Lighter Rider Or Lighter Bike? Where's Best To Save Weight? | Ask GMBN Tech

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⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️
0:00 - Welcome back to Ask GMBN Tech!
0:14 - Can you swap from resin to sintered brake pads using the same disc?
1:57 - Is it better to have a lighter bike or a lighter rider?
4:40 - How do you know when your suspension needs a service?
6:24 - What is the difference between the SM-RT30-M and the SM-RT54-M?
8:44 - How do you torque wheel spokes?
9:28 - Can you mix brands of tyre sealant?

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