Transit Times
Most orders arrive in
3 to 7 business days
transit time. It takes 1 to 2 days for order processing. This is a possible total of up to 10 days. These times are not guaranteed nor refundable if delays occur.
Is Motobecane good brand?
It's not explosive under hard pedaling, and if that sensation of stiffness and immediate power transfer is important to you then an aluminum bike might be better. But for getting outside and enjoying the roads, the Motobecane not only looks the part, it's also
one of the smoothest-riding bikes for the money
.
What brand of bicycles is best?
| Brand name Rank Made in | Trek Bikes #1 United States | Giant Bikes #2 Taiwan | Specialized Bikes #3 United States | Canyon Bikes #4 Germany |
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What bike do I need for my height?
| Height Bike Size | 5'7” to 5'11” (170-180 cm) 16 to 17 inches | 6'0” to 6'2” (180-188 cm) 17 to 19 inches | 6'2” to 6'4” (188-193 cm) 19 to 21 inches | 6'4” or taller (193+ cm) 21 plus inches |
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Do Bikes Direct bikes come assembled?
If you feel unsure about putting it together,
please you take it to your local bike shop for final assembly, tuning and safety checks
. All parts of the bicycle require proper tuning and tightening of all parts prior to every ride and inclusive of parts that arrive pre-installed.
Where are Motobecane bikes from?
Currently, Motobecane in France only builds motor scooters. Motobecane USA does manufacture bicycles, but they are
built in Taiwan
and imported into the U.S. under the Motobecane trademark.
Where are Motobecane bikes made?
Motobecane USA bikes are manufactured in
taiwan
and shipped to the USA under the motobecane name. Motobecane is a popular bike company that makes high-quality bikes.
Who builds Motobecane?
“Motobécane” is a compound of “moto”, short for motorcycle; “bécane” is slang for “bike.” Motobécane is a different corporation from Motobecane USA, which imports a wide range of bicycles from Taiwan manufactured by
Kinesis Industry Co. Ltd.
under the Motobécane trademark.
Do bike brands matter?
It doesn't matter what product you're buying
, there's almost always a range of brands to choose from, going from budget to high-end. With some products, it's incredibly important to stick with the trusted brands, and with others it's barely more than a name.
Which is the No 1 bike company in the world?
Honda
is currently the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world.
What size bike should a 5'10 Man ride?
| Your Height / Inseam Bike Size | 5'8′′ to 5'10” with 29′′ to 31′′ inseam M (medium) 52 cm to 56 cm bike | 5′′10′′ to 6′ with 31′′ to 33′′ inseam L (large) 54 cm to 58 cm bike | 6′ to 6'3′′ with 33′′ to 35′′ inseam XL (extra large) 56 cm to 61 cm bike | 6'3′′ to 6'6′′ with 35′′ and up inseam XXL 61 cm bike or bigger |
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Is 26-inch bike good for what height?
Bikes with 26-inch wheels are designed for people who are
between a height of about five feet to the smaller end of six feet
. If you're taller than that, then your bike should have larger tires and more space in length.
How tall should you be for a 29 inch bike?
If you are under 5'6” tall, a 26-inch mountain bike is still likely to be a better fit. If you're
5'6′ or taller
, you should be able to find a 29er model to fit you. Riders more than 6′ tall can rejoice: You'll definitely enjoy a more natural riding position with the size and frame geometry of a 29er.
What size bike should a 5 4 woman get?
It depends on the woman's weight and whether she feels comfortable on it. Generally, women who are 5 ft. 4 inches and below can ride on
24 inch wheels
so long as they aren't too heavy for the bike. The safer and more reliable method to find a suitable bike is to go by frame size.
Is it easy to assemble a bike?
It's not that difficult
, we promise. You'll need to assemble the front wheel, pedals, handlebar and seat yourself, you'll also have to check the brakes and gear system.
How long does it take to assemble a mountain bike?
Those take about
20-30 minutes
to build, to nothing but a bare frame and fork and adding stuff as you go along, which takes a little under 2 hours.
How do you make a bike ship?
What happened to Motobecane?
It was 1981 when the last Motobecane branded bike rolled out of the factory in Saint Quentin. Like Raleigh in 1987,
Motobecane was to be bought out by an overseas corporation, which shut down the French factories and moved all production to Taiwan
.
When was Motobecane sold?
| WHAT YOU GET! Retail Cost | 1977 Mobylette 50TL $580.00 | [Tube & Tire Install Labor] $60.00 | peugeot and motobecane Red moped petcock $17.00 | bluesteel clear BLUE polyurethane fuel line 3/16′′ (5mm) $2.00 |
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Who makes Motobecane mopeds?
They import a wide range of bicycles from Taiwan manufactured by
Kinesis Industry Co. Ltd.
under the Motobécane trademark. World Leader: Motobecane produced 14 million Mobylette mopeds for 50 years!
Is Fuji bikes going out of business?
In November 2018 ASE (the parent company of ASI and Performance Bicycle) declared bankruptcy, leaving the fate of US distribution of Fuji bicycles uncertain
. It was reported on January 17, 2019 that HEAD was buying the assets of ASE (the parent company of Fuji) out of bankruptcy.
Where are Motobecane titanium bikes made?
The company that manufactures every last Motobecane Titanium Road and Mountain frame is called ORA Engineering Co. and is located in
Taiwan
.
Where are Fuji bikes manufactured?
Fuji bicycles are now built in
Taichung, Taiwan; Dong Guan, Guangdong Province, China; and in Kutno, Poland
by Ideal Bike Corporation. In the United States, the Fuji brand is owned and distributed by Advanced Sports International (ASI), a privately held corporation located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
