Originally Posted by spambait11
Nice work, SC! Looks like you adjust your x-seam with the bottom bracket top tube(?). Doesn't look like your handlebars fold either? Did you alter your forks as well?
Yes, it's a moveable BB, front wheel drive system. It's kinda different to pedal, you have to get used to it. But there are certain bio-mechanical advantages which makes it worth while.
I had to lose the handlebar fold. I guess if I thought about it some more I could figure out something. But that fold isn't too big a deal for me. Also, the folding steerer/stem mechanicsm is HEAVY (over 2 lbs as I recall), so I didn't mind losing it. I don't plan to fly with this bike, just load it in my car to go somewhere.
The fork is one from the DT Non-Suspension bike. The original suspended fork weighed close to 4 lbs. The NS fork was about 1.5 lbs. I decided to go with light weight.
I think I'll be using this bike a lot!