Bicycles that would fit in RV-10? - Page 3

Auburntsts · #21 07-07-2013, 11:33 AM

BikeFriday is an expensive choice. The internet is your friend--just do a little research and you'll come with lots of folding bike options. In fact, according to an article in this month's AOPA Pilot, there are over 100 folding bike manufactures worldwide. Here's three to prime the pump: Raleigh i8, Columbia 2P26S, & Montague X50.

zav6a · #22 07-07-2013, 12:00 PM

I am a fan of a real bike. Take a look at sandsmachine.com

Tons of good old light cromo frame mtb bikes out there for almost nothing too serve as donor bikes.

N15JB · #23 07-07-2013, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ajay

What if you are tall? The design seems to have a flaw, the taller you are the closer you become to the fixed handlebars.

I have a friend who is 6'8" and a very strong cyclist. He rides a Friday and a Tuesday(tandem) as far, and about as fast as those on regular single bikes.

Jim Berry
RV-10

woodmanrog · #24 07-08-2013, 04:10 AM

The Strida will fit through the baggage door as the handlebars fold easily. I am 6' tall and ride it with no problem. This is not saying that I would do a 20 mile ride but then I wouldn't do that with a regular bike either. I have taken it into a movie theater and stowed it against the seat next to me.

n981ms · #25 07-08-2013, 06:44 AM

Thanks Woodmanrog. Once through the door and situated, will one or two more fit?

Thanks again

woodmanrog · #26 07-09-2013, 06:45 AM

I'm just guessing based on my memory of the RV10 baggage door. I THINK 2 Stridas would fit one on top of the other but I won't swear to it. I would have to have a 10 to try it. If you have a measurement of the opening, I can give you a better answer. Contact me by email. woodmanrog@gmail.com

sproudly · #27 09-15-2013, 01:12 AM

The Novara Flyby from REI is the best value I've found. $600, 7 speed internally geared hub. The most I've done was about 25 miles with my 30 lb daughter in a steering post mounted kid seat, and that was no problem. I'd guess its easily good for double that. I'm told it is made by Dahon, and it looks very similar to the D7HG, although I believe the frame material is different.

I'm in the research phase of my -10 build, but I have a Pacer which has a similar sized baggage door and slightly smaller baggage area. It is pretty easy to get in and out, I take the seat post all the way out instead of sliding it down, and toss it in after, that makes it easier. We have two Flyby's and I can't fit two in if they are in the standard folded configuration, however taking the wheels off is easy enough, and that makes a huge difference. I haven't actually put two in, I took the wheels off one of them and put it in, and there was plenty of room for 2, perhaps 3.

rv8or · #28 09-15-2013, 01:53 AM

I have a Brompton and 2 of these will fit in the back of an RV6. I use the bike for commuting and it rides really well. They are not cheap but they are very very good. If you buy one I would recommend the 6 speed model and if you live in a hilly area get it with the 12.5% reduction in gearing. The front C bag can hold quite a bit as I use this to carry my computer along with files etc. 20lbs in this bag is no problem. Another recommendation is to get the rear rack as this not only can be used to put things on but protects the rear mudguard when folded. Tyre pressure can make a big difference in speed and is best at 100psi. I average in nill wind conditions on the flat 15mph and if the tyres at 80psi 13mph. I have two other bikes that I use a normal road bike and a mountain bike but I prefer my Brompton to ride by a good margin. I would also recommend that you try one to get the right combination of fit as there are a few options to suit different sized riders.

As per usual that's my 2p worth
Rob

marcrd · #29 05-27-2014, 06:07 AM

Hello guys,

could anybody please tell me the actual baggage door opening measurements.
I was very well educated on the rv-7 but now that is time to pull the plug our family needs are leading us towards the 10.
I have been looking for quite a while on the forum and online and I haven't been able to find the answer. I am sure somebody must have asked that already but I just haven't been able to find it.
I am also a Brompton user when I am home, and although not a cheap option I recommend it any day.
It would be nice to be able to fit it through the baggage door but I don't think it will.

Thanks

Marc

Lenny Iszak · #30 05-27-2014, 08:14 AM

I have a Dahon Speed P8 and a Downtube FS9.

The Dahon fits through the baggage door. Have to keep the seat post loose so it can slide a bit wherever you want it when you fit it in through the door, but it fits well.

I haven't tried the Downtube through the baggage door yet, I have that in its bag (get the bag too if you buy the bike) and strapped in with the seat belts into the back seats.

The Dahon is a better built bike, but the Downtube with its full suspension is way more comfortable. Not going to go into the details but the seats are no fun, so those must go before you ever get on any of these bikes.
I just got 3G seats the other day and they are much much better. The seats with the springs in the back also make the suspensionless Dahon more comfortable.