Hey I have seen this folding bike that has 26" wheels, duel suspension and is probably fairly heavy.

Now for this conversion im gonna do it on the cheap here was what I thought of.


Donor Bike: Not sure on model but here it is https://www.gumtree.com/p/bicycles/f...ike/1211911896

Handlebars: Add drop ends origin8 also might put the bar on backwards to get a more forward curve. Dont wanna get new gears so probably go up and down to change gear. Im used to downtube shifters so I dont think that going up and down will be much different with grip shifters.

https://www.amazon.com/Origin8-33617...ords=drop+ends

Brakes: either stick with what it has or install some cheap single pivot callipers.

Fork: Probably install a new fork to get rid of the front suspension.

So what do people think? Would this bike be able to fold with drop bars and how do people think this bike would fare against real roadies. Reckon it could be as good as a heavy vintage full steel bike?