Older KHS FXT Descent MTB - worth tuning up???
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Older KHS FXT Descent MTB - worth tuning up???
I've got a 1998 KHS FXT Descent that I've had since new. It went quite a few years with just occasional use but I seem to be doing a bit more riding lately now that my kids are getting older. Here's the bikepedia link: https://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/B...sent&Type=bike
I've noticed it seems to be creeking and flexing more than it used to as well as having difficulty shifting. I'm wondering if it is worth an overhaul that might end up costing around $100+ or is it worth just trying to get a newer Trek 4300 or Felt Q520 type bike.
The other piece to this is my 5'2" 12yo is getting pretty big for his BMX bike and will probably need something soon since he is riding his bike everyday to 7th grade. Whether I fix this or buy something in the $400 price range, he will probably end up taking it over.
Thoughts....????
I've noticed it seems to be creeking and flexing more than it used to as well as having difficulty shifting. I'm wondering if it is worth an overhaul that might end up costing around $100+ or is it worth just trying to get a newer Trek 4300 or Felt Q520 type bike.
The other piece to this is my 5'2" 12yo is getting pretty big for his BMX bike and will probably need something soon since he is riding his bike everyday to 7th grade. Whether I fix this or buy something in the $400 price range, he will probably end up taking it over.
Thoughts....????
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