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Hi Mussels, I haven't had any probs with chain coming off so far, but early days.. I think the wheel is not perfectly true, how much out it is, and how much difference truing it would make to the frame proximity problem I don't know, it doesn't look too bad to me and my instinct is it won't...

I had this happen to me once too... somehow someone got hold of my credit card details and tried to place an order online with tesco direct of all places! My credit card company (Barclaycard) put a block on my card and notified me right away. Full marks to them for spotting it. I have a...

Hi Rog, I can't imagine riding 40 miles! That's quite some distance to cover, did you take lots of breaks? I was getting a bit uncomfortable today after my 18 miles even with my super comfortable saddle. Didn't help wearing jeans mind. When I got back I felt thoroughly exercised and the old legs...

More pictures.. Alvechurch Parish village in Worcestershire.. Could you get any more English than that?! As well as fish and chip shop there was a nice old pub, but silly me I didn't bring any money, so no chips or beer for me. The next village I came to was Hopwood, just outside...

18 miles on 5ah battery, thumbs up for small battery power Phew. What a brill ride that was...I just LOVE my ebike, can't wait until summer :D I covered an incredible amount of distance and was cycling for 2 hours non-stop nearly.. I wanted to push my little 5Ah battery to the limits again...

Hi Caph, I just got back.. thanks for your comment.. yes I have the battery hanging off the handlebar in that little bag..it's secured with velcro straps but I want to modify it to make it quick release (can't find a ready-made QR bag the right size for my set up).. You're right about the LCD...

Thanks guys, that's reassuring to know.. I should of explained better that I did try adjusting the brake block position but even at the very bottom of the slot it was still too high so then bringing the wheel forward seemed the only way.. I figured I might need to true the wheel as I checked it...

Hi all, Hope you're enjoying the lovely weather and having a good weekend.. I was up last night until 3am!! working on my bike (didn't even notice the time) getting it ready for a ride today as the weather is too nice to stay in.. I re-fitted my Schwalbe Marathon tyres this time with Schrader...

I'm hoping someone with a bit of experience maintaining bikes can help me with this one, couldn't find any definitive answers online... I've just changed the tyres on my bike and also adjusted the gears (previously downgraded from 21-speed to 7-speed)... now, when I put the rear wheel back in...

no camera for morphix Nice quality for such an inexpensive little camera. I had to send mine back as it was faulty and after waiting 12 days they told me they don't know when they will get any replacements. Boo.

I have been worried about him also since he hasn't been on for months it seems and he used to post regularly.. I also wonder how he's getting on with his Chinese battery.. glad to hear he's ok and just taking a break from forum..

Laura makes an excellent point and something I've always wondered about too.. I find it somewhat hypocritical to try and regulate and restrict bikes that pose far less danger to the public and road users, than speeding in cars does. Why doesn't the government force car manufacturers to...

That's a real shame to hear Allen. I expect there's a lot of people in your situation.. I just wonder how realistic it will be to enforce this law and whether the police will actually bother to check bikes.. This also raises more questions, which perhaps flecc or someone more knowledgeable...

I already got a small case coming now from China so I'm good..but thanks for the offer anyway. Was surprisingly cheap compared to UK prices..$8 including shipping.. I also got a little one for controller $2.30.

I Hate Presta Valves!!!!! Got my presta valve adaptor this morning...is it just me or are these valves a total pain in the ass to inflate? As fast as I pump air in, it's escaping as the pump isn't making a proper seal over the valve.. never had this problem with the pump on Schrader valves...

Recycling good stuff.. You know I'm in the market for a battery case but for my little 5Ah :D battery, you wouldn't believe how difficult/expensive it is to find anything! Shocking the price of ABS enclosures at the dimensions I need. I had to look to China in the end...way of most things eh.

That is a very good price yes for a decent lock, I paid around £22 for mine I think also from eBay but that was last year. The cable is useful if you have quick release saddle, wheels etc, or just to act as an additional deterrent you could put it through the wheels. I don't know if that one...

You will get both I think.. I'm no expert on the technical side of this but I've seen it said on the forum that bigger batteries will be able to cope better when maximum power is needed for more demanding riding like up hills or on throttle, compared to smaller batteries.. You will still be...

You sound like a someone who knows what kind of bike you like to ride and are quite particular.. finding an electric bike that meets your requirements may be difficult, but not impossible if you're prepared to look at the top end and use the financing option.. I can't recommend any particular...

While on the subject of throttles...can anyone confirm that the UK pedelec law revisions designed to harmonise UK law with EU directive will make throttles offering power without pedalling illegal on new bikes? If so, will manufacturers be able to get around this by making the throttle...