Suntour XCM group opinions

[Txn67]

I have my eye on a Giant Iguana that I believe to be a '92. I like it because it's in mint condition, has a cool purple splatter paint and is only $60US. It has an XCM group. I know that's on the lower end but I'm wondering how well it actually works? Is it cheapo or is it actually pretty good like , for instance, an STX group is?

Those riser bars would have to go.

https://myrtlebeach.craigslist.org/bik/6037441262.html

Close up of another one. Looks sweet.

 

[street]

The only thing that would put me off that group set is only having a double ring on the chainset. But if it suits your riding then it's not a problem.
I don't have any experience of XCM but even low end Suntour of this vintage seems pretty good. I had an XCT group for many years and many miles, and it was faultless.
Cool splatter paint. In that price range you could well find a higher spec bike if you're willing to wait, but if it's in good condition and you like it then you can't go too far wrong.

 

[MRGRUMPY]

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I am a big fan of all things Suntour, and I did use XCM and the next group up, XCE, in the past.
For the price I would buy it in a heartbeat.