Old Moulton bike
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Old Moulton bike
How tall do you need to be to ride an old F frame Moulton bike..?
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There are actually a number of Moulton frames. There are some specific Moulton discussion groups and forums.
I identify what you have by referencing those sites and the info you want should filter out.
"standover" height should be easy, it is a matter of seat tube length or seatpost length.
I identify what you have by referencing those sites and the info you want should filter out.
"standover" height should be easy, it is a matter of seat tube length or seatpost length.
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Depending how old a bike yer talkin' here, I'd wager one would need to be at least 16 hands tall to ride a Moulton F frame.
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There are actually a number of Moulton frames. There are some specific Moulton discussion groups and forums.
I identify what you have by referencing those sites and the info you want should filter out.
"standover" height should be easy, it is a matter of seat tube length or seatpost length.
I identify what you have by referencing those sites and the info you want should filter out.
"standover" height should be easy, it is a matter of seat tube length or seatpost length.
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Three sizes IIRC: standard, midi, mini. Also a Triang-branded child's version. Midi was the 7/8th size with 14" wheels. Mini was smaller and lacked front suspension. The 5' 4" lower limit sounds about right to me. The stem and seat post have a lot of adjustment, but the reach might start to become excessive.
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Three sizes IIRC: standard, midi, mini. Also a Triang-branded child's version. Midi was the 7/8th size with 14" wheels. Mini was smaller and lacked front suspension. The 5' 4" lower limit sounds about right to me. The stem and seat post have a lot of adjustment, but the reach might start to become excessive.
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Moulton Midi, no front suspension and a Raleigh product. Pretty rare I think.
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