2023 Honda SCL500 First Ride Review

Not too long and well balanced with none of the ‘too much weight on the wrists’ feeling that sometimes comes on trail hardtails. I must say, a lot of people don’t like low end bicycles with a full suspension, as supposedly the rear shocks tend to bounce and it makes for a pogo stick affect. It is meant specifically for taller folks like me (I’m 6′ 1″) however I think people a bit shorter than me would be right at home. Finally, for the bikepackers, the Longitude is a fully rigid, steel-framed mid-fat expedition adventure bike. You’ll find a range of materials used in Genesis bikes, though the brand is well loved for its steel offerings.

After I felt comfortable with it, I aimed for a short uphill at about 50° or so. But I stood on the pedals and pedaled hard, not expecting the forward pedaling to be that strenuous. It was a stalemate for about 30 seconds, and without any incident, I fell off the bike.

It needs to be assembled against the manual, according to the relative requirements. It’s very easy for someone who hardly knows how to assemble a bike. But for its relatively narrow 26″ x 2.1″ tires, riding in the mud was a bigger challenge. So we came to the relatively dry, stone-paved forest road single track.

The battery here comes from Darfon, and it’s a 626-watt-hour unit. Propain doesn’t provide any range estimates, as bikes of this sort are usually ridden hard off-road, so range would certainly vary on multiple factors. The 16 years old brand is mainly known for the conception of durable bicycles made of quality materials.

The Vapour is Genesis’ CX race machine and there are three models available (10, 20 and 30). There’s the option of having a full carbon frame at the higher end of the spec too, or a more affordable version with an aluminium frame and carbon fork. The Mantle is the brand’s XC and endurance bike, and is a full carbon 29er hardtail with 100mm travel. The Genesis Tarn is a steel-framed short-travel hardtail with 120mm travel and 27.5in wheels, and is equipped with Maxxis Rekon tyres. The Liv Tempt 4 is relatively more expensive and uses a lightweight ALUXX-grade aluminum frame.

genesis mountain bikeWe ask that you return your bike to the same place it was purchased. If you purchased on our website, we can accept the return. If bought at an outside retailer, be sure to have your receipt.

genesis mountain bikeThe exertion of exuberant physical strength also promotes the growth of teenagers. The frame has internally routed cables for better aerodynamics and a wide section down tube for better torsional stiffness. Up to four people can have digital keys and you can temporarily forward one to someone who might borrow the car.