The project provides work experience to adults with learning disabilities, teaching bicycles repairs. I’m not sure any bike in this class can say that. When it comes down to it, only two things really matter. The answer with this bike is yes, and yes, and all at an affordable cost. I had one of these bikes a few years back. There was just a couple things that was loose… But after getting a allen wrench, I was able to tighten up everything.
This frameset is covered for life against manufacturing defects for the original owner and comes with a lifetime crash replacement policy. You can read more about our genesis mountain bike warranty and crash replacement policy on our Support Page. Yes you can run a different shock, we know there are a lot of great shock options outside of what we spec.
If you are a customer who is looking to order a bike through your local Transition dealer or through the Transition Factory Outpost Store you will want to reach out to them directly. Although whenever my wife drags me to WalMart, I make it a point of taking pictures of the bikes that are assembled incorrectly. At Genesis we have a history of doing things our own way, whether that’s making bikes we want to ride, or heading in a direction that might seem a little crazy at the time. It’s who we are and we embrace that as we share our latest range.
However, the Spur was not designed with any reservoir equipped shocks in mind, and clearance for the reservoir was not a factor in the frame design. Transition Bikes is not responsible for any damage to a frame caused by a shock that we do not spec. Always check bottom out clearances before riding a non-spec shock and to verify fitment email us at You’re a fool for thinking Walmart bikes are decent bikes. Sure they are cheap, heavy, made with really crappy components, and can get you from a to b.
Of course, any weight savings from the bar swap would be offset when it comes time to replace the pedals (after about two rides or less), as they seem to have earned a reputation as the cheapest pedals ever. We did note that in online reviews, the average owner spent an additional $80 or more to get their bike in working order. Incorrectly installed tubes lasted only until they were inflated.
For simple transportation – I think this bike does the job. If you cannot afford a decent new bike, get a decent used bike. There is no possible way a company can sell a bike with a proper drivetrain and working front and rear suspension for $150. And those are the polite words I have for it. Did you even TOUCH this bike before you reviewed it??
The model number can be found on the lower portion of the seat tube just above the crank on a black and silver decal.
These can be replaced if needed to improve the overall sturdiness of the bike. Genesis has a lot of bikes in its ‘other’… If you think that we’ve incorrectly blocked you or you would like to discuss
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It has a drivetrain that many bikes shops simply won’t touch. They’re not snobs, they just know that no amount of time or skill will make loose and sloppy components work well. Since you own this bike, there’s a very good chance that you have never heard of a bike shop. They carry all sorts of odd bits and pieces for bicycles, and may even have a 26″ front rim with disc brake hub. But if your Genesis V1200 needs a new rim, now may be a good time to consider cutting your losses and sell it for scrap instead. If you want a quality bike that fits you, with components that work as intended, do not expect to find it at WalMart.