I recently picked up a 1984 Free Spirit (sears) Ladies bike from CL for $35. I bought it for spare parts to put on my 1952 Road Master BTR build. I had other plans to go with a coaster break but this bike has a shimano 3 speed rear hub (not sure the exact model). I like the idea of being able to shift with the motor and without a derailleur but question the strength/ durability of a department store bike hub. I've heard good things about the Nexus 3 speed but not sure about this one. Can anyone vouch for these or have experience with them on a motorized bike?
Here's what I was going to buy but maybe I'll still buy it and lace the 3 speed hub onto it?
http://www.amazon.com/Weinmann-DH-3...TF8&colid=1VAN5GB8VMYKZ&coliid=I3GAFTZ8OGOU2O
Thanks in advance for your help!
Keith
Here's what I was going to buy but maybe I'll still buy it and lace the 3 speed hub onto it?
http://www.amazon.com/Weinmann-DH-3...TF8&colid=1VAN5GB8VMYKZ&coliid=I3GAFTZ8OGOU2O
Thanks in advance for your help!
Keith