This Hydraulic Groupset is SO CHEAP!!!
Peter Treadway
April 21, 2024
How can a fully hydro groupset be any good for this price and will it work properly on my new gravel bike build for my son?
Here's a list of the components I used for this build:
LTWOO R9 Groupset - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DD28DBz
Suspension seatpost - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DepYlGX
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Bar tape - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dm8eRBH
Stem - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DkHbzMR
Saddle - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dl7qxMf
Flared Gravel handlebar - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DEiGXfH
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Parts Mentioned
LTWOO RX / R9 Disc 2x12s / 2x11s Road Hydraulic Disc Brake Groupset, 6 kit, Benchmark R7170 R8170
KOCEVLO Seatpost Suspension Dropper Mtb 27 2 Bicycle Seat Post Hanging Saddle Tube 30.9 With Shock Absorber Saddle Mountain Bike
11 Speed Road Bike Chain HG901 Super Narrow Hollow HYPERGLIDE - SIL-TEC ULTEGRA HG E-bike Chain Original Bicycle Parts 
RIDERACE Bicycle Handlebar Tapes Road Bike Handle Bar Straps Anti-slip PU EVA Breathable For Cycling Soft Anti-Vibration Tape
TOSEEK Bicycle Handlebar Stem 28.6-31.8mm Aluminum + Carbon Stem Angle6 17 Mtb Handlebar Stem MTB Stem Spare Parts For Bicycle 
EC90 Bicycle Seat Saddle MTB Road Bike Saddles Mountain Bike Racing Saddle PU Breathable Soft Seat Cushion free shipping
UNO FL12 Gravel Bike Handlebar 31.8x400/420/440/460mm Outer Drop Bar Ultralight Bicycle Handle Road Bicycle Flared Bar
Sunshine Savings/Seasonal Savings
GroupsetLTWOO RX / R9 Disc 2x12s / 2x11s Road Hydraulic Disc Brake Groupset, 6 kit, Benchmark R7170 R8170
Created: September 20, 2024The reviewer discusses the LTWOO R9 2x11 speed hydraulic disc brake groupset used in a gravel bike build for their son. They mention it's their first time using a budget Chinese groupset from LTWOO and their first experience with hydraulic disc brakes. The groupset arrived well-packed without its original box (a cost-saving measure), and includes shifters, front/rear derailleurs, brake calipers, and hoses. The reviewer notes the brakes came pre-filled with mineral oil and had hoses already terminated into the calipers. Installation required some adjustments, particularly with the shifter mounting screws being awkwardly placed behind the hoods. The reviewer successfully installed and bled the brakes, finding the process less difficult than anticipated.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Budget-friendly Chinese alternative
- Arrived well-packed despite no original box
- Includes all necessary components (shifters, derailleurs, calipers, hoses)
- Brakes came pre-filled with mineral oil
- Hoses were pre-terminated into calipers
- Includes all necessary bits for 140mm or 160mm rotor setup
- Clear labeling on brake adapters for front/rear and sizes
- Successful installation and bleeding process
Cons
- Shifter mounting screw placement is awkward (behind hood)
- Initial difficulty tightening shifters due to screw placement
- Requires some movement of shifters during hose installation
- First-time bleeding process was somewhat intimidating
MyBikeParts
LTWOO RX / R9 Disc 2x12s / 2x11s Road Hydraulic Disc Brake Groupset, 6 kit, Benchmark R7170 R8170
SeatpostKOCEVLO Seatpost Suspension Dropper Mtb 27 2 Bicycle Seat Post Hanging Saddle Tube 30.9 With Shock Absorber Saddle Mountain Bike
Created: September 20, 2024The KOCEVLO Seatpost Suspension Dropper Mtb 27 2 Bicycle Seat Post Hanging Saddle Tube 30.9 With Shock Absorber Saddle Mountain Bike is briefly mentioned towards the end of the video when the reviewer is listing the components used in the build. They state it was purchased from AliExpress for £12 and is a brand called 'coevelo' (pronunciation uncertain). The reviewer includes it as part of the final build cost calculation but does not provide any detailed evaluation or performance feedback on this specific component.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Inexpensive at £12
MyBikeParts
Chain11 Speed Road Bike Chain HG901 Super Narrow Hollow HYPERGLIDE - SIL-TEC ULTEGRA HG E-bike Chain Original Bicycle Parts
Created: September 20, 2024The 11 Speed Road Bike Chain HG901 Super Narrow Hollow HYPERGLIDE - SIL-TEC ULTEGRA HG E-bike Chain Original Bicycle Parts is not mentioned in this video.
AI-Summary
Bar-TapeRIDERACE Bicycle Handlebar Tapes Road Bike Handle Bar Straps Anti-slip PU EVA Breathable For Cycling Soft Anti-Vibration Tape
Created: September 20, 2024The reviewer mentions the RIDERACE handlebar tape towards the end of the video when wrapping up the build. They note it was purchased from AliExpress for £6 and describe it as mostly black with a flecked red design to match a gray and red theme on the bike. The reviewer expresses some uncertainty about the color scheme but uses it to complete the build. They also criticize the included finishing strips as being poor quality and mention they'll likely replace them with black insulation tape later.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Inexpensive at £6
- Matches the bike's color scheme
- Gets the job done for completing the build
Cons
- Included finishing strips are described as 'absolute gash' and don't stick properly
- Reviewer is unsure about the red/gray color scheme
- Finishing strips make the tape look 'really ugly'
MyBikeParts
RIDERACE Bicycle Handlebar Tapes Road Bike Handle Bar Straps Anti-slip PU EVA Breathable For Cycling Soft Anti-Vibration Tape
StemTOSEEK Bicycle Handlebar Stem 28.6-31.8mm Aluminum + Carbon Stem Angle6 17 Mtb Handlebar Stem MTB Stem Spare Parts For Bicycle
Created: September 20, 2024The TOSEEK Bicycle Handlebar Stem 28.6-31.8mm Aluminum + Carbon Stem Angle6 17 Mtb Handlebar Stem MTB Stem Spare Parts For Bicycle is not mentioned in this video.
AI-Summary
MyBikeParts
SaddleEC90 Bicycle Seat Saddle MTB Road Bike Saddles Mountain Bike Racing Saddle PU Breathable Soft Seat Cushion free shipping
Created: September 12, 2024The EC90 bicycle seat MTB Road Bike Saddles PU Ultralight Breathable Comfortable Seat Cushion Bike Racing Saddle Parts Components is not mentioned in this video.
AI-Summary
MyBikeParts
HandlebarUNO FL12 Gravel Bike Handlebar 31.8x400/420/440/460mm Outer Drop Bar Ultralight Bicycle Handle Road Bicycle Flared Bar
Created: September 20, 2024The UNO FL12 Gravel Bike Handlebar 31.8x400/420/440/460mm Outer Drop Bar Ultralight Bicycle Handle Road Bicycle Flared Bar is not mentioned in this video.
AI-Summary
MyBikeParts
UNO FL12 Gravel Fahrradlenker 31,8 x 400/420/440/460 mm AuÃen-Drop-Bar Ultraleichter Fahrradgriff Rennrad-Schlagstange - AliExpress 18