what did i invest in? just bought an iron horse

hello nooby here, Im new to down hill ,but i got a wild butt hair and went out and bought a 2005 iron horse sgs pro frame,"medium size frame" , azonic love seat, mrp bash gaurd and 3pc cranks , marzocci front bomber forks,back manitou 4 way adjustable shock,azonic bars and stem,8'' rotors hayes disc brakes, head lock,shimano gears/shifter 8spd, and new grips i got it for $800 dollars and have no clue if it was a good deal or not how are those forks? and is that an okay rear shock? what are the pros and cons on this bike what should i upgrade first or are the parts good , any info on adjusting those forks or rear shock,thanks for any help

 

Thats a good deal. That bike actually got solid reviews when it came out. It looks as if its an older Marz fork, which is a good thing. As far as adjustments, need more info. Such as your weight, height, what # spring on the rear shock. Being that its a little older and you are just getting into DH I would not put any money into upgrades.

 

Probably a bad move. I feel for you though.

I'll give you $400 for it as my nephew is looking for a bike to do his paper route with.

Seriously, you probably did well. If it gets you riding and having fun, it was a score.

Don't worry about any upgrading though. When you're ready, take what you have learned and get a new bike.

Enjoy in good health!

:beer:


EDIT: Almost forgot! :welcome: from La Crescenta!

 

I sold my 2003 bighit for 900$ with almost the same parts. Its not the greatest deal, but you also did not get ripped off IMHO.

 

well cool this bike will get me into the sport and see if i want a better one

 

:welcome: to the madness!

 

I've heard a rumor that there is nothing better.