Folding Bikes - 175mm cranks on Swift Folder

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pismocycleguy
09-09-07, 10:12 PM
I looked at the Swift Folder spec sheet and saw that all sizes of the Swift comes with 170mm crank arms.
I have always run 175mm crank arms on all of my bikes. Is there any reason that a longer crank arm cannot be used on the Swift? Is there a problem with ground clearance or clearance at the seat stays or the chain stays? Please enlighten me!:D
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jur
09-09-07, 10:41 PM
I run 172.5mm ones and there's loads more space.
Ericx25
09-10-07, 02:56 PM
I have 175 mm crank arms on my Xootr (Campagnolo Centaur, double chainring but no front derailleur).
No problem.