Originally Posted by
Phil_gretz
What is your intention for the bike? To own and ride? Then there is no question.
To re-sell? Then do the buyer a favor and replace the tape tastefully. That means no splatter pattern. Choose a contrasting shade, light grey or yellow, maybe an aqua blue.
I agree on the stem comment. Yikes. Any why the interrupter levers with no standard levers? This set-up takes away the natural "on the hoods" hand position that so many riders enjoy. Anyway, my thoughts.
This is my first fixed gear bike. I am missing not riding on the hoods a bit but it's not a deal killer. I am thinking about buying flat bars though.