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Old 12-29-2009, 12:42 AM
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Default Nexus Hub?

I did a little research and didn't find much.

I'm buying a bike w/ a 7 spd Nexus hub on it and I'm pretty sure it is of no real use for what I'm doing.

Can these hubs be driven on the left?
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Old 12-29-2009, 07:34 AM
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Default Re: Nexus Hub?

There is a vendor that makes custom sprockets. His name escapes me.
You could also use a jackshaft kit from sick bikes to use the pedal chain.
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Old 12-29-2009, 08:03 AM
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Default Re: Nexus Hub?

I have a bike with the Nexus 3/coaster brake. It has not been motorized yet, but I do plan on powering the left side. I am planning on having Jim/Manic Mechanic make me a Sprocket Adapter.

If you choose to use a jackshaft setup and power the right side. I have heard that the nexus planetary gearset is a little weak, and does not do well with being powered.
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Old 12-29-2009, 09:28 AM
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Default Re: Nexus Hub?

Thanks guys! I'm a little leary of internals, I ran a sprocket on the disc mt of a Sturmey Archer 8 spd and it didn't last 30 miles. ' guess I'll come up w/ a different rear hub.
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