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I bought a Electra Cruiser 1 in hopes to lose weight. I haven't ridden it that much due to it not having that "fun factor" when riding it. I was hoping to make myself a cool Urban assault type bike with that ratty flair, but I just don't know where to start. I am a BIG dude, and even with the...

Don't need a low gear for flying down the side of a mountain. Which is what the Klunker's bread and butter is/was.

KC, I am up in the centra valley a little west of fresno. Thanks for all the input guys.

These. And they suck! http://www.high-desert-memories.com/goathead.jpg

I am looking for a fat urban assault tire. I need something tough. The Hookworms are a bit cheaper, and also have a lower TPI number (which I was told means stronger tire). Then I read about some Kevlar guard on the Fat Franks...Does anyone know if that's on the road surface? or the sidewall? I...

Spring on the nose of the seat is different, cool lookin seat though.

Offtopic, but cool to see someone from Salinas here. Was born and raised there.

Klunkerz...Those guys were Bad A... man. I never understood what in the heck my dad was talking about when hed mention klunkers from when he was younger. I think after watching this movie and reading about the history of these guys. This is the direction im taking my Electra dangit. If you...

Awesome. I will swing by the lbs next time im in town. Appreciate the help guys.

Just saw his post for that 65 falcon. He really is on drugs!

Klunker that sucker.

Re: 2,000 dollar custom bike???? "Shanon Tweet" :roll: :mrgreen:

Re: 2,000 dollar custom bike???? The quote "If you're a dime store cowboy, you will ride a dime store steed" comes to mind. Forgot who posted that here!

ya just a coaster. Wasnt sure if I needed a speacial tool or what. I am still pretty new to rippin into bikes. :cry:

Hey guys. I feel my Electra cruiser 1 is geared way too low for me. I read where guys replaced the 22t rear sprocket with a 19. Will this make a significant difference? Right now I have to pedal my ... off to keep a good clip. What all do I need? (what sprocket, tool etc) also where should I get it?