Read the MTBR reviews for earlier years when the Recoil was made: Diamondback Recoil XC Full Suspension Reviews - Mtbr.com If you read the "cons" for a couple of the threads there are several who mention cracks in the swing-arm for the rear suspension or in the frame. If I saw one of those I wouldn't be particularly concerned but to read a couple of them would put me off - way off.