Originally posted by Marbro
Hummer Tactical Mtn Bike; as well as Mercedes and BMW foldable models. I'd like to stay under $1000 if possible but can spend more.
As you probably have guessed, these bikes are usually not made by the car companies themselves. They're rebadged. Unless you're in love with having the brand name on your bike, I'd suggest, finding out who actually makes them and going directly to the source. You'll save quite a bit and get more bike for the money. For instance, Montague makes the Hummer bike and sells it for $200 less than what Hummer has listed. AMP Research used to produce the Mercedes bike but I don't think they do any longer. I'm not sure who does now. In any case, if I were you I'd also take a look at
Slingshot . Yes... the same company that uses a design with a cable for the downtube. They've been around quite a while and they have a proven design.