Features
Mountain Lock Out Suspension Hydraulic Disc Brake features is:
- 【High tech Frame】Hiland Slycan has a high quality ultralight aluminum frame for riding and moving with ease,corrosion resistant and very easy to clean and maintain.Internal shift cable and brake hose routing can help your cables last longer by protecting them from any environment,reduce wind resistance for higher speed.
- 【Brake&Shifter】Dual Powerful hydraulic disc brakes are more efficient than other brakes, provide you better durability and stopping power for your rugged and damp adventures . 27 Speeds drivetrain allows you to find the place that’s most efficient for you and the higher gear to pursue speed within a wide range of variability.
- 【Lock-Out Fork】Front suspension fork with adjustable damping absorbs any bumps and dips on the trail for a smoother-feeling ride.When riding on smooth road,locked suspension means your fork remains inactive,won’t absorbe your pedaling power to increase pedaling efficiency. It saves your energy and increase speed.
- 【XC Tires】Double wall aluminum rim is not only stronger but also protects the inner tube to increase the strength of outdoor riding.27.5”*2.1” XC tires are thin and roll fast，have anti-skid patterns, wear-resistant anti-skid, good shock absorption, strong puncture and abrasion resistance,more comfortable and all-terrain riding.
- 【Buy Guide】SIZE S suits riders between 5'1" & 5'7";SIZE M suits riders between 5'5" & 5'10";SIZE L suits riders between 5'8" & 6'2".85% pre-assembled,easy to assemble, assembly tools included.Please don’t assemble the fork BACKWARDS.If you have any questions about the bike, please do not hesitate to contact us for solution.
Reviews
Below are some critical reviews about Mountain Lock Out Suspension Hydraulic Disc BrakeHaven't really ridden it yet, but here's my initial experience and impressions. Notified by Amazon via Email that USPS had a problem delivering my package. Got home later that day and they left a slip saying it was oversized and I'd have to pick it up the next business day. (Saturday turned out to be a business day) Post office apologized for the issue and explained that they have a contract with Amazon to deliver packages under a certain size and weight but Amazon keeps sending them things way outside that limit like oak king sized beds with the mattresses. My bike was just a bit over their delivery size. (No worries it fit in the back of my jeep) So add an extra day and expect to go get it if Amazon uses USPS. Initial impression was that the box was thin for it's size. There was slight damage to the box consistent with what has been shown on other reviews. The weight of the box was nice and light for being as big as it was. (I was starting to get a little excited because of how light it was.) Got it home and opened it up. No excessive packaging, no blocks of styrofoam, just some plastic and foam sheeting, some zip ties, and a couple of plastic disks to protect the ends of the axles. Inside was two kind of generic instruction books. One in german, one in english.General assembly wasn't bad, just been a little bit since I've messed with a bike. Tuning the derailleurs was a little more time consuming. The generic instructions were slightly helpful though the pictures were only moderately close to what is actually on the bike, and I ended up having to change the install angle of the front derailleur and tighten the control cable to get it to work correctly. (Not even hinted at in the instructions.) Centering the front brake was also a bit of a challenge but I got it so it doesn't rub on the disk when the wheel spins. (Again not much help from the instructions) The rear brake wasn't as firm as the front and after a bit of exploration I figured out how to add more fluid. Just a tiny amount of D.O.T. 3 fixed the issue and now both sides are equally responsive. (Absolutely nothing in the instructions on how to do this or what fluid to use) The front shock has a nice lock out feature that keeps it from compressing, and has an adjustment knob on the other side. (Nothing in the instructions on what the adjustment knob is or how it works.) Shocks feel a little weak, even after messing with the adjustment knob, and I suspect that like the brakes they may be low on oil... I'll have to research the shock assembly. A quick trip to get the tires aired up and my bike was ready to go... except for a seat change. I bought an after market seat for it since I was expecting the stock seat to be an unpleasant experience as seems to be the case with most mountain bikes from reviews I've read. Surprisingly the stock seat didn't seam that bad. It had a surprising amount of cushion and flexibility. I might have been okay using that seat. Lastly the kickstand is adjustable (nothing in the instructions on it) Initial test ride wasn't bad. Derailleurs worked well. Brakes were nicely responsive though I just went up and down the street (it's a moderate hill) and made a few laps around the big tree in my yard. It handled the roots and rough ground well, the gearing made for an easy assent up the street. I unlocked the front shock and took it for another spin. Jumped the curb into the yard around the tree a few more times and dropped off the curb into the street (about a 6 inch drop) . The shocks handled it well and I didn't get the sensation I was going to fall forward over the handlebars. (Bad shocks will do that.) So far, I'm happy with it. Total time to assemble, set everything and air up the tires about 1.5 hours. Instructions need to be better, and would really like a good breakdown on the components but I'm an aircraft mechanic and I'm a bit spoiled when it comes to having access to diagrams and specs. The matte black paint looks sharp but picks up and shows oils from your hands like crazy. The manufacturer finish on some of the smaller items shows a lack of quality and is on par with the cheaper stuff from china. Only shipping damage I noted was a small scratch on the left crank arm but realistically that could have been done during assembly. Will update after I take it on the trails, and compare it to the big name $1200+ bikes that my friends ride, I plan to do a complete tear down to examine bearings and other components soon as well. It's been a few weeks, and have yet to ride it on a trail due to weather but have put several road miles on it. The fork lockout works well but with it off the shocks seem a bit weak even when adjusted to max. Contacted customer service trying to get a little information on what type of oil the brakes use and what type of fork I have and if it can be adjusted further. Customer service wanted my order number and a video of the problem. I explained to them it isn't an issue of the bike being broken, that I just wanted servicing information. 4 rounds of emails later they told me mineral oil and take the fork to a bike shop. (They won't give you anything without the order number) Not having better information on what equipment the bike has is frustrating. Eventually brake pads will need to be replaced, and the forks will need some attention. I'd rather do this service myself than take it to a shop and wish them luck on researching parts. Will probably end up replacing those components with aftermarket parts that actually provide service specs and part numbers. Dropping down to 3 stars for customer service being unable to provide me with specifications. Been out on a few trails now. The chain broke first day out, but a master link provided a quick fix. Handles the roots, rocks, hills and drops fairly well. First thing I replaced was the seat. Nothing really wrong with stock, I just wanted a little more cushion for my sensitive parts. Upgraded the tires to 27.5 x 2.3, I don't think a 2.4 will fit. Did a gnarly endo at about 25 mph. Front tire cleared an obstacle but the rear didn't, and the bike and I got some good airtime before the ground interrupted our flight. No damage to the bike, I had a some good bone bruising on my shoulder and collarbone. I was doing some minor adjustments at the house, and took it for a test ride when the rear brake line shot out of the hand lever. Looks like the pressure sleeve (called an olive in bike terms) wasn't properly installed. I'm just glad it didn't happen on a trail when critical failure would have been dangerous. No name or model number on the brakes, so no looking up replacement parts, and after my previous attempts with customer service I just bought a complete name brand replacement set.
Lowest priced big wheel mountain bike with hydraulic discs - bought this as a spare for occasional use by my daughter and guests. I have ridden this about 10 miles on and off road - everything works and seems to be solid enough for street and fire trail use. I have more expensive bikes and have ridden a lot. About the 2 star rating: If I were a beginner i would go with a main brand for a good reliable bike, but if you know how to set up and maintain bikes this bike is certainly serviceable and excellent value for money.The crankset is quite heavy. I replaced it with a $25 single chainring hollow crankset/bottom bracket kit. Added a chain guide to relieve chain slap on rough descents. It now has the same general look and weight (30 lb) as my more expensive bikes.
You get what you pay fir
Below are some positive reviews about Mountain Lock Out Suspension Hydraulic Disc Brake
**UPDATE** 05/06/2022Though Hiland-US still has not responded to my web contact email, they did contact me through Amazon after receiving the below review. I am very satisfied that they made it right. They were responsive and easy to work with for an appropriate resolution/reimbursement. Now that the initial problems have been righted and the bike is back on track, I am relieved to say that I DO NOT regret this purchase. Hopefully they figure out improving their customer service from their web contact/email in the future, but they did take care of me here.(Initial review)I rarely write reviews, but I am irritated enough that I want to share my experience for a future prospective buyer to consider. I am not a professional cyclist. I do a good bit of recreational cycling, and in the warmer seasons will frequently take 15-20 mile rides, occasionally longer. My last bike wasn’t great and had really exhausted it’s life with me. I purchased this Hiland as what I hoped to be a budget friendly value upgrade. It wasn’t hard to assemble when I received it. However, this is where I encountered my first issue. There wasn’t enough fluid in the rear hydraulic break line. I could depress the break lever to the grip before it would even slightly engage the disk break. While mildly irritating, I liked the assembled bike and wanted to give it a chance. I had to order a bike hydraulic break kit to top the fluid off before I could even ride it. I got past that and had the bike out for a couple 10-12 mile rides. I seemed to really enjoy it. I thought it was a great value bike. Fit and finish were great, weight was reasonably light for the size and price, and the ride was enjoyable. Then my third ride on it within 10 days of purchasing… I was on a ride with my daughter and at mile 5.5 the chain snapped, not derailed, it broke! That was the first chain I’ve ever broken on a bike in my life, and it was on a 10-day old bike! Needless to say I was extremely disappointed on my 5.5 mile walk back. However, the disappointment didn’t end there. I emailed customer service at Hiland with a detailed account of what happened and asked for a response regarding any warranted replacement of the chain. As stated in my review title, I really wanted to like this bike. Five days have passed and no response from Hiland, so I am now chalking it up to their bike appears really nice for the price, but the materials are inferior and their customer service sucks. I won’t buy another Hiland bike. Good luck with your decision.
The bike went together really easy and quick. The quality of the aluminum and paint is good. The plastic stuff is a bit on the cheap side, but sufficient for the job. The brakes are by far the best part about this particular model and why I got it. They're true hydraulic brakes that use mineral oil fluid which is pretty hard to beat at this price point. The tires are a very soft compound and might be good enough to get through a few weeks until I find suitable knobbies. They definitely won't get you through a lot of thorns or rocks but they're grippy out of the box. The derailleurs are a bit flimsy but seen to work and precise. Time will tell if it holds up to any kind of abuse.
My bike was delivered yesterday and I finished assembly this morning. Took me about an hour to put it together, a few adjustments and a 10-minute test ride. Bike looks nice and so far feels solid. Once I've ridden it a lot more I will make sure to update my review.Likes: Fairly easy assembly using my own tools, although the bike came with tools included. Compared to similarly priced bikes this Hiland 27.5 looks nice and so far a seemingly sturdy entry level MTB with lots of neat features for the price. The frame looks solid and durable. So far it rides smooth and stable, although from the noise I'm hearing the rear derailleur needs to be tuned, aligned or calibrated - right now shifting is not as smooth as it ought be. Other comparative models I looked at: Royce Union RMT; Schwinn High Timber Adult; Schwinn Hybrid GTX; Schwinn Knowles; and the Sirdar S-700. I decided based on price, features, reviews and immediate availability so I chose this Hiland 27.5.Dislikes: 1) The bike came in inadequate packaging and could've been padded and protected more while in shipment. As you can see from the photos the box is punctured and the rear wheel quick release axle locking lever is scratched and gouged. There was plastic shielding to protect it but apparently it dislodged in the box. The left crank arm has quite a few dings and scratches from coming into contact with another metallic object. 2) The two plastic cable retention clips were loose out of the box, one actually fell off - I will need to replace these with zip-ties instead for better cable security. 3) The kickstand bolt was loose. 4) About the biggest negative I can say is the use of seemingly cheap materials on the brake handles and left and right shifter mechanisms. Both front and rear drivetrain assemblies and the pedals look cheap and of lower quality compared to Shimano drivetrains. The seat saddle does not have enough cushioning and feels stiff and uncomfortable.
