Originally Posted by
minbikemaxfun
I didn't end up buying this bike, but I did some research into it.
2) The belt drive is NOT Gates CDX. That's why it's cheaper than other bikes with belt drive. If someday the belt needs to be replaced, you'll have to buy the replacement through Citizen.
The belt shouldn't be a concern. 8mm pitch belts are easily sourced through multiple online belt distributors. Moulton used the same system on their belt drive TSR-2. I modified mine many times swapping out hubs,cogs, rings, and different belt lengths. I also ran 8mm pitch on my MU Uno/Duo .. it's a very reliable system. The Citizen Rome uses a 'snubber' at the rear to help with belt skipping under power.
Seems like a cool little bike, but didn't see any reference to 'gear inches' in the tech specs.. That might be a concern.