Today I'm building up Macky's new Niner WFO 9 RDO. With 170mm of rear suspension and 180mm of front, it's by far the biggest bike I've ever built. So big, in fact, that I run into some technical difficulties!

What you'll need:
Parts:
Niner WFO 9 RDO frame: https://bit.ly/3THVfe2
Fox Float X2 shock (frames often include the shock): https://bit.ly/3FpQIc9
Fox 34 fork: https://bit.ly/3TY1rOJ
Fox Transfer post: https://bit.ly/3CCzLHZ
Shimano XT threaded bottom bracket: https://bit.ly/3CGIxVu
Shimano XT 12speed crank: https://bit.ly/3i5KSzG
Shimano XT 12speed chainring: https://bit.ly/3J7URjW
Shimano XT 12speed cassette: https://bit.ly/3vZDVby
Shimano XT 12speed chain: https://bit.ly/3J8zoqR
Shimano XT 12speed shifter: https://bit.ly/3CFKilz
Shimano XT 12speed derailleur: https://bit.ly/3J8WkXf
Shimano M8120 XT wheelset: https://bit.ly/35Me6Bf
Shimano XT M8120 brakes: https://bit.ly/3i4XQ0y
Shimano brake hose: https://bit.ly/3U2IYRp
Shimano XT rotors: https://bit.ly/3tgI5dv
Stages Cycling power meter: https://bit.ly/3JbkobJ
Maxxis Minion DHR II tire: https://bit.ly/3FhWgoX
Tire sealant: https://bit.ly/3i47uR5
Xpedo GFX pedals: https://xpedo.com/product/pedals/mtb/...
Velo Senso Ray saddle: https://bit.ly/3zlnl6G
Tharsis carbon handlebar: https://bit.ly/3i1X44f
Tharsis stem: https://bit.ly/3JbTVLd
Headset (generally comes with the frame as it is frame specific)
Headset spacers: https://bit.ly/36fZIkd
Niner YAWYD top cap: https://bit.ly/3tgHzfz
Velo Attune grips: https://bit.ly/3KBTkmo

General tools:
Allen keys: https://bit.ly/3uftMUb
Pliers: https://bit.ly/3zkcZUM
Screwdrivers: https://bit.ly/3w6C7eu
Hammer: https://bit.ly/2Gw0QU5
Tire levers: https://bit.ly/2QNq3yA
Carbon paste: https://bit.ly/3sysNPT
Grease: https://bit.ly/2F1cuGc
Measuring tape: https://bit.ly/3NccLol
Blue towels: https://amzn.to/3SGJG5J
Floor pump: https://bit.ly/2ET1FpL

Specialty tools:
Feedback Sports mini torque wrench: https://bit.ly/3Fhwd0X
Internal cable routing tool: https://bit.ly/3w9vgAQ
Feedback Sports cable cutter: https://bit.ly/3DAXqdN
Feedback Sports bike stand: https://bit.ly/3f7g8jQ
Crown race install tool (if your race isn't notched): https://bit.ly/3hbxdnX or section of 1.5″ PVC pipe: https://amzn.to/2NV1j3f
Paint pen: https://amzn.to/2TR1G2o
Pipe cutter: https://amzn.to/3f77W3d
Reamer: https://amzn.to/3DAzJSQ
Star nut install tool: https://bit.ly/3zkbvtG
Grease gun: https://amzn.to/378km3X
Shimano TLBH62 brake cut and set tool: https://bit.ly/3fkKhtN
Feedback BB/cassette tool: https://bit.ly/39iDSeP
Chain break tool: https://bit.ly/39nlDFb
Shimano TLBT03 brake bleed tool: https://bit.ly/3m2wWaz
Shock pump: https://bit.ly/3DBz4Rm

00:00 Intro
01:01 The components
01:44 Prepare the frame
07:45 Install the fork
18:07 Handlebars
20:03 Bottom bracket and cranks
25:57 Brakes
31:51 Shifter and derailleur
34:35 Wheels and chain
45:44 Dropper post
49:11 Final touches and weight

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