Classic and Vintage Bicycles: What's it Worth? Appraisals and Inquiries - The oldest Motobecane road bike in the States?

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blinkyoureyes
07-30-09, 11:49 AM
i bought up a lot of bikes and parts from a guy who closed down his bike shop in the 70s.
this was one of the bikes.
i have searched and searched for info. best idea i can guess is that its early 60's
has owner's badge on head tube. marked with the guy's name and Marolles, FR.
obviously its not in great shape, but its got some great details.
i am not really concerned with its worth, just maybe some information.
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unworthy1
07-30-09, 12:08 PM
sure looks earlier than any I've seen before: and with Mafac cantis and 700C x 35 tires: a very comfi tourist. Are those Campy hubs or Huret? 4-speed cluster?
blinkyoureyes
07-30-09, 12:11 PM
sure looks earlier than any I've seen before: and with Mafac cantis and 700C x 35 tires: a very comfi tourist. Are those Campy hubs or Huret? 4-speed cluster?

they are Huret. says Huret Lux on the wingnuts.
and, its a 4 speed cluster.

maxjc84
08-01-09, 12:41 AM
Freakin awesome find! Sorry I can't help with the details but there are some very unique parts on there.
The wingnut style quick release and the light. Wonder if there's a modern version of that light. So simple yet efficient.