Thread: Terrible Dahon latch design
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Old 08-30-11 | 09:31 AM
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Bikes: R&M Frog, Moulton TSR

The plastic rear latch on the Birdy is just for convenience. It keeps the triangle from flipping (Bromptoning) under when you lift the bike. If the plastic fails, the bike is still completely safe to ride.
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