Hi, I am thinking of having a hub generator (ShimanoDH-3N30 3 watt dynamo hub) mounted on the front wheel. I was told that the hub will need only 24 spokes on...
Hi, How do you know when it is time to replace the chain? According to the Birdy owner's manual, the chain should be replaced every 1500 miles. With a second...
We had spoke breakages with older REAR wheels with fewer spokes. You shouldn't have a problem with a 24 spoke FRONT wheel. If you're having it built up try...
You replace a chain when the pins, etc. wear so it appears the chain has "stretched". Any bike shop will have a tool they can measure this with. You can get...
Harris Cyclery has this generator listed on its website at http://sheldonbrown.com/harris/lighting/shimano.html Regards, Alister ============================ ...
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Hello, please help improve the quality of the wikipedia articles about Riese and Müller and the Birdy Bicycle. ... As wikipedia is in motion the above might...
... From: "sting30303" ... Hi Eric. Congratulations. I recently removed, re-lubricated and replaced the swingarm axles in our three Birdys. All the bearing...
Interesting information at http://www.birdy.com.au/technical.htm, answers question we just had about 24 spoke front wheel, and other bits. Nice pix of you two...
Just a reminder about that rear Swingarm Axle: This is the axle upon which the rear of the Birdy pivots when you fold. It is held secure by two (one on each...
well, I don't want to starta flame, but there's a new light around that is supposed to put out 20 watts. it has a rechargable battery that has somc concerns...
... hm, which folder ist high quality? Better were: "They are famous for designing and producing fully suspended bicycles only." ... Some frames. Birdy and...
Does the swingarm axle itself require maintenance/greasing over time, and if so what's the procedure? My wife's Birdy recently developed a squeak that sounded...
applying loctite/bolt locker on the privot screws/bolts is a great suggestion... i have replaced the privot screws with ti bolts and uses anti-seize lubricant...
... wheel ... in our ... haven't ... suppose the ... with a ... bearings then ... giving ... the rear wheel swingarm and the main frame of the bike... water...
Peter - I like the idea on your website for fixing the saddle and tube with a cable to stop the casual thief. That's neat. I thought about doing something like...
Birdy Review from Australian Cyclist: Rohloff Birdy The herren und damen at Reise and Müller clearly saw a market niche, plus a great opportunity to market...
From the Australian Birdy Manual: The Birdy's rear swing-arm is supported on a very precise and MAINTENANCE-FREE INA SEALED CARTRIDGE bearing, which REQUIRES...
I live in California and am a long-time (25 years) Moulton rider. I like the Birdy and want to test-ride and possibly buy one. I'll be in Germany and Austria...
Hi Mark, ... of course, a brake or shifting cable is not very strong and can be cutted easily. But I think a saddle is stolen very spontaneously in most cases....
The US prices on Birdy tend to be about 20% less in US then European prices. So it is unusual to buy in the way you are thinking unless it is a model not in...
Selection and availability are normally better in Europe, unless things have changed. I don't know about a 20 per cent price difference but a VAT rebate would...
Hello Ian, The beauty of the Birdy is that it does travel easily in a carry bag that checks as regular luggage and it is doubtful that customs will challenge a...
There are actually two ways to claim a rebate - if the bike shop is set up as you described, it's true that there is a handling fee - that's because the...
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