JeffNYC Posted July 22, 2020 Share Posted July 22, 2020 (edited) Since I bought an MCM5, have no need for my trusty V8 anymore. Wheel is 2.5 yrs old and I've ridden it for a year with zero problems. 1700 total miles. Diagnostic test comes out with no issues and wheel charges to 100% (just tested see pic below). Almost always rode with the cover on (included) so wheel is in excellent condition. Upgraded the orig 1.9" tire to a 2.1" tire a couple months back, so tire is nearly new. Makes a noticeable difference vs the 1.9" tire in ride and bump stability, (so would highly recommend for other V8 owners) In downtown NYC (FiDi) and local buyers only for now. Edited July 27, 2020 by JeffNYC Updated info + price reduction Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sentient Posted July 22, 2020 Share Posted July 22, 2020 Hi, I have a v8 and was thinking of making the tire upgrade. Can I ask if it is as easy as buying a replacement tire for the v8f and putting it on the v8? Don't intend to hijack this thread. Hope you have a quick sale:) The V8 is great wheel. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffNYC Posted July 22, 2020 Author Share Posted July 22, 2020 No worries! It was that easy for me, but I think I recall reading of others who may have had rubbing issues with the 2.1" I believe Inmotion originally shipped the V8 with the 2.1" and then later switched to the 1.9", but not sure exactly why... Anyways, you may as well try and see on your wheel - worst case you'll probably find another V8 owner who'll want to take the tire from you and try themselves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sentient Posted July 22, 2020 Share Posted July 22, 2020 Cool. I'll order the v8f tire and give it a go. I have the V11 on order but I will keep the v8- it's a great wheel! Thanks again 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtlasP Posted July 22, 2020 Share Posted July 22, 2020 (edited) 5 hours ago, JeffNYC said: No worries! It was that easy for me, but I think I recall reading of others who may have had rubbing issues with the 2.1" I believe Inmotion originally shipped the V8 with the 2.1" and then later switched to the 1.9", but not sure exactly why... The V8 originally shipped with a 2.125" tire but users frequently had rubbing issues (between variations in individual tires, tire pressure, rider weight, etc--the tolerances were just too tight) and so they had to back down to shipping it with a 1.95" tire. This was fixed on the V8F which ships with a 2.125" tire. Edited July 23, 2020 by AtlasP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffNYC Posted July 22, 2020 Author Share Posted July 22, 2020 Ah, thanks for clarifying! I've had no rubbing issues with mine - but I run it at relatively low pressure - usually around 25psi - and I weigh 180lb. Maybe higher pressures increase risk of rubbing as tire expands? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtlasP Posted July 23, 2020 Share Posted July 23, 2020 I would think it'd be the other way around--lower pressures are prone to more deformation/widening as it compresses, whereas higher pressures should retain their shape better/not deform to where it hits the sides. It's likely more to do with the specific tire/tread you used, and/or your not-too-high weight, and/or perhaps your V8's case is more 'perfect'/not even slightly askew as to where it might be more prone to rubbing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffNYC Posted July 23, 2020 Author Share Posted July 23, 2020 Well I will say this - my original 1.9" tire had a bit of 'hop' - i.e. up/down motion as the tire spun - it was enough to be obvious if you spun the wheel by hand. With the new tire, I was lucky that it was perfectly round, and then I was extremely careful in seating it on the rim so that it was even all the way around. I think people don't realize sometimes how easily a tire can be seated unevenly, which can lead to a 'less-than-round' spin (which creates 'hop'), or a side-to-side wobble, and if tolerances are tight in the case, then it's much more likely to rub. Of course could also be the tire type - I'm using a Kenda K1039 16x2.125 for what it's worth. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgortner Posted July 25, 2020 Share Posted July 25, 2020 Hi there. I am interested! I’ll send you a PM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgortner Posted July 25, 2020 Share Posted July 25, 2020 Apparently because I am new I can’t sent messages. I’ll try to reach out to a moderator and ask. But you can also email my gmail account. It’s my user name at gmail. Or I am mrjustinr on Instagram. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ambrose Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 Is this still available? If so, what is the best way to contact you? (pms not working on this site). I'm located in downtown manhattan and am very interested. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffNYC Posted July 27, 2020 Author Share Posted July 27, 2020 Yes still available. Just sent you a PM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffNYC Posted July 28, 2020 Author Share Posted July 28, 2020 SOLD Thanks to Ambrose for an honest, responsive, and efficient transaction! Good luck on your EUC journey! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hasan Bilal Posted August 28, 2020 Share Posted August 28, 2020 Hey Buddy, is this still available? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hasan Bilal Posted August 28, 2020 Share Posted August 28, 2020 Nvm, I’m an idiot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Patrick Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 Still available? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ambrose Posted October 16, 2020 Share Posted October 16, 2020 Wanted to just update everyone that the transaction with Jeff was very smooth. He took the time to describe the history of the EUC and showed me some great beginner tips. Unit works just as described and I've been using it regularly since purchase. Thanks Jeff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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