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Forum: Folding Bikes
03-06-24, 04:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 473
Posted By tomtomtom123

Speed TR frame could not fit 2.15 tires with...

Speed TR frame could not fit 2.15 tires with mudguards. I don't know if it would fit with the mudguards removed.
02-21-24, 03:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 609
Posted By tomtomtom123

I tried the MUC off no puncture inner tube...

I tried the MUC off no puncture inner tube sealant which is similar to slime. It clogged my valve on the second day and caused a slow overnight leak for 2 days. But after reinflating several times,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-21-24, 02:27 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,381
Posted By tomtomtom123

If you go to 13-34 cogs, you may consider also...

If you go to 13-34 cogs, you may consider also going to 48t chainring. This will drop all gears by 10%, somewhere between 0.6-1.0 of a gear. And then you wouldn't need to change the chain length....
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-19-24, 01:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,182
Posted By tomtomtom123

If the frame is fine, you could simply swap the...

If the frame is fine, you could simply swap the upgraded parts yourself, like the drivetrain. Actually that's just about all that you can do, except tires, saddle, grips, maybe wheels.

Just make...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-17-24, 02:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 172
Posted By tomtomtom123

You can get individual cogs from Miche. This is...

You can get individual cogs from Miche. This is the screenshot from the 12 speed, but they also have 11, 10, 9...
02-14-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,098
Posted By tomtomtom123

If you have 11 speed 14-30, it would help if you...

If you have 11 speed 14-30, it would help if you listed the actual cogs that you have arranged.

It's really difficult to tell what you're actually asking about. Looking at Shimano cs-r8000, if you...
02-13-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,098
Posted By tomtomtom123

I assembled my own 10 speed by mixing 2 sets,...

I assembled my own 10 speed by mixing 2 sets, 12-13-14-15-17-19-21-24-28-34

If I ever go to 11 speed, id probably do the same arrangement as my 10 speed but add a 16t.

Miche offers you the...
02-13-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 548
Posted By tomtomtom123

Shimano FC-R3030-CG and FC-5703 have 130/74 BCD 5...

Shimano FC-R3030-CG and FC-5703 have 130/74 BCD 5 bolt.

There are 2 other models if you check the catalogs with 110/74 with asymmetric 4 bolts.

I have a sugino OX 110/74 BCD 5 bolt double.
02-12-24, 04:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 548
Posted By tomtomtom123

There are some old/new stock of 25t oval that I...

There are some old/new stock of 25t oval that I might give a try. I guess it would feel like 24-26 at the recovery and power phase. 8.3%
02-12-24, 04:16 AM
02-12-24, 04:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 548
Posted By tomtomtom123

Thanks but without ramps or pins, it will be...

Thanks but without ramps or pins, it will be difficult for the chain to shift from 24t to 44t on a double, which is what I currently have on TA Specialities chainrings.
02-05-24, 04:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 548
Posted By tomtomtom123

Where can I find oval chainring in 44T 110BCD 5 bolt for middle/outer position?

I want to put an oval chainring on my double crank 74/110, which has both chainrings on the inner side of the spider flange.
I want 44T, for 110BCD 5 bolt.

Where can I find one?

The problem is...
07-27-23, 09:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 922
Posted By tomtomtom123

I called the shop and they said it was safe and...

I called the shop and they said it was safe and that it won't break, although they admit that it is short.
They said they did calculate the spoke lengths themselves but didn't explain why they're...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-27-23, 02:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,064
Posted By tomtomtom123

This is their second version of the hinge design....

This is their second version of the hinge design. But I think the main difference is only the engagement of the teeth on the "jaws". I think the teeth are now hidden behind a flange to reduce chance...
07-26-23, 07:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 922
Posted By tomtomtom123

Assuming I use the wheel as it is, if a few...

Assuming I use the wheel as it is, if a few spokes/nipples broke, can I replace the spokes with longer ones or only with the same length? They're double butted 2/1.8/2. The difference of 2mm length...
07-26-23, 07:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 922
Posted By tomtomtom123

I built the old wheel. I didn't have time to swap...

I built the old wheel. I didn't have time to swap the rim, and I already sold my truing stand along with most of the other personal items in the apartment before I realize that the rim wear was quite...
07-26-23, 07:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 922
Posted By tomtomtom123

They build trikes and other things, and provide...

They build trikes and other things, and provide wheels to other local bike companies, so they specialize in small wheels and have a large stock of spokes.

It won't be a problem even if there's no...
07-26-23, 07:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 922
Posted By tomtomtom123

The problem is not a couple of threads. It's that...

The problem is not a couple of threads. It's that the threads don't engage the nipple head.

The tour coincides with giving up the apartment and everything inside it, and quitting work so I didn't...
07-26-23, 07:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 922
Posted By tomtomtom123

The website doesn't have an option to select no...

The website doesn't have an option to select no length. Maybe it's an oversight on the web design. I thought the service description meant they would measure and select the right parts, but it might...
07-26-23, 05:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 922
Posted By tomtomtom123

I was thinking that possibly the new hub has...

I was thinking that possibly the new hub has thicker flanges compared to the old, causing a greater discrepancy in length between the leading and trailing spokes on the non drive side. But I can't...
07-26-23, 05:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 922
Posted By tomtomtom123

Spokes too short? What to do?

I asked a shop to build a new wheel for me. They did it really fast and shipped it to me in 2 days, as I'm going on a long tour on Monday and I noticed that the rear brake walls were worn and I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-21-23, 09:04 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,064
Posted By tomtomtom123

I'm interested to know whether the newer hinge...

I'm interested to know whether the newer hinge design without the serrated teeth and a recessed edge, has any benefit over the older design, other than ingress of water/dirt.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-23, 07:02 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,064
Posted By tomtomtom123

And how about you actually share the video too? I...

And how about you actually share the video too? I don't see it in your post.

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1558x691/asdf_5d86f85742732e8df03fb047e14038ec2242f94d.jpg
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-23, 06:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,064
Posted By tomtomtom123

If you look at both of my posts, I did share the...

If you look at both of my posts, I did share the video, so I'm not sure what you mean.
There is a bug in the forums that hides the iFrame of youtube videos in the post, and then if you try to edit...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-18-23, 04:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 452
Posted By tomtomtom123

Germany. But the German dealer says they don't...

Germany. But the German dealer says they don't have any available.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-18-23, 01:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 452
Posted By tomtomtom123

Where can I buy a Dahon front fork in Europe?

I need a replacement front fork with a threaded 111mm length steerer tube, 28.5mm (1-1/8) diameter, for 406mm rim with 74mm OLD, for a Speed frame.
The original cracked at the threads at the bottom...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-18-23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,064
Posted By tomtomtom123

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1563/untitled_1_jpga_985d12e2e03b608b91680e358c10dd6b21a90fdb.jpg

https:// youtu .be/ 9w23adDuEmM
https:// youtu .be/ ibLo7sYruow
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-18-23, 01:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,064
Posted By tomtomtom123

Dahon Launch second generation hinge

It seems that Dahon has a new version of the Launch hinge. Instead of the serrated engagement teeth that extends all the way to the exterior of the hinge, it is now smooth teeth and is hidden...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-23, 04:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,573
Posted By tomtomtom123

Youtube video not showing in the previous post ...

Youtube video not showing in the previous post

https ://youtu.be/lbo93_yb9ME

https://youtu.be/lbo93_yb9ME
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-23, 04:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,573
Posted By tomtomtom123

New model Dahon mini 349 bike

Dahon seems to have a new model called the mini 349, which looks similar to the K3 Plus, but with 349 rims, possibly deltec tension cable (website doesn't show it, but the press release has it), and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-24-23, 04:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 830
Posted By tomtomtom123

New model Dahon Mini 349 bike

Dahon seems to have a new model called the mini 349, which looks similar to the K3 Plus, but with 349 rims, possibly deltec tension cable (website doesn't show it, but the press release has it), and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-01-22, 06:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,523
Posted By tomtomtom123

It seems strange to me that the Dahon EU website...

It seems strange to me that the Dahon EU website lists both the Launch D8 and K3 Plus, but I haven't found them for sale in EU stores.
12-01-22, 06:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,077
Posted By tomtomtom123

I asked support again if they could explain if...

I asked support again if they could explain if and how the home altitude affects calibration and measurement, and the reply was:


The explanation didn't make sense to me, and doesn't answer how...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-30-22, 04:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,523
Posted By tomtomtom123

Also, I thought the steerer tube length was...

Also, I thought the steerer tube length was longer on Tern compared to Dahon, so I'm not sure how this fork they're selling is supposed to be compatible with both.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-30-22, 04:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,523
Posted By tomtomtom123

I remember seeing a website that was selling...

I remember seeing a website that was selling replacement front forks for Dahon bikes that could fit 100mm hubs with disc brakes. They were selling also on ebay.

Here it is on ebay:...
11-30-22, 06:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,077
Posted By tomtomtom123

Well I think I figured it out. The home altitude...

Well I think I figured it out. The home altitude didn't seem to affect the altitude reading after 24 hours.

But if I go into the altitude quick settings by pressing and holding the left B button,...
11-30-22, 05:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,077
Posted By tomtomtom123

I just got a 14.0 (I guess 2020 vs 2016) but I...

I just got a 14.0 (I guess 2020 vs 2016) but I assume the way that Altitude works hasn't changed since 14.16. I'm still confused what the home altitude does. Let's say my real altitude at my home is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-11-22, 05:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,710
Posted By tomtomtom123

Some people are stronger than others and need...

Some people are stronger than others and need lower gear ranges.

I see that you have used 18" as your nominal diameter, but if you actually sit on the bike and measure the distance traveled per...
09-08-22, 12:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 239
Posted By tomtomtom123

Some chainrings are thicker than others by around...

Some chainrings are thicker than others by around +/-1mm to 2mm from the outside face to the inside of the ramps. The thicker ramps may catch the chain faster by reducing the gap to the middle...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-08-22, 03:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,710
Posted By tomtomtom123

The highest gear 72.6" is only used a few minutes...

The highest gear 72.6" is only used a few minutes per ride, so it's not really a problem.

The 14" is also used only a few minutes when going up ramps. I haven't used it in hilly places but I would...
09-07-22, 12:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 758
Posted By tomtomtom123

Yes it works, off the bike. I have to lubricate,...

Yes it works, off the bike. I have to lubricate, reassemble the casing, and put it back on the bike with a new cable. I frayed the old cable cutting off the end cap. I'll finish tomorrow.
09-07-22, 12:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 758
Posted By tomtomtom123

You can see how the spring isn't a nice 3 layer...

You can see how the spring isn't a nice 3 layer coil anymore. The coils are crossing each other because of the greater operating angle (more tension) due to the shorter length of the wire, and also...
09-07-22, 12:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 758
Posted By tomtomtom123

Here is a photo of the result. ...

Here is a photo of the result.


https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1644/cs_198b4589d78133b2bfd2b2475da3e3d143b37273.jpg
09-07-22, 11:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 758
Posted By tomtomtom123

I was able to push off the retainer clip with...

I was able to push off the retainer clip with small tweezers by pressing on the open end. I bent the end of the torsion spring and was able to get it working again, but because it's operating at a...
09-07-22, 10:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 758
Posted By tomtomtom123

The tip is broken off. I guess I could just bend...

The tip is broken off. I guess I could just bend from the remaining end, but then it may exceed the max operating angle.

But first I need to get the retaining clip off. It's extremely small. Those...
09-07-22, 09:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 758
Posted By tomtomtom123

Replacing broken torsion spring in Shimano SL-4700 10 speed shifter

The torsion spring that keeps the ratchet paw engaged for the releasing lever (upshifting) broke. You can see the broken tip in the photo with the green arrow.
What's the possibility of finding a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-07-22, 09:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,710
Posted By tomtomtom123

I have a 20" wheel with the Shimano RD-4700-GS...

I have a 20" wheel with the Shimano RD-4700-GS which has a 41T capacity. I use a 12-34T cassette with custom cogs and 24/44 double chainrings. Total chain length is 42T. So small-small will drag on...
09-06-22, 08:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,141
Posted By tomtomtom123

I had the 4700 FD, and the trim did help prevent...

I had the 4700 FD, and the trim did help prevent chain rub big-small. I can't remember about small-big, because I have a 44/24 double with a 20t jump, so the chain starts rubbing on the big chainring...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-14-22, 03:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 432
Posted By tomtomtom123

Any real world experience with Dahon launch d8?

Is the hinge design much more stable than the other v-hinge, vice grip designs? Less flexing?
does the tension cable actually help?

What's the reason for the 1kg extra weight compared to other...
02-02-22, 12:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,343
Posted By tomtomtom123

Have you tried disassembling the covers to take a...

Have you tried disassembling the covers to take a look inside? I'm curious how the planet carrier and outer ring are held together and spaced to prevent rubbing on the housings, the area that you...
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