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David asks…
Are all mountain bike parts interchangable? I’m looking into getting my first mountain bike since i was 12 (11 years ago). I don’t want to spend more than 400 on a used one, but I don’t want to be stuck with a below average bike if I decide to continue riding. Will all mountain bike parts fit on all mountain bikes? Can I upgrade to a 400 dollar fork suspension on a cheaper bike? Can I upgrade everything and eventually have a completely different bike? I just don’t want to be stuck buying lower end parts for a lower end bike.
AnswerBot answers: It depends some parts are practically unique to the given bike derailleur hanger others are totally interchangeable derailleurs crank arms pedals saddle others may or may not be
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