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05-12-23, 02:15 AM
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Thanks for sharing! I might be able to find a threaded hole near the rear wheel dropout area to secure the mount.
The bottle cage holder is secured by 2 adjustable rubber bands, (think of Apple Watch's rubber strap), and it can be rotated slightly to the right before folding. So no problems.
Added product link:
https://www.amazon.sg/Bike-Bottle-Cage-Mounting-Black/dp/B08YYVJSKY/ref=asc_df_B08YYVJSKY/?tag=sgsmrtphshopg-22&linkCode=df0&hvadid=594361121456&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14569070634643835923&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqm t=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9062515&hvtargid=pla-1318696354477&psc=1
The bottle cage holder is secured by 2 adjustable rubber bands, (think of Apple Watch's rubber strap), and it can be rotated slightly to the right before folding. So no problems.
Added product link:
https://www.amazon.sg/Bike-Bottle-Cage-Mounting-Black/dp/B08YYVJSKY/ref=asc_df_B08YYVJSKY/?tag=sgsmrtphshopg-22&linkCode=df0&hvadid=594361121456&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14569070634643835923&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqm t=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9062515&hvtargid=pla-1318696354477&psc=1
I have no idea how sturdy it is but this looks to be an adaptor which you can mount on the drive side that will accept any standard rear light. Here is the link
Could be paired with Bumm or SON lights which are very small and light:
Could be paired with Bumm or SON lights which are very small and light:
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05-14-23, 02:34 PM
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Good evening,
Thank you all for your suggestions. I had the bike serviced at Fudges. It has been taken care of well, just a bit too much oil on the chain the rest was fine. I found replacement bulbs for the front dynamo light and I am now in the process of making my bike more commuting friendly. The bike has a rear rack with threads at the either end for M4 bolts. These locations would be ideal for wheels. Would anyone know which wheel set would fit? I have found wheels with M6 or bigger bearings but nothing with that diameter. Am I missing something?
Also I have tried to improve my approach to folding the bike but I am a bit worried that I always end up scratching the mudguards a bit. Would there be a trick to ensure that the rear mudguard does not touch the ground when folding? I am worried I might be damaging the screw that attaches it to the frame and I am definitely scratching the plastic "bavette" at its end.
Any tips will be greatly appreciated.
Good night!!
Thank you all for your suggestions. I had the bike serviced at Fudges. It has been taken care of well, just a bit too much oil on the chain the rest was fine. I found replacement bulbs for the front dynamo light and I am now in the process of making my bike more commuting friendly. The bike has a rear rack with threads at the either end for M4 bolts. These locations would be ideal for wheels. Would anyone know which wheel set would fit? I have found wheels with M6 or bigger bearings but nothing with that diameter. Am I missing something?
Also I have tried to improve my approach to folding the bike but I am a bit worried that I always end up scratching the mudguards a bit. Would there be a trick to ensure that the rear mudguard does not touch the ground when folding? I am worried I might be damaging the screw that attaches it to the frame and I am definitely scratching the plastic "bavette" at its end.
Any tips will be greatly appreciated.
Good night!!
05-15-23, 06:13 PM
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Hi there!
Before I installed the 2+2 rear rack, I used the bike with the Pacific cycles mudguards alone for a while.
Without the rear rack, the rear mudguard sits on the floor when folded, but the connecting plate that touches the floor is reinforced with a thick piece of plastic. Yes it might scratch if I push the bike, but it will not fall apart. I can only carry the bike around but no way to push it.
As for the front, you have to turn the handlebar slightly to the left before folding. You can check the above picture for reference.
Before I installed the 2+2 rear rack, I used the bike with the Pacific cycles mudguards alone for a while.
Without the rear rack, the rear mudguard sits on the floor when folded, but the connecting plate that touches the floor is reinforced with a thick piece of plastic. Yes it might scratch if I push the bike, but it will not fall apart. I can only carry the bike around but no way to push it.
As for the front, you have to turn the handlebar slightly to the left before folding. You can check the above picture for reference.
05-16-23, 04:11 AM
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05-16-23, 04:14 AM
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Hi there!
Before I installed the 2+2 rear rack, I used the bike with the Pacific cycles mudguards alone for a while.
Without the rear rack, the rear mudguard sits on the floor when folded, but the connecting plate that touches the floor is reinforced with a thick piece of plastic. Yes it might scratch if I push the bike, but it will not fall apart. I can only carry the bike around but no way to push it.
As for the front, you have to turn the handlebar slightly to the left before folding. You can check the above picture for reference.
Before I installed the 2+2 rear rack, I used the bike with the Pacific cycles mudguards alone for a while.
Without the rear rack, the rear mudguard sits on the floor when folded, but the connecting plate that touches the floor is reinforced with a thick piece of plastic. Yes it might scratch if I push the bike, but it will not fall apart. I can only carry the bike around but no way to push it.
As for the front, you have to turn the handlebar slightly to the left before folding. You can check the above picture for reference.
05-16-23, 04:46 AM
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For me, the best solution to roll the bike folded is not the easy wheels foot like he Ridea that I have on my titanium Birdy but the Riese & Müller folding rear rack as I have it on my Birdy 3 (unfortunately, this rack cannot be mounted on the titanium Birdy since there are no mounting points for it on the main frame).
05-16-23, 05:35 AM
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I have installed Ezywheels on my white Birdy before, IMHO they make the bike more stable when the rear wheel is tucked in.
However, for pushing around, I found it easier to push with the back wheel alone. I’ve since sold the Ezwheels.
However, for pushing around, I found it easier to push with the back wheel alone. I’ve since sold the Ezwheels.
05-16-23, 05:06 PM
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05-16-23, 06:20 PM
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Are you sure it’s M4? Brompto and Birdy are M6 and there are lots of wheels available for them. You may try to accommodate one version or another of Easy Wheels for Brompton from, say Litepro. They have bearings so technically if you will secure them they should work. Maybe local Brompton shop/service center can give it a try.
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05-16-23, 07:53 PM
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Stainless steel tubes 6mm OD and 4mm ID are common. Basically you cut a piece and make sleeve around M4 bolt for the 6mm wheel to sit on. However the situation is going to be precarious as it may be too easy to bend an M4 bolt under the weight of the bike.
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05-17-23, 12:02 AM
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I think you need this. However it's out of stock.
https://www.birdybicycle.com/product...lley-wheel-set
Edit: Found out that mobicbikes.com sells them at $45. You can try ordering from them.
https://www.birdybicycle.com/product...lley-wheel-set
Edit: Found out that mobicbikes.com sells them at $45. You can try ordering from them.
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05-17-23, 04:24 AM
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I think you need this. However it's out of stock.
https://www.birdybicycle.com/product...lley-wheel-set
Edit: Found out that mobicbikes.com sells them at $45. You can try ordering from them.
https://www.birdybicycle.com/product...lley-wheel-set
Edit: Found out that mobicbikes.com sells them at $45. You can try ordering from them.
Its much better to mount slim easy wheels for Brompton that are compatible with rear pannier mounting.
05-17-23, 04:49 AM
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Do you mean the remaining space (or length of the rack) becomes too short?
I’m using a 2+2 rack. Could mount the klickfix bag without problems.
I’m using a 2+2 rack. Could mount the klickfix bag without problems.
05-17-23, 05:23 AM
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He meant panniers, not the rack bag. I also removed spacers from my R&M Birdy Touring but used stock wheels. Have no issues with bags, tried panniers which were also no problem.
05-17-23, 12:10 PM
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Are you sure it’s M4? Brompto and Birdy are M6 and there are lots of wheels available for them. You may try to accommodate one version or another of Easy Wheels for Brompton from, say Litepro. They have bearings so technically if you will secure them they should work. Maybe local Brompton shop/service center can give it a try.
Unfolded bike
Folded bike.
I think that M4 bolts would work if short. I really cannot continue to carry it around like I am at the moment.
05-18-23, 03:17 PM
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Birdy RM - Old with broken frame
I have an old Birdy RM and the frame broke at the seat clamp. I've had in sitting in my closet for several years and I want to get rid of it. Generally, is there any market for any of the parts, wheels, seat post, handle bar, crank, etc? I was thinking of tearing it down and sell what I can or just dump the whole works. Anyone have thoughts on this?
This is a Birdy 7
It's not allowing me to post a photo since I'm a brand new member or I don't know how to use this forum. I have not been in a forum in a long time.
Thank you.
This is a Birdy 7
It's not allowing me to post a photo since I'm a brand new member or I don't know how to use this forum. I have not been in a forum in a long time.
Thank you.
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05-19-23, 03:47 AM
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It depends of the type of Birdy (1, 2, 3, monocoque or not...) and of its transmission (derailleur or IGH, number of speed, type of IGH...).
05-19-23, 03:50 AM
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If sites like eBay are out of question maybe you can show pictures to local bike shops/service shops, maybe they would be willing to take it for parts.
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Ebay is not out of the question. I just sold a bunch of tools...their fees are so high, plus they tie shipping into them. I will check the shops and see if there is any interest. Thank you
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Difference between Comfort and Sport stem?
I'm looking to buy a second hand Birdy Gen 3. I've test ridden one with a comfort stem and liked it. I've seen a second hand one with a sport stem. I know the difference in the number of degrees but could someone tell me how much further forward the sport stem is in cm/inches? I know this will be different depending on height of stem but any indication would be really helpful. Thanks.
06-06-23, 01:51 AM
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Comfort stem is 10 degrees while sport is 21. I believe it would be possible for you to calculate the distance based on stem hight you would use.