Originally Posted by
paultman
[MENTION=44789]atombikes[/MENTION]
I recently bought the genesis folding bike and am thankful that you shared your experiences and advice here. Having read your advice about replacing parts, would you say the most important is the freewheel?
I dont have much knowledge of bikes, but I think I'll get alot of use out of the Genesis so I'll be learning
Here is that freewheel on amazon:
Amazon.com : Shimano MF-TZ20 Tourney Freewheel (14-28T 6 Speed) : Bike Cassettes And Freewheels : Sports & Outdoors
Is it still the most recommended replacement in your view? I suppose I'll also need to get the freewheel remover? Seems like I can replace it myself.
Are their any other essential changes you'd recommend?
Again, thanks so much for your contributions to the community,
Paul
Paul,
Thanks for creating an account to post here; it sounds like you are already enjoying the bike.
If the bike is making that knocking noise while riding, I would replace the freewheel. It's total garbage, the wheelbuilder really cut cost on that component.
Like BikeKraft, I was trying to figure out if a 7 spd freewheel would have worked, but ultimately decided to just replace it with similar. Since I was living out of a hotel at that time and didn't have a full set of tools, I elected to go to a local bike shop to buy the part. I took the wheel with me. The new freewheel was slightly more cost as I remember than I could have purchased online (about $20), but the shop swapped it for free (so no need to buy the tool).
Good luck with your bike! Post some pics when you can.