ensures the best possible comfort, while the right settings for the seatpost, handlebars and stem provide the optimal seating position. The wheels are usually covered with wide tires that have the necessary grip to bite into the terrain.
Additional equipment
For best protection on the head, there are, for example, the excellent O'Neal downhill MTB helmets, or other high-quality helmets of the competition. No matter which product you ultimately choose, it is most important to always have a helmet on your head, in case you do come to fall awkwardly. In addition, there are also other protective clothing such as goggles, or even protectors, to have the best possible all-round protection. If you still want, you can also buy new pedals, if the old ones are too worn out when you pick them up. How do I find the best used downhill bike without having to compromise on quality. In addition to downhill bikes, there are also several other mountain bike sectors, such as enduro, trail, cross-country, freeride, all-mountain, dirt bikes and fat bikes, as well as E-MTBs. In the road bike sector, a distinction is made between the classic road bike, cyclocross bikes, gravel bikes as well as triathlon and time trial bikes. Even in the racing bike sector, many brands now offer the respective e-bikes with, which are often based on the basic model. These were then adapted to the new requirements, such as integrating the motor into the frame, in terms of aerodynamics as well as the look. Depending on the manufacturer, these also have other categories in the range or subcategories, such as bikepacking, or travel bikes, trekking bikes, fitness bikes, commuting bikes, transport bikes, urban bikes and more, so there should be something for everyone. Many of these divisions are also available as e-bikes. Some manufacturers also offer a wide range of women's bikes, both as classic bikes and as e-bikes. Furthermore, many manufacturers now also offer children's bikes, some with different frame sizes. If you have any further questions, the buycycle team will be happy to help you.
