i really think it depends on the cash flow and commitment.
a guy i used to ride with decided to build a banshee from the ground up. he doesn't regret the time and money (6,500) he put into it because he's always saying " I have exactly what i want with no junk spare parts lying around "
the only things i recommend, but it will cost you more money, is to powdercoat the frame first if you ever plan on doing it. if you're the kind of guy that wants your stuff powdercoated do it all in one fell swoop before you start wrenching. you get a better deal that way. arms, hubs, whatev.....
and make sure the aftermarket parts are EXACTLY what you want. don't get works shocks if you really want elkas or don't buy a stock jug just cuz it's cheap when you want a 240 airsal. it's gonna take more money and more time. but in the long run you are gonna have a bike you love that you will most likely keep around for a long time to come even when you're done riding it alot because it's a keepsake.... not just a toy.
and someone else said this too.... hydro brakes !!! lol....  |