Originally Posted by
TugaDude
I would like input from those who might have done this. I am considering turning a Motobecane Grand Jubile into a 1 x 5 bike. Right now it has Suntour barcons on it. I have tons of geared bikes and several FG/SS bikes and am kind of interested in experimenting with a 1 x setup.
The crank is a nice SR crank with the chainguard. I'd remove that and the outer ring and go with the small which is a 39.
Thoughts? Experiences you can share?
I've done this with my nishiki. The 1x# is very nice and simple. I have mine set up with a single downtube shifter.
I run a 48 x 11-28, which is sufficient for flat riding and small hills.
Chain tension and chain line is essential to preventing chain drop. Get a BB that will line your chainring at about the middle cog. Make sure you use a non-ramped ring (SS 3/32 rings). I am also partial towards chain guards just because they look cool...