I have successfully attached and used a Bimotal system, but only with a McGuyver attachment that is not ready for prime time. Possibly in a bit an official bracket that makes this a viable solution is in the works but no ETA at the moment from Bimotal.
Someone I believe attached the Skarper...
Be careful when you do this - as if you are going to be hitting freeway speeds - any cover you put on will become the ultimate sail, catching the wind and attempting to blow off or lift the bike right off the rack.
This is a current version T50 attachment ONLY - no plans for any other models - the attachment mechanism is 100% frame specific. Designing and making these for cross models was not possible, unfortunately. So it is a N+1 thing. ☺️
The shock is not really rebuildable - most of these bike parts are no longer "serviceable" like old stuff was.
Definitely a replacement is in order. We *might have some spare replacement Q shocks that we can sell you one - but email Katie at support@cruzbike.com to be sure. Let her know I sent...
The Tektro's on the A4x are short pull.
Normally these would be paired with road brifters (like the S40) but the levers on the A4x are the MT2.1 Eclipse and have the adjustable pull ratio. This is why during the build it is important to make sure the cable head is pulling from the innermost...
Also as far as doing the one-hand reach. Try not to over-grip the bars and think about it too much. The most common thing I see is a bit too much of a constant over-controlling of the bars. The key is relaxing with control.
Before long you will be even able to take pics and video one-handed...
For an easier to reach bottle situation behind the seat - I recommend doing a new drilling to lower the position of the bottle cages. The stock position is higher but if you use a nice new bit to make new lower holes the reach-back will be easier.
I already have spec'ed future seats to have...