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Forum: Electric Bikes
04-09-23, 01:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 421
Posted By The Big Wheel

Electric Sun Seeker EZ-Sport AX

I'm thinking about electrifying my Sun Seeker EZ-Sport AX with a front motor hub, a Bafang 48V 500w to be more precise. The bike is all aluminum so I'm thinking of getting a chrome fork from the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-06-23, 06:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,982
Posted By The Big Wheel

Mongoose Blackcomb from Walmart. $349 ...

Mongoose Blackcomb from Walmart. $349

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Mongoose-Blackcomb-Mountain-Bike-26-inch-wheels-24-speeds-Black-Men-s/55376961

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnC9aO1GedI

...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-05-23, 06:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,051
Posted By The Big Wheel

Buying Used Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0

I found a used 2019 Specialized Turbo Vado 3.0 for sale and was wondering if I should buy it, new it was about $3,500 and the guy wants $2,000.

Is there anything I should look out for? The listing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-12-22, 07:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 198
Posted By The Big Wheel

Gears Not Changing Correctly

My bike is a 1 x 7 speed. Every time I go up (or down) a gear, say from 4 to 5, it will click and not work properly until I click the gear shifter in the opposite direction I just went.

It sounds...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-22, 07:33 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 5,969
Posted By The Big Wheel

I think it depends on where you live. In New...

I think it depends on where you live. In New Your city no way but here in Michigan no one ever uses the sidewalks and riding on a major street (not a neighborhood street with 25mph speed) you will...
Forum: Recumbent
04-22-22, 06:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,553
Posted By The Big Wheel

I run the tires at 100 PSI (that's what the tires...

I run the tires at 100 PSI (that's what the tires say). Would you happen to have a photo of the stays at the rear and front? I don't think I know what you mean when you say that.
Forum: Recumbent
04-22-22, 07:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,553
Posted By The Big Wheel

Sun Seeker EZ-Sport AX Widest Tires

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1333/ez_sport_cx_blue_69324_sun_seeker_recumbents_4a2a3c8300ab49b666c660215a156305753ffb28.jpg
The stock tires are:

Front 20×1.50
...
Forum: Recumbent
04-19-22, 02:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,329
Posted By The Big Wheel

Back Rest/Cushion for Recumbent Bike

I recently bought a recumbent bike and would like to buy a proper back cushion since the stock one is a bit firm, especially on the sides where the material stretches over. Here is the bike:

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-22, 06:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 462
Posted By The Big Wheel

I bought the bike off some guy on Craigslist. In...

I bought the bike off some guy on Craigslist. In the meantime, I just bought this wheel stabilizer so the tall handlebars will have a less chance of turning when parked.

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-22, 04:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 462
Posted By The Big Wheel

Dual Kickstand

I have a Suneeker EZ-SPORT CX and am looking for a dual kickstand as the long length of the bike has caused it to fall down on several occasions.

Right now it comes with a single kickstand that...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-17-22, 08:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,500
Posted By The Big Wheel

Lightbulb Advice On Rear Brushless Motor

I currently have a BAFANG 48V 500W Front Hub Motor that I installed on my Yuba Mundo. I went with a front kit on this bike for better weight distribution since it's a cargo bike, the front forks are...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-10-21, 01:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,884
Posted By The Big Wheel

Bike Computer Tire Calculation

I have a Sigma BC 8.12 hard wired bike computer that I just installed on my two wheel 'bent which has a 20" front tire and 26" rear tire.

According to the wheel chart that came with the computer...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-21, 06:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 687
Posted By The Big Wheel

Cassette vs Freewheel, I Can't Tell.

Just like the title says, I'm trying to determine if my rear wheel has a cassette or freewheel. I looked it up online and read about the difference and still can't tell. I even watched half a dozen...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-21, 11:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 445
Posted By The Big Wheel

Thanks everyone for the advice. So to make sure I...

Thanks everyone for the advice. So to make sure I understand this...the smaller the first number, the higher the top end speed?

11-28 has higher speed than 14-28 (all things being equal).

The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-21, 07:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 445
Posted By The Big Wheel

Advice on Front Chainring

I have a Yuba Mundo Classic bike and need advice on front chainring.

https://electricbikereview.com/forums/attachments/yuba-mundo-7-speed-orange-m-1607or-jpg.94735/


Before I got the motor kit...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-21, 11:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 817
Posted By The Big Wheel

Wire Cutter

I just bought a pair of SKS P65 Chromoplastic Longboard Bicycle Fenders and am looking to cut the metal stays that connect to the fenders to make them fit.

What kind of wire cutter do I need? I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-21, 01:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 416
Posted By The Big Wheel

After read this article I am going to be...

After read this article I am going to be purchasing the 2.15" version.

https://www.lightbicycle.com/newsletter/tire-size-chart-for-bicycle-rim.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-21, 07:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 416
Posted By The Big Wheel

Will This Tire Fit on This Rim?

I'm going to be purchasing Bafang 500w front electric kit that comes with a rim stating that it will fit a tire 1.5" to 2.25" (second photo in the link below)
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-26-21, 06:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,498
Posted By The Big Wheel

Front Hub Motor on a Cargo Bike?

I have a Yuba Mundo cargo bicycle that I am going to be turning into an electric bicycle. I first wanted to buy the BBSHD kit for it but decided not to because I don't want to deal with the...
Forum: Commuting
05-16-21, 10:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,689
Posted By The Big Wheel

Soid Full Fenders for 2.5 inch tire.

I have a Yuba Mundo Classico and I'm going to be purchasing a set of Hookworms in 2.5" (63.5 mm) size but I can't seem to find fenders that are wide enough for full tire coverage. Any ideas?
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-06-21, 05:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,972
Posted By The Big Wheel

Is 72V Safe?

I have a cargo bike, a Yuba Mundo Classic, it's 7 feet long and I'm thinking of going with a rear hub 72V 2000 watt motor and 72V battery. I keep reading how some members are saying that 52V is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-21, 12:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,057
Posted By The Big Wheel

What’s the difference between the cassette and freewheel?

What’s the difference between the cassette and freewheel?


I'm about to build an electric bike and the seller wants to know if my rear tire has a cassette or freewheel for the gears.


The...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-27-21, 11:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,026
Posted By The Big Wheel

Post Bafang BBSHD Mid Drive Maintenance

So after years of research and thinking about going to the dark side I'm finally made up my mind and I'm going to be installing the Bafang BBSHD kit on my cargo bike. How often (in miles) do you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-21, 11:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,105
Posted By The Big Wheel

Update: Thanks everyone for the advice. I...

Update:

Thanks everyone for the advice. I only glanced at the brake but now that I inspected it more closely what happened was that near the brake lever, where there is that small silver cylinder...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-21, 12:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,105
Posted By The Big Wheel

Rear Brake Sticks

I'm trying to tune a bike with rim brakes. When I pull the right lever on the handlebars the rear brake engages...but then it doesn't let go, I have to pull the brake lever manually back up again to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-20, 07:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,882
Posted By The Big Wheel

My Bontrager H2 Hard-Case Lite Hybrid Tire came...

My Bontrager H2 Hard-Case Lite Hybrid Tire came in today, took it straight to my local bike shop that's like half a mile from my house.

Get this, they are all out of 700x35 tubes LOL. Of course...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-20, 01:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,882
Posted By The Big Wheel

All of the Bontrager H2 Hard-Case Lite Hybrid...

All of the Bontrager H2 Hard-Case Lite Hybrid Tires 700 x 35s are out of stock everywhere. My guy at the local Trek store said they have been waiting months for them! What are the pros/cons of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-20, 05:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 504
Posted By The Big Wheel

Will a Thinner Tire Fit?

I have an old mountain bike that I use to commute to work. It came stock with 26 x 2.3 knobby tires. I have been using hybrid 26 x 1.95 tires for years on it but lately came across a new tire that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-20, 01:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,882
Posted By The Big Wheel

I use my bike to commute to work mostly, 6 miles...

I use my bike to commute to work mostly, 6 miles each way. I'm looking for a tire that has speed and comfort. Basically like the tire I had before it got punctured.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-20, 12:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,882
Posted By The Big Wheel

Advice On New Tire

I've been biking for over 20 years and finally got my first flat due to a nail puncture. The nail went all the way through tire, tube, and made a small dent in the rim.

My bike is a Trek FX1 and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-20, 05:48 AM
Replies: 408
Views: 26,383
Posted By The Big Wheel

Listening to headphones while riding your bike is...

Listening to headphones while riding your bike is a great way to damage your hearing forever. When riding your bike at 15mph + there is a lot of wind noise, even with sound isolating earbuds, so you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-20, 05:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,489
Posted By The Big Wheel

What happened to this forum? There seems to be a...

What happened to this forum? There seems to be a huge decline since the 2000s. I noticed this with other forums like bodybuilding and photography. I know people are now on facebook and IG but they...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-20, 06:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,489
Posted By The Big Wheel

Quiet Helmets in 2020

What are some of quiet helmets during this decade? I know the S-Works McLaren TT by Specialized is good but it's a TT helmet and from the reviews I've read the owners don't like it much and only...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-20, 06:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 882
Posted By The Big Wheel

When peddling how high does your thigh go? Does...

When peddling how high does your thigh go? Does it go past horizontal when you peddle all the way up?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-20, 07:57 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,161
Posted By The Big Wheel

I have 4 bikes. My first one that I've had for...

I have 4 bikes. My first one that I've had for over 15 years is a Walmart Mongoose Blackcomb, it's almost 40 pounds. I'm keeping this bike because it's nice to use in winter and I don't care much for...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-22-20, 06:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 475
Posted By The Big Wheel

Sigma Sport BC8.12 8 Function Bicycle Computer

I need to get another Sigma Sport BC8.12 8 Function Bicycle Computer and it's stock out of everywhere. Has the model been discontinued, if so what is the new model #?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-20, 08:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,722
Posted By The Big Wheel

How about the Allez Sport? ...

How about the Allez Sport?

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/allez-sport/p/171312?color=274122-171312&searchText=90020-6161
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-20-20, 06:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,599
Posted By The Big Wheel

BBS02 on Mongoose Blackcomb

Will BBSO2 fit on a Mongoose Blackcomb? I ask because I don't know if the shock is to close to the pedals.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-20, 06:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,821
Posted By The Big Wheel

Thanks everyone for the advice and laughs. It's...

Thanks everyone for the advice and laughs. It's interesting to see the difference on advice given between old members and noob members.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-20, 06:22 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 13,804
Posted By The Big Wheel

I like the idea of wearing a VET jersey. It...

I like the idea of wearing a VET jersey. It might deter people from yelling from the passenger side when they see you wearing one. I've got one better. Get yourself two of the brightest rear lights...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-19-20, 06:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,567
Posted By The Big Wheel

Don't most brands like Specialized and Trek offer...

Don't most brands like Specialized and Trek offer XS bike sizes? I have a Trek XL so I don't see why they wouldn't offer XS.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-20, 06:00 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,065
Posted By The Big Wheel

I tried the cat ears and they don't work very...

I tried the cat ears and they don't work very well if you wear glasses. I also tried noise cancelling ear buds and they work a bit but there is still a loud whooshing sound.

I think I might try...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-20, 07:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,821
Posted By The Big Wheel

Removing Brand Name From Bike

Thinking of getting a new bike but I don't feel like advertising to the thiefs, if I get this bike is the SPECIALIZED a sticker or painted on? How hard would it to take off?...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-20, 08:51 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,065
Posted By The Big Wheel

What are some of the quietest helmets on the...

What are some of the quietest helmets on the market these days that won't break the bank?
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-17-20, 05:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,567
Posted By The Big Wheel

Just from my own experience owning a mountain...

Just from my own experience owning a mountain bike and a commuter bike with no front or rear suspension, I plan on putting an electric motor on the mountain bike. Just comparing the ride between the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-17-20, 05:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,419
Posted By The Big Wheel

52v Luna Wolf Pup Battery Pack

I'm thinking of finally building an electric bike using the BBS02 motor and would like some advice on the52v Luna Wolf Pup Battery Pack.
Here are the specs on it: https://lunacycle.com/wolf-pup/
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-20, 08:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,357
Posted By The Big Wheel

Specialized Allez VS Allez Sport (2020 models)

I recently got interested in looking into getting a road bike for commuting to work and came upon a thread about the best under $1,000 bike and it mentioned the Specialized Allez. I found a TREK 5200...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-20, 05:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,541
Posted By The Big Wheel

Well, that sold quickly. Guy wanted $500 and it...

Well, that sold quickly. Guy wanted $500 and it was listed for about 12 hours.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-20, 10:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,541
Posted By The Big Wheel

2004 Trek 5200 Carbon Speed

I currently own a TREK FX1, 2018 model, I average almost 14mph but can do 20mph without a sweat if the road is smooth and long and can hit 25mph for short bursts (like 30 seconds). A local guy is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-20, 07:11 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,859
Posted By The Big Wheel

Also, you could get a tiny lock (the one that you...

Also, you could get a tiny lock (the one that you use on your suitcase while flying) and put it inside two of your chain links to prevent the chain from spinning. I saw a photo of it on here but...
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