Weight under 1200 grams of cross-country frame has been very common, while 2000 grams or less of the full shock frame is very little, for those DH bike frame is often more than 3000 grams.
Maintenance Compared to hardtail bikes, full shock bikes require very careful tuning and maintenance, and its rear shock must be precisely set to achieve the desired effect.
Most of the full shock frames will absorb part of the rider's pedaling force, causing a cascade of force.
Generally speaking, hardtail frames are mostly used on XC bikes and climbing bikes. And full shock frame is used in FR or DH bike
From the use of value and use of the scope, lightweight off-road vehicles are not only sports equipment, or very good walking tools and travel equipment. The cross-country bikes with bald tires and hard forks can reach very high speed. Full shock absorbers due to its huge size, large weight and the disadvantages of diarrhea when riding, making it very limited and not suitable for general riding.
In terms of maintenance, full shock bikes require more professional maintenance, and domestic bike shops are still very imperfect and irregular, not only the repair parts are not easy to find, but also the related technical support is very lacking. There are only a few bicycle shops that can provide warranty and guarantee.
In the same time, the price of a full shock absorber will be more expensive. The one-time investment for newcomers will be larger. And the choice of newcomers often comes with blindness, once you find that this type of riding is not suitable for you, the loss will be relatively heavy.