Does the bike come with broad tires (i.e. 32" girth as against the narrow tires common to road bikes whose girth varies from 18" to 23")? Is it easy to convert to a flat handle bar? I did see a few customer images of the same GMC Denali with flat handle bars. Were the conversions easy and affordable (considering the bike only costs $159 at this point in time?) Thanks. Does the bike come with broad tires (i.e. 32" girth as against the narrow tires common to road bikes whose girth varies from 18" to 23")? Is it easy to convert to a flat handle bar?... » Read More Does the bike come with broad tires (i.e. 32" girth as against the narrow tires common to road bikes whose girth varies from 18" to 23")? Is it easy to convert to a flat handle bar? I did see a few customer images of the same GMC Denali with flat handle bars. Were the conversions easy and affordable (considering the bike only costs $159 at this point in time?) Thanks. « Show Less
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The tires are very narrow, it works well on smooth paved trails but would be difficult to ride on rough roads. I do not know about converting to flat handle bars, but that is a good idea and I will now look into for my son.
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it does come with road tires [700cc skinny tires]. broad tires may not fit flat handle bars: if you have the funds and time I'm 100% sure the handle car can be changed like any other bike. my advice, do not look at the price, get something you like from the start
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I had raised this question a while ago. I ended up purchasing the same bike. It came with 32mm tires. I was successfully able to change the handle bars to a flat one (~ $40). I have had it for a year now and use it almost every day biking from home to school and back (~ 7 - 8 miles). The bike is sturdy and has handled well so far.
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The tires on mine are 700x28. To change to flatbar, you would have to either find a threaded/quill stem that would fit the handlebar that you want to buy. Handlebars usually run about $25 plus $10 for the grips, stem perhaps another $20. You would need new brake cables ($8), gear cables ($8), new brake levers/shifters ($40 a set). Otherwise, you would have to buy a new fork ($50-$200 depending on material), headset ($40), spacers ($5), stem (about $25), handlebar grips ($10) and handlebar ($25), plus the gear and brake cables and shifters/brakes as noted above.
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Not sure what you mean by 32" girth, but mine came with 32mm width tires and that is pretty wide for a road bike. I've replaced the handle bars too so it can be done. Anything's possible if you put your mind to it. :) Also, it comes with the Shimano Revo shifters which are perfect for flat handle bars.
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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.
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I bought new narrower tubes. I didn't put them in, I just squeezed the old ones in. The tires are great! It kept me from buying a road bike last year.
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Yes, no problem- but you're at the very upper end of heght range for this size / model its only a 17.5 / 44 cm frame, plus this is key, its just a 24" wheel model. It will look / feel like a toy bike under you. My girl is 4' 7" (55") and its a great fit for her. For your height, consider the 19" / 50cm-SM- Mens Denali, or the Womans Giordano, I think, is offered in the same 19" / 50cm size - either of these would have the larger 700c wheels - their height range would fit 4'10" - 5'6". Hope this helps....keep riding !
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Hi Ed, I converted 12" to 304.8 mm, I then entered 0305 into the computer and it took, no problem. Some advice, First you need to determine the exact tire diameter in MM. To do this is pretty easy. 1st, place the tire air valve so that it is in the 6 o'clock position and mark the floor with Tape, erasable marker or even a tooth pick. Then move the bike forward till the tire valve again reaches 6 o'clock and mark the floor then measure the distance between the 2 points with a tape measure. If your tape is not metric, no problem, just Google "Convert X inches, including any fractions to MM" and google will do it for you instantly. Please note that this and many other brands will tell you to have the rider sit on the Bike while moving from point a to b as the tire will flatten slightly and give you a very slight but different measurement. I did not do this, my reading was exactly 2000 mm and that works for me. you can also go to 'youtube' and enter "how to measure tire circimference on a bike for a cycling computer" and see someone do it. Another thing to keep in mind is that No Cycling Computer Mfr will tell you where on the wheel spoke to place the Magnet or the Transmitter. Why? because it doesn't matter. Some people claim it is better near the hub while others will say it is better near the rim. Technically the hub spins faster than the rim, but you'll notice the valve and the hub reach full circle at the EXACT SAME TIME. I placed mine closer to the Rim 'cause it does not stand out (I will post a picture) and the wireless transmitter being closer to the computer will give me better performance over a longer period of time. I hope this answers your question and then some. BTW, this computer is a lot easier to set than others that have way more functions added. Instructions for U4w http://en.echowell.com.tw/wp-content/uploads/U4w-Setting.pdf AND http://en.echowell.com.tw/wp-content/uploads/U4w-Installation.pdf
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Not sure but maybe. I own a 10 hp 26 wide Sno-Devil brand machine sold by Menards and tires on it are called 4:10 x 3:50 x 6. I was able to install the chains but just barely. The tires have big knobs so I had to deflate the tires, and use 2 wrench tools to force them on.(very hard) When done it looked like 1 cross link was missing, but they did help a lot in the snow which we had a lot of. I've installed chains before and these were "too hard" to install sized as they were. These were too small. If they had 2 or 3 more links, and 1 more cross chain they would be fine. If I were to buy again, I'd choose the next bigger size and plan to cut off whatever was too much. Not sure but maybe. I own a 10 hp 26 wide Sno-Devil brand machine sold by Menards and tires on it are called 4:10 x 3:50 x 6. I was able to install the chains but just barely. The tires have big knobs so I had to deflate the tires, and use 2 wrench tools to force them on.(very hard) When done it looked like 1 cross link was missing, but they did help a lot in the snow which we had a lot of. I've installed chains before and these were "too hard" to install sized as they were. These were too small. If they had 2 or 3 more links, and 1 more cross chain they would be fine. If I were... » Read More Not sure but maybe. I own a 10 hp 26 wide Sno-Devil brand machine sold by Menards and tires on it are called 4:10 x 3:50 x 6. I was able to install the chains but just barely. The tires have big knobs so I had to deflate the tires, and use 2 wrench tools to force them on.(very hard) When done it looked like 1 cross link was missing, but they did help a lot in the snow which we had a lot of. I've installed chains before and these were "too hard" to install sized as they were. These were too small. If they had 2 or 3 more links, and 1 more cross chain they would be fine. If I were to buy again, I'd choose the next bigger size and plan to cut off whatever was too much. « Show Less
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Max tire width depends on your rims and your tube. There are a number of charts out there that I find a little confusing that will tell you widths your rims will support. If in real doubt talk to your local bike shop (though they can also be a little confusing). I went with the 2 inch version because I used them on a hard tail mountain bike and was replacing ~2 inch off road tires so I knew they'd work, now I'm on 1.85 inch tires just because one of these blew and I needed a replacement.
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I have had trouble in the past with getting the tires to fit a small rim....they are wide. I would encourage trying it out at a bike shop first before ordering them. I was able to get them on my bike but mine were 700x28c. That is the smallest I think i would go. They were somewhat difficult to fit....and barely did at that!
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Check your bikes there seems to be two different bikes, that or similar, on Amazon.com. the one I purchased has handlebars that are closer. And did not cost as much as the other one.
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I wish I knew as well. What I'm coming across is that most bikes have a maximum weight of around 250-275. It's actually very hard to find bikes that will work for a heavier rider without bending the wheels. They to look for a sturdy steel frame, possibly a mountain bike, & get the thick knobby tires. I'm still searching to find one that will work for me too. I wish Schwinn would answer these questions.
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Yes, actually the tires are very wide. Good for cross country. Not Good for speeding,.... Shifting is done with the handles! Hope That helped, great bike
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I bought the 29er and mounted it with the Stans no Tube kit. No issue! I've been riding this tire for a year now, great traction, rolls well. I like it!
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This can depend on the type of bike. I'm assuming you're referring to that the wheel you purchased isn't fitting in between your bike frame. If you buy a mountain bike wheel, it may not necessarily fit on a street/speed bike or thin racing bikes. You can also fit various size tires on certain wheels. So while your tire can say 26x1.75, it may not be what was meant for the wheel. Easiest way to know what size wheel to get (beyond consulting your owners manual) is to measure and look for a wheel for your type of bike. (Also, keep in mind if you're looking for a standard wheel or one with a quick release set-up) What is disconcerting is tires can differ between manufacturers. (Check on your wheel and see if measurements are listed on it as well)
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I tried using the 26"x2.1" tubes on these tires to try to save money. I think the tube was too big cause the tire blew up. You need the right tube. I ended up getting 26"x1.5" tubes and it worked great. I did the Trans America three years ago on these tires, and only had one flat. I still have these tires. They wear very well.
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INdividually. A local bike shop offered to "get one" for me for $60. I got I myself with just a few clicks from Amazon for half his price. Be aware that this tire is not white but more like manilla. Another bike shop tried to sell me a pure white one trying to convince me that it is the same but mellows to manilla over time.
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No idea. Finally gave up on it, tossed it, and ordered a different bike. Once the B R F Bike broke--there was no fixing it. The handlebar contraptions kept coming off no matter how we tried to toghten them. Sorry to disappoint.
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The website has answers. It is not the world's lightest mountain bike. I bought mine 2 years ago, and it weighed in at 34 pounds delivered, 10% more than the specs promised. This is the 18 inch. As for materials, frame, handlebars, most of the fork, and the wheels are aluminum. My seatpost is steel. Having said that - trust the Montague website, as the components probably can vary over time.
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The wheel is 700 x 25. You want tubes that are 700 x 25. Usually tubes will come in ranges. Most common range is 700x18-23 and 700x20-25. Both will actually fit the tire as tubes expand easily. If you do decide to use 700x18-23, go 10 less than the maximum PSI on the tires. If you go 700x20-25, you're can just fill it up to the maximum PSI.This bike does not require the valee to be a schrader valve. Presta works as well. I have prestas on mine as they are easier to work with when you need to deflate for quick changes.