Originally Posted by
antsjack
So I got a new MU UNO. After reading about dahon frame hinges creaking, and being assured that they had resolved the problem, I took the risk. I ordered it and it was shipped. Thankfully the shop agreed to take it back! Aside from another issue, when I test rode it in the back yard, the first thing I noticed was creaking from the frame hinge.
So, without buying a Brompton, or spending over 500 euros. what options do I have that are decent quality?
I did buy a new Brompton after my Dahon purchases (my Piccolo was supposed to be a back up bike to the Brompton) so I am able to compare the different types of folding bikes. The summery of the reasons why I selected and still have the bikes I use at present and donated/sold off both Dahons are listed here:
Dahon riders: what's the total mileage on your Dahon? @ Post #15
http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/782084-Dahon-riders-what-s-the-total-mileage-on-your-Dahon?p=13510156&viewfull=1#post13510156
I am not saying that I am promoting and encouraging others to make the same choices. Just that there are other alternatives available beyond doing the same ol' thing again-and getting the same results. Keep patronizing that bike shop. It seems to be a really nice place to do business with.