Is it possible to transform it from a fixie to a single speed? If so, what are the proper tools required?
1387768
Yes it can be single speed the back tire has 2 cogs the thicker cog is for single speed and the thinner being fixed. I started out riding single speed now I ride fixed. Great bike at great price.
1387769
If you want to be able to pedal backwards freeky. Simple flip the rear wheel. It's a flip hub which means one side is fixed and the other is single speed. Stay coastin.
2275224
You need the necessary tools. Allen wrenches and an adjustable wrench will do. Chain might be a little tight, I would assemble it and get a tune up for an extra 50. It is worth noting that these rims arent built for brakes so you might want to assess that by losing one of the brakes or both, and ride fixie instead.
1970026
if you know a little about bikes you can just switch the back wheel, you must know how to tighten the chain though, witch is the real challange, i would just take it to a bike shop, they shoulnt charge you more than 15 dollars
870933
Yes you do. It is not difficult if you can use a wrench. It took around 30 minutes plus some fine tuning. It may or may not be required to tune up the gears. If it does you can do it yourself (info is on the internet and it is not hard) or take it to a bike shop. I found that everything went together and operated pretty well.
1411336
I threw this very same Sunlite 103mm BB on an old Trek for the purpose of converting to single speed. Now depending on your frame..You may need a somewhat longer Spindle or BB.Or it could possibly be a Front derailleur adjustment issue.Good luck! Eddie
1577017
No. I haven't been able to find ones that can be retro fitted for this bike. Looks like you have to change the entire axle.
313953
You would need an appropriate wrench as it does not have the quick release spindle. I purchased one for about $20 from a local bike shop.
735593
Yes, I was able to convert my 29er to QR with a set of these... You'll also need to order the front wheel to the set. If you need it...
1466359
Trickier than you might think. These are spaced narrow, standard road is 130. You'll need to put axle spacers, make sure your crank spindle length is correct and possibly flip or space your chainring. Chain line is probably the hardest part of the conversion.
224416
I do believe your present bike is also a 7 speed as is the freewheel your giving thought to purchasing.A special tool is needed to remove the current freewheel from your wheel.Best option, take your wheel and your new gears (freewheel) to a bike shop.They'll swap them out for a few bucks.Check the chain length after you replace the wheel.That freewheel is a good. I bought one myself.Ride safe. Have fun !
1508655
Depends on the existing deraileur, things like long cage and shifter components being shimano compatible have to be there. Chain length may need to be addressed.
1671793
Go to a local bike shop that sells tools. That is how I got mine. There are a couple different styles of tools and you need to get the right one.
844488
Yes it is, and will not work. You can use a xt 9 speed derailleur for your intended purpose. Hope this helps.
152365
It came with instructions. You will need your own tools. Adjustable wrench, water pump pliers, allen wrenches, and screw drivers. I had to adjust the shifters, and derailleurs in order to make it shift right. (10,11,12,13,14,15mm wrenches or sockets would also work) The seat sucks, and I replaced it with a seat rated for fat guys. All in all I'm happy with this bike for the time being.
412718
Hi Melissa, you could and not a bad ideal,but you would have to take off the following items - crack assembly, peddles, chain, chain housing/cover and training wheels. Hope that helps. Chris
630019
The bike comes with skinny tires. To convert to a flat handle bar system you will need to get the new handle bar, swap out the breaks and maybe redo the break cables because of the length. This is a horrible bike that I returned to amazon. It is not worth the money.
1487034
partially, you need to put on seat, pedals and adjust handlebars. Not too complicated. An allen wrench is a must!