Review of Dahon Speed D7 Folding Bike

Dahon Speed D7 Folding Bike
By: Dahon Average Rating: 4.0 Total Reviews: 1
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Fast delivery, good quality, one minor defect

On: 2006-06-14

Delivery: the package comes in about one week, which exceeds my expectation. Everything is well-packaged.
The bike: its pre-assembled, mostly. And very easy to do the rest. I dont need the manual to complete the bike, except for the magnetic latch that hold to folded frame together (actually it only needs a strong yank to unlock the latch). The complete bike loooks exactly like the one on the image.
The ride: This is my first 20" bicycle. First this thing is much nimbler and faster than my 26" cruiser bike I am using. The smaller wheel still gives a smooth ride, surprisingly. The brake is responsive. The saddle is OK for a one-hour-ride, but for longer ride, it feels uncomfortable.
The only minor defect is the fifth, sixth and sometimes the seventh gear keeps slipping to the lower gear.
The folding: it takes me about 10 seconds to fold this thing, probably because I am still new at it.
In general this is a good buy, and I recommend it.