2020 Ibis Mojo HD5 Test Ride & Review

[@mtbyumyum]

Please join me this Sunday, November 24th at 8:30 PM MST here on KZbin for a live stream discussion where we'll answer any questions in the comment section below this video and discuss all things "IBIS Mojo HD5" See you Sunday evening!

[@23vicjoe]

How did you like it with the Assegais? Didn't seem to trouble you.

[@mtbyumyum]

I actually really liked this tire. I have it on the front of my personal HD5 with an Aggressor on the rear.

[@jonmango]

What happened to your hand or finger? I banged up my right hand last week and have the pinky/ring band too. My injury is from hitting a tree with my grip/hand - got a crack in my 5th metacarpal.

[@furion..]

Yo J, Here's an article on the Trust "Message" fork which is the 130mm travel version (the "Shout" is ~170mm) and scroll down to "How It Rides" where they compared it to a Pike. For your Ripley the "Message" would be dialed, but for the HD5 you'd definitely want to try the "Shout". Enjoy gearjunkie.com/trust-performance-message-front-suspension

[@Muppajevel]

Sweet 🤟🏻🤟🏻🤟🏻🤟🏻 I have been on Wallner's old HD4 for almost two years now and i have been loving it soooo much.. Seems like i'm quite lucky as i just bought Wallner's HD5 a yesterday 🤟🏻😁🎂🎁🎈 Didn't try it yet as i live a bit to far away, will be getting it in the next couple of weeks.. They are both the blinged out factory team versions and i got sick deals 😇 Happy to hear all the great reviews of this one, folks at ibis sure knows what they are doing 😋 Can't wait to get mine......!

[@jamesobrien4657]

Another stellar review. Ibis folks are straight up killin' it this year

[@mtbyumyum]

Seriously right! Ibis has got it figured out for sure!

[@jimbojunior8236]

Just taken delivery of a Ripmo. Your review on that was glowing and gave me that extra nudge i needed. What a machine, way above my expectations. HD5 looks fantastic but more bike than i needed for my local trails - UK fan.

[@mtbyumyum]

Congrats on the Ripmo... you'll love that thing. Such a good bike!

[@michaeltheodorakis9473]

Great review. A really good reminder why I like your reviews so much. You manage to easily communicate real world ride characteristics at “riding Dad” skills/speeds. Hats Off to you Sir!

[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks dude! Yeah, I try to keep it real

[@Cartsp70]

When J says “ I actually bought this bike “ you know it’s a winner , you DEFINITELY didn’t say that after riding the V 3 Bronson 😂😂😂👍🏽

[@mtbyumyum]

haha yeah, this HD5 just felt right from the first few minutes!

[@Cartsp70]

Aha , we’re stoked for you dude , new bike day coming soon ,awesome 🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾😊

[@rekamniar]

I knew it! Im so stoked for the new bike. This one will be my new bike for sure

[@mtbyumyum]

Haha yeah, I'm a sucker for the HD🤘 it just suits me!

[@whatthehellareyoustarinat8569]

Thank you for all of the valuable help you always provide. You always answer my questions in the comment section. Such a nice guy, you are :) Still dont know how you can find the time to ride, have a family, have a job, and do this youtube thing u d best

[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks dude🤙

[@Parlay190]

Nice review. I'm excited to finish mine as well(2020 IBIS Mojo HD5). All SRAM(XX1 group set 11spd), ENVE(bars, stem & seat post), HOPE(brakes & rotors) & IBIS S35 carbon wheelset) alot of carbon. Now to find trails. Following!

[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks and congrats on your cool build!

[@cliffsangelsphotography]

I finally went ahead and bought a custom Ibis Ripmo. Greatest bike I've ever ridden. Ibis is really making amazing bikes. It's no wonder why you, AwesomeMTB, and BKXC have an Ibis

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, just remember who went to Ibis first! hahaha ;)

[@chameleonpogono]

I really enjoyed this bike at Outerbike. Tied with another bike as my favorite that I rode there. I've been on an HD4 a couple times and I didn't notice a huge difference. Although, I didn't do any high speed downhills in Moab. Mostly technical stuff. I was a little worried about the longer reach on the 5, but the bike felt fine. I thought it climbed well, including the techy stuff. Ibis does a good job.

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, overall not too different from the HD4. Just some minor tweaks here and there to update it and make it more current... new suspension is so good though!

[@NDemanuele1]

I went to an Ibis demo here in Norcal last weekend. I went primarily to demo the new Ripley. But since one wasn't available in my size at the moment, I demo'd the HD5. I rode up some very steep ( almost vertical) fireroads and felt it didn't climb as well to what I'm used to ( my V1 Ripley). I felt it wasn't the best place to demo because there was a lot of chunk and not a lot of open trails. When I finally hopped on the Ripley, I was very impressed - Wow! Super nimble and pedals easy up and down!

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, the Ripley is incredible! The HD5 is no slouch for a 64 HT angle and 170mm fork though...

[@bbarker5766]

Jason... my dude you're killing me here!! LOL You are the one that got us to ride the HD4 and omg it was absolutely awesome and now I'm dying to ride this bike and you just fanned the inferno in me to look soooooo hard at this for my son's next enduro bike. Man only if I could win the lottery to help make these decisions easier! HAHA thanks for another excellent review!!

[@mtbyumyum]

Dude, the HD5 is so good.... I bought one after this demo ride and love it!

[@JJMilk]

Such a cool review. Your excitement just makes me wanna find a Ibis Dealer. Loved the bike.

[@mtbyumyum]

Do it! The Ripley and HD5 are my two bikes right now... they're incredible!

[@smoothmoose]

I agree with you 100%. Im 150# and noticed the traction tune right away. Also feel it more playful than Ripley or Ripmo, right on par with my Mojo3. Now I have upgrade-itis...but thinking if I should wait for Mojo4.

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah dude! Traction Tune for the win!

[@BlacqueJacqueShellacque_]

Awesome review. Exactly what I want out of a bike and really like the comparison to the Yeti. I currently ride a HD3 for my enduro bike and also have a V10 for a DH bike. I'm hoping on being able to sell the HD3 and V10 and get the HD5 to replace both of them. When I ride park I don't even get close to riding the V10 to it's ability, so I'm hoping that the HD5 can replace both.

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, I recently rode the hd5 in Virgin Utah at the old Rampage site. Hit a couple big drops and jumps and it did fine even at Super high-speed it's all very stable. I am overwhelmed with how awesome this bike is!

[@mc540flip]

Daaannnggg!! Sick, congrats on new bike day! That bike does look fun.

[@mtbyumyum]

Thanks!

[@armstronggrappling1034]

My goal is to be able to feel, understand, and articulate the way that my bike rides, the way that you do. I’m always wondering if my rebound is where it should be, if my shock has the right amount of sag, etc. it’s like I want to KNOW that the ride can’t get any better. Haha. I know I’m probably obsessing. Anyway, I’ve watched your videos for years now...back when you were riding the 5010 and I love your channel. I’ve ridden an Anthem with 130F 110R travel for my entire MTB rising life. Moved to Knoxville TN so the trails are more technical and more downhill sections than central Mississippi. I don’t have any instances where I climb for long periods of time and then descend...maybe a 5 minute climb here and there but mostly a quick climb and a quick descend, etc. Because I’m so concerned with having a good climbing type of bike, I feel like the travel I have is probably ideal, but could be wrong. Have you ridden any bikes lately 140 travel and below that you really love? I’m getting the itch for a new bike. Thanks man

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, I understand how you feel... I'd recommend riding around the yard with the rebound all the way open and go off the curb and stairs or whatever you have around.... then again w the rebound all the way closed... this will give you an idea of two different setups that dont feel good or correct. Then start making adjustments. These will give you a reference point to work from... good luck. I'll talk more about this in the live stream Sunday evening!

[@Andy-vl3sm]

Thanks the review! A lot of great information. Just snagged a great deal on one with the AXS setup. stoked to get out on it!

[@mtbyumyum]

Great to hear!

[@kfivemtb]

like it when you are excited and decisive !! bike looks great! I'm gonna give it a ride! thanks for the great videos :)

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, the ibis HD just suits me. Everything about this bike is perfect to me!

[@tonyresta1170]

Will you be trying a Ripmo AF in the future? Would love to know your opinion on it!

[@mtbyumyum]

Yes, planning on it!

[@jsinnott5952]

Love your reviews. thank you ! I actually bought my HD4 based on your review and also found it needed volume spacers ... so, I am getting that itch to get a new buy. I was looking at a megatower but your review steered me clear as it’s probably too much bike. So... is the HD5 worth the upgrade from HD4?

[@zimmermandk]

Been waiting for your review!! Thanks MTB yumyum

[@mtbyumyum]

yeah, stick around for the live stream sunday evening

[@eugenespreutels8305]

Nice review. I've narrowed down my choices to the hd5 or a sb150. Ordered a waist bag from lab austere but they didn't give me the discount? It does work good though and is very unnoticeable except when jumping.

[@zjunlimited]

Nice review, thanks. How does this compare to the 2020 Pivot Switchblade?

[@cg1983]

You seem compare it to sb140... but when I’m looking at the specs ... it would seem closer to a SB165 to me... do you think Those to bikes (hd5 sb165) have the same kind a ride

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, I'd be interested to ride the new sb165... looks like a beast! After riding the sb140, it felt like a bigger bike than 140mm and was very stable at speed.

[@lowflyingdonut]

As a heavier rider, trying to gain more experience on different bikes and setups, I notice I can either wallow, sit too low in the sag, or with enough pressure, lose the sensitivity. Between the two options, I would forgo the active feeling to have support and pedaling efficiency.

[@thesingletrakmind6860]

Check out Spot bikes! Try the Rollik if you're into 27.5 (because they're awesome). Crazy efficient pedaling, but it really gets into its travel when you need it.

[@lowflyingdonut]

@@thesingletrakmind6860 Thank you I have considered a lot of bikes but Spot was bot on my Radar. I went from 26 to 29, never tried a 275 yet. If it's like the Mayham it has progressive/regressive curve which I am a little skeptical of but it has a super low ratio which means I won't be pushing the shock as much. Now I guess I need to buy a plane ticket to Co to try it alongside a GG 😂

[@adriano8729]

Sweet ride dude...Great review

[@mtbyumyum]

thank you!

[@jsinnott5952]

killer review as always. Would love to see a side by side to the SC Nomad … on a HD4 now and debating which bike to get next

[@mtbyumyum]

The HD5 is more easy going than the Nomad.... better trail manners too. Just overall a better trail bike.

[@jsinnott5952]

@@mtbyumyum love my HD4 but wanted to get another bike brand

[@jsinnott5952]

@@mtbyumyum I kind of wanted to try another bike brand :) . So if not the Nomad what other long travel 27.5 do you recommend ? I don’t think the Yeti sb140 has enough rear travel for the what I ride . SB165 ?

[@travelthenarrowtrail8660]

Alright Jason, great vid and I've been looking forward to when you would drop this. I knew it was coming. I'll be watching you instead of Sunday Night football. Slow down on that coconut drank... Ha...

[@mtbyumyum]

Haha deal👍🤙

[@jsinnott5952]

thank you for the awesome reviews . I bought my HD4 based on your review actually . As much as i love my HD4 i am thinking of switching to a 29er. how does the sb130 climb compared to the hd4 or Hd5?

[@jack91522]

I went from an HD4 to an SB130 and the SB130 definitely climbs better and is more playful but it's not as confident as the HD4 going down. However the SB130 is still a really good descending bike for a 130 travel. I'm actually itching to try the HD5 since I liked the HD4 a lot.

[@jsinnott5952]

@@jack91522 thanks … hD5 would be great to demo. I want to try a Sb140 also. Seems like it would be a super fun bike

[@stefanopari]

Hi Jason! In comparison with Nomad4 (that i own)? I guess better unphill for sure. but down?

[@somniumus]

Hi there! Im torn between HD5 and a Hightower V2, I can have a killer deal on the better built HD5 than a HT, but I loved a hightower and were more looking at the Ripmo! What would u recommend? Thank u!

[@stevenpeyton7476]

Great review as always. I've been riding the HD4 in Sedona since it first came out and looking to switch to the HD5 or the Ripmo V2. Which do you think would be better for Sedona's shorter, more technical climbs? I'm 5'11" and 185.

[@mtbyumyum]

Most people seem to really like 29er’s… maybe give it a try!

[@Montezuma0]

Looks the extra stability is due to the slackened HA and longer WB. Do you think the 64 degree HA is too slack for most trails?

[@mtbyumyum]

No... this could be my only bike if I found myself always riding super janky trails. Still a very capable and fun trail bike even on my more moderate trails!

[@billw_mtb3220]

Great review. Definitely can tell how excited you were about this bike. The Mojo HD in my opinion is the flagship of the Ibis line.

[@mtbyumyum]

You're exactly right. HD5 is the Ibis boss and rides like it too! So pumped on this bike... just feels right to me! Thanks dude!

[@MikesNCruffriders]

Saw you said lighter tune. So for heavier riders (200) would an x2 shock be better or just a sb140 or something else with more support.

[@mtbyumyum]

Honestly, I'm not sure in what way, if any, the lighter tune would negatively affect a heavier rider... I'm sure an Ibis dealer would be better ably to answer. Good luck!

[@teddybandaruk6470]

When is the yeti 165 review

[@cxman2982]

nice video, but just a question: ripmo vs mojo hd5: which one do you prefer as an allround bike ?

[@mtbyumyum]

Pick a wheel size! Right now, I prefer 27.5

[@mrrims]

Nice review man!

[@mtbyumyum]

Thank you!

[@CaseyHardman]

Hey man! I've been riding my medium 2014 Giant Trance SX for a while now, but I've been looking to possibly upgrade this year. I'm 5'11" and 190lbs. I'm in WV and we have some semi-chunky descents and quite a bit of climbing, which sucks on the Trance. I'm set on either the SB140 C1 build, or the HD5 GX build, as I'd like to keep it around $5,500. I'd also consider a used HD4. Just looking for something playful on the downhills but with a steep STA because I suck at climbing. lol Thoughts? Thanks!

[@BackcountryPlanet]

FYI, if you haven't purchased a bike yet, be sure to contact your local Ibis dealer... Ibis has been running a deal with their Bike shops for top of the line Ibis HD5s, either XO-1 AXS and XTR builds for $4990 and $5295.

[@themtbguy9496]

Any promo on knee and elbow pads. They look great

[@mtbyumyum]

Yes, check the links below the video in the description. TLD speed sleeve are what I use!

[@ryanduffy6216]

Any thoughts as to best model for Clydes? - Ripmo vs HD5? I've been leaning toward 29'r, but reviews have me contemplating the HD5...

[@mtbyumyum]

the HD5 is an excellent value right now... Call Chris at Salt Cycles in Sandy Utah and he'll make you a deal you can't pass up... seriously, call him and tell him you want the yumyum deal!! Good luck!!

[@simplemanmtb143]

Can you compare the climbing of the HD5 vs the RIPMO? Efficiency and slow speed maneuvering. I know DW link is amazing but worried about a 64° HTA.

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, let's talk about this at the live stream Sunday evening. The short answer is, the HD5 climbs way better than you'd think given the head tube angle.

[@simplemanmtb143]

Nice, keeping the yum yum train going. Like i would've missed the live chat anyway. I get ya, i get ya. Thanks as always for content.

[@bradyhall8086]

Thanks for the review did you weigh the bike Jason?

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, 30 lbs... so about inline for this type of bike. My personal HD5 with xtr is 28 lbs

[@bradyhall579]

@@mtbyumyum Thanks! That is pretty light for that much travel and the HD4 peddled really well so this should be even better.

[@chrisbb6r639]

I'm between small and a medium at 5'6 29inseam. do you think small is too small? I ride a HD4 Medium. No chance of demoing

[@VelkePivo]

This could be a good candidate for a mullet conversion. 150 29 fork (just looked and Ibis say no, but I can't see why not)

[@mtbyumyum]

I turned my Rocky Mountain Instinct BC Edition into a mullet for a bit.... didn't like it at all. Geo was all wonky and couldn't even the get bike to bunny hop.

[@shannonamos4602]

Jason. Thoughts on UNNO bike the dash? Can you give some insight?

[@mtbyumyum]

Never heard of it...

[@shannonamos4602]

@@mtbyumyum check out UNNO bikes website. Handmade in Spain. Look amazing and have won some nice awards

[@SonOfRich56]

Would you take this to a bike park and send it off big drops?

[@mtbyumyum]

Absolutely. I just rode it in Virgin Utah Where The Red Bull Rampage site is. Hit a couple 8-foot drops which were big for me but my buddies were hitting 15-foot drops no problem similar bike

[@desmondc3000]

Can you throw a 60 pound back pack on and do that again? Lol. Seriously though, I've been riding ibis bikes for about 10 years and what I like abut them was their sporty feel. Being a heavier rider, concerned that the traction tune is out of my range. Especially the rebound. I'm usually a few clicks out from slow.

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, I'd be interested to see how it works for those heavier riders for sure. Also, totally agree... Ibis has a very poppy and sporty feel about them!

[@adamgargir5750]

Have you ridden the Ripmo AF yet? If so how does it compare to the HD5

[@mtbyumyum]

yes, check out my library of videos.

[@SNS1212]

Sometimes the color grading in your videos looks a bit weird (at least on my computer) compared to your earlier videos (I've watched for a long time). Are you doing something new with your color grading?

[@mtbyumyum]

It's just the time of year that I'm filming... I film in the morning before work so in the late fall the light is super low and has major shadows... frustrating

[@aljess25]

What kinda tire pressure do you guys run on Jacobs? You were flying on that thing and it looked glued to the ground...

[@mtbyumyum]

It's the traction tune shock... seriously! 2.5 tires, 21 psi

[@seancarter6698]

Which color did you get? I ordered the charcoal but was pretty torn on it!

[@mtbyumyum]

I went with the earth tone color... forget the name

[@ektrolleyboy]

I’d like you to discuss size. I’m 176cm and previously a medium rider. But these days large is suggested. However. Lewis Buchanan is around 5”11 and chooses a medium. You’re on a medium. Large reads too large and medium reads too small. What is the reality?!

[@mtbyumyum]

If you want the bike to fill more stable, go with the large. If you want more playful go with the medium. My friend Sam rides a medium and he's 5'11"

[@ektrolleyboy]

MTB yumyum Just been looking at the old SC 5010 medium numbers (my last full sus’ bike). And the Mojo HD 1 (previous bike) numbers. And the medium HD5 is bigger in every way except seat tube length. So I guess that covers sizing worries. I think Ibis’ recommendations are a bit optimistic. Everyone is putting these silly low seat tubes on. It makes the bikes look odd in my opinion.

[@byohn]

Are you going to traction tune your Ripley?

[@mtbyumyum]

Absolutely. already have the shock from Ibis... it's honestly the best thing to happen to me for mountain biking sense the dropper seat post!

[@jkm8089]

MTB yumyum please post details of how that works and how you like it. Post a video!!

[@blranch8]

Was curious how this bike compares to the Kona Process 153 that you demoed?

[@mtbyumyum]

I still haven't ridden the process 153...

[@blranch8]

@@mtbyumyum OOOPS, that was blindstuffmtb that demoed the process. Would love to see you get a hold of one and demo it though as I love your bike reviews.

[@jack91522]

Dpx2 or floatx2 for this bike?

[@mtbyumyum]

For me, dpx2🤘

[@the_sauze_gaming8590]

Would you recommend this or the Jeffsey? Trying to buy a new bike

[@pjsanab]

The_Sauze_Channel the Jeffsy bobs during climbs like a typical Horst Link suspension. If you want a ground hugging bike then go Yeffsy. If you want a magic carpet, very agile bike, good climbing and descending then HD5. My recommendation would be HD5, however every suspension has their ups and downs. The downs of Ibis bikes are the lower and upper linkage trap small pebbles which is annoying and could potentially ruin your frame. Ibis now provides a rock flap for the lower link and a mud guard will take care of the upper. Some get a bit more creative, this issue usually happens on very wet, muddy rocky terrain. Not a deal breaker for me, there are tons of ways how to solve this issue. YT problems are many, quality, paint, lengthy waits to get a bike, poor customer service, etc. You might buy a YT in stock to then receive an email saying they don’t have it in stock and you have to wait 6 months to get it (pre-covid era).

[@the_sauze_gaming8590]

pjsanab Thanks great advice that really helps!

[@schinagldaniel7752]

Ripmo AF or HD5??

[@mtbyumyum]

I haven't ridden the AF yet but I personally like the smaller wheel size and choose it over the Ripmo that I previously had. Really depends on what time of riding you like to do and what sort of terrain. Good luck!

[@danielchiaravalle]

have you ridden a bike with sram axs drivetrain and dropper? thanks

[@mtbyumyum]

Yes. I've had xx1 axs on my Ripley starting back in June or July... it's very good but I ended up going with xtr 12 speed on the HD5

[@zooromain]

If you could get your hands on a Revel Rail >=)

[@mtbyumyum]

Riding the Rascal tomorrow!

[@jeffreasor8678]

Would you recommend the SB140 or the HD5 for a 1 bike “do it all” type deal, including trail riding and bike park days

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, If I were consistently riding chunky trails and not needing to pedal for 2+ hour rides the Ibis HD5 would be my choice. I also really liked the sb140 but the HD5 had more "fun factor" to it. All that said, I like to do a lot of longer days in the saddle and for a one bike to do it all I would have to go with the Ibis Ripley with a 140mm Pike or a Rocky Mountain Instinct. Good luck!

[@trailblazeratv6306]

That is the one I want !!

[@wgnwheels333]

You want one don't you Jason

[@mtbyumyum]

haha yep! Had to have it after the demo

[@dalelakusta8143]

fantastic bike but sales are poor for an Ibis. Jason it had Assegai tires on it, that's not like you ;p. I do like the assegai I put on the front of my Ripmo for Calgary riding.

[@mtbyumyum]

Yeah, I think people are just more interested in 29er's right now.... Honestly, I've been having a blast on this thing. I ended up buying the HD5 and went with Aaaegai front, Aggressor rear and feel happy with the tire choice for this bike!

[@sendit6683]

how would this compare to a SC Bronson? which one is more fun on trails?

[@mtbyumyum]

I'm anxious to ride these 2 bikes back to back... would be an awesome video I think!

[@sendit6683]

can't wait

[@wgnwheels333]

Ok I should have watch all of the video first

[@waynephilbert]

But did you like the bike? JK. 😂 Looks nice but too short in the rear for XL sized riders..

[@mtbyumyum]

haha yeah, this bike sucks... don't buy it! :)

[@AntonCor]

Ibis need to learn the difference between years and generations. HD3, HD4 and HD5 are more like HD3.1, HD3.2 and HD3.3.

[@skullsroad3642]

You're telling Ibis how to name their bikes? Lol.

[@bbarker5766]

@@skullsroad3642 yeah like he is the "GOD" of mtn bike names!! 🤣🤣🤣