Litespeed Niota for sale $600

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This is a new back from the manufacture upgraded redesigned rear triangle Niota frame with shock (size ML). This makes the frame bullet proof. It still has the manufacture warranty on it.

Advantages are
Incredibly tough and durable
Versatility made simple
Consistently plush performance
Maximum pedaling efficiency

Features are
Double-butted AN6 oversized aluminum, with CNC-machined yolks and
sealed linkage bearings
Adjustable 4" and 5" travel options
CLR linkage supplies constant leverage ratio throughout shock stroke
Fox's Float RL AVA rear shock with ProPedal damping


The Niota's asymetrical swingarm is uniquely configured to allow for five inches of travel but is built rock-solid for ultra-precise trackability.




Technical Information
Frameset tech G.E.T.
Geometry Full-Suspension
Frame Material Alite AN6 Aluminum
Average weight 2425g./5.34 lbs. for 55cm frame

Litespeed is constantly testing and refining the art and engineering of high-performance frame building. A few years ago, we pioneered the use of Geometrically Enhanced Tubing (G.E.T.) technology to improve the basic performance of our tubing.
Never content to simply go with the flow, we kept the research lights burning and developed new methods of shaping the tubes to get the maximum performance out of each one.

A bike frame constantly undergoes some rather extreme twisting forces even when you are just climbing a hill. By shaping the tubing in different directions, we are able to counter and offset the frame stresses during even the most extreme riding conditions. By constantly evaluating the stress loads imposed on a bike frame during the most extreme cycling situations, our engineer/geeks have arrived at shapes that counter these stresses. And as a bonus, this shaping means we don't need as much material to do the job - hence, WEIGHT SAVINGS! Our new Proprietary Forming Technology allows for weight savings and performance characteristics on a scale that has never before been possible

The Niota's Alite butted and heat-treated aluminum tubeset yields a lightweight ride that is remarkably stiff. The massive ovalized top tube creates a the super-rigid spine that helps distribute the impact loads of even the most rugged terrain. Titanium link arms shave weight and offer 2 levels of rear wheel travel. Fox's RP3 shock offers ProPedal damping and on-the-fly adjustment without sacrificing small bump sensitivity. Disc specific dropouts are set up for the latest in braking technology.

Sizes ML
Top Tube Length (in) 23.5
Head Tube Angle 70.5
Seat Tube Angle 73.0
Seat Tube Length 17.7
Chainstay Length (in) 17.0
BB Drop (in) 13.5
Wheelbase (in) 43.0
Front Center (in) 26.0
Fork Rake (in) 1.5
Standover Height (in) 31.0
Head Tube Length (in) 4.75
Frame Weight (grams) 2450
Frame Weight (pounds) 5.40
Wheel Size 26 inch

It complicated.

I bought a Tomac eli from "Bikes & more" in Dallas 3 years ago and broke the mounts that hold the rear shock. Bikes & more sent it in for warranty. Bikes & more got bought and so did Tomac by Litespeed.

Litespeed honored the eli warranty with the Niota and the Niota had issues with the rear triangle on the aluminum models only. I just got the upgraded redesigned rear triangle back.

So long story short is the bike is 3 years old. It spent 1 year at Tomac & Litespeed. And it has 1 year left on the warranty because of all the time they had it. I rode it a couple of times. You can tell if you see the frame in person. It is in excellent condition.