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Forum: Folding Bikes
07-21-21, 10:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By tcs

Owners seem to enjoy them. ...

Owners seem to enjoy them.

https://youtu.be/ILmvBxERj2A

https://youtu.be/hfM5cSUqlZs
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-21-21, 06:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By tomtomtom123

I'm thinking about getting the K3 locally, or...

I'm thinking about getting the K3 locally, or possibly finding a shop that would ship a K3 Plus overseas.
I saw a few blogs attempting to convert the cogs from 9-13-17 to 9-11-1X, but the 9T has a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-05-21, 01:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By Winfried

Too bad its OLD isn't 135mm and won't take a...

Too bad its OLD isn't 135mm and won't take a Shimano Nexus/Alfine gear hub.

That derailleur so close to the ground is a disaster waiting to happen.

The 2021 edition...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-21, 07:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,337
Posted By Winfried

I know, but it's a bit of a stretch, don't you...

I know, but it's a bit of a stretch, don't you think?

Over here, I see a lot more Bromptons and other folders than Stridas, although there's a distributor right here (http://strida.fr/).

I've...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-21, 05:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,337
Posted By Winfried

No, just a rider who likes folders. I'm no...

No, just a rider who likes folders.

I'm no engineer, but I guess a Shimano/Sturmey-Archer gear hub in the rear wheel would require a major overhaul of the frame. Considering even Brompton — that...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-21, 03:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,337
Posted By Winfried

It works like coaster brakes, which I don't like...

It works like coaster brakes, which I don't like for the same reason. But to each his own :-)

Half its price new, and I could resell it a few weeks later for the same price, so it was like a free...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-27-21, 04:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,337
Posted By Winfried

I bought one second-hand to test it out. It was...

I bought one second-hand to test it out. It was the one with 18" wheels.

Even with three speeds, I wouldn't recommend the Strida for trips longer than a few km/miles, and on relatively flat...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-05-20, 07:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By tomtomtom123

Does anyone know the rear dropout width. I'm...

Does anyone know the rear dropout width. I'm wondering if it can fit the sturmey Archer rf3 hub with 1 nut removed to get it down from 135mm to 130mm. Otherwise I'd want the k3 plus 16 but it doesn't...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-19-20, 08:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By 1nterceptor

The Brompton can't be 26" X 24" X 12". The box...

The Brompton can't be 26" X 24" X 12". The box that it ships in is 24" X 24" X 12".
https://live.staticflickr.com/1625/24912456646_cce9dc34da_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/DXqRqA)Nagoya Station...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-19-20, 01:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By Winfried

But also less practical (no front bag, no rear...

But also less practical (no front bag, no rear rack, no mudguards, chain on the outside, only three gears), and probably less comfy (aluminum and even smaller wheels).
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-18-20, 08:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By Schwinnsta

But look how much smaller the wheels of the Dahon...

But look how much smaller the wheels of the Dahon appear.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-15-20, 03:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By Winfried

Considering a Dahon K3 costs ~$700 and a...

Considering a Dahon K3 costs ~$700 and a Haberstock/Schlumpf gearbox about the same, it makes more sense to just buy a Brompton, which is more compact to carry on public transit anyways.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-14-20, 09:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By termv

Schlumpf Drive

Interesting, very interesting way to overcome certain limitations.

I realize that there is a certain penalty, HIGH PRICE.

However, at least there are options, pricey, but they do exist!

I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-14-20, 07:44 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By EngineBreaker95

For those who want to upscale the speed of Dahon...

For those who want to upscale the speed of Dahon K3, try installing a Schulpf onto it. I was reading crank reviews and found a bike shop who installed a Schlumpf Speed drive on a K3
search ' cycle...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-05-20, 09:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By Kabuto

Interesting link! His goal was to make the bike...

Interesting link! His goal was to make the bike smaller to take on regular trains when doing "rinko" and the picture of him seated with the bike in front of him was taken on the bullet train...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-05-20, 03:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By EngineBreaker95

Yes, for bike to work and traveling purpose. He...

Yes, for bike to work and traveling purpose. He already replaced so much, from bottom bracket and crack set. Even added a front hub dynamo to power the headlamp!

I was inspired so much that I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-05-20, 03:24 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By EngineBreaker95

I chanced upon a Japanese biker with a Dahon K3...

I chanced upon a Japanese biker with a Dahon K3 who is constantly posting about his upgrades/progress. I'm also following his footsteps when I get my Dahon K3 too.
You can try upgrading your wheels...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-05-20, 12:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By Winfried

Do you know if it can be retrofitted to use a...

Do you know if it can be retrofitted to use a Nexus/Sturmey-Archer internal gear hub, which would 1) provide a wider gear range and 2) allow for a chain guard (pretty useful, considering the chain...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-24-20, 07:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,742
Posted By Winfried

I'll just get the 52T chain guard...

I'll just get the 52T chain guard (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32922258464.html) and see how it goes. At €20, it's not worth trying to file down a chainring.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-20-20, 01:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,742
Posted By Winfried

[Front crankset] Replacing outer ring with chain guard?

Hello,

I'm currently using a 50/40/30 triple crankset + derailleur on a Brompton where I 1) removed the outer 50T, and 2) replaced the middle ring with a 46T.

I'd like to install a chain guard...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-20-20, 05:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By rhenning

What exactly does mo mean? Is it one of the 3...

What exactly does mo mean? Is it one of the 3 stooges? Roger
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-12-20, 06:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By Winfried

Thankfully, bikes are allowed to go to work, food...

Thankfully, bikes are allowed to go to work, food shopping, etc.

With much fewer cars in the streets, now is a great time to get around by bike.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-11-20, 02:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By 3speedslow

Wow! Get some lights for those dark Paris streets...

Wow! Get some lights for those dark Paris streets now that excersize is only allowed after dark. Another sweet looking Dahon on here!
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-11-20, 12:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,687
Posted By bulusoy

Looks very classy:) I wish you safe and smooth...

Looks very classy:) I wish you safe and smooth rides. Thank you for sharing!
Forum: Introductions
03-10-20, 11:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 678
Posted By berner

Welcome Sam. If the Giro and Le Tour are actually...

Welcome Sam. If the Giro and Le Tour are actually cancelled, you may be able to get a good deal on a pro tour bike at a good price. This is not really a joke.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-24-20, 03:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 17,951
Posted By Jipe

The fold is like a Dahon fold, totally different...

The fold is like a Dahon fold, totally different from the Brompton:
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/750x500/s_l1600_4a0970b52fff690599fca2036c38117bf273ec86.jpg...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-20, 01:11 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 44,283
Posted By tomtomtom123

Dahon k3 Plus kaa693 with 16" wheels has 9 speed...

Dahon k3 Plus kaa693 with 16" wheels has 9 speed cassette and disc brakes.
https://www.bikeforums.net/folding-bikes/1194191-dahon-k3-plus-kaa693-16-wheels-9-speed-disc-brake.html
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-21-20, 11:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,256
Posted By sam_jm

Peugeot City Bike (150 €)

I am currently looking into this Peugeot city bike second hand that is being sold for 150 €. I admit I am not so knowledgeable about the asking price and if it is reasonable or not.

I am looking...
Forum: Introductions
02-21-20, 10:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 678
Posted By sam_jm

Hey from Paris!

Hello all,

I am new to the forms and a new arrival here in Paris (originally from Canada). Initially I am looking for a few tips on buying second hand bikes and also hoping to learn a bit more...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-20, 05:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 34,798
Posted By 3speedslow

I guess there is no carrying a bag on the front...

I guess there is no carrying a bag on the front for this Dahon. It does look spiffy! I would not mind taking it for a spin.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-20, 11:28 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 34,798
Posted By tomtomtom123

I guess it's similar to their already existing...

I guess it's similar to their already existing models, Mu SL D9 PAA693 10kg, SRA682 11kg, Curve D7 PJA672 12kg
https://www.dahon.com.hk/products/dahon-mu-sl-d9-folding-bike-paa693...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-18-20, 11:02 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 34,798
Posted By tomtomtom123

Dahon K3 Plus KAA693 16" wheels 9 speed disc brake

I was looking at the K3 on Google and found the K3 plus KAA693, which is a 16" version with disc brake and 9 speed freehub.
Around $550. Looks really nice. Only 10kg.
facebook...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-15-19, 11:31 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 44,283
Posted By Pahana

I wouldn't recommend this bike for anyone over 5...

I wouldn't recommend this bike for anyone over 5 Ft 9 inches. I'm 5 ft 4 in and of course have no problem with this. The fold of the bike is terrible. After 9 months I still have to work at the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-15-19, 06:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,372
Posted By tomtomtom123

I don't have one and have never seen it, but from...

I don't have one and have never seen it, but from what you say, assuming that the chainring is centered to the outer cog, the angle of the chain when just 2 cogs over isn't that big of a difference...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-13-19, 02:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,644
Posted By Doctortee

Thanks, longer crank arms would be too...

Thanks,
longer crank arms would be too expensive and don‘t give me the needed extra in height. I decided to build an own telescopic seat post by buying a 600mm/33,9mm seatpost, a 350/27.2mm...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-11-19, 05:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,644
Posted By tomtomtom123

you could switch to longer crank arms. Or use...

you could switch to longer crank arms. Or use the Brooks flyer/imperial. The springs on the flyer raises the height by quite a lot. Probably a couple of centimeters.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-11-19, 05:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,644
Posted By Doctortee

Hi, I have the same problem with a seatpost...

Hi,
I have the same problem with a seatpost being too short. I also found only the two alternatives (telescopic seatpost and litepro). I‘m surprised about the different minimum insertions. Normally,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-01-19, 06:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,644
Posted By abone

Xootr Swift, although discontinued, still show a...

Xootr Swift, although discontinued, still show a 34mm x 640mm seat post available on their website. You will have to click and select the xxl size in the drop down. Not sure how much height is avail....
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-28-19, 05:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,644
Posted By Nemosengineer

Sometimes you have to bite the bullet and build...

Sometimes you have to bite the bullet and build your own seatpost. I had to do this to get a quality seatpost that actually fit a vintage frame. This is done by cutting the seat mount off the post of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-28-19, 08:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,644
Posted By Kabuto

Update: I ended up buying a Litepro 650mm...

Update: I ended up buying a Litepro 650mm seatpost, because I was really hoping it would give me an extra 20mm of height and put me in the perfect position, and it arrived today.

Much to my...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-22-19, 12:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,644
Posted By blimly

Thanks both for the quick response. That's...

Thanks both for the quick response. That's exactly the info I needed.

So, it sounds like the 650mm LitePro gives only about 500mm of height from the minimum insertion line to the rails.

That'll...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-22-19, 10:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,644
Posted By Kabuto

The minimum insertion on the 580mm Litepro...

The minimum insertion on the 580mm Litepro seatpost I have is 150mm, and judging from the pictures on Alibaba it looks like the 650mm seatpost has the same amount of minimum insertion. Maximum weight...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-22-19, 07:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,644
Posted By blimly

Extra-long seatpost options for a Dahon folding bike? LitePro 650mm?

I am looking for an extra long 33.9mm seatpost to use on my Dahon Classic III folding bike.

I am looking to replace the heavy chromed-steel telescoping seatpost with a single piece alloy post.
...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
09-02-19, 12:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,518
Posted By cb400bill

SCLee, Welcome to Bike Forums. After finding...

SCLee,

Welcome to Bike Forums. After finding your post I thought I’d take a minute to explain to you why you can’t post a link or picture yet. We are by far the largest bicycle themed forum in the...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
09-02-19, 12:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,518
Posted By SCLee

How to get 10 posts?

Hi,
I've posted several times but I still only have three posts. I try to give helpful information, but you admin's keep deleting the posts because you determine that it (might) contain a web site...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-04-19, 02:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,429
Posted By Raxel

Here's a heavily modified Chedech with external...

Here's a heavily modified Chedech with external 5-speed drivetrain (sram etap). its owner has a sub-6kg Brompton as well (with steel frame)

...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-04-19, 07:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,429
Posted By valkus

Thanks, the guy moved out close to St. Nazare, so...

Thanks, the guy moved out close to St. Nazare, so even smaller chances that he sells it.
Brompton in -12% configuration should do the job.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-04-19, 06:57 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,429
Posted By Winfried

https://www.leboncoin.fr/velos/1613464503.htm/ ...

https://www.leboncoin.fr/velos/1613464503.htm/

It's been for sale for months, still no taker. I don't like the fact that it won't take a bag in the front, and there's the risk of failure with a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-04-19, 06:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,429
Posted By valkus

Hi, any new thoughts on the topic since it was...

Hi, any new thoughts on the topic since it was started? 12kg brompton vs 9kg of chedah...

there is an announcement on Le bon coin for - 1600E (no links are allowed in my posts yet)

We live on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-19-19, 11:08 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 44,283
Posted By Pahana

After one month of commuting on the eezz d3 I...

After one month of commuting on the eezz d3 I have to say that it's just great for short rides. As a Brompton owner also I have to add that there is no comparison in the ride. The Brompton rides like...
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