Bike Types

J.C. Higgins 3-speed bikes were primarily produced during the 1950s and 1960s. J.C. Higgins was a brand sold by the Sears, Roebuck and Company, and the bikes were often made by various manufacturers for Sears. The 3-speed models were particularly popular during this era, catering to consumers looking for versatile and practical bicycles.

The name of the company was Murray Ohio Manufacturing Company- not "Murray of Ohio" as bicycle web sites seem prone to say. It NEVER had such a name and how it got morphed that way in the hobby and the Internet is a mystery. And Murray's serial numbering system had absolutely NOTHING to do with Schwinn's system.

A Forma bike typically refers to a type of bicycle designed for performance and comfort, often featuring a lightweight frame and ergonomic design. While the term "Forma" may not refer to a specific brand or model, it can denote bikes that prioritize aerodynamics and efficiency, making them suitable for both recreational and competitive cycling. These bikes may come in various styles, including road, mountain, or hybrid configurations, depending on the intended use.

The Hopper electric bike is produced by Hopper, a company known for its innovative designs and focus on urban mobility. The bike features a compact, foldable design, making it convenient for city commuting and storage. Hopper aims to provide eco-friendly transportation solutions through their electric bike offerings.

To determine the age and model of a Western Flyer bicycle with the serial number 06152556, you would typically need to consult specific resources or databases that track serial numbers for Western Flyer bikes, as the information can vary by year and model. Generally, Western Flyer bicycles were produced from the 1940s to the 1980s. If you have access to the bike's features or design details, they can also help identify the model more accurately.

The Tretwerk Race Bike Arrox 3.0 offers solid performance for its price, featuring a lightweight frame and reliable components suitable for casual riders and those new to cycling. While it may not compete with high-end models in terms of advanced features, it provides good value for entry-level enthusiasts. Overall, it's a decent choice for budget-conscious riders looking for a reliable bike for recreational use. However, it's always recommended to compare with other options in the same price range to ensure it meets your specific needs.

The bicycle was invented using already existing materials, so no new material was developed for the bicycle.

It depends. If your lucky you can sell it for $800-$900. Normally they sell for around $275. In my own experience, I've seen one sell for $520 at an auction.

20.25 or 20.5 there both good for that height

Nexus is a type of gear hub made by Shimano, who happily sell their hubs to several different bicycle manufacturers. Hence you can find Nexus hubs on bikes of different brands.

OK, what are are these various brands?

Look, there's no magic in designing a bike to take a Nexus hub, so there are plenty of brands who have used them. Tracking down each end every one of them is a chore that I'm not about to undertake. Not to mention all the happy home tinkerers who've converted whatever frame they fancied to Nexus. A short search throws up Trek, Cannondale, Bianchi, and two local UK brands that have used Nexus.

If you really want to know either do the web trawling yourself, or see if you can charm a Shimano rep enough to tell you which bike companies they sell to.

because you put more weight on your bike, therefore making it more difficult to ride.

currently Kawasaki's two models begin with a Z i.e. Z-250 and Z-800.

The Leader Kangero frame is a track frame. The medium size has a 53 cm. seat tube, and a 55 cm. top tube. Both measurements are center to center. The large size has a 55 cm. seat tube and a 56 cm. Which size would fit someone 5' 9"? This would depend on the intended use. If it is to be used as a pure track bike for racing on a Velodrome, then definitely the Medium size would give a good racing position. However, is the bike is for use as transport on the streets, the Large size would result in less drop from the top of the saddle down to the handlebars. Compare the measurements above to the bike you currently ride.

An amphibious bicycle would be able to travel both on land and in the water, as a kind of boat.

A very small bike

29er is silly marketing speak for 28"/622 mm/700C wheel size, which is the same as for most "adult" sized bicycles - only with knobbly MTB tire treads.

If you're big enough for them, you're big enough for a 29er.

Do note that the MTB trend calls for sloping top tubes, so although you might be doing fine in terms of standover height the bike might still put in a too stretched out position fofr comfortable riding. For utility purposes this can be helped by going to a shorter stem, but if you're looking for serious performance you might want another bike.

Look it up on the interweb

That badge was found on Cruisers & Middleweights in the 1940s & 1950s.

Depends on the type of riding you intend to do. A 24" wheel is good for general riding around, but for tricking you would be best to get a 20". One of the best places to find decent unicycles is www.unicycle.com. Have a look around.

An integrated headset (not to be confused with an internal headset, see below) is one in which the top and bottom cartridge bearings are pressed directly into the head tube of the frame. Integrated headsets have the advantage of a lower stack height, since the bearings are contained inside the frame, as opposed to a standard headset, which has cups pressed into the frame, with the bearings resting in those cups, above and below the head tube. A significant disadvantage of the integrated design lies in the damage that can occur to the frame if the headset adjustment becomes loose; the fork and bearings clunking back and forth can quickly destroy the frame. An improperly adjusted standard design headset will destroy the cups first, a much cheaper replacement. An internal headset is a hyrid of the two designs (just to confuse things, internal headsets are also called 'semi-integrated'). Cups are pressed into an oversized head tube, and the bearings rest in those cups. The bearings are not visible, the low stack height is maintained, and your margin of safety is maintained. We have been selling Giants with these headsets for several years without incident. These days integrated headsets are found mostly on high-end road bikes and mountain bikes from small boutique builders like Ibis. Chris King has an excellent page addressing these issues at chrisking.com