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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-21, 01:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 866
Posted By drzdave58

Any bike I have ever owned/sold/traded I like to...

Any bike I have ever owned/sold/traded I like to know when it was built etc. Guess it’s just my curious mind. Thx for the info cyccommute.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-21, 10:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 866
Posted By drzdave58

Need Help determining year of bike

I have this Raleigh Deore bike I’m trying to figure out the year it was made. The Serial number is R57-44294. Does anyone know what these numbers mean? Thx...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-20, 07:22 AM
Replies: 7,840
Views: 935,118
Posted By drzdave58

Recently acquired this 1965 Moulton bike....

Recently acquired this 1965 Moulton bike. Completely disassembled, every nut and bolt and part cleaned. Powdercoated the frame a cream colour, new tires, new Sturmey archer crankset, new 5 speed...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-17-20, 05:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,520
Posted By drzdave58

I’ve had bikes with 16 and 20 inch tires. I...

I’ve had bikes with 16 and 20 inch tires. I prefer the ride on the 20 inch. The dahon bikes fold ok but not as easy as a brompton. I love the 8 speed internal gear hubs as well that many dahons have....
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-04-20, 06:21 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,529
Posted By drzdave58

I wouldn’t wait to until ‘I need an...

I wouldn’t wait to until ‘I need an ebike’....they are just too much fun, I built a custom ebike a couple years ago and absolutely have a blast on it. I also have a regular bike that I ride every...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-20, 03:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,751
Posted By drzdave58

I comprehend things just fine thx. Likely to fail...

I comprehend things just fine thx. Likely to fail doesn’t mean it WILL fail. The truth is that part could last for years and perhaps never fail. My dahon is a 2008 so the bike had been used for about...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-20, 02:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,751
Posted By drzdave58

Who ever said the stem was damaged?? It’s merely...

Who ever said the stem was damaged?? It’s merely a part that is being recalled because of possible failure. Nobody here seems to be confused about it but YOU.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-20, 06:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,751
Posted By drzdave58

Mastic Beach New York Huh? That explains...

Mastic Beach New York Huh? That explains everything. You are right in the eye of the Covid 19 storm. It’s obvious you are under a lot of stress. I wish you luck in overcoming it.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-30-20, 08:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,751
Posted By drzdave58

Dude...you totally misunderstood what I said...at...

Dude...you totally misunderstood what I said...at no time did I say or suggest that someone should install this part on a bike and use it..and for you to imply that I was is ridiculous..all I said...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-30-20, 06:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,751
Posted By drzdave58

Lol..well of course I wouldn’t expect someone to...

Lol..well of course I wouldn’t expect someone to use it on a bike but perhaps some of the parts on it are useful or make a lamp out of it or something else..one mans junk is another mans...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-30-20, 03:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,751
Posted By drzdave58

I had to replace the one on my 2008 dahon curve....

I had to replace the one on my 2008 dahon curve. I thought ok this shouldn’t cost much cause the handle post is free. My LBS charged me $25 +shipping + duty charges= $90....oh well...anybody want my...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-28-20, 07:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,264
Posted By drzdave58

I recently purchased a Moulton tsr a8. I am very...

I recently purchased a Moulton tsr a8. I am very pleased with how the front suspension smooths out the bumpy roads where I live. That’s one one of the main reasons I wanted the bike, plus of course...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
12-23-19, 11:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,595
Posted By drzdave58

Get a brooks...Once it’s broken in it will be the...

Get a brooks...Once it’s broken in it will be the most comfortable saddle ever...and you will have it for years...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-28-19, 12:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,864
Posted By drzdave58

Yeah...I struggled the same as you with only...

Yeah...I struggled the same as you with only riding the ebike vs pedal bike..it feels really weird pedaling after riding the ebike for a long period of time....now I ride my regular bikes every...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-28-19, 11:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,864
Posted By drzdave58

Sounds like you got a great deal for sure...has...

Sounds like you got a great deal for sure...has that got the Yamaha mid drive motor?..Reprogramming the computer to remove the speed limiter isn’t a bad idea as you have no warranty on it ...it’s...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-27-19, 03:45 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,167
Posted By drzdave58

I had a drz400s too....great bike!...I kinda...

I had a drz400s too....great bike!...I kinda regret letting that go...but I found when I had motorcycles I didn’t ride my bicycle enough...so now I’m just into bicycles...I have a custom built ebike...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-27-19, 10:53 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,167
Posted By drzdave58

if your goal is exercise and fun then you should...

if your goal is exercise and fun then you should consider putting a bafang midrive motor with pedal assist and throttle on a mountain bike you already have...the kits go for $1500 or so plus...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-27-19, 07:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,023
Posted By drzdave58

Looking forward to seeing it done!

Looking forward to seeing it done!
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-21-19, 08:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,191
Posted By drzdave58

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/811x768/7549d69b_bc26_470c_a6fa_5e0242040f1e_0eee58ed36f4f12f4a5a935e12442821166a9ae4.jpeg
Well...I wasn’t actually charged for the handle post...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-17-19, 02:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,191
Posted By drzdave58

So I got the new handle post from Dahon...mine...

So I got the new handle post from Dahon...mine was a recall...with shipping and brokerage fees it cost me $72 which pissed me off a bit but I guess it gives me peace of mind for safety and in case I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-11-19, 06:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,917
Posted By drzdave58

So it turns out that I need to replace my...

So it turns out that I need to replace my handlebar stem due to the recall....Dahon will ship the part but I would have to pay the shipping plus installation at the bike shop...could cost me $60...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-08-19, 04:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,191
Posted By drzdave58

i will be checking the serial # on mine

i will be checking the serial # on mine
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-08-19, 10:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,917
Posted By drzdave58

I like the looks of the down tube bikes except...

I like the looks of the down tube bikes except for the lever lock they use on the frame hinge...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-29-19, 08:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 778
Posted By drzdave58

You need to know the the size of the bottom...

You need to know the the size of the bottom bracket on the poroucho and the size of the bafang motor that will fit it. Bafang makes different sizes...I have seen bafang mid drive motors on that frame...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-28-19, 03:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,644
Posted By drzdave58

i think U could squeeze out that extra 10mm...

i think U could squeeze out that extra 10mm without any major problem couldnt you?
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-27-19, 11:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,191
Posted By drzdave58

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/15aa180b_1fc2_40bb_aaa7_406e187c4e88_362fa31bc0146ac9c607f416bc38f204023900c0.jpeg
Hey...I’m liking the mods you have done to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-23-19, 02:56 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 28,264
Posted By drzdave58

I was riding down a bike path the other day and a...

I was riding down a bike path the other day and a woman was up ahead kneeling in the grass off the path doing something...I didn’t think much of it and was moving along at a good clip cause it was a...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-23-19, 10:22 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,638
Posted By drzdave58

I think that’s a great choice for your wife at a...

I think that’s a great choice for your wife at a good price...she should get a lot of enjoyment from it...congratulations!
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-23-19, 08:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,247
Posted By drzdave58

Ever considered the quick release pedal?...pretty...

Ever considered the quick release pedal?...pretty reasonably priced on eBay...I may upgrade to them myself
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-23-19, 06:21 AM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 480,235
Posted By drzdave58

Taking a chance?

Ive never worn a helmet in 50 years of riding bikes for recreation/casual riding.ive never had a serious fall..I ride mostly bike paths now and don’t feel a helmet is necessary for the type of riding...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-20-19, 06:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,093
Posted By drzdave58

Nice bike!...wish they they made them with a belt...

Nice bike!...wish they they made them with a belt drive and 8 speed Shimano Alfine IGH
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-19-19, 10:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,066
Posted By drzdave58

They are ok...guess they will do ..after seeing a...

They are ok...guess they will do ..after seeing a tsr in person ....I was amazed at the complexity of the frame...price is justified I think
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-19-19, 06:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,066
Posted By drzdave58

Very cool bikes...I love the frames...the tsr...

Very cool bikes...I love the frames...the tsr with an Alfine 8 speed looks great but I thought the brakes could be a little better quality
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-15-19, 06:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,191
Posted By drzdave58

I paid $350 for it which I thought was ok...they...

I paid $350 for it which I thought was ok...they sell new for over $800...the dropouts are 120mm...I thought they would be more..
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-15-19, 09:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,191
Posted By drzdave58

Dahon curve d3

So...I came across this 2008 Dahon curve d3 in pretty much new condition and had to have it...my first folding bike and I absolutely love it!...rides solid and smooth ..love the 3speed sram hub...I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-10-19, 07:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,401
Posted By drzdave58

If I want exercise I take my commuter bike...I...

If I want exercise I take my commuter bike...I use my ebike just for pleasure...I ride my commuter bike for an hour in the mornings...afternoon and evening rides I take my ebike
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-24-18, 05:10 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 52,216
Posted By drzdave58

I just recently picked up this early 90s Worksman...

I just recently picked up this early 90s Worksman trike some guy was using on his farm...got it really cheap...gonna give it some much needed tlc...got it torn down and stripped the paint...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-27-18, 06:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,664
Posted By drzdave58

Lock

the casing is steel...but I suppose if the thief is prepared a good hit with a hammer to the alarm itself may silence it...not sure...this device probably will only deter less sophisticated...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-26-18, 08:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,664
Posted By drzdave58

Lock

well...I’m not relying just on the alarm lock...I also put another cable lock on it as well...Plus...i don’t really leave the bike unattended anywhere for very long...I figure the alarm could mainly...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-26-18, 10:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,664
Posted By drzdave58

Newlock bike alarm

I just picked up a newlock bike cable lock with alarm off amazon for $39.99....so far I’m likin it...bit of a learning curve but not that hard to use once u do it a few times...the alarm will wake...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-19-18, 07:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 546
Posted By drzdave58

Anti theft gps tracker

does anyone have experience with any of the anti theft gps devices on the market?...Has anyone used Sherlock Holmes or spybike ...can anyone recommend something that works well that they have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-18, 11:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,289
Posted By drzdave58

Rack

I’ve got an axiom flip flop rack with panniers,,I’m very happy with it so far...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-18, 10:24 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 9,859
Posted By drzdave58

Yes

i had a guy who was riding a harley Refer to my felt happy hour as “ scrap metal”....I said “excuse me...u got a problem with my bike?...u think your special cause u ride a Harley or what?”...anyway...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-16-18, 02:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,128
Posted By drzdave58

You

I aspire to be like u mike....👍🏻
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-15-18, 02:50 PM
Replies: 1,066
Views: 1,045,946
Posted By drzdave58

My ruff custom...

My ruff custom...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-15-18, 10:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,400
Posted By drzdave58

Kit

looks decent enough...getting it done locally is a big advantage if u have any issues with...good luck
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-12-18, 05:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,400
Posted By drzdave58

I would take a good look at the bafang mid drive...

I would take a good look at the bafang mid drive kits if I were you....I had one on my city bike and it was great...now I have it on my custom build...I’ve had no problems or issues with it...it...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-12-18, 10:41 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 51,695
Posted By drzdave58

Comfort

[QUOTE=MikeyMK;20612905]Yep, that's why I have an old 3-speed shopper bike in my fleet - totally upright riding position, slow, and utterly charming. On that I can just enjoy the world.[/QUOTE I’m...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-12-18, 07:14 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 51,695
Posted By drzdave58

Anyone who says your cheating on an ebike I is...

Anyone who says your cheating on an ebike I is obviously very ignorant...they are assuming because they only ride for exercise that so must be everyone else..I go to the gym everyday or ride my...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-07-18, 02:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,706
Posted By drzdave58

Ruff lucky frame custom build

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1852/85911ae1_e279_48af_b11d_14d37dd98286_161988bcbc2a1a54b4785a5a7a7a3869c3b3951d.jpeg
decided to take my bafang kit off my vanmoof and...
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