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Post by bikee1999 on Mar 24, 2010 23:19:31 GMT -5
 I just purchased a BikeE FX, but judging from the exterior condition, some rust, chains dirty and rusted, etc., it needs some work. I need the manual, since its quite a bit different from the AT. I tried to get some data on the individual components as most seem to be SRAM, but even though their website lists components back to the 80's there is no mention of their hubs! You can email me direct with a manual as an attachment. If anyone knows anything about the Sram 7.0 hubs, and the bottom brackets, could you tell me how well "sealed" they are and if they need to be disassembled and repacked. Any other info or thoughts would be helpful. Thanks, Barry
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Post by tutorblk on Mar 26, 2010 11:19:46 GMT -5
Hi - I downloaded this extract from the SRAM "Gear Hub Systems" manual in 2008. It's for the 2002 DualDrive hub, probably not your model, but perhaps it will do as a guide? See page 8 for exploded view, page 9 for "lubrication". I don't have anything FX-specific yet (I ride a 2002 CT). Cheers, Brian Attachments:
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Post by tutorblk on Mar 26, 2010 11:22:27 GMT -5
And here's the standard BikeE manual, I don't think it mentions FX. Keep the 'bent grin! Brian Attachments:
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Post by tutorblk on Mar 26, 2010 11:35:48 GMT -5
And finally ! ... have you read the tips on wonkity.com/~wblock/bikestuff/bikeetip.html - it has some specs and tips on removing the lockring on the casette - again, might not be your hub! All the best with your maintenance - you'll just be in time for warm weather - maybe!! (It's getting colder here in NIreland, it should be warming up - must pedal harder ...) ;D |
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Post by pjespers on Mar 30, 2010 14:08:25 GMT -5
According to my local bike shop, the 3x7 hub is permanently sealed and does not need lubrication. BTW, I just had them replace my SRAM deraileur with a Shimano Altus and it works great with the SRAM twist grip shifters. I also got new cables from them as mine were shot. They sell cables and housings by the foot. They told me never to lubricate them either. Some kind of special cables I guess. I got a new chain also with those fancy master links that make it real easy to pop off the chain.
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Post by bikee1999 on Apr 3, 2010 0:08:36 GMT -5
Thanks for all the replys, any help is much appreciated. Unfortunately, the FX is not like the majority of BikeE's. It does not use a 3X7 hub, it is in fact the only real configuration BikeE make. It uses an 8 speed rear cogset, and two bottom brackets in front, one is a normal three speed chainring set. So the bike is a regular 24 speed, in a mountain style configuration and has full suspension, the Crain Creek in the back and a front shock on the stearing tube where it meets the fork. Unfortunately, there is no information to service this shock! It is also air, but I don't know what the internals are and it is currently flat. The air valve had a corroded cap, but it looks like the valve is ok. I have no Idea what pressure to pump it to or if it needs oil or has an internal spring. The bike came with a lowback seat that i'm currently in the process of trying to retrofit with a Sun Tommahawk (seat looks like the EZ-1, but is infact alloy with alloy mounts which will need to be retrofitted to the BikeE frame). So, I'm a long way from riding at the moment and none of the local bike shops can deal with any of the BikeE's, none the less this hard to find model. Anyone who knows anything about this bike or has the FX manual, please HELP!
Thanks Againl,
Barry
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Post by wprogers on Apr 3, 2010 9:30:44 GMT -5
Barry,
Is there a brand name on the front shock
When the cane creek shock on Lyn's NX 5.0 went down, I went to the Cane Creek web site and they had all the information I needed about the AD-5 shock
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Post by bikee1999 on Apr 4, 2010 0:10:17 GMT -5
wprogers,
No name or identifying marks on that front shock. Its totally unusual for a company like
BikeE, that sold so many "high ticket" items to vanish into thin air in such a short few years.
Many of the bike stores I've been to in Southern Oregon (which is somewhat removed from Corvallis in the top half of the state) mention they used to carry BikeE. But, none of them know much about them now! It's like a passing dream, you can't get much in first hand
information even in the state where the bikes where designed and built. Obviously, I will need to do all the work myself due to the lack of interest and knowledge in the local bike shops. However, my own efforts are running into a real lack of information. Its surprising how much technical information you need just to get the correct size and type of tools to
take this apart, none the less attempt to get it back to original specs.
Barry
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Post by tutorblk on Apr 16, 2010 17:02:27 GMT -5
Hi bikee99 Here are a few comments I hope you find relevant: I found them when surfing some archives: sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/BikeE/message/961 : >>The shock pressure should be your weight plus ten percent to start. You can adjust from there for a firmer or softer ride at your discretion. You'll need a special high pressure pump you can get at most any bike shop<< sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/BikeE/message/962 : >>It took 3 days to get the following information from Cane Creek and Englund, but here's what they recommended. Englund says to start with 225 psi on the front shock. Cane Creek says to start with your body weight on the rear. Both companies recommended that those are the starting points and to adjust from there depending on you riding style and terrain.<< I hadn't heard of 'Englund' before, but a quick google search revealed they were air suspension makers (alas, defunct as of 2009 I think); it seems they provided the suspension for the front of your FX, as this forum entry shows: www.roadbikereview.com/cat/2001-bikes-and-older/older-recumbent-bike/bikee-corp/PRD_28570_2506crx.aspx : >>Air suspension - Air is great in that it is highly flexible. You can accomodate riders weighing 100 lb or 250 lb. Just pump it up or down. ... Cane Creeks have an extremely solid record ... On this bent ... the ... AD-5 does not have any rebound adjustment. The suspension seems very good ... The front is fairly responsive though it needs a lot of pressure (I run 250 psi for 190 lb rider); this increase in performance over the rear is probably because the front uses an Englund air cartridge. 40 mm isn't a lot of travel, but it makes a big difference. << So: Englund (ie Total Air) front, Cane Creek AD-5 rear. At least you now have a maker for the front shock & I hope that helps you find a solution. IMHO if I couldn't easily replace the shocks with a modern alternative, I'd look for some method to make them rigid, so the bike is at least rideable. Personally I like rubber / elastomer (which I think is where Englund started) but a friendly welder might be needed  |
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Post by Robin Parkes on Apr 25, 2010 5:00:53 GMT -5
I have always found Mike Librik of Easy Street Recumbents very helpful when it comes to BikeE maintenance. Here is a link to his website www.easystreetrecumbents.com/ |
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Post by tutorblk on Jun 17, 2010 17:44:52 GMT -5
Hi - found a Supplement. Bit big so I've split it into 2 parts. Part A attached. Attachments:
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Post by tutorblk on Jun 17, 2010 17:45:18 GMT -5
And Part B Attachments:
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I just purchased a BikeE FX, but judging from the exterior condition, some rust, chains dirty and rusted, etc., it needs some work. I need the manual, since its quite a bit different from the AT. I tried to get some data on the individual components as most seem to be SRAM, but even though their website lists components back to the 80's there is no mention of their hubs!
