tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post9061085892602630390..comments2024-03-29T09:27:45.305+08:00Comments on Hands On Bike: Journey of the Boardwalk: Part 1 (Kinetix Comp & Avid Brakes)Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-47455703051325790412019-09-01T15:00:39.557+08:002019-09-01T15:00:39.557+08:00Hello there...im new to this bike world...i only k...Hello there...im new to this bike world...i only know there is established brand like dahon, tern and brompton...did you have bought tern product...they said its a bit pricey that u can get a dahon with better spec...is it true...and after reading this modification...im now into boardwalk that is the design is simple are better but a little gurlish i thought��...D7 or D8 better to buy?<br />Can you suggest me what bike can i buy for a budget rm2k...<br />Hope you can reply my msgA.Ghaibhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263444147177373394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-5398330328857736792015-12-21T09:44:06.785+08:002015-12-21T09:44:06.785+08:00It is a QR axle with cup and cone, the freehub is ...It is a QR axle with cup and cone, the freehub is the thing which making bearing humming noise :( and i find no way to take it out. Spiritzgaugehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18060126320725966813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-54541742532084027112015-12-20T17:22:58.052+08:002015-12-20T17:22:58.052+08:00Is it a QR axle or a nutted axle? For QR axle free...Is it a QR axle or a nutted axle? For QR axle freehubs, it is usually easier to service. For nutted axles, it is almost always cup and cone bearings which can be serviced, but is messier. You can check online for instructional videos on how to service a freehub.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-55585096282210325552015-12-20T11:43:46.116+08:002015-12-20T11:43:46.116+08:00Hi,
I just got a pair of 8spd dahon wheelsets (no...Hi,<br /> I just got a pair of 8spd dahon wheelsets (no sign of kinetix comp), its a freehub with sunrace cassette. The freehub is giving some bearing noise. Have u try to remove and overhaul/ service this kind of freehub?Spiritzgaugehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18060126320725966813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-39934613427952763772015-10-27T15:41:46.120+08:002015-10-27T15:41:46.120+08:00ok thx. that's a relieveok thx. that's a relieve<br />tazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12186047634656262521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-45066682106578972042015-10-27T07:45:56.953+08:002015-10-27T07:45:56.953+08:00A small gap is acceptable. Just make sure that whe...A small gap is acceptable. Just make sure that when you tighten the fixing bolt, the brake is neither too loosen or too tight to move.<br />tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-81609551466419531092015-10-27T03:37:42.152+08:002015-10-27T03:37:42.152+08:00Hi
I just got a pair of sd7 to replace my old one...Hi<br /><br />I just got a pair of sd7 to replace my old ones. When I fit in the sd7, I notice that the brake arms are not able to install fully into the brake post/stud. There's like 1-2mm gap, is this normal for sd7. The stock brake is seated in fully and flushed.<br /><br />I can't see clearly from your pic, need your advice.<br /><br />http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_0xR92bkbDME/TULcGlX6gcI/AAAAAAAAAtU/tobpNJpo4vQ/s1600/Image671.jpgtazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12186047634656262521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-91634460579442559232013-09-24T10:34:12.104+08:002013-09-24T10:34:12.104+08:00For your shifter, you will need a 9 speed Sram att...For your shifter, you will need a 9 speed Sram attack shifter, or a 9 speed Shimano MTB shifter. Don't forget a 9 speed chain too.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-46376214555184711032013-09-23T21:20:48.404+08:002013-09-23T21:20:48.404+08:00Hi Steve,
For a old Speed D7, if I get a used kin...Hi Steve, <br />For a old Speed D7, if I get a used kinetix wheelset with 9 speed casette and neos 3.0 RD, can I just get a SRAM attack or X7 trigger shifter to complete the upgrade?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13090196673081612408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-92114450432979274312013-08-12T06:48:20.350+08:002013-08-12T06:48:20.350+08:00What is your FD and front shifter? Acera doesn'...What is your FD and front shifter? Acera doesn't come in front double. <br /><br />Changing from 8 to 9 speed also needs to change chain and FD as the chain width is narrower.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-27301893514084068062013-08-11T22:24:04.946+08:002013-08-11T22:24:04.946+08:00Hi steve,
9 speed altera can handle right? My cur...Hi steve,<br /><br />9 speed altera can handle right? My current setup is 2x8 speed, intend to chng to 2x9 speed cassette, crankset w/o changing RD and FD, only need to change shifter rightVanngohhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15687736211297094412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-24224270917447314822013-03-05T07:40:45.545+08:002013-03-05T07:40:45.545+08:00Inside chain guard is only necessary if you have f...Inside chain guard is only necessary if you have front shifting. If only rear shifting, it is unlikely that the chain will drop off to the inside unless your chain line is quite off.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-92028497757722452302013-03-05T06:27:56.257+08:002013-03-05T06:27:56.257+08:00Hi Steve,
Read from your blog that you got a Driv...Hi Steve,<br /><br />Read from your blog that you got a Driveline bashguard. Can check with you, <br />The bashguard only prevents the chain from falling outside, do we need another plastic guard to prevent chain from falling inside?Zong Ong Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12214609086716474228noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-22117391440891908242013-02-27T06:47:35.911+08:002013-02-27T06:47:35.911+08:00You can use either Shimano or sram cassette, but y...You can use either Shimano or sram cassette, but you will need a Shimano mtb shifter for the neos rd.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-50511072588656612342013-02-23T16:36:00.810+08:002013-02-23T16:36:00.810+08:00you can get the road 9 speed series, Sora 3500.you can get the road 9 speed series, Sora 3500.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-24078010334600474582013-02-22T23:15:57.306+08:002013-02-22T23:15:57.306+08:00Hi Steve,
Ok thank you very much. Any Shimano 9 s...Hi Steve,<br /><br />Ok thank you very much. Any Shimano 9 speed models to recommend?<br />Zong Ong Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12214609086716474228noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-1597740059425104932013-02-22T22:58:26.108+08:002013-02-22T22:58:26.108+08:00yes the gear indication will be the other way roun...yes the gear indication will be the other way round because of the different RD. Most RD are top normal RD, but the Neos RD is a low normal RD. you can google that if you want to know more.<br /><br />and I have already stated that the shifting performance will not be perfect. if they can get the RD hanger for you, then might as well just wait for the hanger. then you can just change all to road 9 speed (shifter, chain, RD, cassette) at one go.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-90004302269880397442013-02-22T21:38:44.144+08:002013-02-22T21:38:44.144+08:00Hi Steve,
The other thing is I prefer the Shiman...Hi Steve, <br /><br />The other thing is I prefer the Shimano shifting than SRAM shifting.<br />Can my NEO 7 use a Shimano Altivio 11-34T cassette without any problem?<br />Zong Ong Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12214609086716474228noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-45773680299750217452013-02-22T19:41:07.709+08:002013-02-22T19:41:07.709+08:00Hi Steve,
I found out from MBS that if I change ...Hi Steve, <br /><br />I found out from MBS that if I change shifter without changing the deraileur,<br />The gear shift display with become opposite being 9 the lowest and 1 the highest.<br />They also told me the stock NEO deraileur will not shift as well compare to 8 speed.<br />From your mass experience, any comments? <br /><br />They can get a deraileur mounting for me so that I can change other brand deraileur.<br />Zong Ong Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12214609086716474228noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-62195998044403350182013-02-22T06:51:35.968+08:002013-02-22T06:51:35.968+08:00Yes a wider FD such as those for 8 or 9 speed will...Yes a wider FD such as those for 8 or 9 speed will help. Just don't expect it to shift properly if you ever want to shift the FD. 9 speed would be Tiagra or Sora, 8 speed can try Claris 2400tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-38999182836393906942013-02-22T06:19:23.277+08:002013-02-22T06:19:23.277+08:00Hi Steve,
Ok thanks. Back to the FD issue. As I ...Hi Steve, <br /><br />Ok thanks. Back to the FD issue. As I am using a Ultegra FD, will it also helps if<br />I install a 8/9 sp FD eg. (105 double, triple FD) which are slightly wider? Btw <br />Are there braze on types for 8/9 sp FD? Any models to recommend? <br />Will try mounting the FD higher as you suggested. Thank you very much!Zong Ong Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12214609086716474228noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-32161780668097375682013-02-21T21:33:44.864+08:002013-02-21T21:33:44.864+08:00seems that your gear range is OK for now. getting ...seems that your gear range is OK for now. getting more speeds does not necessarily mean a wider gear range, but smaller steps between gears. this allows better cadence control for more comfortable and efficient riding.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-83520088961200446212013-02-21T21:25:44.866+08:002013-02-21T21:25:44.866+08:00Hi Steve,
Most of the time, I am using the 6-7 ge...Hi Steve,<br /><br />Most of the time, I am using the 6-7 gear moving off from stationary. I do not climb slopes also. Not issue as spinning out on highest gear yet. Zong Ong Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12214609086716474228noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-58188794647771621342013-02-17T22:00:31.234+08:002013-02-17T22:00:31.234+08:00The stock Neos derailleur is able to handle up to ...The stock Neos derailleur is able to handle up to 9 speeds, as I have tried it myself. The performance will not be perfect, but it should be similar what you have currently.<br /><br />For the chain rubbing issue, try mounting the FD higher up on your adaptor, so that the lower limit of the FD can go nearer to your seat tube. This may help a bit, but I think the 1st gear will still have chain rubbing.<br /><br />I would not know your gear range, as it depends a lot on each person's riding style and strength. Perhaps you could let me know the limitations of your current setup, such as spinning out on highest gear, etc.tylstevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05202331639299348481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3932426191875887596.post-76376234138876445452013-02-17T19:35:13.684+08:002013-02-17T19:35:13.684+08:00Hi,
Steve, so you think the stock NEO 7 derailer ...Hi,<br /><br />Steve, so you think the stock NEO 7 derailer can handle up to 9 speed? If that's the case, I only need to get a new 9 sp cassette plus the shifters. <br /><br />I have been thinking, I will not be climbing slopes/hills often. Do I really need so many speed range? What is your advice? My current setup is 14-34 7 speed cassette with a 60T chain ring. <br /><br />I installed a Lite pro clamp to mount the Ultegra FD to prevent chain dropping. However, for the first few gears, the chain is rubbing the FD. Any suggestion/solution for this? Zong Ong Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12214609086716474228noreply@blogger.com