Originally Posted by knobster
That's what I like. Someone that's solid in their convictions.
It probably wouldn't need much to get it in perfect condition. By drivetrain, do you mean cassette? I was thinking of replacing the bottom bracket, wheel bearings and cassette. Think of anything else I should look to replace?
Thanks for your 2 cents...
I'd start by checking the chain stretch and go from there, replace cassette & rings if needed.
maybe dissasemble the bb, replace if necessary
possibly replace the cables with something bulletproof. i invested (read: they're expensive) in "Dry Cables", similar to the old gore-tex cables. no lube, no maintenance.
inspect r der & replace pulleys if needed
rebuild wheel bearings, maybe have wheels professionally trued & tensioned. I'm a huge fan of light, fast, stiff, bulletproof wheels, been riding Cane Creek for 15,000+ miles.... you can pick up a lightly used set for under $200 on occasion. Great investment.
or sell both the Bi and the 520 and get something with DISC brakes!
biggest safety/maintenace improvement for commuting i've made in a while
cheers!