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05-15-13, 01:54 PM
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vector...... used to be 1200 dlr bike .... its a steal ... frame is nicer than the mu, components the same .... if budget allows get a set of lightweight pro wheels or carbon look wheels and you have a rocket ship
05-15-13, 02:06 PM
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Thanks, man. I think I'm ready to take the plunge. I'd probably hold off on any mods for a while but if you could recommend a particular pair of rims i'd appreciate it.
05-19-13, 09:39 AM
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I can by a used speed p8 (red) today for $500. I love the classic frame design and color and I'm sure I can switch out parts over time to make it lighter. Is this a fair price for a used p8? I offered 400 initially but he rejected my offer and said he was getting offers as high as 470. Should manufacturer date matter when considering what I should be willing to pay for this bike?
05-19-13, 02:12 PM
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https://www.thorusa.com/dahon/current/speedp8.htm
The earlier red Speed P8 models do not have the frame-integrated KlickFix adapter.
Confirm whether the stem has been replaced, if applicable. See:
https://www.thorusa.com/dahon/technical/recall.pdf
-HANK RYAN-
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03-01-14, 02:03 PM
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03-03-14, 02:56 PM
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actually the Verge P 9 comes in black and white and the eta is somewhat in March ( very late March I suppose much more likely april )
I do have a Link p9 modified to be a P18 so to speak in my garage sale now ....
03-04-14, 01:01 PM
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To be honest I like the black and white color way a little more than the black and red. However the verge p9 in black and red is a lot sexier than the vector p9 in black and red.
