Are KS dropper post good?
The KS LEV Si has a great price, great performance, low stack height and low insertion depth. It would make a great upgrade for someone looking to get their first dropper post, or upgrading a shorter post. Only the basic features let it down.
Why does my dropper post sag?
A sagging seatpost usually means that air got into the IFP chamber and the seatpost needs to be bled.
Is it bad to leave dropper post down?
It’s best to store your bike with the dropper post in the extended position. Storing the bike with the dropper seat post in the down position puts significantly more stress on the internal seals and increases the chances of seal failure. We would recommend storing the post in an extended position.
What if my dropper post is too long?
You should try lowering your post as low as it goes in the frame. Most likely it will stop at its own collar pressing down at the frame’s seat post collar/binder. If then, at its full extension, the saddle still feels too high, you are likely to have a frame too big for you.
What is the lightest dropper post?
Transfer SL dropper post
The Transfer SL dropper post from suspension manufacturer Fox is the ultimate lightweight dropper post option for XC and gravel riders. It features less travel and lighter weights compared to the standard Transfer that’s needed more for trail and enduro riders.
Why does my dropper go down when I sit on it?
If you press the lever of your dropper post and nothing happens (the post either stays up or down), then there is not enough tension on the cable. If your dropper post is moving without pressing the lever (it won’t stay up as you are riding), then you have too much tension on the cable. You’ll want to REMOVE tension.
Why does my dropper post go down when I sit on it?
If you press the lever of your dropper post and nothing happens (the post either stays up or down), then there is not enough tension on the cable. You’ll want to ADD tension. If your dropper post is moving without pressing the lever (it won’t stay up as you are riding), then you have too much tension on the cable.
Do dropper posts work in the cold?
6 year old gravity dropper works fine in the cold, I regularly night ride in the winter where its below zero. Cable on my revive froze a couple of times in recent sub zero rides. Bit of gentle persuasion and it resets.
Is it possible to shorten a dropper post?
The upper part of the mechanically operated BMC dropper is a simple tube that can be cut shorter with a hacksaw if 25 millimeters of adjustment is not enough to achieve your correct ride height.
What is the most reliable dropper post?
Best dropper posts
- PNW Rainier Gen 3. The most adjustable, user friendly, super-smooth dropper post we’ve used at a superb price.
- RockShox Reverb AXS. The future is now.
- Magura Vyron eLECT.
- Crankbrothers Highline 3.
- Fox Transfer Factory.
- Brand-X Ascend XL.
- KS LEV.
- RockShox Reverb Stealth.
Why won’t my KS Lev dropper post move up and down?
A cable that has gotten pulled tight or loose, will defintely have an impact on how well your KS Lev dropper post moves up and down. Also try adjusting the barrel adjuster for the lever/cable, as this will also have big impact on the movement of the seatpost. Make sure the shaft is free of dust and dirt.
How do I lubricate my dropper post?
If you have an older dropper post, you may want to try applying Grease to the post like: SRAM Butter Grease – “When the post is clean, apply some lightweight grease to the top of the lower seatpost. You want to use the slipperiest lightweight grease you can find. Check out Finish Line Stanchion Lube .
How do you fix a dropper seat post that won’t stay up?
If your dropper seat post is operating very slowly up or down, apply a little Slick Honey Grease to the stanchion. Be sure to wipe off the dirt after every ride to lessen the chance of contaminating the internals.