The climbs are non-stop, the down hill sections are killing and the single tracks with lots of roots, narrow path between trees, and the sudden drops are madness! This is what I can conclude in mixture of several trails for a half day ride.


The video below depicts how technical Kiara is...
In order for me to have better control at these challenging trails, I refined my bike further on the cockpit section as this is one of the most important area for bike handling. 
Reference reading material: [http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/article/mountain-bike-stems-2492/].
The Stem...
Model: KCNC Bear Arm 
Clamp size: 31.8mm clamp size, 
Extension: 70mm stretch, 
Rise: 5°
Material: 6061 - T6 Aluminium 
Price: RM85
The Handlebar... 
Model: Bontrager Crow Bar 
Type: Low Riser - 25mm rise
Length: 600mm
Material: 6061 - T6 Custom Butted Aluminium
Price: RM45
After spending few hours removing the current components and replacing them with new ones, plus balancing of the bar, I could sense instant difference. I have yet to try it and hopefully the new XC+Trail riding style setup works.
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
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