GX EAGLE AXS Install (shhh it’s easy)

Chimp installing the GX AXS

[@gunny6517]

Just made the same AXS UPGRADE (with NEW Controller Paddle) today and LOVE IT…. Great Review and NEW Subscriber.. Looking forward to your reviews! 🇺🇸

[@pauloafonso7167]

I just bought a RED X01 AXS, it's a beauty! Can't wait to install it!!!

[@chimpwithabike5657]

Nice I bet that’s going to be sweet

[@ZillaYT]

Thanks. You're supposed to size the chain (if new chain) and adjust the B-screw with the rear shock compressed.

[@MagnusVonMaggie]

Yea, I assumed since I went from mechanical GX to AXS that it would be the same. But was definitely a little off.

[@mylowoutdoor8413]

Man mine came today, had my name down for all the stock update emails on like 4 sites. Ended up coming in stock at wiggle where I get 12% off all purchases. Should of been £554 and got it for £487. I’m replacing an XX1 eagle and shifter for the GX AXS. Can’t wait to install it!

[@MagnusVonMaggie]

Yes I got mine earlier than I thought I would and had a coupon code. Made it at a lot easier to be like… oh babe I got a discount and Im getting it early.

[@mylowoutdoor8413]

@@MagnusVonMaggie I needed the discount too 😂 I just got engaged and was faced with a decision of an engagement ring or a bike derailleur. Ended up getting both. Ouch 😂

[@MagnusVonMaggie]

@@mylowoutdoor8413 happy wife & happy husband

[@alphamale068]

Thanks pal - really useful content - much appreciated!

[@MrHollabk]

Hey lad, great Info right there, much apprechiated! One question though: aren‘t you supposed to do the chaingap adjustment while in sag?

[@chimpwithabike5657]

You are corrected, I realized that after the fact. I assumed since I had gx eagle already that it would just work. But had to adjust and remove a link.

[@marcusaurelius49]

For the B-gap adjustment I was told you need to set it under normal sag for your rear suspension. Get a friend to set it while you sit in your saddle if you can.

[@devourermastikator]

Or you can deflate the rear suspension till the sign of the sag ? Is a solution ?

[@Danielbright1978]

Holy hell man you need some serious tool organization lol.

[@chimpwithabike5657]

Yes!!!!! 🤣 I have a problem

[@jeffdana9402]

I found it a challenge to switch. From the app, to connecting and paring the unit, mounting the der into the hanger, setting the limit screws. Not easy.

[@jaredmcdaniel6896]

You should get a park tool Allen wrench set they make life a lot easier

[@Chunky246]

Any problems with chain slap/DR flopping around? A lot of people complain of the noise along with a weak clutch. Especially if you ride chunk/jumps.

[@anton0640]

You can use the master link how many times you want. That is watch it’s designed for

[@chimpwithabike5657]

I mean I have taken mine off and on tons of times, but according to SRAM. The power link is a one time use thing. Says the initial install you will hear the loud click to know its locked. But after subsequent uses the link will not lock as tightly and may come off during a time the chain is slack. But Im going to continue to reuse and just care a spare, just in case.

[@tomaskonkol8894]

@@chimpwithabike5657 I have master links falling apart when they are not fit but sone as you click on they are rock solid. 9ne time use its only good for manufacturers and resellers to drain you from money. new GX chain £25- £30 and one master link £4.99 🤣

[@raulmedina6223]

I just got mine in yesterday, did you have to mess with the 2 smaller lower bolts?

[@chimpwithabike5657]

3 lower bolts? The only thing I had to adjust was the electronic micro adjustment. If your meaning on the derailleur, I did just set the B gap for my bike. Everything else was good to go

[@raulmedina6223]

@@chimpwithabike5657 sorry meant to type 2

[@BackfischHD]

Do I have to shorten my chain? I was rocking a gx before. I installed it and now my chain is on my swing if I am in the smallest gear.... But all other eleven gears are working great. Just the smallest touches the swing... Never had problems with the normal gx

[@chimpwithabike5657]

I thought it would be a direct fit, but I did have to take maybe 1-2 links out. Check the limit screw first if it’s dropping it off the cog, Might need to check your b-gap, or if the derailleur hanger is straight also.

[@mackellarboy7]

Fucking breaking that lol pass

[@nianthunder8606]

What hubs you had?

[@chimpwithabike5657]

I had the Spank Hex hubs. I love them especially for the price. Wheel and high engagement hub for under 300 with a coupon code.

[@ebarr9476]

The Eagle AXS derailleur is HIGHLY PRONE TO DAMAGE. It sticks out too far and if you set your bike on the ground it may pivot on the derailleur and damage the pins and rivets which ruins the shifting quality. I had this happen and ZERO help from SRAM after 2 rides!!!!

[@chimpwithabike5657]

Really!! Dang that sucks. I’ve been lucky so far

[@equiengbenaza7816]

How much?

[@MagnusVonMaggie]

$540 with a coupon, but it is $600 normally.

[@alexmalone1642]

Whay don't clean the bike first 😁

[@chimpwithabike5657]

🤣🤣 at least you know the review is real and I actually rode it 😉 And I got lazy, if I didn’t do the video I probably would have forgot

[@KhanG-lr2gj]

your contri

[@allg3295]

Велик отмыть надо. Ужас