QUOTE(waikeatyeo @ May 14 2012, 01:07 PM)
thanks everyone for your kind reply.. just dont get it why is branded better than under 2k.. to what i understand is the difference is just the frame no? components can be the same or similar right? help me understand whats the difference between them branded and under 2000 bikes...

thanx heaps
2012 Alivio's are yesteryear's Deore. Don't bother with low end square tapered cranks. Minimum go Hollowtech for Shimano. Unless you're going retro highend, then get a Titanium square tapered BB with oldskool XTR crank.
The old Alivio just sucks. The RD's spring tension or lack thereof, makes for a noisy ride and prone to drop chains.
Why 2k bike just need to choose color and size? Simple, a complete groupset of Deore's with brakes oledi cost almost 2k IINM. So if you're a manufacturer, how do you make a complete bike and still make money at 2k pricepoint? Cheap out everywhere lo... IMHO for below 2k, best to go 2ndhand. Atleast you'll get some decent parts in the deal.
QUOTE(SeanLee85 @ May 14 2012, 01:13 PM)
Guys! if i match a 9speed crankset with 10speed drivetrain system, any big problem could happen?
Not a problem.
Have fun reading!
http://forums.mtbr.com/drivetrain-shifters...ems-646014.html