REVIEW - $3,000 Specialized STATUS 160
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
- Bang for your buck enduro mountain bike. #MTB #mountainbike
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Highlights
Aluminum frame
29/27.5-inch wheels
160mm (6.3-inches) of rear-wheel travel // 160mm (6.3-inches) fork travel
FSR suspension design
Tapered headtube
Internal cable routing
Geometry adjust flip chip
160mm or 140mm travel options
Sold consumer-direct
Threaded bottom bracket with ISCG05 mounts
Boost 148mm rear spacing with 12mm through axle
Measured weight (size S5, no pedals): 33 pounds 12 ounces (15.3 kg)
MSRP $3,000 USD
Just can't ask for anything more of a review. Brilliant stuff guys !!
I've had this bike for a year. Honestly been great. Sliced the rear tire after a week so upgraded to maxxis DD casing. No issues other than that. It's always fun to upgrade bikes, but when you compare this to the Santa Cruz bronson or similar, it's surprising how similar the geo on the status is (relatively speaking) but so much cheaper. Of course different bikes ride differently and suspension platforms make a big difference too... I've just had a hard time talking myself away from an upgrade because this is just such a good value.
Are you happy with the size? I typically ride a size Large as I'm 6' with longer arms. However, I see the reach on the Status S4 is crazy long.. Wondering if I should try the S3 as the reach is more similar to the size Large bikes I've owned...
@@jordanwurmlinger4183 I'm having the same dilemma between S3 & S4, I'm 5 '11", fairly long arms. Did you get one and if so which size?
@@donkeydeakin No, I jumped on one of the Ripmo AF deals last fall. Couldn't be any more happier with this bike.
@Jordan Wurmlinger ah nice I've seen a lot of people mention them actually. Bit of a toss up between the status, capra or one of them tbh. I think it'll just be a case of pick one and get over it, maybe I'm looking into it too much lol
@@jordanwurmlinger4183 Just seeing this but whatever. I was on an S3/Medium and thought it was good. I pedaled a S2 around in the parking lot and felt it was a little small. I actually sold it (was happy with it, just like to keep trying different bikes) and the new bike is a little shorter at 455 reach (as opposed to 462 in S3). Cheers!
I've had the status 140 for 7 months now and have had zero issues with anything on the bike. Haven't had any creaks either. And I ride the shit out of it too. Definitely hasn't been ridden lightly. Learned 360s on it, road double blacks in Sedona, bottomed out super hard on big drops and jumps, all that and it still preforms soo well. I think the leaking of the fork in this video was just being unlucky. Only thing that may be an issue so far, I think the derailleur clutch has weakened, so heavy landings on big drops or jumps tend to make noise from chain slap. Thought this might be helpful for anyone looking to buy the bike 🤙
dose it climb good? I'm looking to get the 140.
@@johnkuhl9590 yeah it climbs just fine for me. Havn't owned any other full sus bikes to compare it to, but the 140 doesn't feel too sluggish to me. Climbs pretty well. I've done quite a bit of cross country trails with long climbs on it. Compared to my hardtail, its almost just as quick.
@@Subala_Villa thanks for the info
@@johnkuhl9590 yea yea no probs
@@Subala_Villa how is the lockout?
Please do A LOT of reviews like this because this is everything we need. Extremely cool looking bike btw!
Great review, after 14 months with my Status I agree whole heartedly with your prognosis. Bang for buck, very hard to beat and have enjoyed the upgrades to GX, Maxxis & suspension services/tuning.
I upgraded to GX right from the start, but I'm still not super confident with the durability. The clutch weakened a lot during a year of riding.
Any concerns with climbing over your time of ownership?
How much was the upgrade to GX?
Thanks. I'm a fan of alloy frames. I feel bad for today's youth due to the price of decent spec'd rides now a days but alloy is still a great option.
this guy should test all new bikes for durability LMAO. the destroyer.
Agreed!
A reasonably priced bike from specialized ? What world are we living in ?
Specialized is consumer direct now. No bike shop getting a cut.
@@chrisprysok7634 bike shop didnt make cuts that their bikes are 6-10k dude :D status is an exemption :D
@@chrisprysok7634 status has been out way before the big S went direct also.
It did go up since last year by $300
WORD!
Awesome review! I couldn’t ask for more! It’s a pleasure watching your content. You definitely know what the viewers want! Cheers, guys! Keep up the great work!🍻
There actually is a low speed compression adjuster. It is a 4 position adjuster. If you look in the shock manual/ schematic it shows it. I have one of these on my '22 stumpy Evo alloy. You can pop off the little black cap where the adjuster should be (it's a little scary the first time, I used some Pedro's levers to pop it off) and turn the dial. It's not obvious unless you already know
Did you have to buy the blue dial for compression adjustment or could you turn it on its own?
@ethanjiinies u can use that same little black knob or buy the kit and put it on. It's very easy.
The hardest part of the review for Johnny was the channel plugs for liking and subscribing. Dude has no issues with putting the bike through it's paces.
those were jokes.
@@vitalmtb Yeah, I know.
Great review. I've had this bike for just over a year and it's awesome value. The butcher tyres let me down a couple times so they were the first upgrade. I had the same oil leak on the rythm fork after some bigger hits but all good after a service. The nx rear mech is poor and will be the next upgrade. Code r brakes need a regular bleed if you like them precise. This is a burly bike and worth every penny.
Had this bike for a few months now. Such a awesome review of it!!!!!! i am pretty much the same weight but a bit shorter 6'. quiet aggressive rider. Had a issue with knocking it the fork after 1 month of riding. got the rear tyre upgraded to a gravity casing before it left the shop, so no issues there. good what you said abt the climbing, biggest concern for me abt buying the bike. my dealer assured me it wasnt as bad as some reviews were making out, and it definitely isnt. Such a awesome bike for the money!
Just bought a Status 160 on sale for $2250. That green is amazing in person. It is crazy to me that a bike this good at this price is so rare.
awesome!
where did you purchased it?
@@NoahPARK82 Specialized website, shipped to a local retailer for assembly and pickup.
@@letsgo_inc Is it was a black Friday deal? currently the price is 3000 on the website
This bike is super fun! I put a MRP progressive coil on mine because I shuttle it on technical trails often! So playful and capable! Just not as fast as the longer chainstay bikes on DH. But if your not going for top speed and just want rowdy good times on gnarly trails- this bike is for you.
Back again for the 16th time. I've been looking at so many bikes but this thing just looks so rad...
Great Video. I found the info really relevant and well put together. I like asking the tester what he would change and why and also asking if the changes would be necessary for a different type of rider or terrain
you guys are so much better than pinkbike!!! thank you!
I just got one of these on the sale that specialized had going for $2250. I couldn’t find any deal like this for a new enduro bike. Been super happy with it so far!
great review and always fun to see some local spots on the channel
Those rims are dt511ex with another finish,good for trail&enduro use but like any other alloy rim,you can dent them. I always put a tire insert in both wheels,so no dings in my rims!!!! I had killed many many tires&rims,at 150 or so running low pressure. My last wheelset is intact 2 years later,some cosmetic chips but 0 dings,only 1 flat with a trail butcher on the rear and octamusse insert.
Dude this video! Answer one of my questions exactly with great execution. thanks guys!
watching Johnny ride this is the ticket! He makes it look awesome! Good review and footage!
I love my status 160, has hunt wheel set and coil shock. The bike now weighs more but to me it’s a great bike for the price.
Unless it's Ohlins (steel shaft) be careful with the coil. They're known to snap due to the yoke design, mine did last week.
@@sweetgebus mine is Rockshox what was yours.
Awesome review, hard to find much on these bikes. They look like good fun.
More reviews from this burly boy please! As a Clyde it is nice to hear from a large dude that can shred.
Sick review! I live in Phoenix so this was especially cool to watch for me. Oh and these are $2200.00 on sale right now!
I riding bikes my whole life will be 43 this year jever had a real real nice bike i love to have one of these to comute in i drive my bike everyday and everywhere.
Nice South Mtn and Papago footage. 😃 Great review.
Ugh wish I knew about this when it was on sale, would have loved to give my local shop my business. Guess I'll keep rocking my 2019 Trek Slash until another deal convinces me not to. The new Ibis HD6 looks amazing too.
Great bike for downhill and it loves to fly. Minimal effort to clear jumps that are sketch on my other bike. Not easy to climb though. Built for parks. Like other Status owners the first change is the tires. On more then one occasion the rear tire almost folded off the rim with high, med, and low air pressure. NX rear derailleur sucks and the cassette on mine comes loose often causing rattling back end. None of this is the bikes fault it's the components. Happy trails yawl.
Who says there no LSC adjustment? Pop that little black cap off abd it's right there! U can use that same plastic cap to adjust or better yet, buy the LSC adjustment kit for about $35.00 and put it on. Easily!! I did!
I have to say that I appreciate the ride report from a burlier rider!
Been eyeing this bike as a budget park bike for two years now and now have one on order. Coming from a full DH rig park days will be different but I'm excited!
why are you you switching from a DH rig to the Status?
@@Shred_Tube I switched it was a good move for me. 1. 160mm of travel and slack setup is fine for most every bike park trail, from green to black. Only the gnarled trails feel a little daunting on the status. 2. Its lighter and more nimble than a DH rig Sonim having more fun.
Would you guys have Johnny do a video on his bike set up being a bigger guy. Big guys like to ride as well, haven’t seen any information on set up for bigger guys…
I love watching reviews on the bike I have lol. I love my status 160
wow what a great bang for your buck, the fork blows out after a month of riding and you'll need a new cassette as well and you have a limited selection of cassette's that will fit your hub. great value
I just bought one today, I cant wait for it to arrive :)
Thanks for a great review. But now you left me thinking - Status or Stumpjumper Evo with mullet link for fun and rare enduro comps?
His technique and riding position is really good.
I’m looking at grabbing one of these and I’m a heavier rider as well. Besides the obvious rubber and drivetrain did the big unit do anything with tokens in either fork or shock to limit bottom outs for his weight and riding? Great to see some ‘real’ size rider reviews and not all you whippets haha. Cheers
6'3" 235 on a status 140 and haven't had issues with bottoming out. Have the pressure set for my weight and everything has been good so far.
I got mine last year. My Status has stayed in the "steep" position since I got it. It still feels slack. I just sheared the drive ring out of the rear hub, so if you're actually going to pedal it uphill, you might want to consider upgrading the rear hub. Rear shock came with nitrogen on the wrong side of something. And the tires are junk. But all in all, it's a good bike!
“Rear shock came with nitrogen on the wrong side of something” hahaha this made me lol.
@@hadleybennett6875 i do all my own servicing except for the suspension nowadays. Couldn't remember what my guy said, but after he fixed it, it's butter smooth!
finally, a fellow bigboy that actually test the bikes durability
Have had the bike since last season. bike is great! NX is trash (or maybe i just crash to much and bend it). I would also upgrade the tires, butchers aren't horrible but I would look into upgrading them first.
I like Jonathon’s reviews. Just wondering, did he prefer the S6 size of the EVO, or the S5 of the Status. Im a bigger guy at 6’4” and would like to hear his opinion. Also, I think it’s a huge endorsement that he liked the EVO so much that he bought one himself. Im assuming the same size (S6) as his test bike?
his stumpjumper is S5, too. he said for the tigher, more tech riding in phoenix, that's what he prefers. if he was in a place with faster, less-twisty terrain, he'd consider the S6
@@vitalmtb thank you so much! I’m in Bellingham so there is a variety of riding here. Thanks again for your input!
@@HissLikeSteam I'm 6'3" and ride a custom built S6 stumpy evo from Fanatik in Bellingham. I tend to like larger, more stable bikes and it definitely is that. The S6 works better for me with custom cockpit compared to stock. I use 40mm stem, 30mm stem spacers, 35mm rise handlebar, and seat slammed all the way forward. I love my positioning on the bike for riding downhill. There's no question I personally prefer S6 for downhill. The only disadvantage for me is the reach is a tad long for pedaling uphill considering the low back pain I've had for a decade.
@@blangeleven I’m from Bellingham and I love visiting Fanatik. Small world :)
I’d love to see this compared to an alloy GT Force 29. I got the expert build for $3500 and they aren’t too far apart spec wise, I haven’t seen any reviews of it other than one from pink bike and one from beta on the old pro build.
Real life tester, good to see
You don't need to swap out the full hub to change the driver. Just find the correct XD driver, pull off the old HG one and your golden.
we couldn't find confirmation that an XD driver is available for this hub. if it is, that's fantastic!
@@vitalmtb Roval has one. I swapped my mine to GX. $80 and you’re gtg.
@@vitalmtb The hubs are made by "Bear Pawls" and Specilized sells freehubs for XD (S202100005) and Micro Spline (S202100006) for 50€ (in Germany). U can even get a Rock Shox specific axle (S205900003) with 31mm endcaps for their "torque caps" mounting.
Shame it’s not a 1 to 1 price conversion in Australia. 3000 US is 3900 AUD but the bike costs 5200 🤷♂️
Great review, do you guys every undo the frame pivot bolts to see if they wereproperly greased, loc-tited, torqued etc. from the factory? Or run the bike as is and check if/when it's an issue during the test.
The oil "leak" might be just the lower's lubricant bein smashed past the seal because of high buildup pressure and sudden impacts. Then again, I'm no expert!
nice bike! durability is important!
At least Specialized acknowledges this bike's existence now...
How is the rear end stiffness compared to the stumpy. I’m a burly boy myself and a flexy rear is a no go.
What's the maximum tire size? 2.6 29? Will it fit 2.8 27.5?
Great riding! What is the tire pressure run through those rough sections? Thanks
I run 29psi rear and 27.5psi up front
@@JonnySimonetti Cool. So fairly high compared to what I often read. But it makes sense, lots of rocky terrain there it seems, and for jumping. It also looks like you run your suspension fairly stiff?
I think the float X does have low speed compression. Pull that little plastic x cap off the top and use allen key?
Thanks for the video
Would you recommend this over a spindrift Al high end ? I mostly do bike park in blue mountain pa
27.5” rear wheel on an S5 (XL) makes no sense to me. That’s the equivalent of a 26” on an S3 (M) or 24” on an S1 (XS)
Being 6’3 230 those specialized trail tires tore on me my first ride also, bigger riders better swap immediately.
I had this bike last year and upgraded to a marin alpine instead
Bike is such a solid value!
Lost me at "mixed wheel size only". For that price I'd go for the Slash 7.
Guys, I'm looking to purchase a Stumpjumper EVO. I'm 6'5" and can't decide between size S5 or S6. Any tips? Which size does Jonny use for his personal Stumpjumper?
I actually almost got this bike instead of the devinci spartan 29 aluminum 2021
These bikes are close to impossible to get a hold of in Norway.
I can’t find this bike on the specialized website. Any reason. Only way I find it is if I look it up on the search bar. Wondering if they make it anymore just worrying about spending so much money
Great review. Impressive riding by the big dude, and he sure can climb the tough stuff!
Put this against the Marin alpine trail and polygon n9
I believe current N9 has 65.5 hta
what company is the logo on his shirt? I've seen a nice looking riding jacket with their logo on it but for the life of me can't find them on the googlez.
I just bought the 140 version. Its pretty fun.
same, have the 140, absolute beast
Do you know the travel on this bike? Haha Shots Fired!
Will this frame work with 27.5 fork and 27.5 front wheel. Thank you
That dude hauls the mail
I have this bike but my derailleur makes a lot of rattling noise if you know why please reply
Can you turn the rear to a 29?
I would definitely skip this bike and go for the Evo. It's heavy, raked out, the Code R breaks went to the bars after the second ride needing a complicated bleed, and the wheelset is crap, and let's not talk about those shitty tires. Sold it after 6 months and never looked back.
I’m 6‘2“ and 190 pounds I find that the butcher that came on my Evo Evo slides around underneath me pushing in the berms. If you compare the S6 Evo to the status S5, at 6‘4“ how much do you think the size difference makes? And do you know if specialized is coming out with an S6 version of the status?
i'd say doubtful on S6 status, but who knows. jonny's stumpjumper is S5, too. he said for the tigher, more tech riding in phoenix, that's what he prefers. if he was in a place with faster, less-twisty terrain, he'd consider the S6
Will a 29" wheel fit if you replace it for the 27.7"?
Papago and SoMo, No Hawes jump line though???
homeboy prob lives in Ahwatukee. Hawes is a drive from there and Biden's gas ain't cheap
Nice looking bike.
is it available in europe? can‘t find it when looking from austria
not sure : (
In Deutschland auf jeden Fall, ich habe meins bei einem Specialized Concept Store in der Nähe von Stuttgart gekauft. Gibt es das in Österreich auch?
@@redinho1994 gute frage🤔
Hi, planning to buy a Status 160 frame. Can anyone help me if I can use a 170mm Rockshox Yari? Since I have a Yari on hand.
Does the dropper post go all the way down in the seat tube?
No it only goes as far as that kink in the tube.
7:39 is it possible to get that sound in any bike
Status or Spectral Al 5?
Gotta say DW link Ripmo AF full deore. slx brakes and DVO suspension with good wheels for $300 more. NX is mediocre. Spesh is known for nickle and diming on components. Bigger riders need to run the 2.6 tires.
if the status had deore on it, it'd be five stars for sure.
@@vitalmtb what? 🤣 Deore is utter garbage. I’d rather have no groupset and a discount than have to pay for a not fit for purpose groupset that I’d have to replace with the first 6 months anyway. I don’t like seeing NX ether but it’s way better than deore.
Does a 29” fit the rear on a status?
I want this so bad
I still cannot fathom WTF companies put this sort of casing (EXO+/Grid Trail, etc) as a REAR tyre on bigger travel bikes...IMO it creates a lot of damage and misinformation amongst consumers too. Le-sigh. That grid Gravity is very tough, I mean it's no SuperGravity, but man as a 73kg rider, touch wood, no inserts needed at ~25PSI.
@cuanlohrentz I run Schwalbe Evo casing Magic Mary’s on my DH bike, and they’ve survived 9 days Of Whistler black and double black tech and 4 days of Thredbo cannonball with not a single flat or dented rim. I run cushcore XC inserts. But then again my Demo DH bike weighs 32.5lbs, and I weigh 75kg and know how to ride light, so horses for courses I’d say. Don’t believe all the hype telling you that 1.2kg tyres are the be all and end all.
@@Earlysport I'm note believing shit :P But it's unrealistic to expect most people to #ridelight and an the mass diff between light casing+insert over tougher and more reliable casing is rather marginal in any case. The Grid Gravity are not as heavy as SG sure so not at the 1.2kg mark anyway. But in general...lugging around a little extra mass instead of having to stop and plug a tyre is wholeheartedly a better idea for most weekend worriers ;)
@@Earlysport Evo casing? That doesn't exist. "Evo" means that the tyre has Schwalbe's highest technology available, nothing to do with the thickness of the casing. So which casing is it?
Yeah, I think it's a price point thing, but I agree, it basically just puts more tires in the garbage.
I have a theory, may be wrong, but here you go: Keep the catalog weight low. Looks good on paper, but to you get to the point where your bike can withstand some beating on rocky-rooty tracks, you add at least 1kg to the stock weight.
170cm - S2 or S3 ?
nice, what are your rebound settings?
160mm travel is not enough for a status. I owned a 2012 status and I’d love to see 180mm at least on this.
The older status's were downhill bikes
@@elstokedgringo that’s my point. The Status was at least a freeride bike back then and now it’s barely an enduro bike. Should’ve just called it something else.
I almost regret getting my stumpy comp. Almost
Very Nice ❤️🔥❤️🔥
I dig Specialized in all and I bet the bike would be fun but it seems like after a gnarly session I'd have to get a complete overhaul at my local shop! I'm 6'3", 210 and I can tell ya, that bike ain't for me! Cheers!
Fack, I bought a new bike a year ago for $2700, this would have been a much better option.
This should be called a "review"!
What is the max tire width i can put on the rear?
I’m wanting to know the same
@@FiremedicSRT i bought the frame and fitted an 2.6 maxxis in the rear, i think a 2.8 can fit but with not a lot of clearance, 2.6 is fine.