I am a bit of a maximizer rather than a satisfier so i tend to strip & rebuild. The stock components on my FSIR were good for the price, but not top tier, and for touring I'd replace the tires, chain, grips, saddle, pedals.
My plans for the FSIR once it's done? I plan to use it as my main 406 once and if i sell my current main 406er, a Dahon Dash.
Another option to consider is a chromoly FnHon or Crius folder built to your spec. They can do this for you in Singapore. Wheelonfire in Sing could probably do it for you. Tyrells IVEs can be had in Singapore at BRU and MyBikeShop. Fyi, prices are a bit lower in Bangkok. There I can recommend HyperBike run by a really friendly Thai fellow who speaks English, and is quite good answering questions on Messenger. He sells Tyrell and FSIR.
If you are willing to sacrifice on the size of the fold, I'd recommend a Dahon Dash. HyperBike can hook you up with one too.
Originally Posted by
scrappy123
Thanks Abu. Did you have any concerns about the bike that led you to strip it? What are your plans for the Spin 5 when you complete its build?
I'm in Southern California and travel to Asia once or twice a year. Pretty sure that I saw a 16" FSIR Spin when I was in Singapore last December, I thought it was a very cool bike for taking on the MRT and getting around town.
If I get the Spin 5, it'll be the Solorocks version from Canada.
I've not heard of Tyrell but will search the interwebs to see if they're available here in the US. I'm also not sure about 18" tires and their availability versus 20" (406mm bead).