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#3 ·
That is a helluva bike for a helluva price. I don't know how those wheels would hold up under someone your size, but even if they blow up on the first ride you're still getting a ridiculous bike for cheap and will have enough coin left over to buy some custom wheels
 
#7 ·
That's a great package of components for the price. Don't sweat over the wheels. Chances are they'll be fine. You might find that 25 mm tires give you a better ride than the 23s that come on the bike. The rims will handle tires to 32 mm, but wider tires may not clear the frame. BD isn't kidding when they say that a bike bearing a bigger name, similarly equipped, would run $3500 or more.

I don't know where the comments about a rider of "your power" are coming from. In the abstract, wheels with 20 spoke counts wouldn't be my first choice if I were your weight, but you won't know until you ride them over the roads that are in your area. It's a pretty cheap gamble, considering what you're getting for 2 grand there.
 
#9 ·
I think the new rims are a lot stiffer than the old ones. So, one can reduce the spoke count a bit, but there is still risk of breaking a few spokes.

One is usually a bit harder on the rear wheel than the front, but there wouldn't be a problem later changing to a 36 spoke rear. It may break up the lines on the bike, but you could ride a wider tire on the back than on the front.

Brake and Frame clearance could be an issue to go up too much in tire size.
 
#10 ·
murzikrv said:
Im 5'8 237lb new rider. Im want to get this bike Save Up To 60% Off Shimano Ultegra 6800 11 Speed Road Bikes- Motobecane Sprintour

Getting comments that "the wheels will not handle a rider of your size and power"

Realy confused :(

Need help plz......
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FWIW, I've had my Moto Vent Noir for 3 years now. I'm 6'2 and was 225 when i bought it and had no problems with the Vuelta wheels that came stock (24 spoke rear, 20 front). But I'm now 205 and I'm sure my wheels and bike are a bit happier. BTW, very satisfied with the quality of the Moto.
 
#11 ·
murzikrv said:
Im 5'8 237lb new rider. Im want to get this bike Save Up To 60% Off Shimano Ultegra 6800 11 Speed Road Bikes- Motobecane Sprintour

Getting comments that "the wheels will not handle a rider of your size and power"

Realy confused :(

Need help plz......
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I think the wheels should be ok. They are probably reasonable heavy. Lot's of guys out on the road at your size riding and some of them are pretty strong cyclist on flats or smaller hills. The bike is pretty nice and has some great components but I don't think you will enjoy riding an aero bike. An aero position will push your abdomen up into your chest and you will not be able to breath correctly and you will sit up with your arms locked and plod along on the wrong bike. Basically I think it's not a good bike for a beginner. It's a good bike for someone that is lean and mean so to speak and burnt brown from long hours in the saddle while the world drinks beer and belches. Just go test ride a Cannondale Synapse or a Specialized Roubaix before you buy and see what you think. They are called endurance bikes these days which means they have some comfort features built in but are also performance oriented. A slightly more upright riding position is good for a beginner, a heavier rider or a recreational rider. Also capable of winning Professional races so they do perform, but with a bit of comfort. Video: Peter Sagan's Cannondale Synapse for the Tour of Flanders | Cyclingnews.com
 
#13 ·
runabike said:
Why do you care? We're not engineers, we don't build wheels (at least I'm not/don't). If you're that worried, call up Mavic.

I don't know why you'd post on a random internet forum if you're really that concerned about an issue. Doesn't make much sense.
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Whoa, cut the guy a break. It is Road Bike Review... imagine that. Not some random internet forum. Seems like a logical place to get input.

And there are plenty of people here who build wheels.
 
#14 ·
murzikrv said:
Im 5'8 237lb new rider. Im want to get this bike Save Up To 60% Off Shimano Ultegra 6800 11 Speed Road Bikes- Motobecane Sprintour

Getting comments that "the wheels will not handle a rider of your size and power"

Realy confused :(

Need help plz......
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You might want to search the forum for "Mavic Ksysrium Wheelset". It's a very common wheel and discussed here pretty regularly.

Also you might want to post your specific question here. Wheels and Tires

I wouldn't choose that wheelset, particularly at your weight. The spoke count is too low. My GF has them, but she's 90lbs. I know someone who's around 220lbs, a very strong rider, and he runs Ksysrium's. He never seems to have problems.

IMO, if you like the bike, take off the wheels new and sell them. Then use the money to buy a more appropriate wheelset. Like I said, the Ksysrium's are popular. You shouldn't have a problem selling them. Probably get enough to buy another wheelset with $$ leftover.
 
#16 ·
tlg said:
Whoa, cut the guy a break. It is Road Bike Review... imagine that. Not some random internet forum. Seems like a logical place to get input.

And there are plenty of people here who build wheels.
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And Mavic is but a mouse click and a little bit of typing away. Won't get a more direct and accurate response then that.

He's gotten opinions but apparently wants facts. There's an easy way to get facts without lamenting about opinions.
 
#18 ·
runabike said:
Why do you care? We're not engineers, we don't build wheels (at least I'm not/don't). If you're that worried, call up Mavic.

I don't know why you'd post on a random internet forum if you're really that concerned about an issue. Doesn't make much sense.
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So a new poster who's slightly confused comes onto the forum asking for genuine advice and that's the reaction the poor guy gets. Shame on you. We should be encouraging newbies, not chasing them away. I'm glad he hung around. Murzikrv - you'll be just fine on that bike. Let us know what you think when you ride it.
 
#19 ·
murzikrv said:
Yes. I did. I contacted the company and they say that my 237 lb should not be an issue :)
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Perfect. Then you're golden.

See, that's a bit contrary to the advice Tig gave, despite his desire to be so "helpful". Sometimes the advice of people that really like bikes (mine included) isn't as up to snuff as the advice of people that actually make them.
 
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