Dahon Speed D7 (Best Value Foldable)

I was thinking about getting a bicycle to cycle to my student’s place at East Coast for some time. After much considering the pros and cons, the lack of exercise ( my laziness to go to gym! ) and drooling over bicycle pictures over the past few days… i made up my mind on the most practical and economical decision of my life.

Video On Bicycle Mobility On Our Lifestyles

I stumbled upon reading a review on Dahon Speed D7:

The Business week best value folder - Speed D7 features a robust and sporty frame with Deluxe components that make it such an unbelievable value. The frame is hand-welded from custom-drawn 4130 chromoly Sonus tubing, making it possibly the stiffest folding bike frame on the market. The D7 features our new Dahon Neos rear derailleur, a revolutionary new design that has an ultra short cage for improved ground clearance and super fast shifting. We’ve paired the Neos with an 11-30T freewheel, which, when compared with a 14-28T freewheel, represents a 37% increase in gear range. Sleek, simple and excellent value - just what most people want in a folding bike.

I fell instantly in love with it and used my first paycheck to buy it home from the nearest dealer:

Dahon Speed D7 sitting outside my home

Reasons why i brought a foldable bicycle:
1 ) To hop on the bus or train when it rains
2 ) For easy storage (there are too many things in the house!)
3 ) To exercise and save money on transport
4 ) I am too lazy to go to the gym or exercise
5 ) I realized i have been gaining pounds ever since i met Jeri
6 ) I love the colour and sleekness, it is just so me!
7 ) I fell in love with it instantly and and i know it would be mine!
8 ) It is affordable, cost savings in the long run from not taking bus.

( Looks like most of the reasons are emotionally driven than practically driven, oh well. )

The idea of a foldable bicycle is fairly new, before i brought it i had to ask them to demonstrate how to fold it… which is relatively simple in a few steps. I am still taking quite some time to fold it although.

How to Fold a Bicycle Video

This is the contact of the dealer i got it from, be sure to make sure you get it from an authorized dealer! There is a 5 year international warranty which is an added bonus.

SpeedMatrix Pte Ltd ( The dealer at Joo Chiat is really nice and friendly, they guided me on how to get to their place without hassle. They will let you try out all their bicycles and choose which fits you best, no pressure to buy. )

Cycling at East Coast anyone? ^^