JTK77,

Am trying to identify the Galfer rotors that you used but I am not sure of the exact model. F223/R203 do not give me any results.  Could you please advise me? Also, did you purchase them direct from Galfer?

Thank you,

George

Leery?  You are being way too kind. I'm downright suspicious.  A person jumps on here with one post and landblasts Rad with some dubious claims without substantiation and then disappears.  I would recommend that the moderator consider deleting the comment altogether. 

George

Curious why Mockett had to reach tech support....

Quote from: Tony on February 12, 2021, 08:00:04 AM
Yes, I've just fitted that seat post and it does move your seat back.

WoW...is that not what I said?

I am not sure what RAD bike you own, however, if you have moved the seat as far back as possible as you state and you still need a bit more adjustment, you might consider a suspension seat post. This will do two things, first it will provide you with a bit more cushion on the seat itself thereby perhaps making any seat a bit more comfortable and it will give you a bit, about an inch, more play to move the seat back.  I know that is not much.

Here is the suspension seat post which you can get from RAD.

https://bit.ly/3dlCw5Z

I know it's a bit pricey.  Another option is to take your bike to a bike shop and they may be able to help you and may have a better idea to get you comfortable.

George

Well then, let's take a look at the 9,692 items that make up your criteria.....steam engine, microwave, airplane, telegraph, harvester, lightbulb, typewriter, x-ray, gunpowder, clock, television, automobile and least we forget, vaccines........  and your point is?

Oh, yes. Provided you have a significant long enough downhill in order to put your feet up and enjoy your cappuccino.

Yup, I am waiting for April 1, 2016....when it gets here I'll have me a new self driving bike....

Sorry RAD, here is what I am getting on April First....

https://youtu.be/LSZPNwZex9s

George

Thanks very much for your comparison and analysis.  Helps me to decide to leave well enough alone.

George

Yes, the bite is there so no flip flops.... Actually, they are great to have. Feel well planted with no issues and, of course, I am much faster now.....

Am a bit distressed, however, temperature is dropping tomorrow to 58 but I guess winter is on it's way until February, then Spring arrives.

For Xmas I received a set of Shimano pedals and given our 70 degree weather all this week I decided to put them on.  The pedals are about the same size in terms of length and width as the stock pedals but it's the spikes that are a bit higher that really keep your shoe in the pedals.  The height of the spikes are adjustable to your liking and you can mix and match as you might want.  A series of provided washers allows you tailor the height.  In the package was also about a dozen extra spikes, I suppose in case they wear out.... not likely in my view unless they get damaged somehow.  The construction appears to be more robust than stock. They say, Chromoly Steel. 

I got them at https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=90916

Shipment was rapid with excellent communication..... and I would highly recommend them.

George

You have several alternatives for a stem extension.  I went with this one from Amazon and it has worked out great.

FOMTOR 31.8 Adjustable Stem 90mm / 110mm 0~60 Degree MTB Adjustable Handlebar Stem for Most Mountain Bike Road Bike MTB (Only Fit 1.25"/31.8mm Handlebar)


Here are some photos of it installed.  There is very good adjustment with this both for height and rake and it has transformed the bike for me from a standpoint of comfort.

George

I certainly understand your preference for a blinking front headlight although I don't particularly care for them.  Cars and motorcycles certainly don't use them for good reason which is why this larger diameter light fits my needs better and I believe makes me more noticeable, if you will, than the stock light during daytime and twilight conditions.

I am also not fond of replacing batteries and or charging lighting devices and the fact that this runs off the bikes's battery, turns on/off easily without having to fiddle around looking for some minuscule button just makes things easier for me.

Again, for those that require a proper night time headlight this may not be the best option. While certainly better than the stock light, which isn't saying much, i would not recommend it for regular nighttime riding.  It just doesn't have the depth and width I would associate with a proper light. 

However, for my purposes it is perfect, albeit a bit pricey with shipping and tax.

George

Just received the upgraded front headlight for the Rover5.  Took a good long while for it to be in stock but RAD notified me that they had them so here it is. 

Let me first start out by saying I am not a night time rider. I purchased this for the increased daytime visibility it produces and for the twilight times when I don't get home before dark.

First off, it is considerably larger than stock. Super easy to install and I left the included grid protector on. Visibility wise I would say it is twice as large as stock and the light has a nice halo glow to it.  Fit and finish is excellent and it is stamped RAD power bikes on the rear.  The mount is also much better than stock. 

George