V3 Mundo Cargo Bike

What steps are involved in assembling the V3 Mundo?

The build of the V3 is quite easy and would take a bike person with medium bike mechanic skills 45 minutes to an hour and a half. Whereas the previous model has a rear rack that bolted to the main frame, the V3's rack is totally welded - making the build much faster and the bike sturdier.Buildup is:

front wheel
stem
side loader rack
seat
pedals
plastic top deck

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How do I use an internally geared hub or cross-country hub with the Mundo frame?

The Mundo comes with a 48-spoke, tandem-strength rear wheel that has a 14mm axle. Most mountain bike wheels, internally geared hubs. To adapt these smaller axles to the Mundo's frame, you can use an axle adaptor.

Veteran Mundo rider and mechanic Mike Cobb writes: Read More »

Can a Mundo be shipped ready to ride? How much extra does this cost?

The Mundo can be shipped 95% assembled. The tools required are basic: allen keys and an adjustable wrench.You are required to complete the last few steps of assembly:

Straighten handlebar -- 5 minutes
Install pedals -- 5-10 minutes
Install rear carrier -- 10-20 minutes.

Please note that we charge a $80 build fee in addition to the shipping cost. This is the cost of building up, test riding, and then boxing your Mundo. Read More »

Can I add an electric-assist motor to my Mundo? If so, which do you recommend?

A few Mundo riders have successfully used front wheel electric assist systems and they seem to be quite happy about them. We recommend the eZee hub motor: light weight, high torque, 400 watt motor kit with lithium battery.

Can I buy the Mundo frame and fork without parts?

At this time we won't be selling the Yuba frameset. We would encourage you to start with the stock parts and upgrade as you see fit.

How wide is the Mundo, including the rear side racks?

The Mundo is 50 CM (22.5") wide, with the rear side racks. The side racks are removable.

I read that the Mundo will have a 5-speed internal hub option. Do you guys carry it? What do you think of internal hubs?

The 5-speed option for the Mundo will probably not be available in 2008 in either the US or Europe, based on our conversations with the manufacturer.

While we're on the topic of internally geared hubs, here are a few pieces of info you might find useful.

Even with an internal hub bike you still have to take measures to protect the drivetrain against rust. You still have to lube the chain, about as frequently as on a bike with a derailleur. Both derailleur and internal hub bikes have a cable that must be occasionally lubed. Read More »

How do you carry small things on the Mundo?

The Mundo's rear carrier doesn't have pockets. It's just a chassis that's ready for you to customize for your carrying needs. In order to carry small things like notebooks, fruit, toothbrush, etc., you'll need to bring a backpack or messenger bag and strap that to the Mundo using cam straps or bungees. One of the nice things about using a messenger bag is that many of them are inherently waterproof, constructed of a vinyl lined nylon fabric. So waterproofing your gear on your cargo bike could be as simple as using the bags you already own.