Folding Bikes - First Official Folding Bike Thread!! :) Name Your Bike!

Spec Globe Mity 2005 (Dahon Roo frame) with On-one Midge Bars, Dia-compe 287V-brake road levers, Bar-end shifter & Schwalbe Jumpin-JAck Trail tyres...http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v89/prof_landslide/side.jpg

V nice work Dr A. How badly is the fold compromised with the Midge bars?

V nice work Dr A. How badly is the fold compromised with the Midge bars?

:-) It's a bit less quick and compact, but i think it's a fair exchange for the inprovement in the ride...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v89/prof_landslide/folded.jpg

Here is the latest of my stable of 3. Sorry about the grainy pixs. Can't find much on the web about this one, it was off ebay from someone also selling a trek prototype. Great ride with rear suspension.

KS261 kindshock rear suspension
7 speed
Kenda kwest 1.5 slicks
Jag Wire cables.

Upgrades

53 tooth stronglight chainring
titaium rear axle (just happened to have one handy :-)
allen key quick release front and rear skewers
aluminium nipples
spd pedals

Next on the mod list

Schwalbe Stelvio 20" x 1.125" (28-406)
new rear cassette compatible hub (current one is a screw on)
maybe 8-9 speed

My stable includes a Dahon Getaway singlespeed, Bike Friday SatRDay 3x7, and Bike Friday Doubleday 3x9 Fun rides all.

Here is the latest of my stable of 3. Sorry about the grainy pixs. Can't find much on the web about this one, it was off ebay from someone also selling a trek prototype. Great ride with rear suspension.

Well well. I had one identical to this for about 4 days. It is a model only available in China. The seller sold it as a Jetstream P8 (he didn't know better); I was disappointed enough to send it back after working out I would be better off getting a Jetstream P8 than upgrading this one.

Some basic info such as model number and a pic can be found on the Chinese Dahon site. The frame is identical to that of the Dahon Jetstream XP, loaded with lesser componentry. So if you spent big, you'd end up with an XP.

That's what I thought when I bought it. Got it off ebay for a steal, it had hardly been ridden, so I spending on upgrades was part of the plan. I made the mistake of just buying the perfect bike once, oh those boring winter nights with nothing to tweak or fiddle with :-(

i have a dahon 6 speed , and she rides very well , i'm taking it to lake garda , italy.

didn't want to spend a lot of money for a bike to use just around campgrounds or short bike trail rides. Got this from RV toyoutlet. advertised as a folding cruiser steel frame 20" 30# 5speed (sunrun) bike.
It did require minor adjustments of front brake (band brake on rear) and fenders. I trued the front wheel, added lights, bottle holder, bell, tightened all bolts and swapped out the seat for a 'comfort' seat (no horn). Tires are no name brand and will probably need replacing after a year or so.
I am using the box it came in for storing it in my truck folded.
quality of welds, paint, components look OK. made in China-of course.
Hill Slug

I've got a TANK Micro 16, and a Sears Tote Cycle (3 speed version)

First I got this 2006 Downtube Full Suspension bike:
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e157/sesamecrunch/IMG_1303.jpg

Then I got this 2006 DT Front Suspension model:
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e157/sesamecrunch/IMG_1289.jpg

which then got converted into this recumbent with a kit from Cruzbike.com
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e157/sesamecrunch/dtcruz1.jpg

which then got a child seat added:
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e157/sesamecrunch/dadnicholas2.jpg
same bike folded, but handlebar not removed:
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e157/sesamecrunch/fold3.jpg

Speed D7 ('06 model...liked the cobalt blue)

I have two folders, one is a bike friday new world tourist with drop handelbars and is white. The other is the Dahon Solo from last year, had no choice on the color as it only came in beige/tan, I like it though and is my main commuter/ice cream ride bike, great single speed!!

Benjamin

Modifications include a Deore XT short cage rear dera:) illeur, SPD pedals, an:) d 105 cranks. I run Stelvios in the Spring, Summer, and Fall and the stock tires in the Winter. Ortieb panniers coming. Will post the modified Downtube (Birdy cranks and BB, MKS pedals, and Marathon Racer tires) soon.

Hi, I am very new here (unless my 68...) and came on bikeforum because am' waiting for brand new Birdy (City premium) witch is in Vélectrisation way...
Means he becomes a bruschless hubmotor in front weehl, with a very innovative kokam lipo battery.
Cycling enjoys wealthy, but better with vélectrised back wind....
Pictures later, and tests after pictures...

Jean claude

Well, I've been hanging out in the folder forum, and lusting after a folding bicycle for quite a while. I finally took the plunge and bought my first folding bicycle back in December. Many thanks to all who knowingly, or unknowingly provided useful information and motivation for this bike!

The bike, yet to be named, is a Bike Friday New World Tourist. It's a straight up touring bike. It's shown below without racks, in the snow that is keeping me from getting out and enjoying it!!

The pedals and saddle are not final. The old-style Dura-Ace pedals are placeholders for Speedplay Frogs. I have a B-17 Champion Special for it, but it is currently being broken in on my commuter.

Speedo

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/126/396880877_9d2284c012_o.jpg

"which then got converted into this recumbent with a kit from Cruzbike.com
"

Nice conversion!

OK, here's my wheels.... More details on the Swift mods in the "Swift Gallery" thread. The Dahon Mariner is stock except for the tires, though I think I'm going to get a new handlepost.

http://www.jsimage.com/bf/Swift01.jpg


http://www.jsimage.com/bf/Swift02.jpg


http://www.jsimage.com/bf/Mariner01.jpg


http://www.jsimage.com/bf/Mariner02.jpg

has anyone (else) got a F1 ?

it is full size with 26" wheels. 1st one delivered was damaged & I sent it back. second one upon examination had buckled wheel, gear changers wrong, more or less all parts badly fitted, after 15 miles cranks were loose. says a lot about the staff that assembled them. however I have now stripped & rebuilt it (well most of it anyway) and its pretty good for the price.
dont know about taking it on the bus though as the bus services want them to be stored in an overhead locker.
have really got a thing now about folders, looking for 20" wheel next I think, or something that will fit into a laptop bag !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nice photos Bacci!

My 2006 Dahon Jack. Name? I dunno, hasn't been named yet. For more info about my Jack and why I chose it, see my intro thread: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=282447

I've got three folders: 1) a Brompton M6L, 2) a Schwinn-Montague M1000 BiFrame, and 3) a Strida.

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d7/k4drd/Bicycles/BromptonUnfoldedxsm.jpghttp://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d7/k4drd/Bicycles/BromptonFoldedxsm.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d7/k4drd/Bicycles/1991BiFrameUnfoldedxsm.jpghttp://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d7/k4drd/Bicycles/1991BiFrameFoldedxsm.jpg

Since I got the Brompton, the Strida has been collecting dust with flat tires.

Since I got the Brompton, the Strida has been collecting dust with flat tires.

Sell it! I change my folders very often, what you don't want may be the dream bike to someone else.

1972 Raleigh Twenty

color: oxidized green

My brand new Bianchi Fretta, sadly no real miles on it yet but I love it. All standard Capreo components at the moment, the only change is the MKS removable pedals. Now I just need to locate the source of the horrendous rattle coming from the front end.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/170/457588786_0218abde52.jpg

Now I just need to locate the source of the horrendous rattle coming from the front end.

Most likely the V-brakes. I have seen some Birdy users who use rubber bands on the brakes to diminish the rattling. However, I doubt you will totally eliminate the noise...

Nice bike by the way.

Most likely the V-brakes. I have seen some Birdy users who use rubber bands on the brakes to diminish the rattling. However, I doubt you will totally eliminate the noise...

Nice bike by the way.


Thanks for the hint - it does seem to be coming from the right front brake arm.

I recently acquired this 1969 Raleigh Twenty w/Sturmey Archer 3speed.I got it from a really nice old retired couple.They had heard that I collect old bikes and gave it to me.The bike is absolutely spotless.Not a blemish.Other than having the wrong tire on it, it's mint.The picnic basket detaches.Really fun to ride.Just gotta change the front tire.The red bmx tire just doesn't cut it.The Raleigh Twenty is a SOLID road bike.You can't put a Strida in the same category.
http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s148/thebikeguyCCM/1969RaleighTwenty.jpg

http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s148/thebikeguyCCM/RaleighTwenty-closeup.jpg

My newly washed Boardwalk, enjoying the spring weather:

http://www.brezhnev.net/bikeforums/bikephotos/bikepalm.jpg

http://www.brezhnev.net/bikeforums/bikephotos/bikepalm2.jpg

This bike will most likely be my first folding bike:

Dahon Jetstream P8

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t174/BMX3r17/jetstreamp8.jpg

Here's my Mobiky which I upgraded with a Brooks saddle, Schmidt front hub, Inolight headlight and B&M taillight.

Two days old. The squishy saddle has been replaced by a comfortable Brooks B.17.
The plastic pedals are next to go. No, the front panniers don't affect handling much
& the bike is better balanced with extra weight in the front to off-set my flabby butt
in the back. :D

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/197/464303461_5416a0602e.jpg
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/192/464303453_1d60495ab7_b.jpg
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/205/464303463_d42286bb98.jpg

Two days old. The squishy saddle has been replaced by a comfortable Brooks B.17.
The plastic pedals are next to go. No, the front panniers don't affect handling much
& the bike is better balanced with extra weight in the front to off-set my flabby butt
in the back. :D


Ooh! That's pretty! How easy is it to remove the front panniers when you want to fold?

Ooh! That's pretty! How easy is it to remove the front panniers when you want to fold?


It's real easy - the clamps snap open & the bags lift off the rack. See Carradice's C System Hooks here...

http://www.carradice.co.uk/accessories/hooks.shtml

This is my Dahon speed P8
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v281/Autokat/p8.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v281/Autokat/100_2341.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v281/Autokat/100_2343.jpg

The Raleigh Twenty is a SOLID road bike.You can't put a Strida in the same category.
True! But seriously, who would? The Strida is a great FOLDING bike; you can't put the R20 in the same category.

I have them both, and have done my commute on both. The R20 is wonderful bike, vintage cool, versatile, and it's a pleasure to ride to the train station. And I CAN take it on a rush-hour commuter train, how cool is that! But I don't take it on the train very often; on the train I take, there are only two seats per rail car where I can sit with my folded R20, and handicapped persons have priority seating at those spots.

The Strida does not ride as well, is that a surprise? But it's fine for my 2.5-mile ride through Manhattan. Once folded, I can put it on the overhead rack on the train and I can sit anywhere I want. By my estimation the train car seats about 240 people, two R20's, and maybe 20 Stridas, all comfortably.

I get on the train, stow the Strida overhead, and forget about it. I can relax, sleep, or read. I can't forget about the R20 on a crowded train; it's always in the way, so I can't fully relax. Yes, I'd rather ride an R20 than a Strida. But I'd rather ride a train with a Strida.

My cousin has a really old Dahon III, tho i don't know what year it is, and as soon as i get the time i will a pic of it, standing next to my MTB...

Here is mine.
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/169/466644613_ce1a1ca8f0.jpg
I don't have a name for it. I used it this last week for my commute. I am interested in if I can put a Brooks saddle on one of these.

Thanks.
Rob

What to call it, what to call it? I have it,Call it Red! Of course it won't call you dumb--- or threaten to put it's pedal up your butt but that is a good thing.You wouldn't like it if it acted like Red Foreman from that 70's show.And ,yes of course you can put a Brooks saddle on it.It has a standard seatpost clamp .I would suggest a B67.

Here's my Mobiky which I upgraded with a Brooks saddle, Schmidt front hub, Inolight headlight and B&M taillight.

wow, where did you get that bike?
And how much does it weight?

wow, where did you get that bike?
And how much does it weight?

Check out the more recent Mobiky Review thread.

USA dealer list is here (http://www.mobikyusa.com/pageLibre000103ac.html)

I got mine at a Sharper Image store since there are no bike shop dealers in my home state of Massachusetts and I wanted to see the bike and test ride it before buying. If you're in NY I recommend David Lam at Bfold.

Atala 2000, just bought it today, no name yet, any ideas or info on it would be great

Atala 2000, just bought it today, no name yet, any ideas or info on it would be great
What size wheels are those? The co-op has a frame exactly like that one for sale. May just have to get it! Yours is pretty. :)

they have 20 inch tires, can;t seem to find alot of info on bike, but it rides excellent.

seat pin extension or extended seat pin, comments please.

I was Lucky to find this Classic... Nitto stem,OYB saddle bag,Planet bike fenders.

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1085/534230836_4e2999f23d.jpghttp://farm2.static.flickr.com/1402/534192896_600c8c3085.jpghttp://farm2.static.flickr.com/1184/534192900_dc2bb4ec70.jpg

This frame on the bike comes apart completely rather than folding up.
I believe it's early 60s and all original.

This frame on the bike comes apart completely rather than folding up.
I believe it's early 60s and all original.

Sorry...it's a Rollfast Mustang.

My Moulton FX8... Mine is fixed frame but detachable split-frame is an option

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/239/523560709_8bc784ede3.jpg

I am surprised there aren't more Brompton or Bike Friday on BF. I also would like to have a Moulton Bridgestone or/and a Birdie

I have one just like the one in post #339. The name I'm considering for it is "Pound Puppy". Anybody know where the serial number is located? I have yet to find it, but the SA hub is dated 7-87. Hard to ride it without giggling, it's just so doggone cute!