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Old 12-06-16, 06:39 PM
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451 wheels & chainring issue

Originally Posted by pinholecam
I actually have this bike too and its good to see someone else post about it.

Mine's built to be cheap though since its a commute and I do just lock it outside while I go about other matters.

Raleigh MV8 by jenkwang, on Flickr

Stock shifter and deraileur.
60T chainring




His bike should ride great.
Stiff frame that feels like a road bike geometry.
Rather long wheel base makes the bike stable.

The pull ratio will be different, but it is certainly not a problem imo (YMMV)
The 20" wheels don't need as much to decelerate compared to 700c, so the brakes are no problems at all.

Hi, newbie here seeking help. I hv this mv8 and wondering if it can accommodate 451 wheelset. Also, I tried to change the stock crankset to litepro with 53t chainring but I think the chainline went off and regardless which length BB i use, the chain keeps slipping off either the smallest or biggest cog. It works fine with the stock 52t chainring and litepro crankset. Hence issue lies with the chainring. Any ideas anyone? Thanks
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