The Downtube 2009 FS ( 9 speed full suspension) folding bicycle is here. Upgrades for the 2009 model include:
- Cold forged cranks.
- Sealed cartridge bottom bracket.
- Upgraded Stem with tighter tolerances and auto closing ( no need to push a button to close it )
- Disc compatible front hub & fork tabs.
The above are in addition to the 2008 FS features:
Preload adjustable transarch suspension fork.
Alloy lower stem
Rear disc tabs
Lightweight and easy to fold alloy pedals.
Alloy and stainless frame and stem quickreleases
Machined sidewall rims
Lowest price 9 speed folder brand in the world, all others cost over $1000!
Carbon fiber look on the shifter and d�railleur
Adjustable angle removable faceplate stem
24H/28H spoked front/rear wheels for lightweight
1.5" front tire (lighter than 2006 1.75")
Replaceable 48T chainring
Stainless Steel spokes
We believe that our product is
superior, and to insure your satisfaction we offer:
- 30 day satisfaction guarantee.
- 1 year warranty.
Always in stock and ready to ship!
Many ask why our bikes are so cost effective. The answer is simple, we design, import, distribute, and retail our own bikes. This efficiency saves our customers 50-70% over comparable quality bikes.
The Downtube FS was designed with safety and ease of
use in mind. Features added for your comfort and convenience include:
- Sub 10 second folding time.
- Mini barends. (With many folding bikes it is difficult to steer with a long
stem, barends solve this problem, but make the bike difficult to fold .
not with our mini barends - easy to turn and easy to fold!)
- Folding left and right pedals for compactness.
- Plastic chainring cover to make keep chain from getting dirt and grime in
your car or storage area. Also keeps the chain from falling off.
- Ding-a-ling bell to alert pedestrians and cars (packed in the bag)
- Extra wide handlebars to allow the rider to stretch out and feel comfortable.
- Super duper soft comfortable grips.
- Adjustable height stem allows bike to be used by kids and adults.
- Front and rear Quick Release skewers to quickly remove either wheel.
- Velo "love channel" saddle.
- Water bottle cage mount (only bike in its class with this feature)
High quality components and design was a premium goal with
this bike. Some of the quality parts include:
- Aluminum frame with aluminum swingarm (FS Model)
- Front suspension fork by Zoom with transarch and preload adjustment.
- 9sp JUJU upgrade option
- 48T front chainring.
- 11-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-32 SunRace cassette. A cassette is a huge upgrade from our competitors 7sp freewheel bikes. Freewheels are a "cheaper" type of cassette. Cassettes shift MUCH better than Freewheels
- Oversized 1 1/8" headset, for increased durability and performance.
- Quality V-brakes.
- Double wall 24/28H front/rear 20" alloy rims.
- Quality front and rear Kenda 20" tires.
Read About Downtube's History
All buyers should get their bike checked by a professional after receipt just
to be safe. Normally the brakes may be a bit off center, which is easy to fix,
the shifting will almost always be out, however turning the rear barrel adjuster
counter clockwise at most 2 times will fix the shifting issues, and the crank
bolts should be tightened. Ideally one wants a 35 degree knee bend
at the bottom of the pedal stroke. Arms should be loose and relaxed, and the
saddle angle should be level or slightly downward sloping......whatever is most
comfortable for the rider.
Detailed specs:
Folded size: approx 30 x 60 x 81 cm (12" x 23.6" x 33") rear swingarm is removable for super compact folding (used on airplanes and boats)
Weight: 27 lbs.
Folding time: 10 sec
Rider Height: 4'9"-6'4"
Rider Weight 245lb max
Frame: Xtra light Aluminum frame and swing arm with water bottle cage braze-ons
and balance bar with 850lb coil spring shock
Fork: Zoom fork with disc tabs for disc brakes
Saddle: Velo "love channel" saddle
Seat post: Kalin 500mm Aluminum seat post
Brakes: Aluminum V brakes with strong springs
Brake Levers: Aluminum Brake levers
Front wheel: Quando 24H QR hub w/Orlox V rim
Rear Wheel: Quando 28H QR cassette hub w/Orlox V rim
Tires: Kenda 20x1.5" front and 20x1.75" rear
Shifters: Sun Race 9sp with carbon fiber look
Cassette: Sun Race 9sp 11-32
Derailleur: Sun Race M90 9sp with carbon fiber look
Cranks: Prowheel aluminum 170mm 48T with chain guard
Chain: KMC
Pedals: Folding right and left
HI, AK, and Canada ship is $80
NO European shipping on 2009 FS models.
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