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Lekker Amsterdam 8 Speed Bicycle $1,098 (Was $1,698) Delivered @ Lekker Bikes

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Lekker Amsterdam 8 Speed Bicycle $1,098 (Was $1,698) Delivered @ Lekker Bikes
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yulezy on 11/04/2023 - 11:27 lekkerbikes.com.au (8173 clicks)
Last edited 11/04/2023 - 19:12 by 1 other user

I had been pondering this bike for a while over the Xmas sale while it was $1298 on sale. It seems a further discount is now available on the 8 speed, so it is now only $100 more than the 3 speed.

Seems a competitive price for a bike with belt drive, internal gear system, disc brakes. Most bikes with these features are upwards of $1500 from what I've seen.

*cashrewards also available for an extra 3.5% off currently

From the website:

Sleek, sporty and stylish, this is the bike to be seen on as you cycle through the city (or escape it). Lightweight, low-maintenance and comfortable, it looks and rides great. Sure it’s got a stepover frame but this is a unisex bicycle. Not a unicycle.

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      • bjt on 11/04/2023 - 14:42

        What about the tyres?

        • Grok on 11/04/2023 - 14:45

          What about them?

          I like the Presidio 3 but the CDN system is extremely flawed if you plan to do moderate to high miles.

          • bjt on 11/04/2023 - 14:47

            @Grok: The Presidio 3 is 700mm Vee Tires.

            This is 650mm WTB Horizon.

            You can always replace the belt to CDX after 50k

            • Grok on 11/04/2023 - 15:06

              @bjt: No you can’t just change the belt to upgrade.

              The CDX system is larger belt and sprockets which will cost you half the price of the bike at least to replace, and CDN probably won’t last 5k maybe 10k.

              The Presidio is fine for the casual user but not for a dedicated commuter who bought a belt drive for durability and long life because you won’t get it.

              This is what the article I quoted said

              “These products are designed for the ‘casual rider’ and are not approved for use on mountain bikes, mid-drive eBikes, fixed gear bikes, or high mileage trekking/touring bikes. From what I’ve heard, people have had a few problems with the CDN rear cog, but they’ve all been upgraded to a cross-compatible CDX stainless cog.“

  • PumaPuma on 11/04/2023 - 12:52

    Is this a good bike for me ?

    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/768047

    • scratchy on 11/04/2023 - 13:23
      +1

      Yeah. There are bikes that are cheap but are made to look fancy, this brand seems to build quality bikes. Remember this price point is cheap for a bike.
      For a heavy rider (100kg+) this is a good bike as there isn't any carbon on it. Metal bends, carbon snaps.
      The rims are 32 hole double wall which is good as cheap rims are single wall. 32 holes means 16 spokes to each side of the wheel. You may find down the line that you buckle the rear wheel but being a disc brake bike a small buckle won't impact on the ride. You may need to rebuild the wheels later on, but you won't know until you ride it, but this sort of wheel ticks the boxes and could be a strong wheel (wide double walled rim, lots of spokes).
      So basically yes, a good bike for a heavy rider.

  • ilove on 11/04/2023 - 12:58

    is this shipped fully assembled?

    • [Deactivated] on 11/04/2023 - 13:06
      +1

      The front wheel, handlebars, mudguard(s), and rack (if you buy one) will need to be end user assembled. Difficulty: moron

      • eraser215 on 11/04/2023 - 13:08

        Getting full length fenders to sit nicely can be an absolute bastard of a job IME.

        • [Deactivated] on 11/04/2023 - 13:11

          The rear one is probably pre installed. Front shouldn't be an issue.

    • annarchon on 11/04/2023 - 15:30

      Don't buy a bike without test riding it. You need to make sure the geometry fits you. There are some play with seat height, handle bars and stems. But if the frame is the wrong size or geometry, you will never get it right.

  • RRRRRnz on 11/04/2023 - 13:05

    I have one of these are they are nice bikes. They are a bit heavier than similar spec'd bikes - but perfect for cruising and commuting

  • R4 on 11/04/2023 - 13:17
    +1

    Cool name for a bike company - Lekker is Afrikaans for nice/good/tasty, and I guess in Dutch too.

    • Ulysses31 on 11/04/2023 - 14:03
      +1

      I've been to Amsterdam. My ride could not be described like that.

  • non-core promise on 11/04/2023 - 13:18
    +2

    Make sure you check your in-seam measurement (distance from your crotch to the ground) against the standover heights for the bicycle sizes.

    My body height is in the high 180s, but my in-seam is only 82cm. So if I bought the 56cm size Amsterdam (in-seam of 83cm), my gentleman bits would be uncomfortable when getting on and off.

    If you're like me and have shorter than average legs for your height, you might want to look for either a smaller size or a bicycle with a sloping top tube.

  • gingerscale on 11/04/2023 - 13:30

    says $998 for me? also 3% cashback with cashrewards.

    Also, Im 175cm tall so inbetween what it says for the small and medium size, would you go smaller or larger?

    • non-core promise on 11/04/2023 - 13:36
      +3

      See my comment above. In-seam is more important than overall height. It's just there because most non cycling nerds don't measure from their crotch to the ground as much as from head to toe.

      Search for "bicycle in-seam measurement". Basically stand with your feet slightly apart (as if you were straddling a bicycle while stopped at an intersection or a set of lights) and measure from your crotch to the ground.

      • OzHan on 11/04/2023 - 14:49
        +1

        How do you choose bike/wheel(26 vs 27 vs 29) size based on your in seam measurement?

      • Matcha on 12/04/2023 - 00:02

        This bike seems to have a much higher top tube or is it the fact that since it's horizontal it becomes disproportional? I'm 178cm with 82 in-seam, thinking of getting 56cm however the stand-over height is 83cm. Would be alright going for 50cm with 78cm stand-over height, but the overall dimension of the bike seems a bit too small for my height…?

    • yulezy on 11/04/2023 - 13:37

      $998 is for the 3 speed version

    • squinly on 11/04/2023 - 14:18
      +2

      I’d recommend visiting a showroom if you can! I recently bought the 3 speed for $998 with free front carrier, size guide said the medium for my 182cm self, but at the North Melbourne showroom the guy grabbed the large size (60cm) for me and lowered the seat and it was perfect. I tried the medium too but found the back of my left shoe clipping the stand.

      Great bike! Jealous the 8 speed price has come down to almost the 3 speed price. But so far the 3 gears have been perfect for my Northern suburb adventures. Good luck!

      • Matcha on 12/04/2023 - 00:05

        Now I'm even more confused… refer to above comments, you have no issues with the standover-height of 87cm for a large bike? Unless you've got really long legs.. lol

  • easylife on 11/04/2023 - 15:30

    Would this bike be suitable and reliable to get to and from work? About a 20-30minute ride.

    Or could someone point me in a more suitable direction, cheers!

    • annarchon on 11/04/2023 - 15:32
      +5

      This is more that enough, the question is do you have a safe place to leave it. My commuter is an old steel shogun because I can only leave it on the streets.

    • scratchy on 11/04/2023 - 16:47

      about the most reliable builds out there. Swap out the tyres for something tough and it would be unstoppable.

    • garage sale on 11/04/2023 - 17:30
      +1

      the Lekker at this discount price is a good bike if you want low maintenance, no chain to lube, no deraileur to adjust, very low maintenance, and has guard on crank so won't catch your pants. 8 speed for commuting is fine, with some normal chain drive bikes now single on crank 10 on rear, so 8 speed to commute is enough. Also comes with mud guards already which are an accessory on most other bikes.

      If I didn't have 3 bikes (carbon road, road flat bar and MTB) already and just wanted a general commute and get about bike this would be great. Not sure about spares though for the rear hub or belt.

      Gear shifts would be smoother than mid range deraileur and by the time you to 105 running gear it's above this price …..

  • FlyingMiffy on 11/04/2023 - 18:32

    I have the previous Amsterdam 7 speed hub and is a great bike. The gears are from Shimano and the frame is lightweight for the price you pay. 1100 for the 8 speed is a steal.

  • zombie hunter on 11/04/2023 - 18:40
    +2

    Does belt have to be changed every 100,000km, asking the behalf of my mechanic

  • skyva on 11/04/2023 - 19:21

    Just went in to the Melbourne store and tested one.
    I am 5'9" but shorter legs and I ended up getting a small. Medium would have been just ok so they are a good size. They look pretty good in the flesh as well.

    • HardQuiz on 11/04/2023 - 19:43

      Price was same as online ?

  • Leeeroy on 11/04/2023 - 20:23

    Thanks for posting! Just bought one, decided to get this bike in lock down then never did, now I saved some money!

  • hoosier-daddy on 11/04/2023 - 22:52

    Just bought one, thanks OP!

  • ootnat on 12/04/2023 - 07:44
    -3

    Lekker is dutch for Lemon. I had a Lekker for years and it cost me more in repairs and broken spokes than the bike did from the shop.

    • shaybisc on 12/04/2023 - 08:49

      What were the problems with the bike other than the broken spokes?

      Did you establish the cause of the broken spokes?

      • ootnat on 12/04/2023 - 10:20

        I think they were made from aluminium instead of steel and they corroded

    • phor8 on 12/04/2023 - 21:56

      Lekker = good [adjective] pleasant; enjoyable.

  • sleet on 12/04/2023 - 10:07

    Shame, I'm only a short guy with stand height of 76cm. Anyone know if a similar low maintenance bike for shorter people?

  • tsunamisurfer on 12/04/2023 - 10:17

    How hard is it to find the tyres and tubes? I have never heard of 650c before only 700

    • shaybisc on 12/04/2023 - 11:15
      +1

      Me neither. There is no problem finding 650B tyres but the range is smaller than 700c.

      The advantages of the 650B sound pretty good if this article is to be believed.

      https://wheretheroadforks.com/650b-vs-700c-bicycle-wheels-pr…

    • RoonFTW on 16/04/2023 - 11:14

      These are 650b, TS.

      As SB mentioned, 650b tyres and rims are pretty easy to find in shops, and everywhere online. You can also ask for 27.5" MTB sizing in shops or MTB sources and find what you need. 650c gear is much harder to come across but still available online.

      650b is basically the metric roady name for the 27.5" MTB wheel standard. Wider road, touring and gravel rims and tyres usually go by this sizing. The 650 part refers to the max outer diameter measured with the inflated tyre on the rim - 700 or 29" is the next wheel size up. The b, & c part relates to the various diameters measured at the rim. (There's also an 'a' size, but none of the three are interchangeable!)

      650c is an older Euro road rim size, still around on some extra/small sized road bikes. You'll find 650c tyres are narrower, higher pressure, and lower volume than the 650b rubber found on this bike, or other 'road plus', touring, gravel, MTB bikes using this size.

  • Annan on 25/04/2023 - 20:23
    +4

    I can't see it mentioned so just to add that using promo code PG76WXM17FNH will take a further $50 off the price on top of cashback. Promo code is listed on the Cashrewards Lekker page. For the 8 speed it's $1,098 - $50 - $33.35 (tracked cashback) = $1,014.65

  • drillvoice on 11/05/2023 - 13:21

    Just put in a purchase - still available and in fact more sizes available now!

  • drillvoice on 11/05/2023 - 15:20

    I don't suppose anyone with this bike can give advice on what sort of pannier rack works best? Do you need one made for disc brakes?

  • stickyfingers on 25/05/2023 - 18:06

    Does anyone know where these are built?

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