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Forum: Touring
11-25-15, 10:59 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,350
Posted By MAK

I have a 2005 520 and I added a $20 stem riser. ...

I have a 2005 520 and I added a $20 stem riser. I also added a long steep (don't remember the angle) stem and I love it. I'll find a picture and send it.
Forum: Touring
06-01-15, 10:24 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,350
Posted By MAK

My 520 is 10-11 years old and has bar end...

My 520 is 10-11 years old and has bar end shifters. The bike you're looking at has down tube friction shifters. That doesn't look like the original crank as it is a double and is nameless.

I...
Forum: Touring
01-12-15, 11:46 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,350
Posted By MAK

I have a 2004 or 2005 with 45mm fenders and...

I have a 2004 or 2005 with 45mm fenders and Continental Top Contact 37mm tires. I might be able to fit slightly wider tires but would have to raise the fenders to their limit. I'm not sure and...
Forum: Touring
08-30-14, 12:47 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,350
Posted By MAK

Yes I do have a 36 rear so the gear inches would...

Yes I do have a 36 rear so the gear inches would be 17.6" v. 20.8" both pretty low.

Thanks for your response.
Forum: Touring
08-29-14, 11:20 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,350
Posted By MAK

I've decided to replace the cranks on my 2004...

I've decided to replace the cranks on my 2004 520. I'd be going from a 105 crankset that's 52-39-28 (the small ring was replaced) to either the Deore M590 at 48-36-26 or the Deore XT M770 at either...
Forum: Touring
03-11-14, 05:51 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,350
Posted By MAK

You're absolutely right about the saddle height. ...

You're absolutely right about the saddle height. This was the seller's picture. The seat is also tipped too far up. I may need a few spacers, but the fit will be made right.

Thanks for the...
Forum: Touring
03-10-14, 09:10 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,350
Posted By MAK

I'm a happy guy. I just joined the 520 club. A...

I'm a happy guy. I just joined the 520 club. A member sold this at a great price and even threw in an Ortlieb handlebar bag and set of Ortlieb Bike Packer panniers. It's at the LBS getting a...
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