Cyrusher Kommoda Bike upgrades

I wanted to update you all on how I'm getting on with my new bike after a few hundred miles and show you what upgrades I've done and talk about some niggles I had with the bike.
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[@linz_in_NZ]

Totally agree with how good palm rests are, they make a huge difference. My ebike came with them and seat post suspension. I got the same bottle bag for mine, there is a spot for a bottle holder, but as the top tube slopes a lot it was in the way, its also good as it helps keep your drink hot/cold too. I've got the rear bag like Wondering Womble with the fold down sides - find it great for small shops, lunches/snacks and for somewhere to put an extra layer of clothing or waterproof jacket. I do like the look of that folding rucksack, must see if I can find something similar, would be good as we are planning on doing some of the Otago Rail Trail and Alps 2 Ocean here in NZ, and having an extra lightweight bag for a few extra layers etc that we can remove easily from the ebikes would be very good.

[@John-mn1vy]

Hi John, I had a very similar tool kit and was in the same place as yours, I didn't use it much at all, when I came to use it all the tools were rusty, I cleaned them all up and covered them with an oily rag, next time I went to use them no more rust.

[@markwhitehead64]

Hi John great video loving the new bike very much and the addition you have put on it really amazing really looking forward to seeing your next video keep safe 😊👍🏻

[@sportgliderider]

nice on John, very interesting the mods you have done, most people just plod on with things not being quite right. and they are easy mods for anyone to do. yes, supposed to be a heatwave this weekend, i do hope so, but for october it is pretty warm. catch you on the next one

[@welshieonwheels]

Nice one , you looked as if your travelling really fast , lots of fun good luck 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇬🇧🇨🇦

[@matauboy]

You can get rear shocks fitted with a lockout. My partner's ebike has one and she eventually found it to be very useful. Good ones flick in and out very quickly and you soon get used to anticipating when you need it.

[@DA11NOON]

Great vlog John have a good weekend to

[@markstephens6525]

Great vlog John, interesting tracks anywhere near Dolby forest for future reference. Mark 😎

[@maffosweetyify]

Definitely going to get those tyres cheers John 👍

[@bettyourcampervan]

Another ace video sir 🎩

[@benwilmot7094]

John as well as the rear suspension you can get shorter cranks and pedal arms - normally the length is on the back of the pedal arm - 175 and 170 are standard but you can go as low as 165 or smaller if you go for Childs crank sets - I put 165s on mine and it made a significant improvement. You would then just need a crank extractor tool which you can get from decathlon, Hanford’s etc

[@GadgetJohn]

I need every bit of power to the crank, hence looking for a new cassette, so reducing the length of the crank arms would be counter productive.

[@benwilmot7094]

@@GadgetJohnI looked into that and with the right gearing the impact is negligible- there’s a good article on it on the shamano website

[@swleek]

Fit a longer adjustable shock rather than a bar. They can lockout but if you increase the strength you will probably get what you want

[@micro_adVANtures]

Have thought about doing the great Yorkshire bike ride?? It’s 70 miles from weather t racecourse to the Brigg in filey (I’ve done it 4 times) yes E-bikes are allowed as it’s all for charity Covid killed it off BUT I’ve heard it’s being revived next year.

[@GadgetJohn]

Sounds interesting

[@Raf-zu5le]

That tread pattern reminded me of my old Raleigh Grifter - happy memories ☺️ Great video but looks extremely fast - you take care 👍

[@Raf-zu5le]

P.s to get more ground clearance you could try and get a stiffer or longer shock, or maybe fabricate something like a leaf spring shackle hanger. Couple of decent titanium plates either side of shock top would do it and look quite 'factory' fit 🤔

[@paulawaters6142]

All that cycling will be getting you fit and looks like you have lost weight too! Great to do that having some much fun. I live my e bike!!

[@vivienne3757]

By the time you have finished they will be getting you design there next bike🤙like the fact you have somewhere for snacks🤭

[@GadgetJohn]

Snacks are life 😋😁

[@yaminthegrey]

Hari Om Nice touches - makiing it all your own! YAM xx

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

good vid

[@robincurwood]

Hi John, with regards to the rear shock. Can you lock it out. On midprice and up bikes you can lock them or/and adjust them?

[@leannearnold8326]

Hoping that solo stove have reached out to you to review the new "pi prime" pizza oven 😂..it looks good.

[@GadgetJohn]

I hope so too! 👍🏻

[@MrSnowMen]

Saw you on Mandy's channel activate a drone from the palm of your hand. Could not find any of your old drone videos, just wonding which drone and controller you use. you drone shots have always been stunning. Thanks for a great video.

[@GadgetJohn]

That drone review video will be out next week 👍🏻

[@MrSnowMen]

@@GadgetJohn ThankYou John, have a great evening. Take care.

[@geoffcampbell7846]

Interesting stuff John, and great to see how you're modding the bike. Have you thought about a different, longer shock on the back rather than converting it to a hard tail? If you're only after an inch or two lift, that should be doable given the massive range of bikes with similar rear suspension. Just a thought.🤔 Tally ho! 👋

[@GadgetJohn]

I am looking for shocks, but with the seat mods I’m not sure I’ll need one.

[@crashnreset6987]

I just bought one today.....The rear shock is naff, stock it's hydrolic 175mm none adjustable... even before i bought it i was planning of changing it, i assume 190mm adjustable air/shock will raise the crank slightly and give a smoother ride and return better...also adjstable to my weight and needs... because,,, i weigh alot and am very needy ;p The front shocks are pretty naff as well !

[@roadlife4433]

Hi John did you get your rear window blind from magnum. Been looking all over for blinds and it’s not easy at all

[@GadgetJohn]

My rear window & the blind are all offered by magnum but they’re from Solway, there’s a video all about them.

[@Fastdan14]

That bike looks fun how fast are you going?

[@GadgetJohn]

Top speeds were around 28 mph but mostly around 22mph around the track.

[@mike142sl]

Hi, where is that track. Looks like it's not far from me in West Sheffield.

[@GadgetJohn]

It’s Sutton Bank, loads of great tracks from there.

[@jamesmackay4652]

Try a pair of water ski gloves,they hold a curve for your fingers.

[@GadgetJohn]

My fingers need to be flat extended for braking at times though.

[@shaunwizard]

Could you go for a shorter crank to help stop the pedals grounding?

[@GadgetJohn]

That would hugely affect the gearing and make the bike unusable.

[@shaunwizard]

​@@GadgetJohnjust a thought, ❤

[@juliahutchinson4542]

What happened to the Mirider John?

[@GadgetJohn]

I changed to a bigger bike a couple of months ago as I like to go for longer rides and in slightly rougher terrain

[@pamchurcher8833]

Hi John nice to see you with Mandy again looks like you have redesigned the bike if they copy you they should pay you .❤❤❤

[@markandrews70]

What’s the front light like in the dark

[@GadgetJohn]

It’s really good.

[@Ibdrekly]

You could get a longer shock but be careful you don't change the steering geometry too much.

[@GadgetJohn]

It’s the rear shock, it doesn’t have anything to do with the steering.

[@Ibdrekly]

@@GadgetJohn yes but if you lift the crank further from the ground by using a longer rear shock you change the angle of the head stock therefore changing the steering geometry slightly. I've done this before due to being tall some bikes it can be ok but others can give a strange steering feel. 😁

[@GadgetJohn]

I’m only stopping it dipping from the shock travel, so it won’t change it

[@victor007ven]

👍

[@tedwensing1842]

What % sag are you running in the rear shock?

[@GadgetJohn]

Sadly it’s so basic there’s no adjustment or spec on it.

[@tedwensing1842]

So can you ad more air or better still find a better shock

[@GadgetJohn]

As I said, it has no adjustment in the shock, and I said in the video I’m looking for an alternative 👍🏻

[@tedwensing1842]

My apologies, I thought in the video you just said about putting a solid rod there, nothing about another shock

[@Old_Man_Pete]

Trying to say where you can get a cassette and the stupid algorithm keeps deleting my post. Starts with Ali ends in press and has an X in the middle.

[@GadgetJohn]

Got you 👍🏻 it’s a 7 speed with freewheel and they’re sadly not that common, unless you want a 14 to 28 🤦🏼‍♂️ but I’ll keep looking.

[@Rob.1340]

👍🚐🚐😎