Superdelite modifications - a few ideas

[Squaxor]

 

[Squaxor]

I bought a Superdelite GT rohloff HS a couple of weeks ago. Other owners might benefit from some of my alterations:

• Rearranged the position of the controllers to be closer to handle grips
• Fitted an Abus Granit X Plus 540 With USH Bracket underneath the front holder. I used a velcro strap to help take the weight
• Replaced the standard pedals with Deity TMAC Pedals - they are very grippy and quite light. A close second choice was Crankbrothers 7
• Replaced front and rear wheel axels with Hexlox:
  • Front: TA15QLOC Black_A2
  • Rear: SKEWER_Black_Rear_1HLX
• Added hexlox bolts to seat and seat post - you don't want someone with a hex key to make off with your bike bits!
• FItted Topeak RIdeCase for my phone
• 15 cm Charge cable from Kiox to iPhone: Meenova Lightning-to-MicroUSB Cable
• Ortleib 3.1 rear pannier holders and bags:
  • Ortlieb Commuter-Bag Two Urban 20L QL3.1 Pepper
  • Ortlieb Back Roller Urban Line Pannier Bag

I've signed up for my first bike tour to test out my lovely new bike. Join me if you can on the coast to coast

What modifications have you made to your bikes? Please share.

 

[lloydt]

In the US drivers seem really distracted so I work pretty hard on visibility.

• I applied 3m reflective tape in lots of places.
• 3m Spoke reflectors
• Knob Cobber rear light mounted on the rack. I used epoxy to make a mount.

Pedals: I was having pedal strike issues when cornering hard, so I replaced the pedals with Shimano PD-T8000. The pedals are asymetrical so the bottom side is much shallower than the top. It haven't had pedal strike since. I occasionally ride with cleats. I'm careful when I do.

ABUS Lock Mount: I wanted to use the bottle cage, so I mounted the ABUS lock behind the seat using volie straps (and a rubber spacer on the top. Seems quite secure and freed up space.

Bottle Cage: I really like the looney-bin bottle cages. They can hold all kinds of bottles (from thermoses to nalgene).

I'm still looking for a front bag. Anyone have any suggestions?

 

[Squaxor]

I like your modifications lloydt. There's a thread about front bags, but all of them obscure the front light. I'm using a Topeak cargo net and dry sack, I squish down soft things so there's room for the light. I'd prefer a flat top bag to hold a map though

 

[John2911]

I bought a Superdelite GT rohloff HS a couple of weeks ago. Other owners might benefit from some of my alterations:

• Rearranged the position of the controllers to be closer to handle grips
• Fitted an Abus Granit X Plus 540 With USH Bracket underneath the front holder. I used a velcro strap to help take the weight
• Replaced the standard pedals with Deity TMAC Pedals - they are very grippy and quite light. A close second choice was Crankbrothers 7
• Replaced front and rear wheel axels with Hexlox:
  • Front: TA15QLOC Black_A2
  • Rear: SKEWER_Black_Rear_1HLX
• Added hexlox bolts to seat and seat post - you don't want someone with a hex key to make off with your bike bits!
• FItted Topeak RIdeCase for my phone
• 15 cm Charge cable from Kiox to iPhone: Meenova Lightning-to-MicroUSB Cable
• Ortleib 3.1 rear pannier holders and bags:
  • Ortlieb Commuter-Bag Two Urban 20L QL3.1 Pepper
  • Ortlieb Back Roller Urban Line Pannier Bag

I've signed up for my first bike tour to test out my lovely new bike. Join me if you can on the coast to coast

What modifications have you made to your bikes? Please share.

Fantastic post! Thanks for those customization suggestions with pictures, and that coast to coast ride looks like a wonderful first tour! My wife and I have looked into similar UK biking tours and would love to join you, but we can't make the trip from California anytime soon. Not much could be better than a ride like that on a Superdelite! Very nice!

 

[lloydt]

Yesterday I actually remounted the light on the top of the bar but i'm not sure it helps all that much. I removed the mount for the computer and light, flipped it over, flipped over the mount on the light. I think I gained a couple of inches but I'm still not happy about how it looks and will probably revert it. The problem is that since the rack fixed to the frame instead of the fork, have to be really careful not to have the bar hit the bag. Moving the light helps but not all that much.

 

[John2911]

I'm still looking for a front bag. Anyone have any suggestions?

Here's the page with the front bag discussion. Thanks for more great modification ideas. I never heard of the "Knog Cobber" light. What model did you get? Looks like you went for the 170 lumens. Nobody should miss seeing that one!

 

[Squaxor]

Yesterday I actually remounted the light on the top of the bar but i'm not sure it helps all that much. I removed the mount for the computer and light, flipped it over, flipped over the mount on the light. I think I gained a couple of inches but I'm still not happy about how it looks and will probably revert it. The problem is that since the rack fixed to the frame instead of the fork, have to be really careful not to have the bar hit the bag. Moving the light helps but not all that much.

I really want to modify my Kiox and light position. Was it much work @John2911 ?

 

[lloydt]

I really want to modify my Kiox and light position. Was it much work @John2911 ?

It wasn't too bad. remove the 4 bolts that hold on the handle bar. There is a mounting plate for the kiox and light. remove the kiox and light from that. Flip the mount over, Flip the mount over on the light, screw it all back together.

Make sure you have the right torx wrenches before you start...

 

[Dallant]

Wow, Squaxor, your bike is starting to look like a motorcycle! Good ideas though.
I moved my light up from the fork to the handlebar and I really like it.

 

[nashdm2]

How do you superdelite guys find the standard brakes? Any fade issues?

 

[Squaxor]

My brakes are fine, but I've only covered 100km so far

 

[Squaxor]

I've just discovered that my Meenova Lightning-to-MicroUSB Cable is NOT charging my iPhone. It fits and the Kiox reports it is connected, but not charging occurs.

I've ordered an official Bosch usb to lightning cable - I didn't know they did one until today,

 

[Squaxor]

Thanks for the help @John2911 - I successfully changed my light position and Kiox. When the bag arrives tomorrow I'll know if it has sufficient clearance.

The change wasn't too difficult, but allow yourself an hour to get everything aligned and the cables tidied up.

 

[Squaxor]

Moving the light allowed me to fit my Rando bag (11l) - view all the pics in the Front carrier forum

 

[Squaxor]

Here’s another couple of things I’ve bought for my bike.

1. Honour premium leather pouch for my Kiox. I always put the KIOX into this pouch which I use as my key ring
2. I bought the lock feature via the KIOX in-app purchase. The motor can’t be used without that specific KIOX.
2. A ground anchor, 16mm chain and very secure Squire padlock for protecting my bike in the garage.

I can highly recommend Pragmasis (UK company) for security products and The anchor man, Andy, who specialises in fitting them.

 

[Machokie]

In the US drivers seem really distracted so I work pretty hard on visibility.

• I applied 3m reflective tape in lots of places.
• 3m Spoke reflectors
• Knob Cobber rear light mounted on the rack. I used epoxy to make a mount.

Pedals: I was having pedal strike issues when cornering hard, so I replaced the pedals with Shimano PD-T8000. The pedals are asymetrical so the bottom side is much shallower than the top. It haven't had pedal strike since. I occasionally ride with cleats. I'm careful when I do.

ABUS Lock Mount: I wanted to use the bottle cage, so I mounted the ABUS lock behind the seat using volie straps (and a rubber spacer on the top. Seems quite secure and freed up space.

Bottle Cage: I really like the looney-bin bottle cages. They can hold all kinds of bottles (from thermoses to nalgene).

I'm still looking for a front bag. Anyone have any suggestions?

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Lloydt. Nice mods. I have a SuperD GX on the way. What model Ortlieb pannier is that? Does it mount well on the rear rack? Where did you get those nifty straps you uses to remount your lock? Sorry to pepper you with questions!

 

[lloydt]

Lloydt. Nice mods. I have a SuperD GX on the way. What model Ortlieb pannier is that? Does it mount well on the rear rack? Where did you get those nifty straps you uses to remount your lock? Sorry to pepper you with questions!

I is the ortlib shopper bag (https://ortliebusa.com/product/bike-shopper/). Mounts easily. I really like the 'Zip' open/close. Has a nice shoulder strap that can't get caught in the wheels. Wish it came in high visibility.

I ended up using two of these (Voile Straps - 15" Nylon Buckle to mount the lock): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074HWY517/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

In order to get the lock mount to be snug against the frame, you need something to push the mount out a little from the frame. I used a Garmin Rubber handle bar mount gasket. Basically, you need some kind of rubber wedge to make it work well.

Congrats on your purchase! Awesome bike.

 

[John2911]

Thanks for the help @John2911 -

FYI - that help was from @lloydt, not from me (@John2911). I am still waiting for my SD delivery!

 

[John2911]

I've just discovered that my Meenova Lightning-to-MicroUSB Cable is NOT charging my iPhone. It fits and the Kiox reports it is connected, but not charging occurs.

I've ordered an official Bosch usb to lightning cable - I didn't know they did one until today,

If you are talking about the connector on the Kiox, I think that is for CHARGING THE KIOX when it is off the bike! It is not for charging your devices from the Kiox. At least, that's what I got from one of the recent Kiox YouTube videos. Check if I'm right.