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Forum: Electric Bikes
10-01-22, 12:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 246
Posted By amkaos

motor snag pants?

i wanna convert my hybrid bike to ebike with
cyc pro gen 3 mounted in the triangle..

i always wear pants and rarely graze them against chain or guard..

the drive chain on cyc looks like it...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-16-18, 07:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,027
Posted By amkaos

on YouTube I saw controller that supports dual...

on YouTube I saw controller that supports dual motor etc.
one display.
everything said here about non-matched motors is exactly why I would want matched..

generally, hub motors are big and...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-11-18, 05:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,027
Posted By amkaos

? 2wd matched motors?

hi
newbie here..
after looking for several days for pair of front /rear hub motors, matched
smallest physical size
750-1000 watt...

as far as total actual build guides etc, I haven't found diy...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-24-12, 08:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,409
Posted By amkaos

what about moto cafe carbons?

what about moto cafe carbons?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-20-12, 10:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,493
Posted By amkaos

giant rapid 1 is on my short list. i am not...

giant rapid 1 is on my short list. i am not deciding anything til DB gets fresh inventory..

no disc brakes; completely unnecessary for me.. weighs 20.5#..great geometry + component upgrade that i...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-17-12, 02:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,180
Posted By amkaos

me: cvan you check if you have 7.9fx in your...

me: cvan you check if you have 7.9fx in your store?
them: hang on,,,,yes we have one.. carbon frame, right?

by now i wanna see what all carbon bike is like.. they just bout 6mi away

me: k, i...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-17-12, 09:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 717
Posted By amkaos

1000 lumen light?

lbs has i light they claim has 1000lumen that they also claim has battery life of 4hrs on high..

this lbs is the worst i ever saw so far so i doubt its 1000 lums but i know for sure that 4hrs x...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
03-17-12, 08:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 481
Posted By amkaos

group heirarchys wanted

i wuold like to see a list of component heirarchys w/ in brands..
alivio to 105 etc..
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-16-12, 09:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,180
Posted By amkaos

im gonna call for frame size. no matter...

im gonna call for frame size.

no matter what they say there is 90% chance i wont buy even if it is my size.

this store was the worst i ever saw about knowledge -- even their own inventory. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-14-12, 11:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,180
Posted By amkaos

maintenance:: i do it regularly myself; it stays...

maintenance:: i do it regularly myself; it stays in tune. thanx
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-14-12, 11:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,180
Posted By amkaos

thnx for the weight info.. your 7.5fx weighs less...

thnx for the weight info.. your 7.5fx weighs less than the stock 7.5fx that i weighed using lbs's scales at 26.7#
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-12, 03:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,180
Posted By amkaos

hm gee well i knew for sure that readers would...

hm gee well i knew for sure that readers would think that im the lbs' problem.. no. if i go ask for exactly what i want to see and get corralled to elsewhere.. they go by an out dated business...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-12, 08:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,180
Posted By amkaos

7.9fx weight?

soo, google told me that a lbs that i knew of dealt in 3 brands i consider.

they were still closed, i was going in that neighborhood around opening time so i didnt call.

all they had was trek...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-11-12, 09:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,670
Posted By amkaos

BD has fuji absolute 1. specs look great;...

BD has fuji absolute 1.

specs look great; components + geometry.. price seems like a steal.

interwebs failed to turn up any negatives about this..

anyone have opinions / experience? ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-10-12, 06:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,670
Posted By amkaos

jamis is not under consideration atall now... ...

jamis is not under consideration atall now...

went to only dealer in town. he did the bait and switch. phone convo said he said my size allegro in stock.. actually had the opposite of my size---...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-09-12, 05:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 661
Posted By amkaos

thnx for the reply.. i just use what each company...

thnx for the reply.. i just use what each company lists. they have most things listed in common..

Frame Size >>> 58cm 60cm
ST (C-T): mm 580 600
TT (C-C): mm ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-09-12, 04:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 661
Posted By amkaos

moto cafe century geometry compares to _______ ?

hi:

i printed a list of bikes that i care about w/ their geometrys ..

BD told me that trek fx geometry is sposed to compare to cafe century bikes.

i went to trek dealer and rode 25" frame.....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-09-12, 07:37 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,670
Posted By amkaos

i couldnt find a real review to read; why is it...

i couldnt find a real review to read; why is it the winner, pros cons etc..
specs point to moto. geometrys are different.. but i dont find comparisons about frame quality.
especially when its...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-12, 05:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,670
Posted By amkaos

my mind wants saddle and grip to be level..idk...

my mind wants saddle and grip to be level..idk any better tho.. i come from hybrid..

i read BD FAQ.. then emailed them w/ questions..
i went from excluding moto completely to making it a most...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-12, 03:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,670
Posted By amkaos

thanx for comments and pic @bjjoondo: i am...

thanx for comments and pic
@bjjoondo: i am surprised that you changed handlebar setup.. just personal preference.. your bike looks nice,, customer service is always a deal breaker for me.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-12, 10:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,670
Posted By amkaos

if the package starts out fine, im fine w/ online...

if the package starts out fine, im fine w/ online support.
im interested in opinions of bang for the buck, and other real world comparisons.

moto is out of stock for now, i ask now to be ready...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-12, 07:17 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,670
Posted By amkaos

motobecane vs jamis

shopping flatbar bikes.

consider jamis allegro elite vs motobecane cafe bikes.

having hard time seeing anything atall wrong w/ motos.

it is gonna be hassle to find bike local to match...
Forum: Commuting
03-06-12, 06:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By amkaos

read specs of jamis allegra elite only one...

read specs of jamis allegra elite
only one dealer inmy area, doesn't have my size,, I think its between this and ft3. Geometry seems better for me w/jamis and components lil better
Forum: Commuting
03-05-12, 11:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By amkaos

goggle> jamis specs etc still has me lean to ft3,...

goggle> jamis specs etc still has me lean to ft3, I ll try to go to jamis dealer tomm or so..thnx
Forum: Commuting
03-05-12, 11:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By amkaos

I maybe missed proper forum.. Move it is fine w/...

I maybe missed proper forum.. Move it is fine w/ me, sorry
Forum: Commuting
03-05-12, 10:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By amkaos

Ft3 has tiagra tho..I will look into your suggs ...

Ft3 has tiagra tho..I will look into your suggs
thnx
Forum: Commuting
03-05-12, 10:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By amkaos

I only recreational ride. No rain. Up to 20mi....

I only recreational ride. No rain. Up to 20mi. Some hills. No racks at this stage. Always store inside. Not commuter bike. Bike I have now is fine for what I do. I want more performance.
thnx
Forum: Commuting
03-05-12, 09:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By amkaos

maybe ppl have suggs for better value for the 900...

maybe ppl have suggs for better value for the 900 $ range, flatbar.. Or experiences w/ this exact bike etc.. Or thoughts about flatbars in general.
or if it can be had cheaper. I find a dealer...
Forum: Commuting
03-05-12, 09:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By amkaos

new, 2012. Thnx

new, 2012. Thnx
Forum: Commuting
03-05-12, 08:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,929
Posted By amkaos

advise raleigh cadent ft3

I want to upgrade to cadent ft3. Lbs wants 900. Any thoughts or advise is welcome.

thnx
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-11, 12:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,431
Posted By amkaos

thanx for your replies. my dogs aand i are more...

thanx for your replies. my dogs aand i are more than just fine w/ doing this.. another variation for us is out of the question. if i cant find what i want or modify, its no biggie atall...really..
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-11, 03:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,431
Posted By amkaos

thanx for the replies.. it is 24 speed.. i...

thanx for the replies..
it is 24 speed..

i didnt know what else to call these levers..
one or two fingers would be just fine..

i bike two bigs dogs on leashes;

i have to make verry sure...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-11, 04:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,431
Posted By amkaos

put on stubby brake levers?

hi:
i have 2010 raleigh detour 4.5.
it has Shimano EF-50 EZ Fire Integrated shifters/ brake levers.
is it easy to replace just the levers w/ stubbies?
all help is appreciated.
thanx
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-10, 05:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 948
Posted By amkaos

everyone was right. rerouted cable , cleaned all ...

everyone was right. rerouted cable , cleaned all cables, adjusted brakes , trued up wheel..
all is well..
thanx all
Forum: Introductions
03-27-10, 06:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 360
Posted By amkaos

cable was not free and i unbound it and adjusted...

cable was not free and i unbound it and adjusted brakes from utube etc.. all is well now.
thanx
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-10, 07:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 948
Posted By amkaos

i havent done things yet.. i need to true up /...

i havent done things yet.. i need to true up / adjust spokes better first..
having trouble finding right spoke wrench..either too common and sold out or too rare and no one stocks--dunno which
i...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-10, 11:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 948
Posted By amkaos

thanx for the speedy replies. youve given me...

thanx for the speedy replies.
youve given me things to try.

the bike is a 2005 "specialized crossroads sport" hybrid.
it is stock.

thanx
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-10, 10:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 948
Posted By amkaos

brake lever sluggish upon release

hi:
brand new to biking and forum.
i bought a used bike.
the lever for the rear brake is sluggish to return position.
the actual pads and action seem fine.
is there a fix or do i need to replace...
Forum: Introductions
03-21-10, 10:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 360
Posted By amkaos

brake lever sluggish upon release

hi:
brand new to biking and forum.
glad to be here
thanx

sorry for wrong title.. couldnt edit it
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