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Forum: Folding Bikes
04-30-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 48,078
Posted By questionesse

Did you pop it in the scale before mounting it?...

Did you pop it in the scale before mounting it? What's the real life weight?
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-10-24, 02:23 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,135
Posted By questionesse

Strikingly so! Although - how's it correctly...

Strikingly so! Although - how's it correctly measured? Middle to middle of the tubes, isn't it?
On the pictures it looks a bit longer at least, more like 53cm (which is still on the shorter end...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-10-24, 02:16 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 48,078
Posted By questionesse

The other geometries for reference: 17" ...

The other geometries for reference:

17"

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1248x731/17_inch_geometry_7ad2dda5b1f29002f29c18ff673016c627b8ebee.jpg


21"
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-08-24, 04:31 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,135
Posted By questionesse

For comparison, Dahon provided geometry data as...

For comparison, Dahon provided geometry data as well now:

Top Tube Length 487.6MM
Seat Tube Length 470.4MM
Head Tube Angle 71°
Standover 675MM
Wheelbase 1031.8MM
Chainstay Length 430
BB...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-08-24, 03:25 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,135
Posted By questionesse

Haha - didn't see that one. You did read the...

Haha - didn't see that one.
You did read the thread, realising it's not available pretty much everywhere?
Plus - meanwhile having at least a quick look at actual dimensions of a bike that no-one...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-24, 11:16 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 48,078
Posted By questionesse

Curious to hear! I was checking them out as well....

Curious to hear! I was checking them out as well. Though given the higher prices and equally import fees when ordering from the UK, one can simply just order from Taiwan as well from within the EU I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-06-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 48,078
Posted By questionesse

Got the bike geometry for the 19" DF-833 frame. ...

Got the bike geometry for the 19" DF-833 frame.
Hoping to receive the data for the other sizes as well.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 02:30 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,135
Posted By questionesse

Aaand some close up shots ...

Aaand some close up shots


https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/1e48794b208fce05d0d2466dd336fb7_1d6ddd5bb4dd6cfd5e38021d9adeef19b851cb30.jpg

...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 02:28 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,135
Posted By questionesse

Got some measurements from NZ. Any take from the...

Got some measurements from NZ. Any take from the geometry experts?

Dahon is also checking for geometry data meanwhile...
After telling me, it's not on the market yet, they are now stating it's on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-01-24, 02:31 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,135
Posted By questionesse

Thanks for the heads-up! That's interesting...

Thanks for the heads-up!
That's interesting that it appeared on an official dahon branch!
Shipping from NZ is probably the most distant open, but I'll definitely have a look!
Also found some...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-29-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,135
Posted By questionesse

It's even on decathlon Hongkong from a vendor...

It's even on decathlon Hongkong from a vendor which is not decathlon though.
For a mere 800bucks....
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-25-24, 02:09 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,135
Posted By questionesse

Umm - where do you see that? The cadenza is a 26"...

Umm - where do you see that? The cadenza is a 26" bike with a very different looking frame, even if you'd add a different tread and drop bars.
Wondering where you draw that conclusion from....
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-23-24, 01:11 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 48,078
Posted By questionesse

The tire width limitation is also with the rear...

The tire width limitation is also with the rear triangle :cry: I was hoping it was more an issue if the front fork that could be fixed by swapping it.
That's a bummer, at least for me. A dedicated...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-20-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 48,078
Posted By questionesse

And here we go: ...

And here we go:

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/800x569/image001_f6c370fc8f4541b0d7abc2fe7b3fbadebc66365f.jpg



For comparison:
DF-733 road frame, 28C
DF-833 MTB...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-20-24, 02:13 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 48,078
Posted By questionesse

I had to query them more on this to avoid buyers...

I had to query them more on this to avoid buyers remorse when ordering now - and it is indeed intended to be a gravel bike!



I now asked if that'd mean it's the same frame as the road bike,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-19-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 48,078
Posted By questionesse

Speaking of gears - just to confirm if what I...

Speaking of gears - just to confirm if what I took from here was correct (for the MTB style frame):
- the max (without changing the chain line) is a 42T chainring?
How about a 2x double chainring -...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-13-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 48,078
Posted By questionesse

You think that's it? Hmm, pretty lame, same...

You think that's it? Hmm, pretty lame, same frame, just some other components thrown at it. Sounded like something completely different coming through :/
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-13-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 48,078
Posted By questionesse

Did they elaborate on the direction/type gpp ?...

Did they elaborate on the direction/type gpp ? Might also be some completely uninteresting type - and who knows what 'a few' months mean...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-13-24, 04:55 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,135
Posted By questionesse

Spotted a new video recently after I also...

Spotted a new video recently after I also couldn't get any input from any regional dahon entity about availability back when it launched.
https://youtu.be/jQPHfZtsDIY?si=thctRB0zQ6GDlpMm

Reached...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-16, 10:10 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,572
Posted By questionesse

Teflon spray for chain

Hi guys,

I started using teflon-based spray for my chain. It is intended as a long-term lubricant for cogs etc. so I thought it might be a good idea.
Just wanted to double-check if there's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-16, 03:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,749
Posted By questionesse

Jagwire elite link - connect liner?

Hi guys,

I need rather long brake housing, the liner length provided is not enough.
So I bought another kit and thought, I could just connect the liners and swap links all over.
Yet there is no...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-08-16, 05:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,044
Posted By questionesse

That's what I tried to do last time without...

That's what I tried to do last time without measuring upfront, but I ended up realizing that the front one is a bit too long, meaning it does not touch the disc at the front fork, which is supposed...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-02-16, 03:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,044
Posted By questionesse

That's cool, was thinking of also changing mine...

That's cool, was thinking of also changing mine that way as I'm used to from other bikes.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-02-16, 06:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,192
Posted By questionesse

You think that's really noticeable?

You think that's really noticeable?
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-02-16, 06:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,044
Posted By questionesse

Brompton: Realistic cable housing lengths

Hi guys,

anyone measured his cable housing lengths for a S2L (shifter and breaks)?
I would like to install a new set and the lengths I went with last time were a tad too short as I obviously...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-02-16, 06:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 16,357
Posted By questionesse

That's the space between the frame and the stem?

That's the space between the frame and the stem?
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-31-16, 10:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 16,357
Posted By questionesse

So you're saying CK won't fit a brompton?

So you're saying CK won't fit a brompton?
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-27-16, 01:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 16,357
Posted By questionesse

Just to confirm - I've read that the Chris King...

Just to confirm - I've read that the Chris King 2Nut AND Grip Nut should fit - is that correct?
Should any of the two be a preferred choice?
Anyone got the weight of the two?

As far as I see...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-26-16, 05:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,192
Posted By questionesse

Just wanted to follow up if there's any...

Just wanted to follow up if there's any confirmation of an 11speed chain on a 2Speed brompton working or not
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-16, 09:27 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 21,350
Posted By questionesse

Hi guys, looking into buying one of those...

Hi guys,

looking into buying one of those link cable housings.
Any update on how the ones from all the manufacturers compare?
Jagwire, NOK, Aligator - Anything wlse I might not have digged up...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-17-16, 04:45 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 90,677
Posted By questionesse

Hi guys, cheking back kind of once a year on...

Hi guys,
cheking back kind of once a year on this project and then putting it on hold again I realise.
But this time my BB is simply ready to be replaced, making me tinker again about changing the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-18-15, 08:07 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 22,236
Posted By questionesse

Pardon my naive pndering, but why's the Chris...

Pardon my naive pndering, but why's the Chris King headset such an improvement?
And - anyone knows how it compares to the stock one weight-wise?

thx!
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-19-15, 02:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,438
Posted By questionesse

Noone is talking about getting lightER than the...

Noone is talking about getting lightER than the status quo. The Brompton rear 2-speed hub is already quite lightweight.

As far as I'm aware, milan never made real mechanical parts.
I was in...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-19-15, 03:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,438
Posted By questionesse

yeah, I guess, they are out of my price range as...

yeah, I guess, they are out of my price range as well...
Is there anything affordable out there?
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-18-15, 04:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,438
Posted By questionesse

Never thought about possible issues with the...

Never thought about possible issues with the derailleur - is the anything to consider?
Both is necessary - use with brompton derailleur, on a brompton bike.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-18-15, 03:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,438
Posted By questionesse

THX for pointing out those options - I'm afraid...

THX for pointing out those options - I'm afraid they're out of my reach budget-wise. No simple black 2-speed hub on the market?
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-18-15, 07:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,438
Posted By questionesse

That's kind of my plan B at the moment...

That's kind of my plan B at the moment...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-18-15, 03:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,438
Posted By questionesse

Any light, BLACK rear hub for 2-speed Brompton?

Hi guys,

I'm planning on bulding a set of new wheels with black rims and spokes.
So a black hub would be a super neat addition.
Just that I don't find anything for Brompton in black.

Anyone...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-08-15, 03:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 32,296
Posted By questionesse

By now it's titanium, yes. Just read, that...

By now it's titanium, yes.
Just read, that there are pretty lightweight aluminum cranks as well that are almost not heavier than carbon.
Anyone has a hint? I guess they'd be cheaper than carbon...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-16-15, 03:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,964
Posted By questionesse

Hmm - the KMC SL seems not available in that...

Hmm - the KMC SL seems not available in that measurements - what a pity! You searched for sl » KMC Chain (http://kmcchain.us/?s=sl)
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-14-15, 02:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,964
Posted By questionesse

which KMC SL chain for Brompton 2-Speed?

Hi guys,

I just changed my gearing from 3 to a 2-speed.
I'm eyeballing a KMC SL chain as it is the lightest I've heard about.
I read, I need a 3/32 inch version - is that correct? There are...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-21-15, 04:32 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 32,296
Posted By questionesse

Got a lot of carbon parts already - I'd just need...

Got a lot of carbon parts already - I'd just need some specific advise on which crankset would be affordable - I guess an SRAM would be an option in the US, but which fits?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-15, 02:17 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,131
Posted By questionesse

Light spindles for Pedals? CROPS VP ONE PIPER

Hey there,

not sure where to fit this question, I hope here it's ok.
I bought the CROPS VP ONE PIPER pedals as they're pretty light per se.
But I know that Ti spindles are available to make them...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-21-15, 02:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 32,296
Posted By questionesse

Just wanted to warm this up again as I haven't...

Just wanted to warm this up again as I haven't moved forward much.
As I'm in the US and could bring back a crankset, I'm wondering if there's a specific SRAM carbon set that would fit the Brompton...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-21-15, 02:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 983
Posted By questionesse

Brompton parts - nice US online shops?

Hey there,

I'm in the US for some days and thinking about what to bring with me from that stay.
Are there any nice online Stores with brompton tuning parts I should be aware of?
There's...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-31-15, 02:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,151
Posted By questionesse

yip, that's what I mean. Would make sense I...

yip, that's what I mean.
Would make sense I guess...
thx!
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-31-15, 01:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,151
Posted By questionesse

Brompton forks - two lugs on the back?

Hey guys,

I bought myself a Ti fork, but haven't mounted it yet.
I just noticed, that besides the lug for the fender stabilizer, there is also another lug on the other leg of the fork.
My older...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-31-15, 04:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 32,296
Posted By questionesse

Well, cheap is relative, I'm not expecting to get...

Well, cheap is relative, I'm not expecting to get carbon for next to nothing.
But for example with handlebars, saddles or seat posts are available in different price levels, which is why I can't...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-31-15, 03:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 32,296
Posted By questionesse

I've noticed your tone before and I don't like...

I've noticed your tone before and I don't like it.
In case you haven't noticed, you're not obliged to post - feel absolutely free to turn your attention to other threads and spare us your mood.
And...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-31-15, 02:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 32,296
Posted By questionesse

Seen that as well, but I'm not aware of any...

Seen that as well, but I'm not aware of any half-way affordable variant that wouldn't almost double the value of the bike when mounted.
Or anyone knows a relative bargain for carbon cranks?
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