Second Hand Bicycle For Sale in Namibia
What is a Bicycle?
A bicycle, also called a pedal cycle, bike, push-bike or cycle, is a human-powered or motor-powered assisted, pedal-driven, single-track vehicle, having two wheels attached to a frame, one behind the other. A bicycle rider is called a cyclist, or bicyclist. Bicycles were introduced in the 19th century in Europe.
Second Hand Bicycle For Sale in Namibia
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Frequently Asked Questions
How to check when buying second hand bike?
Inspection of bike
- Check for any cracks or large dents in the frame.
- Look out for excessive rust or corrosion, since this can indicate the bike was left outside and/or poor maintenance.
- Check that the seat post moves freely.
- Check all gears can be shifted into.
- Inspect the wheels for any broken spokes.
What is the new price of the bicycle?
Road Bicycles
You can get vintage road bikes for lower than KES 20,000 and some good road bikes for between KES 20,000 and KES 30,000 (usually freewheel system). But KES 30,000 and above is the price I would recommend for road bikes, especially if you want to be competitive in local races.
How do I know if my bike is good quality?
Your priorities should be:
- Frame: Test ride the bike, the frame is heart of the ride. …
- Suspension: On mountain bikes, suspension almost goes hand-in-hand with the frame.
- Wheels: Reliability and rotating mass are important.
- Contact points: Tyres, saddle, and handlebars.
How do you test a bike before buying?
DO check the bike for wear and tear
- Frame for cracks (rust or scuffs are usually surface deep and only affect aesthetic)
- Tyres are pumped.
- Chain and cassette aren’t rusted or stretched (these won’t cost much to replace if they are)
- Brakes work and the pads aren’t worn down.
- Shifting and gearing is effective.
Which bicycle is best for daily use?
Cycles under 5000: Basic ones for regular commute (August, 2023)
| Best cycles under 5000 | Approximation price on amazon |
|---|---|
| Leader Scout Mountain Bicycle | Rs. 4,999 |
| Buy Urban Terrain UT7000S27.5 Tokyo City Bike | Rs. 4,999 |
| Hero Blast 20T Kids Cycle | Rs. 4,799 |
| Hero Kyoto 26T Single Speed Hybrid Mountain cycle for Men | Rs. 4,999 |
How do you identify a bike?
Each bike has a unique serial number which helps identify that particular bike. Record the serial number of your bike, which is usually stamped underneath the bottom bracket of the frame. Other places it could be located are the chain stays, headset or seat tube.
Which cycle is best for speed?
- Leader Gladiator Gear Cycle.
- NINETY ONE Leopard 27.5T 21 Speed Hybrid Bike.
- Urban Terrain Cycle with Shimano Gear.
- EMotorad EMX Cycle Shimano Gears.
- Hercules-TOP GEAR Cycle.
- Lifelong Bold MTB 26T 21 Speed Gear Cycle.
- VECTOR 91 Valor 29T 21 Speed Shimano Gears.
- CRADIAC – Rooster 29″ INCH MTB Shimano Powered.
How do I know if my bike is a mountain bike or road bike?
Aside from the difference in tyre size and tread pattern or the lack of suspension forks, the most striking visual difference between a road and mountain bike, is what you hold onto. Road bikes have narrow drop handlebars, while mountain bikes have wide flat bars.
Which cycle is best for long ride?
The three types of bicycles are great for long distances are mountain bikes, gravel bikes, and hybrid bicycles. The mountain bike excels with off-road, and trails for long distances.
What is the most popular type of bicycle?
1. Mountain Bikes (MTB) Mountain bikes are the most widely used bicycle type. It was designed for traversing forests and rougher or mountainous terrains.