Huffy miss america banana seat bike from the 70 s bing the bigfatlucha vintage raleigh chopper advertisements 1970 schwinn stingray bicycle vintage 70s amf westpoint 5 speed mens blue 26cruiser vintage 60s 70s schwinn mens speedster metallic green bike amf 20 70s unin childrens jr roadmaster kids bicycle saltafoss bici cross vintage 70s saltafossi carnielli. Jun 16, 2015 just bought this 70s motobecane grand record form a picker who plucked it form a garage sale. Mar, 2012 the money for any french made motobecane is in the frame material. Prior to me, it was owned by an old wrencher and friend here in portland. Looking for something decent, but budgetish, to commuteget in shapefind a ride group on. This classic motobecane road bike from the 1970s is a quality example of french cycling history. This beautiful frame is handmade with great care from lightweight 7005 aluminum, fully doublebutted for a resilient ride and even more comfort comes from the kinesis carbon fiber fork.
Motobecane is a different corporation from motobecane usa, which imports a wide range of bicycles from taiwan manufactured by kinesis industry co. The brake levers and chainrings have been drilled for lightening and a groove has been milled on the inside face of each crank and the sides of the stem, presumably for the same purpose, and grooves have. There are also some surprising or odd notations on the specifications sheet. You can think about what type of biking you would like to do as you look through the available selection. Some sweet and tender oneowner goodness in the form of a motobecane grand record. Used motobecane bicycles for sale local bicycle trader.
Motobecane bicycles have a particular place in the hearts and minds of vintage bikes buffs, especially those of us who were first introduced to lightweights in the 1970s. I bought my motobecane when i 1st got into riding as a frame only about 30 years. Hi, attached are a few images of my just completed restoration of a 1976 motobecane grand record. With a fabulous sense of style in classic black and red, you couldnt do better than the grand touring for comfort and reliability for the long miles ahead. If you are looking for a project bike shop this page or parts to complete your project, check out our nos parts for sale pages. Bikes direct gravity liberty cxd closer look at the good and bad of disc brake cyclocross bike duration. If you are looking for a lightweight used bike, then consider the diamond. Specifications for grand jubile, inter club, grand sprint, grand record, le champion, and team champion. Jan 31, 2014 this was given to me used by a friend who bought it used himself several years ago and put well over 10,000 miles on it. The grand touring was motobecane s next to topoftheline touring bike in 1980. Rick ss 1980 motobecane grand touring old ten speed gallery. Hi john, i just wanted to reach out and let you know how much i enjoy your blog. Immediately i saw it hanging on the wall sitting between a multicolored super mondia and a yellow and black motobecane grand record. The le velo isnt just another economy priced bicycle built for appearance without substance, its a proud member of the motobecane family of quality bicycles.
I love the fact that your restoring bikes that most in the bike repair business wouldnt touch or would charge so much the owner throws the bike out and gets something from walmart. Road bikes motobecane grand record gs grand record gs. Budget bicycle center has vintage bicycles from all eras. The motobecane is a shining example of solid design with good spec and a fine ride at a great price. Vintage lightweight pricing guide geminiani to motobecane. Steel vintage bikes motobecane 1970s classic road bicycle. The pictures do not do this bike justice, is a great find in excellent condition.
Motobecane fast electric bike 48v 17ah 50mile 2 x 10 speed range carbon fork street racing 700c orange 20. Restored motobecane grand record bicycle technology and patents. The above prices are for bikes produced in the mid 70s. Early 70s motobecane grand record, fresh pick the classic. Find used motobecane bikes for sale with a large selection of new and used bicycles at local bike trader. In 1973 i bought my first real road bike, a motobecane grand record. The bike appears to be all original, campy parts, nervex lugs, 531 frame 7 fork, bike is filthy dirty, appears to be original tires, high flange campy hubs, any info on these bike would be. Equipped with professional grade shimano technology. This auction is for a 1975 motobecane grand record vintage road bike size 58 cm red with gold and black trim including a rare gold rear chainring, looks like a jubilee paint but has nicer upgraded butted steel lugs.
Year bike picture description 0 motobecane lt3 0 motobecane mb1 0 motobecane sp50 1924 1924 motobecane mb1 1926 motobecane mb1 motobecanes first motorcycle, the mb1, was developed during 1923 and entered production towards the end of 1924. Thanks for putting in the time to document your efforts. We sell s of vintage, classic, retro, reproduction, and antique bicycles for the avid collector. Ritchey bar, stem and seatpost with a vuelta wheelset. When you ride the new motobecane grand record gs, you will understand. Admittedly, we stretched to find 3 bikes worth comparing headtohead. Bicycle decals for vintage, classic, contemporary motobecane.
Frame materials are columbus, reynolds 531 and vitus 172. List a bike that you want to sell or trade for free. Bicycling is a form of exercise that has cardiovascular benefits, gets you outside, and can be used as a way to get around town. I purchased the bike from him in 2007 as my first, serious, road bike. Constructed using reynolds 531 tubing, the frame is of the highest standard. A combination of european craftmanship and 50 years of engineering know how guarantees unexcelled performance. Suntour cyclone gt derailleur option on grand jubilee helps date this catalog 1976 or later. May 07, 2015 unboxing and first impressions of this great bike. My fun project of late has been restoring my old bike to its former glory. Utilizing preeminent components and decades of technology, motobecane presents the 1979 10 speed bicycle line. The colour of the team bikes was later changed to dark blue. Motobecane is a compound of moto, short for motorcycle.
If you have a question about your antique bicycle, we. I am therefore looking for an aggressive, trailoriented ride. Established in 1923, by 1984 motobecane had become a top french brand with 2000 employees. Fantom xc bicycling magazine a light frame and good spec make motobecane s xc racer fast and fun. Read its strength, weaknesses, find deals and pricing. Pre1970 motobecane the simplicity of vintage cycles.
Thoughts on a motobecane grand record as a first bike. In the 1970s, they were one of the few to import japanese bike parts to use on their racing bikes before eventually selling to yamaha in 1981. There it wasa teal blue motobecane le champion in all its glory with gold and white accents and gold decals that looked like they had been handpainted on. Restored motobecane grand record bicycle technology and.
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