I can't clean it outside, you just don't do that in Tokyo. Unless you like getting complaints to your real estate about you. But anyway I could try with a rag, I get what you are saying. I used to tackle it by first trying to drown my bike in degreaser. Now Ill try to wipe it clean first.. I never did because I literally don't have rags nor anything I could use as one. I do have dollar shops near though, bound to have towels there. Sorted.
But I am still gunning for a belt drive bike, just seems like a better solution once installed. And once I have the idea in my mind I won't be happy till I go through with it whatever the outcome.
Now I am deciding between an Dahon Mu base or that Java carbon/lios nano thing. I initially saw the Java bike and liked the idea but I had two concerns. One was the actual quality of the frame and if I would snap and kill me. The other was about things like the seat post, stem and hole for the cranks etc wondering if they are all industry standard and able to accept upgrades. Seeing that the nano bike appears to have a hint of legitimacy should I ease my concerns?
Its also a huge confidence boost that the nano comes with the same belt drive I was planning to put in. But I still can't see how they manage belt tension when the back wheel only appears to be able to move up and down...? was sure Id need a bike frame that allows the back wheel horizontal travel?
Oh and Moulton, I just don't like them visually. Maybe I am out of step with the average consumer but I hate all the old fashioned looking bikes. Not that I particularly like the look of the Java frames I am considering, but if I buy a dull colored one I think I can make it cool via components.
Ah and with your 3 speed, how fast can you go? Are the three speeds all that usable? On my current planet weight folding bike I can keep up with most guys on roadies and I kill them on hills. I still want that speed but Tokyo has some savage hills also.
Freewheel MIN: 14 T � MAX: 28 T
Chain wheel 52T
That is what my current drivetrain is; taken from here:
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