The BEST Investment On Commuter Bike
927616
One of THE BEST upgrades I have made on my bike. I never thought that a simple seat upgrade can make a HUGE difference. I commute about 15 miles each way from school and work and I kid you not, after hours of riding I have NO SORENESS whatsoever after getting to my destination. I can ride my bike for days on this. I highly recommend for anyone who commutes.
1931003
This bike is A-Mazing for the price,  Came unassembled -- all parts included and undamaged. Amazon service assembled it for free -- great bonus having an expert show me how to use it. I am THRILLED with this bike: Disc brakes, shock absorbing front wheel -- rides like a dream. I added the Topeak Carrier and clip-on basket. It makes for a lean, mean shopping machine for the city!
171552
After reading many reviews, this bike caught my attention because of the color combination and the price. This was the first bike I purchased and would like to help those that are in the same position I was in. It definitely demands attention on the road, but that isn't always necessarily great because my bike ended up getting stolen from my backyard after 4 months. I rode this bike everyday to school and to work. I would ride about 10 miles on average.

1.) Weight- the bike was heavy because it was made of steel. I now have an aluminum frame and can tell the difference.
2.) Brakes- the brakes weren't the best, but again, you get what you pay for. They were plastic. Coming down hill was always a hassle because it took a while for the brakes to make the bike come to a complete stop.
3.) Pedals- I remember after the first week that the pedals started making a clicking sound that made the ride unenjoyable. It wasn't a faint click, but a rather loud one. Also, the pedals are made out of plastic as well.
4.) Tires-I rode my bike everyday, but never had any problem with the tires. They were always running well. I don't have anything negative to say about them. They did take a beating, but took it well.
5.) Seat- I found myself constantly adjusting the seat, especially running into ditches or coming off the curb. As much as I would tighten the seat it always was lose after a couple of days.
6.) Stem- I had the same problem with the stem as I did with the seat. After impacts, the handlebars and the front wheel would not be aligned so I had to stand in front of the bike with the front wheel between my legs and align it with the Stem.
7.) Handlebars- handlebars were solid, but the tape came off easy.
8.) Brake Levers- they were also weak, and had to be adjusted every so often.

This bike isn't the best, but if you are getting into biking I recommend that you get something with better quality parts. If you are on a budget, then by all means purchase this bike. It saved me a lot of money that I would have used on gas. It got me from point A to point B. I didn't have a lot of time with the bike, but I was going to upgrade brakes, brake lever, tape, seat, and pedals.

One thing I forgot to mention was that I removed all the stickers and it made the bike look a little better.
4862109
Update 2:  This is truly a great basic commuter bike . Two problems that a have arisen were an inner tube valve that split at the base, easy fix. I gave the seat on this bike a few weeks to wear in and it was not happening. I got sick of my pelvic bones being mashed every day and purchased another saddle. There is also room on the handle bar for a bell, which is essential for urban commutes.

Update : I have been commuting on this bike for 1 week and absolutely love it. I did not feel it was safe for urban riding with just coaster breaks . I did install front side pull breaks size 61-79mm. This has perfected the stopping power in the bike.  It is impressively quick for a 1 speed bike and takes hills well with a little extra leg power.  Full disclaimer; I have only had this bike for 1 day, but have ridden a high quality road bike for a quite some years. If you are looking for a long distance, clip-in, wear your tightest spandex bike, stop reading right now. This is a BASIC bike, no frills, bells or whistles.

Pros: This is the lightest weight bike I could find. This is important because I am 5'1/ 110lbs and need to carry the bike within a building and up some steps before riding it . It is easy to pick up and even easier with carry straps.

The bike folds down in under 1 minute (novice) and has a low learning curve.

This a quick bike that rides smoothly and takes bumps, small curbs and uneven roads very well.

The color (grey) is more a purplish gunmetal color that is very pretty.

Both the front fork and back sections have holes where you can install side-pull brakes.

Cons:

If you do not have decent upper body strength, the frame latch may present a problem. It CAN be adjust but still takes a decent amount of strength to open and close.

I would NOT purchase this bike if you are over 150lbs, The frame is well made, but I just would not risk any issues..

The kickstand is cheaply made but can be replaced or removed.

The coaster breaks are just so-so. If you will be commuting in a city and need to come to sudden, fast stops, you WILL need to install hand breaks for safety.

Take away: This an awesome little bike that seems excellent for 1-5 mile rides. It is light weight and easy to carry. The price is on point and most of the cheaply made options can be replaced with whatever you choose. I would recommend it for anyone looking for that "last mile" option.
2247343
I picked this bike for myself because I also bought the female one for my girlfriend and I thought why not have matching bikes.

I can actually say that I am happy with my purchase and 10/10 would buy again.  The bikes came to me in their factory boxes that were a little banged up but nothing inside was damaged.  Both bikes needed assembly and I was a little unsure about it after reading that some people were bringing their bikes into shops because it was too hard for them.  I was able to put together the bikes without reading the instructions and they turned out great.

A few pointers -

 - Make sure you have scissors, a set of Allen Wrenches, small socket set, wrench set, and an average Phillips Head screwdriver (If you don't have these go buy them, these are tools everyone should have at home anyways)

 - Put the handlebars on first, with the grey rubber facing up, and the brake triggers facing forward. (To adjust the handle bars there is a allen screw on the underside face of the handle bars)

 - For the front wheel make sure that it isn't inflated before you install it, this will make it easier to get passed the brake pads.

 - the seat is a little tricky you don't have to unscrew post bracket all the way just enough so you can turn it 90 degrees so it can fit through the support bars on the underside of the seat.  The tightening allen screw on the bracket and it should face outward towards the rear tire.

 - Oh and the left peddle doesn't follow the lefty loosey rule it is lefty tighty to put it on.  (Trust me)

The first test ride I took the seat loosened up under my weight just from shifting around and the same with the handlebar so make sure you sit on the bike and wiggle the bars to get both the bars and the seat set so you can really tighten them.

The girlfriend and I are very happy with the purchase and hope to put on some miles before winter>
4586168
I have been using this bike to commute to work for 2 months now and I am very pleased. Lightweight, smooth shifting, quick!  Some people might not like the seat but I purchased padded shorts which seems to help. If your looking for a dependable commuter, training bike, or just for fun, you can't go wrong with this bike.
4397961
Over the last year, I bought 4 of these on 3 different occasions.  I am a casual biker for exercise, outdoor enjoyment, being "green", and short to medium distance errands (<20 miles).  I've tried many handlebar baskets (Sunlite, Bell, etc.), rear-mounted milk crates, and handbags (Basil Elegance, Little Luxuries of Mackinac Island "Island Girl" bag, etc.).  I pick these up on sale, and this is my *favorite* "problem solver" for the money.

Pros:
Holds more weight than a handlebar basket when parked without tipping over your bike, and larger capacity.
Low mount (vs. "trunk" or milk crate) allows you to easily swing your leg over the back to mount your non step-through bike.
Easy mount allows you to pull the basket off and take it with you.
A small to medium backpack, pool bag, or purse drops easily into it.
These are commonly on sale up to half of the regular price (~$39), so I wouldn't cry if it was stolen.
Sturdy wires are not easily crushed like the metal mesh.

Cons:
If going over bumpy terrain, a zip tie or additional fastener is recommended, it can bounce off. I use a reusable zip tie.
The large spaces in between wires require ANYTHING small (phone, wallet, keys) to be in another secured bag, even the bag can fall through.
Regular price is comparable to the Basil Cardiff Rear Basket, but the Basil has mesh and a more square shape allowing more versatile storage.

Still, I love it and use them all the time.
885046
I've had the bike a little over 3 years now, I ride it everyday as a commuter and it's held up very well.  I replaced the saddle pretty quickly as it wasn't exactly comfortable, and the pedals to move to SPDs.  Those are the only parts I changed due to needing to "upgrade" them. I've the work i've had to do to the bike because of wear over the last 3 years are: replace the rear cassette, lower mounting bracket, rear wheel (twice.. taco'd them on big pot holes.. city riding is hard), and all the cabling.  I didn't have to do *any* work on the bike for the first 8-9 months other than assembly. That's really not *too* much work considering I ride the bike *everywhere* and *everyday* for at least 7 miles a day.

The frame is nice and light, and the bike was a decent price when I picked it up.  When the first round of work I was thinking about upgrading, and couldn't find a bike I liked to ride as much as this one until I started getting onto CAAD10s (which are ~1500), to give you an idea of the quality to cost here.
1060330
Spectacular value for the cost. First impression was how incredibly lightweight the bike was. I spent maybe 10 minutes assembling the bike with the included tools. The weekend after I unboxed it I put 60+ miles on it. The flipflop hub was really easy to swap and seems pretty durable. The brake is adequate but don't bet your life on it if you're in singleshpeed mode. The toe clips are decent and the grips are pretty comfortable. The only thing I replaced immediately was the saddle but that's just a personal preference.

All in all, I'm really happy to have bought the bike. I've owned it for a few months and have put many, many miles in on it. I'd buy another one and have heartily recommended Critical bikes to others. Since then, I upgraded the straps to strapless toe clips and upgraded to thornproof tires. Otherwise, I'm extremely happy keeping the bike with stock hardware as it's really nicely buil.
2445474
For the money, cant beat it. This bike with the steel frame feels so sturdy and nimble at the same time. Shifts so smoothly with the Shimano Claris and having them integrated is just superb. The bike weighs about 25 lbs which is awesome considering the price tag. Dont buy this bike expecting a kestrel or a lapierre because it is definitely not on that level but nonetheless this bike is awesome and won't break the bank.
2221009
I have owned this bicycle for a few weeks now and I like it better today than the day I first bought it.

The NuVinci system is a huge upgrade to any other bicycle gear system.  It shifts smoothly through the entire range.  I love being able to change "gears" without changing my cadence.  I previously used a Nexus 7-speed IGH system and didn't care on how I had to "lighten up" on my pedaling to allow the Nexus system to change gears.

Similar to other folding bikes, the Dahon Mu N360 allows you to adjust the saddle and handlebars to many positions.  I keep the bars low for speed and raise them up when I want a more comfortable upright position.  The open-chainstay frame on the Dahon Mu also allows you to easily upgrade this bike to a carbon belt-drive system.

The bike folds up easily and fits in my car trunk.  I'd argue that it will fit nicely in the back of even the smallest vehicles.

Also worth mentioning is how beautiful the finish of this paint color is.

Sure, you can purchase a less expensive folding bike...but I don't think you can get anything with such a great drivetrain as the NuVinci system.  In summary...it's a great folding bike with an incredibly smooth transmission.  I know it is expensive but I found it to be worth every penny.
1936995
Love this bike. It is light, responsive, and fun to ride. And it's light. Did I mention it's light? I think it's a great value. Unless you have the time/space/inclination to truly hone it yourself, I would recommend taking it to your local bike shop to get the wheels trued, and have them double check your work. At my bike shop, having them do all that cost ~$40 and was well worth the peace of mind for me.

While this bike has very basic hardware, I have a bike that I feel like I can ride comfortably, safely, and even enjoyably. And as I get more into cycling, I have a nice platform from which to work from.

Finally, the seller was very responsive (<24 hours) and helpful when I expressed concerns about a bent spoke and a wobble on the front wheel. The box looked like it had been graciously kicked while in the loving hands of UPS. I decided to true the wheel first and get the opinion of my local bike shop if it was actually damaged or just a cosmetic issue. They trued the wheel right up and it's in perfect shape. Had it been damaged, the seller had pledged me a replacement wheel, free of cost. That's great business attitude.
1389079
If you want a solid basic 20 foldable bike with commuter features: this is the one.
Ok. Its 33 pounds but for under $220 dollars you get fenders, carrier, 7 speeds and storage bag. Some $500 plus bikes claim 21 pounds add gears,fenders, carrier and you have 27 pounds or so and add a bag to $800-$2800. 6 pounds- it not a race bike, buy the wife and family one or take the wife or girlfriend on vacation or buy stock in amazon.
In the 1960s I owned a Schwinn two speed hub a solid bike and dependable.
This 20 foldable feel solid and has a double lock on the frame fold. I use it in a hilly island to commute 1 or so miles each way to work and short 8 mile hilly rides to the beach.
I added-a front basket and rear bag and a $9 dollar LED light kit. I use a 6 master bike lock to secure both wheels and frame to the bike rack. If you dress for work you need fenders. If your neighbor back washes his BBQ grill into the road without fenders you wear it to work. Unbeatable value, many standard features, easy to ride and easy to add options you need.
I looked at foldable bikes from $109 to $6,700 dollars and could not beat the value. Yes, the $6,700 weighed only 14 pounds,16 wheels and nothing else. Try riding it on a rough road, rain and no lights, holding your groceries in one hand and wearing BBQ grease.
  Hope this was helpful Ken
4238891
I bought this bike for cardio rehabilitation.  My wife and kids grew fond of it the moment I took it out of the box. We are all trying to be healthier and more active. It was a great investment. Vary satisfied with this product.
4102367
The Vilano C1 is an excellent comfort hybrid bike at an incredible price.  I bought this bike on Amazon for much cheaper (including paying for assembly at a local bike shop) than other options at Dicks Sporting Goods and Sports Authority.  I highly recommend the Vilano C1  it has exceeded my expectations.  Great looking bike that rides smooth!
2225409
This has been the best investment I've made for my bike. It pairs easily with my phone and allows me to recieve calls and listen to music via bluetooth on all my rides. The mounting is easy and it fits perfectly with my Shoei helmet. The microphone does a fantastic job to ignoring background noise. On city streets people don't even know I'm talking from my bike!
3795916
What a great city commuter bike. Simple, efficient, looks great, solid and light. I am very impressed by it.
I also have the Diamondback STI-1 which is aluminum and priced almost 2x this one, but I would honestly say I would prefer this bike over the diamondback.
The aluminum bikes might be a pound or two lighter than this one, but its truly insignificant.
The bike is absolutely silent, no clicks  or weird noises coming from the back.  You just hear the tire on the pavement.

It comes with a stand. A lot of the bikes don't come with a bike stand.

At two hundred bucks you cant go wrong with it and you don't have to loose sleep over getting it stolen.
I would recommend taking it to a local shop to get it adjusted and assembled. Its a one time fee but better get it rite the first time, plus the shop will lubricate all the parts during the assembly and adjust the brakes.

The only negative comment about this bike I would say are the breaks, I feel they can be a bit more powerful,  but its a none-issue can be replaced down the line.

I got the blue/white color. 54cm Frame.