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I agree the brake levers are complete toss, and I've had some issues with the bottom bracket loosening (LBS seemed to think it was a common thing for them to come out of the factory and loosen up after a few rides).
I'm currently looking to replace the shitty levers. I already swapped the brake pads from horrid solid grey plastic things to some cheap Clarks which are 3 times as good. I will shortly be replacing the bars and stem, but that's more for aesthetics to be honest.
If I had the money, I'd consider replacing the forks with something else (maybe the charge scissors - yes, they're pretty much the same, but lighter). The weight isn't terrible, but it could be better.
I really like how the bike rides and if anything it's making me want more. It's got me into fixed riding and I want to sample different flavours. I'm buying an old frame and some bits tonight for a fixed "town bike" which I'll be building myself with cheap/used parts. I have the Charge to thank for this :) I also want to get something more road orientated with drops like a fuji/langster/bowery etc etc. Again, I want to sample different aspects of fixed riding.