3x to 1x Conversion on my 🚵‍♂️ 2023 GT Aggressor Pro Mountain Bike | 🛠️Installation Guide

[@armandocardenas6094]

That's how all of us started. Welcome to the sport.

[@MikePopovici]

Thanks man !

[@armandocardenas6094]

You are welcome, brother .@@MikePopovici

[@Puzzle_Dust]

Very cool! I am considering doing this to my aggressor now!

[@MikePopovici]

Easy to do and not super expensive !

[@NoodlesSoucy]

I’m about to do the same to mine. This helped me to ensure I have the right parts. Tysm I can’t wait to see the future updates

[@MikePopovici]

let me know how it goes

[@Tha_chrza_81]

Awesome video looking to do it to mine but wasnt sure if i needed to change the rear gears/derailleur aswell

[@MikePopovici]

No need to do it . You can further down the road if you want

[@pip3swrx]

Great Video man, just ordered the 32T oval setup to change my GT to a 1x

[@MikePopovici]

sweet ! let me know how it goes

[@Lagahz24]

Nice video bro! I have recently just got me a GT Aggressor Sport as a entry level into trails and always wanted to see if I could only upgrade to a single from a 3 using the same chain and same cassette, you answered everything and now im going to follow suit lol keep up the good vids, all the way from NZ 🇳🇿

[@MikePopovici]

Glad to hear the video helped . I think it’s a great entry level bike . If you have any questions I’ll try to help as much as I can !

[@Samantha-tv4dz]

this guys underrated - needs more subs!

[@MikePopovici]

Thanks 🙏

[@jaimejimenez754]

Nice bike color combo!

[@MikePopovici]

Thanks !

[@codered7453]

Dude, I actually thought you were Mike Glover for a second and this was his bike channel. Yall favor a good bit. Great video, I'm doing the same setup on my Rockhopper sport 2022 so I'll follow for more info. Thanks!

[@MikePopovici]

Ha Ha that's a huge compliment :)

[@Markozzy]

looks good well done on the change to a 1x setup

[@MikePopovici]

Thanks Mark !

[@Markozzy]

@@MikePopovici currently have a Vitus hardtail which is 27.5 looking into a 29er

[@Rebelgd]

Well done Mike

[@MikePopovici]

Thank you sir !

[@robertrenaux6511]

@mikepopovici thank you. This is super helpful. This did not require you changing the crank? Or the cassette?

[@MikePopovici]

Nope

[@christyavarachen6764]

Hey, I got the same bike, I am trying to upgrade my tires from 2.1 to 2.4. Do you know whether it would fit

[@MikePopovici]

Hi, I am planning on doing the exacta thing . I did some research in the past and it should work

[@cneville1000-pv4jm]

You had the wright screws from.the start

[@MikePopovici]

I did ? I am 90% they ware short :( how do I know they are good for next time ?

[@mrmunkos]

Mike, Great Video! I'm doing a similar upgrade to a 1x chainring. Hey, in the video when your chainwheel bolts were too short did you have to order the "double" size vs. the "single" size? I noticed on your amzn link, it defaults to "single" so I wanted to make sure I don't have to re-order. Appreciate your feedback Sir! Keep Riding!!!

[@MikePopovici]

Yes had to order it he double

[@Kx0195]

I like your workaround for not splitting the chain 🤣 nice work man. Next inexpensive upgrade is definitely a chain guide I think.

[@MikePopovici]

Thanks ! I’m thinking tires next :)

[@PaulWight-b6c]

Really like the color scheme on your gt

[@MikePopovici]

Thanks 🙏

[@juhavehnia7862]

I've been looking to do the same thing for 2 x 10 drivetrain. You went to the 32t chainring but you did not replace your cassette, loosing some climbing power. I was going to get a new cassette with 42t climbing cog but not sure yet if that is the way to go. Anybody else done this before?

[@MikePopovici]

I think replacing the cassette is a great idea

[@ahs9583]

The new oval chain ring would work with the stock action paddles??

[@MikePopovici]

Yes it does !

[@nyreppin1]

If you're really trying to stay budget friendly but get great performance the Shimano CUES drivetrain is fantastic. You can use the 11 speed cassette from that. (U6000 or U8000). Either are fine. Just make sure you have the correct hub.

[@MikePopovici]

Thanks for the tip . Will look into it !

[@jasonmcguire8895]

So going with the 34T did you have to shorten your chain any

[@MikePopovici]

Nope running the original chain

[@NonLegitNation2]

I don't know if you didn't film it but you might need to shorten the chain a few links since you aren't running the bigger chainring from the 3x.

[@MikePopovici]

I didn’t shorten it and no issues so far .

[@bqoutdoors2334]

Very nice vid don’t listen to the haters. Get yourself a deore 10 or 11 speed cassette and derailer for the back now and have fun

[@MikePopovici]

Thanks !

[@NonLegitNation2]

i can confirm. I have an 11-speed slx cassette and derailleur paired up with an 11-speed XT shifter on my Aggressor Pro.

[@MikePopovici]

@@NonLegitNation2 same here :) did over 100k without shortening the chain. Im sure you can and might be a good idea if you want.

[@slice1051]

Just popping into this conversation now, i noticed that the stock derailleur and cassette was weak on the first few gears, and it keeps skipping when going up steep hills, do you all recommend the deorre cassete switch in the rear?

[@zakkbekolay4279]

Did you change cassette or chain ?

[@MikePopovici]

nope I didn't

[@zakkbekolay4279]

@@MikePopovici rides nice ?

[@MikePopovici]

yes no issues did about 40 km so far with the setup and all good. @@zakkbekolay4279

[@JonatanKapps89]

Nice video! Have you changed the back gears too? Usually bikers use 1x12 gears

[@MikePopovici]

Not yet , might do this this summer

[@bjsisouvong]

Any issues with the chain coming off ?

[@MikePopovici]

Not at all , just did a 25k ride and no issues

[@bjsisouvong]

@@MikePopovici sweet. I just pretty much the exact same 1x and was worried the chain looked a little loose for me!

[@MikePopovici]

@@bjsisouvong maybe a bit , but is not coming off at all

[@grayantitoplayz6355]

I've got a 2019 will this work the same?

[@MikePopovici]

Yes it should

[@shakenbake11]

Do you have to get new crank or could I just get a new chain ring only?

[@MikePopovici]

Nope just a new chain ring .

[@shakenbake11]

@@MikePopovici sweet! I’m going to try this been wanting to upgrade

[@MikePopovici]

Let me know how it goes !

[@yesmatlures4451]

are u gonna upgrade the rear cassette to get some range back?

[@MikePopovici]

It’s on my mind I’m not sure yet . I want to ride like this for a while and see how it is. I want to upgrade the tires next.

[@esan0715]

Most definitely. I'm not a pro, but tires should be a priority

[@esan0715]

I'm on the same boat. Coming from road cycling, I have an entry level orbea mx 29 with a 2x. Was looking for upgrades, but will just ride this out to see if I will keep on riding. At that point, decide if it's worth spending $ on this, or get a new one that has all of it for around $1,500

[@MikePopovici]

%100 also if I crash and brake a $300 bike is not that bad :)

[@armandocardenas6094]

I was gonna advice you to mount the chain ring on the inner side of the crank then I realized you did it.

[@MikePopovici]

Yes sir !

[@Realwademasters]

Great video but honestly you should have put more time on the crank and sprockets . Doing a switch to 1 sprocket setups you really don’t benefit from unless your doing a lot of dirt racing or jumping . For the fact of having to change your shifter aswell atleast run a 12 with a 32 front sprocket so you have a good all around use.

[@MikePopovici]

Good advice , its my first project bike , lots to learn

[@shawnlopez3496]

What’s the benefit of converting to this?

[@MikePopovici]

converting to a 1x drivetrain results in simpler, more efficient gearing. You can maintain your gear range and also eliminate gearing overlap and redundancy

[@shawnlopez3496]

You liking this conversion? My chain keeps slipping. I'm about to make this change.

[@MikePopovici]

@@shawnlopez3496 so far so good

[@armandocardenas6094]

That bike deserves some TLC, Shimano MT200 hydraulic brakes with 180 mm rotors.

[@MikePopovici]

Good idea

[@antman5474]

I have a mechanical shimano disc set up with 180mm rotor and it makes me wonder whether the hydraulic version is worth the extra hassle.

[@armandocardenas6094]

Shimano makes that mechanical caliper work like a hydraulic one , that's how good they are.. @@antman5474

[@Rider-xd9md]

next step- instal hydraulic disk brakes and if it is possible install 180 or 203 mm rotors

[@MikePopovici]

Good idea 👍 I am thinking to do tires next .

[@mrvapor4791]

You can't save money buying a cheap chainring they say they are 6061T or whatever but they wear out fast

[@MikePopovici]

In spring will probably look into it . I want to upgrade the tires next :)

[@mrvapor4791]

@@MikePopovici Race Face is a good option because it's high quality and you can usually find a deal on them.. especially in 104bcd

[@DisgustedGenXr]

Music took me out

[@MikePopovici]

Sorry bro :(

[@byejason]

So instead of just splitting the chain, you ruined a perfectly functional front derailleur. Genius.

[@MikePopovici]

I know rookie mistake, I just didn’t see a use for it anymore at the moment 😕

[@sabinpetcu1527]

Pot sa jur ca esti Roman? NU?? \((=

[@MikePopovici]

Ha ha ai nimerito ;)