Originally Posted by
Mr.Toolbox
I have a question that I'd like to ask. When it comes to selling bikes do you find it easier to sell and make a profit if you convert the bike to a single speed bike?
10-speed bikes were never designed or engineered to function as single speed bikes.
What I find is that brake lever extensions - those turkey leg things that allow the rider to access the brakes close to the stem while sitting up on the bike instead of bending over to reach the levers - are a big plus. When riding and commuting in city it is vital for riders, especially shorter female riders, to sit up as tall as possible on the frame and be visible over the roof line of cars in traffic. Safety, comfort and confidence.
Even an old blister like this becomes very attractive if it has decent brake parts:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/qn1zik2la8...0copy.png?dl=0
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