Maverick ML8. Any good?
Discussion
Ok, just looking at a long travel (5-6"
trail bike such as yeti 575 and SC Nomad, and have come across the ML8. Not rode one yet and not sure if I have even seen one in the metal.
I like it because
1. It seems to have been designed and engineered by a bloke who knows a thing or two!
2. Love the Idea of the rear suspension set up and in theory sounds effective.
3. They seem rare bikes and have a 'bit' of a following, which is always good for banter! and coming from a spesh, I'm looking for a bit of originality!!
4. They look flipin coool(and how many bikes are given a name when born!).
Not sure because
1. Crikey where to get that rear shock looked at!
2. Maybe a tad on the expensive side.
3. Is the design as upto date as other bikes made by larger companies.
So come on guys what are your experences and opinions of not just the ml8 (does she realy climb like they say?) but of maverick as a make.
cheers
RPM
trail bike such as yeti 575 and SC Nomad, and have come across the ML8. Not rode one yet and not sure if I have even seen one in the metal.I like it because
1. It seems to have been designed and engineered by a bloke who knows a thing or two!
2. Love the Idea of the rear suspension set up and in theory sounds effective.
3. They seem rare bikes and have a 'bit' of a following, which is always good for banter! and coming from a spesh, I'm looking for a bit of originality!!
4. They look flipin coool(and how many bikes are given a name when born!).
Not sure because
1. Crikey where to get that rear shock looked at!
2. Maybe a tad on the expensive side.
3. Is the design as upto date as other bikes made by larger companies.
So come on guys what are your experences and opinions of not just the ml8 (does she realy climb like they say?) but of maverick as a make.
cheers
RPM
Here's a few owners reviews RPM. http://www.mtbr.com/reviews/Allmtn_Full_Suspension...
Seems, to get 4/5 chilli's from everyone, but only one chap from the UK unfortunately. If you click the link at the top of the page you'll find more reviews for Maverick products which should help you get a more rounded idea of the company.
ETA: One bloke paid £4000!!!
Seems, to get 4/5 chilli's from everyone, but only one chap from the UK unfortunately. If you click the link at the top of the page you'll find more reviews for Maverick products which should help you get a more rounded idea of the company.
ETA: One bloke paid £4000!!!
Edited by WildCards on Tuesday 18th September 21:18
Yeah, getting that rear shock serviced could be problematic!
Cove are reasonably rare in this country (although rather popular here!) and the Hustler is one of the best Trail bikes - full stop. Designed in Canada where thay have similar weather extremes / conditions to the UK so tyre clearances etc... are bang on.
Commencal are also rare(ish) but since almost the entire range has been given all but perfect scores each time they're reviewed by the press (the Superlight aside) they are becoming more popular.
Transition are very capable and come with the rare kudos you have mentioned.
Cove are reasonably rare in this country (although rather popular here!) and the Hustler is one of the best Trail bikes - full stop. Designed in Canada where thay have similar weather extremes / conditions to the UK so tyre clearances etc... are bang on.
Commencal are also rare(ish) but since almost the entire range has been given all but perfect scores each time they're reviewed by the press (the Superlight aside) they are becoming more popular.
Transition are very capable and come with the rare kudos you have mentioned.
Hi there, My wife and I both have a an ML 7/5, and I can tell you nothing and I mean nothing climbs and descends like a maverick. As for service, the rear shock is very easy to do and the guys at extra (importers) are superb. If you have the cash go and try one, if you haven't don't cuz once ridden no other bike will do!
Mavericks RULE.
I have ML 7.5 (the 5" XC version of the ML 8) and it astounds me every time I ride it even after owning it 15 months. It is a stunning bike that is a true do every thing machine. I can crank out 20 miles on the road and thrash around the roughest of the forestry trails and climb up the steepest hills. However the cost is in the region of "If you have to ask then you cant afford", but its worth every pound of the £3.5K
As mentioned previously the climbing ability is stunning. It just grips when you expect it to spin out. The suspension design is very effecient when it comes to propelling the bike.
The comments about the shock..... Most full suspension bike designs need a fancy shock with low speed compression damping to prevent bob when pedalling. The Maverick shock is a conventional shock as the suspension does the work in preventing bob. It is easy to rebuild and tune.
Maverick customer service is great, unfortunately my experience with a bike shop in the UK and the importer Extra was poor.
However the ML8 may not be the best bike if you are oly concerned in going downhill. There are plusher suspension designs around but if you actually want to pedal your bike you will not find much better.
The Ibis Mojo may be worth a look though it is more XC orientated than the ML8.
Once you have ridden one in anger there will be no going back.
I have ML 7.5 (the 5" XC version of the ML 8) and it astounds me every time I ride it even after owning it 15 months. It is a stunning bike that is a true do every thing machine. I can crank out 20 miles on the road and thrash around the roughest of the forestry trails and climb up the steepest hills. However the cost is in the region of "If you have to ask then you cant afford", but its worth every pound of the £3.5K
As mentioned previously the climbing ability is stunning. It just grips when you expect it to spin out. The suspension design is very effecient when it comes to propelling the bike.
The comments about the shock..... Most full suspension bike designs need a fancy shock with low speed compression damping to prevent bob when pedalling. The Maverick shock is a conventional shock as the suspension does the work in preventing bob. It is easy to rebuild and tune.
Maverick customer service is great, unfortunately my experience with a bike shop in the UK and the importer Extra was poor.
However the ML8 may not be the best bike if you are oly concerned in going downhill. There are plusher suspension designs around but if you actually want to pedal your bike you will not find much better.
The Ibis Mojo may be worth a look though it is more XC orientated than the ML8.
Once you have ridden one in anger there will be no going back.
JWB said:
Mavericks RULE.
I have ML 7.5 (the 5" XC version of the ML 8) and it astounds me every time I ride it even after owning it 15 months. It is a stunning bike that is a true do every thing machine. I can crank out 20 miles on the road and thrash around the roughest of the forestry trails and climb up the steepest hills. However the cost is in the region of "If you have to ask then you cant afford", but its worth every pound of the £3.5K
As mentioned previously the climbing ability is stunning. It just grips when you expect it to spin out. The suspension design is very effecient when it comes to propelling the bike.
The comments about the shock..... Most full suspension bike designs need a fancy shock with low speed compression damping to prevent bob when pedalling. The Maverick shock is a conventional shock as the suspension does the work in preventing bob. It is easy to rebuild and tune.
Maverick customer service is great, unfortunately my experience with a bike shop in the UK and the importer Extra was poor.
However the ML8 may not be the best bike if you are oly concerned in going downhill. There are plusher suspension designs around but if you actually want to pedal your bike you will not find much better.
The Ibis Mojo may be worth a look though it is more XC orientated than the ML8.
Once you have ridden one in anger there will be no going back.
Hmm defo want to pedal up hill, aint got the gonads for full on down-hilling!I have ML 7.5 (the 5" XC version of the ML 8) and it astounds me every time I ride it even after owning it 15 months. It is a stunning bike that is a true do every thing machine. I can crank out 20 miles on the road and thrash around the roughest of the forestry trails and climb up the steepest hills. However the cost is in the region of "If you have to ask then you cant afford", but its worth every pound of the £3.5K
As mentioned previously the climbing ability is stunning. It just grips when you expect it to spin out. The suspension design is very effecient when it comes to propelling the bike.
The comments about the shock..... Most full suspension bike designs need a fancy shock with low speed compression damping to prevent bob when pedalling. The Maverick shock is a conventional shock as the suspension does the work in preventing bob. It is easy to rebuild and tune.
Maverick customer service is great, unfortunately my experience with a bike shop in the UK and the importer Extra was poor.
However the ML8 may not be the best bike if you are oly concerned in going downhill. There are plusher suspension designs around but if you actually want to pedal your bike you will not find much better.
The Ibis Mojo may be worth a look though it is more XC orientated than the ML8.
Once you have ridden one in anger there will be no going back.
Looked at the ibis but not convinced about having a carbon frame, although does look very 'bling'.
thanks for the info
Forgot to mention.......
The other thing I like about the Maverick design is that all the major loads are fed into strong parts of the frame (ie tube junctions) and not the middle of the tubes. The ML7.5 also has an open frame design which I find useful when carrying the bike.
I can recommend Chevin Cycles in Otley as a Maverick dealer.
The other thing I like about the Maverick design is that all the major loads are fed into strong parts of the frame (ie tube junctions) and not the middle of the tubes. The ML7.5 also has an open frame design which I find useful when carrying the bike.
I can recommend Chevin Cycles in Otley as a Maverick dealer.
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