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Old 02-07-11, 10:36 AM
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JCFlack
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I like my Tokyo, and like it better since I upgraded the gears - the original gearing was too low, too slow. The bike is sturdy, and the parts are standard, easy to upgrade or replace. Still ... when I can afford a better bike, I will replace the Tokyo. It is heavy for its size, and gears are still not ideal. Fold is reasonably good but the hinge is a bit flexy. AnnaDapple probably wouldn't have this problem, but I am at about the max weight for the bike, and to keep the seat from sliding down I have to tighten it too much for an easy fold - I'm sure a better bike would have a better seatpost locking mechanism. If you can afford a better bike, get one. If you can't, then a Citizen is not a bad stopgap until you can.
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