How to fold a folding bike

Fold the rear wheel of the folding bike forward, the front wheel toward the rear wheel, and then fold the handlebars down. The entire bike can be folded to fit inside a folding bag or in the trunk of a car. There is no need to use external tools during the folding process, and the bike can be folded and unfolded manually.

Selecting a bike

Wheel size

The mainstream products of folding bikes are 16 inches and 20 inches (other 12 inches, 14 inches, 18 inches), of course, there are 26 inches of products if you have special needs. Generally speaking, 16-inch and below size products are smaller after folding, which is good for collection and transportation, and more suitable for short-distance riding.

If you often have to ride long distances, you should consider 20-inch products, which are not only more comfortable to ride than 16-inch frames, but also faster. Of course, for longer distances, it's best to go with a derailleur.

Generally 14-inch folding bike folded up the effect between 77CM to 88CM, people in the city rail transportation is also easy to carry conveniently. Bicycle rims are small, but the speed is no less than 26-inch models, is an important means of transportation for people's urban mobility rest.

The frame material is divided

Mainly aluminum and steel, there are very few magnesium alloy, there are very few high-end products using carbon fiber material. If you often need to carry the car up and down the stairs, it is recommended that you choose aluminum frame products, most of such cars in about 10 kilograms, 20-inch general is not more than 12.5 kilograms. Not only is the weight lighter, but aluminum frame products also have a longer lifespan and you don't have to worry about rust.

Of course, you can not just take the weight as a single judgment indicator, the strength of the frame can not be ignored, some manufacturers in order to reduce the weight of the car, they are through the reduction of the thickness of the frame material to achieve, it is difficult to ensure that the frame has sufficient strength.

When choosing a bike, it's best to ride on it to try it out, not only to feel the strength of the frame, but also to test the ergonomics of the whole bike to see if it's reasonably designed, and a good design ensures that the riding posture is stretched out, and that you won't get fatigued even at long distances.

Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia - Folding Bicycle