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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-08-11, 08:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,861
Posted By ontopcop

Good find on the Batavus, I just aquired a 'free'...

Good find on the Batavus, I just aquired a 'free' Batavus and have been updating it. Mine is a folder, not sure of the date, but now that I read the hub marking trick, I will soon know. My rear hub...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-08-11, 08:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,031
Posted By ontopcop

There is alot of stem left, I was actually...

There is alot of stem left, I was actually surprised to see how far up it would go till I reach the limit mark.
I'm thinking an orange paint job with white pinstripe.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-08-11, 08:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,031
Posted By ontopcop

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-08-11, 07:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,031
Posted By ontopcop

Update: I stopped off at the LBS that tuned-up...

Update: I stopped off at the LBS that tuned-up the Batavus and asked the mechanic if they had any 24.5mm bars stashed away anywhere, and explained to him the ordeal. He advised me to just buy 25.4mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-08-11, 06:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,031
Posted By ontopcop

The matching rusty file cabinet was a great find...

The matching rusty file cabinet was a great find as well, it actually is from an old bank and has a safe built in. I ran across a website yesterday from a custom tandem bike builder, I believe he has...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-07-11, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,031
Posted By ontopcop

I do understang the addage, measure twice... ...

I do understang the addage, measure twice...
The bike mechanic measured with his micrometer atleast 10 times and on various areas, 24.5mm is correct. I wish it was 25.4mm, I believe that is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-07-11, 06:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 900
Posted By ontopcop

24.5mm handlebars? Batavus Intercycle folding bike

I rode my newly aquired folder (Batavus Intercycle folding bike ) up to my LBS to purchase a new seat and handle bars. Turns out my the bars on my bike are 24.5mm, the mechanic checks his parts book...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-07-11, 06:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,031
Posted By ontopcop

24.5mm handlebars? Batavus Intercycle folding bike

I rode my newly aquired folder (Batavus Intercycle folding bike ) up to my LBS to purchase a new seat and handle bars. Turns out my the bars on my bike are 24.5mm, the mechanic checks his parts book...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-11, 05:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,251
Posted By ontopcop

I removed the chain guard, rear fender and...

I removed the chain guard, rear fender and luggage rack. went for a lil ride to the lbs, the front fender making some rattle, so, I will post on the road noise once i remove or tighten it down. i...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-11, 05:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,251
Posted By ontopcop

Thats a cool bike there, almost looks like it has...

Thats a cool bike there, almost looks like it has the same type of chain guard. I did just encounter a problem, i need to change out the bars at they are 24.5mm. I cant find bars for the bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-11, 06:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,251
Posted By ontopcop

It rides great, It needs some tweaking now, new...

It rides great, It needs some tweaking now, new seat and bars, and clean-up. Maybe a new paint job. Theres not any flex that I can tell, the handle bar stem is similiar to a road bike except way...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-06-11, 08:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,463
Posted By ontopcop

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-06-11, 08:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 942
Posted By ontopcop

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-11, 08:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,251
Posted By ontopcop

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-11, 07:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,251
Posted By ontopcop

I was definitly excited about the find on the...

I was definitly excited about the find on the rear hub. Three different people stopped me and asked me about the bike on the way out of the LBS. I will keep updates on her as I am able. I will try...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-06-11, 07:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,463
Posted By ontopcop

I was definitly excited about the find on the...

I was definitly excited about the find on the rear hub. Three different people stopped me and asked me about the bike on the way out of the LBS. I will keep updates on her as I am able. I will try...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-06-11, 04:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,463
Posted By ontopcop

I wasnt able to post pics at the time I was...

I wasnt able to post pics at the time I was needing this information, that would be why I gave the exact name and model of the bike. I decided to take the bike first thing this a.m. to my LBS. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-06-11, 04:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 942
Posted By ontopcop

I wasnt able to post pics at the time I was...

I wasnt able to post pics at the time I was needing this information, that would be why I gave the exact name and model of the bike. I decided to take the bike first thing this a.m. to my LBS. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-11, 04:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,251
Posted By ontopcop

I wasnt able to post pics at the time I was...

I wasnt able to post pics at the time I was needing this information, that would be why I gave the exact name and model of the bike. I decided to take the bike first thing this a.m. to my LBS. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-11, 12:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,251
Posted By ontopcop

Batavus Intercycle folding bike

Batavus Intercycle folding bike.
I aquired a free Batavus Intercycle folding bike. White in color, chrome fenders and has a luggage rack and chain guard. I replaced the tubes and tires ($50.00)....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-06-11, 12:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 942
Posted By ontopcop

Batavus Intercycle folding bike

Batavus Intecycle folding bike.
I aquired a free Batavus Intercycle folding bike. White in color, chrome fenders and has a luggage rack and chain guard. I replaced the tubes and tires ($50.00)....
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-05-11, 11:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,463
Posted By ontopcop

Batavus Intecycle folding bike.

I aquired a free Batavus Intercycle folding bike. White in color, chrome fenders and has a luggage rack. I replaced the tubes and tires ($50.00). Chain is kinked up in the chain guard and the right...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-10, 06:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,956
Posted By ontopcop

http://pictures.sprintpcs.com/mmps/004_2812f73fcd2...

http://pictures.sprintpcs.com/mmps/004_2812f73fcd2c9a71_1/2.2.jpg?partExt=.jpg&&&outquality=90&ext=.jpg&limitsize=615,500
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-10, 06:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,956
Posted By ontopcop

Pics! Well I anticipated this and I did take a...

Pics! Well I anticipated this and I did take a few with my phone and emailed them to myself, but for whatever reason, I'm not able to get them to post on these replies.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-10, 05:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,956
Posted By ontopcop

Pics, well I tried, but I couldnt get it to post....

Pics, well I tried, but I couldnt get it to post. I'll try again.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-10, 05:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,956
Posted By ontopcop

Is this a decent bike

I have recently aquired a new/used bike. I was wondering if anyone could tell me if they had ever heard of it, if its decent and what they think of the components. The bike itself is a Alpine Grand...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-10, 06:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,947
Posted By ontopcop

Well, my kids Citizens Tokyo came in. She loves...

Well, my kids Citizens Tokyo came in. She loves it. It was here just when the fed-ex delivery site said it would be. When it arrived, I immidiatly took the box to the LBS and dropped it off. $50.00...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-17-10, 06:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,001
Posted By ontopcop

I didnt realize that was a new web-site, it is...

I didnt realize that was a new web-site, it is nice tho. I ordered the Tokyo for my daughter, I just check the Fed-Ex tracking, it should be here soon. If I'm happy with the Tokyo, I will probly...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-12-10, 07:38 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 14,146
Posted By ontopcop

I've narrowed my search down between a Dahon,...

I've narrowed my search down between a Dahon, Downtube and the Citizens Gothic2. How does he like it, how well are the components holding up? Have you made any upgrades, or had problems upgrading?...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-10-10, 09:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,947
Posted By ontopcop

I'm not to familiar with the quality of...

I'm not to familiar with the quality of components, does the Citizens Gotham2 have decent components? And if any, what modifications does the Gotham2 look to need. Like everyone, I'm trying to buy...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-08-10, 08:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,947
Posted By ontopcop

Gotham2

Gotham2
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-08-10, 06:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,947
Posted By ontopcop

I've decided on the Citizens Tokyo for her,...

I've decided on the Citizens Tokyo for her, surprisingly she said wow, and picked the gray color. That said, I really like the Citizen Gotham. I've been debating between a Downtube Nova or a Dahon,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-08-10, 04:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,947
Posted By ontopcop

Thanks for all of the input from each and...

Thanks for all of the input from each and everyone. I will start my research...again.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-07-10, 09:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,947
Posted By ontopcop

Folders for kids

It is time to replace my 8 year old daughters 'Pink Wally-world special' now that she is off the training wheels. I'm not real impressed with the options available for her. And so, since I've been...
Forum: Recreational & Family
02-12-10, 01:15 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 27,071
Posted By ontopcop

For those of you considering purchasing an oc...

For those of you considering purchasing an oc spray and are worried about unintended targets do to wind or bad aim, look into buying a oc spray that sprays a foam.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-08-08, 09:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,076
Posted By ontopcop

And Dahons have theses?

And Dahons have theses?
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-08-08, 09:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,076
Posted By ontopcop

What is a generator hub?

What is a generator hub?
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-08-08, 08:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,076
Posted By ontopcop

I really appreciate all the advice, comments and...

I really appreciate all the advice, comments and so forth. I really do not know which bike to choose. It really bites not being able to put your hands on one before buying. With all of the replies, I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-08-08, 12:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,076
Posted By ontopcop

My use for the folder is to and from gym and...

My use for the folder is to and from gym and general riding around the neighborhood. 99% of my riding will be on area roads or bike path, but with a few excersions off the beaten path, the area...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-08, 07:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,076
Posted By ontopcop

Folderster, Thks, It is good to hear positive...

Folderster,
Thks, It is good to hear positive things.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-08, 05:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,076
Posted By ontopcop

Dahon speed 8, MU p8

Hello, new to the site and to folders. I've done as much research as my brain is on overload. I have decided on a Dahon, probobly the 2008 Speed 8. Why? I think it suits me and the type of...
Forum: Introductions
04-07-08, 04:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 168
Posted By ontopcop

Hello from Fort Worth, Texas

Joined the site recently. I've rode off and on ovet the years, looking to switch from road bike to a Dahon Speed 8. My riding is mainly for fitness and fun over a variety of terrain butnot to extreme...
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