Front dr to use with Cyclone-2 rear?
 

I'm putting parts together to build up my bike after paint and I'm not sure what front dr is most appropriate to go along with a Cyclone-2 long cage rear.

I'm sure you guys know what I should use up front and any help is greatly appreciated.


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Cyclone Mk II rear derailleur? I've seen those matched with Cyclone Mk II front derailleurs, or with Suntour NSL.

Thanks, Yes it's a Mk II.

Do you you think it would look horribly out of place to use a Suntour-VX or a Suntour-7 with it?

If it was my bike and I wasn't doing a restoration I'd have NO qualms about pairing it to a Suntour Vx.

Hey Jim, did you mean you "would" have qualms or did you leave out the word "no"?

I was leaning towards the Vx personally.

If that was all I had, I would not hesitate to go with the VX but my experience is too limited, regarding the 7, to comment on its vices or virtues. That said, I would then get my butt to Ebay and purchase the correct front derailleur. There are a few for sale right now.

Duhhhh.....

Of course I meant no qualms. I fixed it, thanks to your correction.

Just a note about the Mk2 RD - My experience with it is limited to just one and a fraction. The cage spring broke so I found a replacement in an inexpensive ebay package of derailleurs for parts. It struck me that the design was perfect for trapping water in the spring cavity. So a rusty spring wasn't a surprise. And of course when metal pieces get rusty they break easily. You might want to check yours.

The rd I have is in great shape but I will double check the spring, I actually have another for parts if I need it.

I also did receive a PM from one member about their experience with a Cyclone Mk2 front, apparently theirs had a weak pivot and it broke. I'll take a look at the ones on E-bay and see what they look like.

Thanks all!

-Steve

Isn't the Suntour 7 the one with all the holes drilled in it? I think I'd much prefer one of the other models.

I have two 7s of different ages, neither has holes in it but I think I know what you're talking about.