tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post252720043363758415..comments2024-03-29T09:27:45.305+08:00Comments on Hands On Bike: Part 4: Cheap Bikes vs Premium Bikes: What is the Difference?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-81478385203578968452020-10-04T23:08:17.470+08:002020-10-04T23:08:17.470+08:00Thanks for the guidance Steve!
Went to mybikeshop...Thanks for the guidance Steve! <br />Went to mybikeshop for bike assessment. Remove the freehub and turns out bearing and all still in good condition. Nothing broken. Clunking sound only appear when riding up slope or pedal hard or when in smallest cog. Already replace new chain.Will have them to check and pin point the source of the sound. Will update you again. <br />Thanks again!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16155822425174510561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-89424382411201877692020-10-04T07:29:51.988+08:002020-10-04T07:29:51.988+08:00There are many good replacement wheelsets, Wheelsp...There are many good replacement wheelsets, Wheelsports is one of them.<br />Changing to 451 wheels will require new tires, inner tubes, brakes. Depending on the frame, will need new V brakes or caliper brakes. tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-83351269134227419652020-10-04T01:16:11.992+08:002020-10-04T01:16:11.992+08:00Thanks Steve.
Im using the stock Kinetix Comp whee...Thanks Steve.<br />Im using the stock Kinetix Comp wheelset. Any recommendation of wheelset to replace? <br />And if i want to upgrade to 451, do I need to replace the whole brake set as well? Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16155822425174510561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-88832428881892630462020-09-26T21:29:19.356+08:002020-09-26T21:29:19.356+08:00It will be tricky to reuse spokes as the length is...It will be tricky to reuse spokes as the length is likely different with a different hub. The rim is not really special as well. Just get a new wheelset instead, if the hub is spoilt.<br />Normally people will keep the hub to reuse if it is a good hub, but in your case the hub is spoilt. tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-82806037720198311252020-09-26T20:13:53.987+08:002020-09-26T20:13:53.987+08:00Hi, my rear hub on my tern verge p20 already produ...Hi, my rear hub on my tern verge p20 already produce sound (like broken bearing) when I place it on bike stand and coasting. I would like to upgrade(instead of repair) the rear hub but I need to reinstall all the spoke right? Any recommendation of what hub to upgrade with minimum effort? Like need to change the whole wheelset if need be. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16155822425174510561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-44492429947810571692017-02-04T21:30:42.588+08:002017-02-04T21:30:42.588+08:00If you don't plan on reusing the bearings, yes...If you don't plan on reusing the bearings, yes you can just knock them out anyhow.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-84054230161664395172017-02-04T21:21:45.165+08:002017-02-04T21:21:45.165+08:00Thanks for replying! This morning somenone in the ...Thanks for replying! This morning somenone in the bikeshop showed me how to knock them out from the inside using a small screwdriver from oppositie sides. Pretty easy, actually! :-) <br />Ps If you tap in the new ones, make sure to use an object that matches the bearing and only touches the outer ring.Joost van der Sluijshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07404034694417881527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-3824786325022558592017-02-04T08:12:55.169+08:002017-02-04T08:12:55.169+08:00You need to press out the original bearings from t...You need to press out the original bearings from the hub with a special tool, and replace with the same sized bearings. Can check with bearing shop or bike shop.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-78442258479228518342017-02-04T03:51:03.178+08:002017-02-04T03:51:03.178+08:00Hi, I have the same cartridge bearings as showen a...Hi, I have the same cartridge bearings as showen above (for Tern). I just purchased 2 new ones, because they are a bit loose now. Does anyone know how to replace them? Thanks a lot !<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Joost van der Sluijshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07404034694417881527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-54132989540975413642016-11-09T00:27:40.287+08:002016-11-09T00:27:40.287+08:00You need to remove the tires and adjust the spoke ...You need to remove the tires and adjust the spoke nipples using a screwdriver from the holes on the rim. tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-87651482694521422212016-11-09T00:12:12.434+08:002016-11-09T00:12:12.434+08:00hi, i have a set of kinetix pro on my mu sl and ne...hi, i have a set of kinetix pro on my mu sl and need to tru those wheels. what tool should i use since it needs to be done inside the rim. i have been looking for tools but not luck so far. thanksmarc-anoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-71533476148481558942016-10-11T12:46:58.735+08:002016-10-11T12:46:58.735+08:00Depends on whether the hub is a new 11 speed hub o...Depends on whether the hub is a new 11 speed hub or not. If it came on a new Mu SLX which is 1x11 speed then it will fit. Else you have to see if there is indication on the freehub body that states 11 speed. tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-67903969490080039512016-10-11T12:03:21.904+08:002016-10-11T12:03:21.904+08:00Hi steve, could u advice if dura ace 9000 11sp cas...Hi steve, could u advice if dura ace 9000 11sp cassette could fit a kinetix pro freehub body?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16943920371630988073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-29047609194776036462014-09-04T17:59:40.291+08:002014-09-04T17:59:40.291+08:00This is a fair comparison between different grades...This is a fair comparison between different grades of folding bike. I don't think you ride a folding bike yourself. They can be capable of long distance rides and for touring, basically anything except offroad. If you are satisfied with basic folding bikes, good for you. Premium bikes are nicer to ride and can be used for so many more purposes other than short trips. tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-15010065873234423922014-09-04T11:08:35.132+08:002014-09-04T11:08:35.132+08:00This is bias shitty comparison, leading to dahon a...This is bias shitty comparison, leading to dahon all the time without fair emphasize on aloeca. Folding bike are purely short leisure rides and commute. Fairly decent FBs are good enough rather than premiums. It's all about usage. You don't wear hiking shoes in bathroo are you?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-91041828461039629542014-03-26T16:19:51.955+08:002014-03-26T16:19:51.955+08:00No matter your rear hub is freewheel or freehub, t...No matter your rear hub is freewheel or freehub, to go from 7 speed to 9/10 speed will require a new rear wheel with a freehub.<br /><br />Most likely the width of your rear hub is 130mm. Road hubs will fit your frame.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-30499612730675107302014-03-26T11:50:16.955+08:002014-03-26T11:50:16.955+08:00Hi steve,
i wished i would've found your blo...Hi steve, <br /><br />i wished i would've found your blog before i bought my Raleigh Ugo. Now what is done is done and i have thoughts of upgrading current 7-speed rear cassette to a 9/10 speeder. From your post above it is possible that my Ugo's rear hub could be a freewheel. To your knowledge could you confirm it? <br /><br />Does it mean now, if i am to upgrade my rear speed to 9/10 speed i would need to get the rear hubs changed to freehub? If so, will any freehubs from road/mtb will do? or there is some specific freehub size that could only be fitted onto a raleigh ugo?<br /><br />Thank you for your generous knowledge sharing.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08187092563398584687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-47927227167687861962014-02-27T19:35:30.790+08:002014-02-27T19:35:30.790+08:00Thanks Steve, great blog. I've learnt loads fr...Thanks Steve, great blog. I've learnt loads from your posts and guides.<br />awesome!PorkyPighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08759364109546210756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-75671918302241135252014-02-27T19:29:32.065+08:002014-02-27T19:29:32.065+08:00Just try out the stock bike first. Then you will k...Just try out the stock bike first. Then you will know what components are worth keeping, and what you can upgrade. tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-44984039569555114292014-02-27T08:19:22.708+08:002014-02-27T08:19:22.708+08:00Hi Steve,
I've just picked up the Dahon Speed...Hi Steve,<br /><br />I've just picked up the Dahon Speed Falco, I'm planning to start back to cycling and eventually taking on longer cycling routes.<br />Was wondering should I switch the stock wheelset to your recommendations or ride out my stock sets for a few months first?<br />ThanksPorkyPighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08759364109546210756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-65624378434178575892013-08-24T13:03:40.682+08:002013-08-24T13:03:40.682+08:00No you cannot use the Kinetix Pro, as you need a s...No you cannot use the Kinetix Pro, as you need a special wheel hub that can install disc brakes. If you change wheelset, you have to use other brakes such as V brakes or caliper brakes, but that would defeat the purpose of having the Formula S20 in the first place.<br /><br />However you can use slimmer tires if you wish to.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-44602343217915758922013-08-23T20:10:12.498+08:002013-08-23T20:10:12.498+08:00Hi Steve.
I am currently got the dahon formula s2...Hi Steve.<br /><br />I am currently got the dahon formula s20. And want to upgrade the wheel to kinetix pro wheel set (use mostly on Tern). just wondering if it is fit with the disc brake? and what sort of tyre best fit?<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-3900344054655654822013-08-15T17:59:16.845+08:002013-08-15T17:59:16.845+08:00Not sure if rolling resistance of Big Apple is low...Not sure if rolling resistance of Big Apple is lower or not compared to Kenda 20x1.75. Depends on tire pressure also. Of course, the lower the rolling resistance the faster you can go with the same amount of power.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-22108454312623918592013-08-15T09:37:49.166+08:002013-08-15T09:37:49.166+08:00Slower but I thought BA rolling resistance is low ...Slower but I thought BA rolling resistance is low compare to Kenda 20x1.75. If the rolling resistance is lower, doesn't the speed improve as well?Adrian Khoohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14918167006734639960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-90544150327525428922013-07-26T09:25:10.846+08:002013-07-26T09:25:10.846+08:00It will greatly improve comfort as the Big Apple t...It will greatly improve comfort as the Big Apple tires at really comfortable. However you may find yourself traveling slower, as speed is compromised. Not a problem if you normally cycle below 25km/h and ride leisurely.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.com