Originally Posted by
chickenleather
I managed to find one of the few remaining brand new sets of the mv8 online and got one for myself, only because of this thread! I was initially torn between the 2016 mini 7 and 8 - glad I found the older mv8 as this turned out to be the best option for me. The 2 bikes here look great and really inspired to start upgrading mine soon.
Thats lucky! I am not too sure if Raleigh is still manufacturing this model for next year. I got mine at a rather good price though.
Originally Posted by
pinholecam
I actually have this bike too and its good to see someone else post about it.
Mine's built to be cheap though since its a commute and I do just lock it outside while I go about other matters.
Raleigh MV8 by
jenkwang, on Flickr
Stock shifter and deraileur.
60T chainring
His bike should ride great.
Stiff frame that feels like a road bike geometry.
Rather long wheel base makes the bike stable.
The pull ratio will be different, but it is certainly not a problem imo (YMMV)
The 20" wheels don't need as much to decelerate compared to 700c, so the brakes are no problems at all.
I lock mine with a u lock.
I thought about adding racks but decided against it as I am fine with travelling around with a bag strapped to my back.