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Forum: Folding Bikes
05-22-08, 11:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 954
Posted By recumbenteer

I'm 240 and have ridden my Dahon MUP8 for about a...

I'm 240 and have ridden my Dahon MUP8 for about a 1000 miles with no problems.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-21-08, 06:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,053
Posted By recumbenteer

I weigh slightly more than the limit on the MUP8...

I weigh slightly more than the limit on the MUP8 and the bike handles perfectly well.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-20-08, 05:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,064
Posted By recumbenteer

The latest issue of Velovision has an in depth...

The latest issue of Velovision has an in depth review of the Dahon Cadenza and gives it s thumbs-up.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-08-08, 06:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,049
Posted By recumbenteer

I have a 2007 MUP8. I ride recumbents 90% of the...

I have a 2007 MUP8. I ride recumbents 90% of the time so I only have 700 miles on the Dahon so far. The components seem fine, nothing special but more than serviceable. The 2008 MUP8 hasa Neos...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-11-08, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 953
Posted By recumbenteer

I'm 240, 10 lbs over the limit for my Dahon MUP8....

I'm 240, 10 lbs over the limit for my Dahon MUP8. No problems after 700 miles and I don't anticipate any. If there were to be a problem, it would most likely be the wheels, and it is reasonably easy...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-04-07, 08:34 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,592
Posted By recumbenteer

Read "I'm 235, over the Dahon 230 weight limit." ...

Read "I'm 235, over the Dahon 230 weight limit." After grading a million term papers this week, you't think I'd catch my own writing erorrs.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-04-07, 08:30 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,592
Posted By recumbenteer

I'm 235 over the Dahon limit. My weight hasn't...

I'm 235 over the Dahon limit. My weight hasn't been a problem for my Raleigh Twenty (? mileage over the the five years Ive had it) or for my 2007 Dahon MUP8 (550 miles over the past year). The...
Forum: Commuting
11-23-07, 11:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,763
Posted By recumbenteer

cheaper pedal extenders

Search eBay for "pedal extenders." There are usually for sale, often under $30.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-08-07, 06:48 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,957
Posted By recumbenteer

The bead jack tool is made to put the tire back...

The bead jack tool is made to put the tire back on the rim. They cost all of about $12. Check the kool stop webpage to see what it looks like. IMHO, it is the most overlooked bike tool.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-07-07, 07:24 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,957
Posted By recumbenteer

Get a tire bead jack, a Dutch tool imported and...

Get a tire bead jack, a Dutch tool imported and sold by Kool Stop. It is a wonderful invention that helps with even the most difficult tire.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-23-07, 11:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,641
Posted By recumbenteer

I don't find putting a Dahon 20" bike in a...

I don't find putting a Dahon 20" bike in a suitecase much of a problem, in this case an MUP8 in a Samsonite Oyster. I do find it easiest to place the front wheel in a plastic bag and stowing it in...
Forum: Recumbent
10-04-07, 11:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,884
Posted By recumbenteer

My riding partner has used his Canto for over...

My riding partner has used his Canto for over 13,500 miles, and it is still going strong. The only real mechanical failure was the seat frame which was fixed under warranty.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-25-07, 06:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,000
Posted By recumbenteer

Several years ago I placed a magnet sold for...

Several years ago I placed a magnet sold for motorcycles to trip induction loops on one of my recumbents. It made no difference as far I could tell..
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-28-07, 04:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,526
Posted By recumbenteer

No, I've used my MUP8 for about five months and...

No, I've used my MUP8 for about five months and haven't had any problems.
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-16-07, 07:08 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 7,647
Posted By recumbenteer

I don't want to get into a Dahon vs. Downtube...

I don't want to get into a Dahon vs. Downtube slugfest; I really don't care that much. However, wll point out that the DT webpage comparison has errors. The Dahon MU P8 has waterbottle braze ons...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-18-07, 05:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,367
Posted By recumbenteer

I have a MU P8 which folds quickly without...

I have a MU P8 which folds quickly without problems-with practice. You might have to rotate the handlebars and extend the handlebar post (riser) before folding the frame
Forum: Recumbent
06-04-07, 09:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,133
Posted By recumbenteer

Do you have the XL frame? I have a F5 LE with...

Do you have the XL frame? I have a F5 LE with an XL frame (which has slightly different geometry and a fixed riser compared with the Enduro) with 8300 miles and I am slightly smaller than you. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-29-07, 10:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,854
Posted By recumbenteer

I bought a related model, the MuP8, several...

I bought a related model, the MuP8, several months ago. It replaces a 1975 Raleigh Twenty. I has some hesitation buying a Dahon given some problems people have had. However, I have been pleased. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-21-07, 10:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,682
Posted By recumbenteer

I just took delivery of a MU P8. I'm on the...

I just took delivery of a MU P8. I'm on the upper end of its weight limits, so I don't know how its long term reliability will be. I can say that the frame and handlebars are quite stiff guy. It...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-09-07, 06:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 681
Posted By recumbenteer

I'm 6' 1" and have no problems riding my Raleigh...

I'm 6' 1" and have no problems riding my Raleigh Twenty. I did get an long seatpost from Harris Cyclery
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