Originally Posted by
runner pat
The standard XLT has a reversing drum brake, the brake on the fork is a parking brake, used to steady the bike while getting in or out. Mine is the PRO model and I opted for two full brakes without the parking option.
His bike should also have 7 speeds, mine has 27.
As far as upgrades, it depends on how far he's planning on riding.
All good information. and correct from the appearance. I am sure he knows most of that, but as I said. i am completely new to these things. I think it is definitely missing the wheel nuts or skewers. His is the 7 spd standard XLT.