to have improved the folding joint..
with beefed up components.
a push tab to unlock.
quick release lock instead of magnet to hold the fold.








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Ubike from taiwan, is yet another folding bike maker who claims
to have improved the folding joint.. with beefed up components. a push tab to unlock. quick release lock instead of magnet to hold the fold. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() This post has been edited by H2D: Sep 23 2014, 03:48 PM |
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QUOTE(andrewhtf @ Sep 23 2014, 03:32 PM) i am a motorbiker. chain cleaning and lubing is essential for steady wear rate and prolong chain life. also a lubed chain is less noisy than a dry one. but that is on motorbike. on bicycle where less torque (relative to a bike) are applied on the chain and cogs, i may understand your view. Motorbike highspeed ler, different. That one sure need lube.however habits just die hard and i would lube it with a thin coat of oil when possible. just like my motorcycle chain, i would wipe with a rag cloth soaked with WD40, leave dry, then just run a line of singer oil onto the whole chain and then go for a short ride to cycle through all the cogs. however singer oil is a tad too wet so some fling-off are possible. old engine oil meanwhile is dirty as they grease up with dirt over time. dry lube looks dirty to me too. WD40 I dare not to try, it looks like it makan everything for me, from rust to oil, it just makan all.. Apocalyptic! QUOTE(H2D @ Sep 23 2014, 03:35 PM) dry lube is suppose to attract less dust n won't have that much stain when u accidentally touch it. I'm thinking to try candlewax on the chain. Workable?try it, tho it might be pricey. And I've a few bottles of car waxing liquid(just spray and let it dry type), workable? |
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For quiet running and smooth shifting, you must lube the chain and pivot joints of your derailleur. Bicycle maintenance is not a clean job, just wear disposable gloves.
WD40 is not a lubricant, do not use on chains. Always use lubricant designed for chains. Less wear on chains, chains stretches less, less wear on sprockets. |
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QUOTE(desastar @ Sep 23 2014, 04:57 PM) For quiet running and smooth shifting, you must lube the chain and pivot joints of your derailleur. Bicycle maintenance is not a clean job, just wear disposable gloves. no it is not. but it is a good, non-oil cutting cleaning agent. like kerosene.WD40 is not a lubricant, do not use on chains. Always use lubricant designed for chains. Less wear on chains, chains stretches less, less wear on sprockets. |
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QUOTE(desastar @ Sep 23 2014, 05:36 PM) Yes, I do use it to clean oily surfaces, but not spraying into chains or bearings as it will dry it out. Well i do apply WD40 on the chain and wipe it clean with cloth before applying another layer of chain lube~~~i watch it on youtube~~the guy mention WD40 has very strong penetration power~~but not meant to act as lubricants~~ |
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QUOTE(jackthc @ Sep 14 2014, 12:53 AM) Hi sifus Hi sifus,I'm newbie here Need your advice I plan to buy a foldable bike budget around 3K Prefer to be comfort and speed Which brand and model should I go for? About to confirm buying Tern Verge P20, VansUrban selling RM 4500 less 5% Is there any other shops give better discount? Is there any other bikes suggestion beside Turn Verge P20? Thanks |
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QUOTE(jackthc @ Sep 24 2014, 09:22 AM) Hi sifus, U oredi got $$$ can buy, no nid look elsewhere la...About to confirm buying Tern Verge P20, VansUrban selling RM 4500 less 5% Is there any other shops give better discount? Is there any other bikes suggestion beside Turn Verge P20? Thanks Or u wan add $$$ get a B instead? Sure u donlike B, else u won't look at the tern 4.5k for p18 add 2 more speed... many feel not worth it... |
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QUOTE(jackthc @ Sep 24 2014, 09:22 AM) Hi sifus, Try Kimbell Jaya, go to Facebook and search "Kimbell Jaya". They seldom use Facebook just whatapps them directly.About to confirm buying Tern Verge P20, VansUrban selling RM 4500 less 5% Is there any other shops give better discount? Is there any other bikes suggestion beside Turn Verge P20? Thanks |
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QUOTE(jackthc @ Sep 24 2014, 09:22 AM) Hi sifus, I have used the Terb Verge P18 and the Brompton.About to confirm buying Tern Verge P20, VansUrban selling RM 4500 less 5% Is there any other shops give better discount? Is there any other bikes suggestion beside Turn Verge P20? Thanks As an excellent long term solution for multimode transport the Brompton wins. For leisure rides and budget constraints then the Tern. Think about luggage options. A bike is not just for carrying people. But bags too. After you have bought a foldable then only you will understand what each type of bike's particular advantages are. For the Tern, I don't like the folding and portability. Fold it and see how stable it stands by itself. Imagine rolling it around a train station. Cheers. |
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