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Fergus Ryan has set out to see if a £1,700 downhill bike built entirely from AliExpress parts could actually handle the brutal terrain of BikePark Wales. To put it to the ultimate test, we’re putting it against a pro-spec £8,000 Orbea Rallon DH. From huge jumps to muddy race runs, will the budget build cross the finish line or snap under the pressure?
⏱ Timestamps ⏱
00:00 - The £1,700 AliExpress DH Bike
00:46 - The Build Challenge & Specs
01:38 - First Impressions & Red Flags
03:38 - The Benchmark: Orbea Rallon DH
04:30 - First Run: Technical Testing
06:52 - Full Send on the A470 Jumps
08:22 - The Race: AliExpress vs. Orbea
11:31 - Post-Race Inspection: What Broke?
12:46 - The Final Verdict: Is it Worth It?
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The AliExpress bike definitely surprised us by making it through the day, but those grips almost ended the video early! 😬 If you had a £1,500 budget to build a bike, would you trust AliExpress parts or hunt for second-hand bargains? Let us know in the comments! 👇
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Bike part mentions in this video
ZTTO MTB DR390 AM Enduro Tubeless Wheelset Ratchet 36T 29 27.5 35mm Wide Rim 148 Boost Hub 142 Thru Axle 135 QR Bicycle Wheel
BUCKLOS 26*5.0 Bicycle Inverted Fork Air Suspension 26in E-Bike Fork 15*150mm 5.0 Tire Snow Beach Bike Forks DH Forks
Wake 31.8MM Mountain Bike Handlebar Aluminum Alloy Bicycle Riser Handlebar 55MM Rise 780MM Length Bicycle Bar with Matte Surface
DH Full Suspension Frame Aluminum Soft Tail 27.5 er Rear Travel 200mm Boost 12X148mm 4 Links MTB Rear Shock Downhill Frameset
WheelsZTTO MTB DR390 AM Enduro Tubeless Wheelset Ratchet 36T 29 27.5 35mm Wide Rim 148 Boost Hub 142 Thru Axle 135 QR Bicycle Wheel
Created: March 15, 2026The ZTTO MTB DR390 AM Enduro Tubeless Wheelset is not mentioned in this video. The reviewer discusses the bike's wheels only in the context of a potential issue with the front wheel's tubeless sealant leaking from the nipples, but does not identify the wheelset brand or model as ZTTO.
AI-Summary
ForkBUCKLOS 26*5.0 Bicycle Inverted Fork Air Suspension 26in E-Bike Fork 15*150mm 5.0 Tire Snow Beach Bike Forks DH Forks
Created: March 15, 2026The BUCKLOS 26*5.0 Bicycle Inverted Fork Air Suspension 26in E-Bike Fork 15*150mm 5.0 Tire Snow Beach Bike Forks DH Forks is not mentioned in this video. The reviewer discusses the suspension fork on the AliExpress bike (the Fastworks F200) in general terms, but never specifies the brand or model as BUCKLOS. They refer to it simply as part of the bike's 'modern-day upside down suspension' or generically as 'the forks'.
AI-Summary
HandlebarWake 31.8MM Mountain Bike Handlebar Aluminum Alloy Bicycle Riser Handlebar 55MM Rise 780MM Length Bicycle Bar with Matte Surface
Created: March 15, 2026The Wake 31.8MM Mountain Bike Handlebar Aluminum Alloy Bicycle Riser Handlebar 55MM Rise 780MM Length Bicycle Bar with Matte Surface is not mentioned in this video.
AI-Summary
FrameDH Full Suspension Frame Aluminum Soft Tail 27.5 er Rear Travel 200mm Boost 12X148mm 4 Links MTB Rear Shock Downhill Frameset
Created: March 15, 2026The reviewer does not mention the specific product 'DH Full Suspension Frame Aluminum Soft Tail 27.5 er Rear Travel 200mm Boost 12X148mm 4 Links MTB Rear Shock Downhill Frameset' by its full technical name. The video focuses on a complete bike called the 'Fastworks Downhill F200' or 'AliExpress bike', which presumably includes a frame with similar specifications. The reviewer discusses the frame's performance and characteristics as part of the overall bike. They note the bike has a mullet setup and modern upside-down suspension. Key concerns are significant flex in the rear end, poor bearing quality leading to that flex, and worry about the crank clearance potentially causing damage. They also express a general concern that the frame might snap after prolonged use and that there would be no warranty recourse.
AI-Summary
Pros
- The bike looks really sick with a nice paint job.
- It survived a full day of aggressive downhill riding at Bike Park Wales, including a race run on a challenging track.
- It is described as an amazing downhill bike that looks and feels like one.
Cons
- The rear end flexes super badly, which the reviewer could feel while riding.
- The crank clearance on the frame is super tight, creating a risk of the crank hitting the frame and causing damage.
- The bearings in the rear end are likely not the best quality, contributing to the flex.
- The reviewer is worried the frame might snap after a couple of months of riding.
- There is no warranty or recourse if the frame breaks.
- The suspension setup, which includes the frame's rear shock performance, is criticized for having non-existent compression damping and a rebound dial that doesn't do much, leading to frequent bottoming out.
Key Points
- The bike is a Fastworks Downhill F200.
- It has a mullet wheel setup.
- It features modern upside-down suspension.
- Rear travel is 200mm (implied by the model name F200 and its downhill classification).
- The frame is aluminum.
- The rear end has significant flex.
- Crank clearance is very tight.
- Concerns about long-term durability and lack of warranty.