I have a Kona Dew Plus Hybrid that has way more gears than I ever use - 3 at the front and 8 at the back. I don't believe I have ever used the little ring on the front, and probably only use 5 at the back - the lowest rear gear is particularly massive and obviously designed for going up the side of buildings or something.
So would it be possible and indeed advantageous to remove these unused gears? I'm guessing the weight loss would be minimal, but I feel it'll make the bike look a little nicer and elegant, however would there be disadvantages? And what kind of work would it involve?
So would it be possible and indeed advantageous to remove these unused gears? I'm guessing the weight loss would be minimal, but I feel it'll make the bike look a little nicer and elegant, however would there be disadvantages? And what kind of work would it involve?