I removed the two tubes from the frame. Used a Velcro patch shaped to cover end of the frame and the two openings.
The seat provides protection for the Velcro.
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While you wait for the arrival of your classic keep in mind that most of us started in the very same place you are now. I bought a new Silvio 1.0 sight unseen in 2009. Following the riding instructions found here on Cruzbike I was able to slowly ride...
Favero-Assioma pedals are very comfortable while riding To make walking easier I converted the pedals as described by GPLama.
https://gplama.com/2019/12/11/favero-assioma-xpedo-spd-hack-gravel-power/
The V20c is the latest and only present V model. Go to the Page;
CRUZBIKE VENDETTA V20C
" The V20c is our lightest, stiffest, smoothest, fastest Vendetta ever, joining a carbon fiber front end with an aerospace-grade aluminum alloy frame."
I have a 2015 Red Vendetta that I purchased from Cruzbike as a frame set. I assembled the bike without washers on either side of the pivot clamp.
I downloaded the assembly instructions on January 4, 2015. The use of washers was not mentioned.