If I switch the flip flop hub to coast, can I still break by applying back pressure on the pedals and not use the front brake?
193950
Yes but it is extremely difficult to master it. You need foot straps to prevent you from being thrown forward. Get those and you'll be good
193951
Unfortunately not you'll need your front brake as your main way of stopping coast is the free spinning hub side so back pressure will just turn your pedals backwards freely and not engage the gear
193952
I'm not sure if it can be modded to do that, but on its own out of the box, no. The only way to stop is using the front brake.
943975
While it doesn't have a lever or anything that would allow for intermittent braking like a brake pedal, there is something like a hand brake by the wheels that stops the wheels from spinning. I've gone through the woods with this thing, sand on the beach and through cracked pavement. I've found that I'd give up a lot faster than this thing would. When utilizing the brake, the back wheels won't spin at all and the rubber wheels have a good grip as long as they are pumped. Haven't pumped em since I bought it almost a year ago so not an issue.
252042
YES - i contacted customer service about this because i did not want to damage the pedals, the answer is yes, no problem.
1801384
I've never tried to hook it up to just the gas, but I believe you can. Even if it is hooked up to both pedals, you could still use your foot for the brake. My wife (who is not disabled) drives the vehicle with the hand controls attached. Hope this helps.
1155576
I don't see why not. Pull the wheel, unbolt caliper and hang to the side, undo 4 bolts and install new bearing, reinstall caliper and wheel. Just remember to pump the brake pedal a few times before driving off when first done. Youtube also has a short video if you want to see how simple this change really is.
1321708
I doubt it. I think that if one did pedal in reverse it would defeat the purpose of the left hand thread on the pedal bolt, and it will keep on loosening.I've had success with it so far. But I'm going to put a bracket or something on the pedals to stop my feet from sliding up.
1806066
If you are using the fixed gear cog you can stop by applying back pressure on the pedals/skid
995096
If brake pedal switch is bad you would not be able to shift out of park. Steering wheel switch is possibly bad or power train control module (PCM).
115017
yes, do it all the time. Just be certain the brakes are locked on the wheels so it can't move
478267
No. The wheels and fork are not compatible with disk break. Wheels and fork cimbined are expensive. They might cost $400-500 for a decent one. I suggest buying a new bike with disk brakes at that price range
1264303
Hello, Front hand brake. Rear coaster-brake (pedal operated when user installed). Regards, BMW - AutoGoodParts
1970028
This bike is flip flop. Have 2 cogs if you choose free wheel or fixie. Is very easy to do :) yes you can do it
1333828
I (Eleanor's husband) ride with my special needs son. Between the two of us we have a little over 300 lb. on the bike. The brakes are similar to a standard one person bike so no it will not stop as quick because of the weight. A matter of physics. I have my brakes adjusted close so I can give a very hard squeeze if necessary. I can keep the bike under control going down hill although I do want to upgrade to better brakes because braking is more work than I like. Also added rim tape before using.
1674187
Yes, that's true. The front brake is activated by an ordinary bicycle-type handlebar lever. To slow the the rear wheel, one presses back on the rear fender with one's heel. On most less-expensive scooters, this would be the only way of slowing down.
353837
tes... they come with a adapter that prevents the pedals from moving back and forth allowing you to use the toe brakes as a gas/brake pedals
1073193
I don't think most balance bikes have a foot rest. I think in fact it would be dangerous as it would prevent the child from being able to stop himself quickly enough, as the feet serve as brakes on a balance bike. My son just picks up his feet when he is coasting. It is not as though a kid young enough to be using a balance bike will be likely to coasting for long enough for that to be a problem. Also, since the feet also serve in the place of pedals, they need to put them down to keep going. I would recommend looking for a video of a kid using a balance bike--it wasn't until I saw some other kids using theirs that I realized how much they can really do on them.
279806
It has a flip-flop hub meaning you can turn the back wheel around to make it fixed gear(continous pedal motion) or free-wheel(like a normal bmx bike)