Posted by Steve Stevens from c-71-56-220-101.hsd1.co.comcast.net (71.56.220.101) on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at 2:38PM :
In Reply to: R2-001 Delivered and Ridden posted by Bob from localhost (123.30.83.20) on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at 9:10AM :
Here is an initial report ...
The bike is lovely! I am impressed with the
spokes - you did get the butting of them done well and the strength of the wheel is apparently really good. Also, on mounting, I found no "Tail Wag" as often happens on repro or light original bikes. It is very positive feeling. The step is just like the original and is attached with a safety screw recessed.
I always add a safety screw to my originals so the "Adjustable" steps do not adjust downward when I am on them. This is a nicer finish on the screw than I do.
As for sliding into the saddle, it was very easy and the saddle comfort (as expected of a Townsend or Brooks long distance saddle) was quite excellent. Control in the saddle was quite similar to my 1885 55 inch Rudge Light Roadster. There was the same feel in the steering and the braking was positive.
I will note that all riders will want to get the saddle adjustments to a position to fit their purpose and body. I like to be low to the backbone and well back. I did the adjustments to slide the saddle clip which is
on the backbone down and back ... and then positioned the saddle on it. Since I have a long back and short arms, this is important for control for me. I also like a higher than normal grip position. Working with the
saddle as it is supplied (adjustements) allowed me to get my proper fit.
In dismount, the step again was positive and there was no tail wag of the bike.
I have not done a long ride ... due to my focus on getting ready for my radical prostate cancer surgery ... but I will try to do so ... as time allows. I did have a neighbor who rides well also give it a try.
He also likes it very much.
We both were impressed with the workmanship which was very apparent in every aspect of the bike ... and the amazing workmanship in the shipping crate... many welds to the frame for the tie downs.
Steve
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