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    Hi guys,
    I wanted to get a new mountain bike. Saw a few options in trek and FF.
    I already have a rickety old hercules top gear that Im deadly attached to (though not enough to maintain it properly ). So I thought instead of buying a new bike, why not do a few modifications on it to make it more 'maadren'. I want to keep the sturdy old frame and forks and replace almost everything else....for starters a new set of tires, light weight handlebar, gears, and seat(that covers almost all the possibilities without chop-shopping Im guessing ). Are there any good aftermarket options or other bike spares that might fit on the frame? I want it to be of atleast trek quality. Budget ~5k-8k. Can someone advise?

    Sorry if a similar thread exists, I didnt spot one atleast.
    Last edited by 2strokerama; 02-11-2011, 08:30 PM.

  • #2
    May be you should get the cycle modded like the one you've in your avatar
    Sry @2strokerama, couldn't help commenting. Sry if it hurts!!!
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    • #3
      not a bad idea at all...my old 2t is more or less spare parts now anyway......maybe I can score some chicks with that new dejain bike.

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      • #4
        Originally posted by 2strokerama View Post
        not a bad idea at all...my old 2t is more or less spare parts now anyway......maybe I can score some chicks with that new dejain bike.
        Oh shit....it looks like a YBX tank....
        Never Give up on something that you can't go a day without thinking about.

        Cheers
        Ramesh Madhavan

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        • #5
          yes yes, enough making fun of the bikecycle....

          can some one help me with what I asked?

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          • #6
            Originally posted by rameshmadhavan View Post
            Oh shit....it looks like a YBX tank....
            That is a Malay RXZ 6speed body kit.

            Originally posted by 2strokerama View Post
            Hi guys,
            I wanted to get a new mountain bike. Saw a few options in trek and FF.
            I already have a rickety old hercules top gear that Im deadly attached to (though not enough to maintain it properly ). So I thought instead of buying a new bike, why not do a few modifications on it to make it more 'maadren'. I want to keep the sturdy old frame and forks and replace almost everything else....for starters a new set of tires, light weight handlebar, gears, and seat(that covers almost all the possibilities without chop-shopping Im guessing ). Are there any good aftermarket options or other bike spares that might fit on the frame? I want it to be of atleast trek quality. Budget ~5k-8k. Can someone advise?

            Sorry if a similar thread exists, I didnt spot one atleast.
            For the budget you have it will be a bit difficult to get parts of TREK quality. However you can get Alloy rims complete with disc brakes and tyres. Why dont you go for a Raleigh MTB [forgot the name] it comes with Shimano gears, front suspension, alloy rims and a front disc for around 7k.
            Try Bikeszone.com for mod tips.
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            • #7
              check this out.

              BikesZone - Cycling • View topic - Raleigh Bicycles

              The other one is the Raleigh elevation 2.0 and 3.0 . Available at Hypercity stores.
              1985 Yamaha RD350 HT
              1989 Ki-Honda 110
              1994 Suzuki Shogun
              1997 Yamaha RX135
              2008 Yamaha FZ
              Suzuki Supra Powerup
              IND-SUZUKI AX100
              Hero IMPULSE
              TVS NTORQ


              No Cams, No Valves, No Headaches.

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              • #8
                @yamdoot: Thanks for taking the trouble man. Well, as I mentioned before, current plan is give my topgear a partial overhaul.....basic changes on a necessity basis for now. So, in keeping the old frame and forks, Ive ruled out suspension but I want a new set of wheels i.e rims and tyres(I'll stick with stock rim-brakes for now), a good handlebar, seat, chain and gearing...not overkill, but enough for a comfortable intra-city dash and\or occasional offroading. Id rather not compromise on quality (affordable within my budget) and whatever I can save on new frame and forks, Id like to spend on other parts.....so Im hesitant on a new bike if I can build a good enough bike from the old bones.

                I'll check out those cycles(and others) if I can find some suitable parts. In the meantime, if its not too much trouble, can you suggest how I can break down my expenditure on the parts I want in the best possible way?

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                • #9
                  I had the same needs and went ahead.
                  My cycle which was stored away in my room for 16years is now back in action.
                  Its a Hercules MTB.
                  Perfect running condition, but I had to change some stuff.
                  I got the seat changed into a imported gel foam type so no more soreness.
                  Tubes changed, wanting to change the tyre too.
                  Added a water bottle holder (Btwin)
                  Water bottle (Puma)
                  Cyclometer (Cateye)
                  Headlight and rear blinker (Cateye)

                  Its a good looking bike now and do daily rides
                  But I am not able to do longer rides because the frame is small compared to the actual size for my height on imported cycles.
                  They cost around 1.5 Lakhs which I was not ready for so I am happy with short rides.

                  I would like to add gear system but I wonder whether it is possible.

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by Visaster View Post
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                    I would like to add gear system but I wonder whether it is possible.
                    Yes ,There are gear kits available from Shimano and other brands. around 1.5KINR- #KINR

                    I did it in my brothers Hercules Devil long time ago
                    Helmets On +
                    High-Beams Off And
                    Only Headphones I need is my Exhaust!!

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by 2strokerama View Post
                      Hi guys,
                      I wanted to get a new mountain bike. Saw a few options in trek and FF.
                      I already have a rickety old hercules top gear that Im deadly attached to (though not enough to maintain it properly ). So I thought instead of buying a new bike, why not do a few modifications on it to make it more 'maadren'. I want to keep the sturdy old frame and forks and replace almost everything else....for starters a new set of tires, light weight handlebar, gears, and seat(that covers almost all the possibilities without chop-shopping Im guessing ). Are there any good aftermarket options or other bike spares that might fit on the frame? I want it to be of atleast trek quality. Budget ~5k-8k. Can someone advise?

                      Sorry if a similar thread exists, I didnt spot one atleast.
                      Absolutely no chance it will be anywhere near 'Trek quality'

                      Why?

                      Simple - your frame is not even in the same league. Sorry to sound harsh but its a realistic critique. However, if it is a sentimental attachment, then go ahead, but its a waste of money to put quality kit on that frame. Cost - decent drivetrain will set you back 2k+. Decent gearing will cost you at least 5lk. Decent wheels will probably cost you at least 5k. Tyres alone cost about 2k each these days, depending on the quality. I haven't even mentioned a brakeset in this case. I don't even know if your Hercules Top Gear fork will be compatible with new wheels and brakes. You need to check that.

                      My advice - put local stuff on the bike for cheap if you are sentimental about it. Then use the rest of the money and add a bit more to buy a decent entry-level bike i.e. the BTwin Rockrider 5.0 from Decathlon.
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