Mainly pre-1987 bikes & components
Notes: the Vitus has 126mm rear spacing on the frame (to suit 6/7 speed) and is not suitable for cold-setting, so in order to fit a 9 speed cassette, the hub – a stunning NOS 16 hole Shimano Dura-Ace FH-7700 – was spaced down to fit the frame, with the rim dished to suit, and […]
Vitus 787 Futural flat bar 1×9 Read More »
An enjoyable test ride for Mike’s pride & joy after a lengthy restoration… Â Â
Raleigh Bomber Mk2 restoration part nine – FINISHED Read More »
Sorry to keep you waiting so long if you’ve been following the story so far – nice parts are for old French bikes are pretty thin on the ground ok – but now, pedals and saddle notwithstanding, the lofty old Gallic gent is now ready for his debut test ride! Here’s how he used to
Record breaking Peugeot restoration… part 8 – FINISHED Read More »
Finally got the frame lacquered, and just installed the headset…
Record breaking Peugeot restoration… part 7 Read More »
Original parts restored include frame, forks, cranks, bottom bracket, shifter, brake calipers and levers, mudguards, basket, cable guides and headlamp. New and NOS items include saddle, decals, tyres, chain, pedals, cotterpins, cables, brake pads and bell. Everything else we sourced and / or restored with the aim of making the bike look and feel as
Elswick Invincible – part 5 – FINISHED Read More »
