Originally Posted by
pibach
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I never test rode Bike Fridays.
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But:
* No URT design available with 20" wheels, i.e., no clean chainline option.
* not intended for commuting (probably some little wheel such as on the Bromptons would help?)
* no option for wide tires, specifically Big Apples, bummer.
* Hyperfold Tikit frame seems to be quite heavy, probably 1 kg more than a Dahon Mu. Would like to know exact numbers
* awkward fold of the handlepost on the Tikit, should be improved.
* overall, the folded size is too big
* no lightweight an stiff handlepost option here
pibach, I think it's fine to list the reasons why a bike is less than perfect, but when you say you've never ridden one, I think you're missing the most important factor of all for making a judgement about a bike: that's the ride quality and fun factor.
Be careful about test riding a BF tho. They're like a drug, once you spend a few hours riding one, there's no turning back. Your interest in lower end folding bikes will probably be in jeopardy.
Like Vik I don't have anything against Dahon. On the contrary, I think they provide a valuable role in the folding bike market. I'd much rather see someone riding a Dahon than driving a car.