Originally Posted by
abfahrt
A couple of things:
1.) Tires (wheels). Would need larger, more gripping tires. I am not sure what my limits are with current rimms
2.) There are times I like to ride a bit lower (body position). For sure, some more options to alternate would be nice.
3.) It could use a faster gear for paved trail/street use
4.) There are times when I doubt the strength of the internal gear hub. Certainly is finicky and requires lots of adjustment to keep it noise free (BTW. I don't have the belt, I have the chain option)
Put whatever width you want on the rims as long as the tires fit in your frame and give frame and brake clearance. For gearing you will need to count the number of teeth on your current gearing and compare that to whatever you are considering.
The best reason to buy a new bike is when you know exactly why your old bike is preventing you from doing what you want to do with it, and you know the new one will allow you to do what you want to do. Otherwise, any reason will suffice.LOL