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Old 10-16-04, 12:40 PM
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Kirk Precision

I have a Kirk Precision mountain bike frame from the early 90's that i have never used. I've recently realized that i MUST get back into mountain biking. I don't know; however, if I would be better to sell this frame and buy a new bike or purchase new parts and assemble it. If you have any idea of how much I could get for this frame or any suggestions as to what i should do. please let me know.

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Old 11-18-04, 06:44 PM
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some threads have over 500 people checking them out how do i get more of you to see mine, anyone?
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Can you describe the frame in as much detail as possible (and post a pic or two, if you can)? That should get some discussion rolling.

Also, describe the type of riding you plan to do. Welcome back to mtn biking!
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Buy a new frame. Sizing of some of the components may be hard to get such as hubs and fork.

Not sure on what you could get...20$ maybe...
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Thanks for the replies, The frame is made out of cast magnesium. I will be doing the occasional mtb x country race with some friends, nothing too competive though. Since the original posting I have actually started to put the bike together by, ordering parts etc, in preparation for this up coming season. I figured since already had a frame, fork and a couple other parts I might as well finish the project that begain 9 years ago. I guess at this point I'm just wondering if anyone knows anything about these frames, the boys at the local bike shop hadn't seen anything like it. Now i'm beinging to wonder if anyone has?? Anyways i've included a picture someone else's bike which has the same frame as mine. Take a look its quite "unique" frame and let me know if you've ever seen or heard anything about these frames. I look forward to reading the replies.

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Old 11-25-04, 11:41 PM
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That's a beautiful bike. Having owned a Richard Cunningham designed Nishiki Ariel and my current K2 OzM, I have a soft-spot for elevated-stay bikes. I really do like their looks. I have always admired the Kirk Precision frames but I will have to agree with Maelstrom that it might be a bit of a strain to find and upkeep it with modern parts. If it were me, I'd keep the bike around in a restored but authentic state for fun riding and pick up a new bike for racing.
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Judging by the trusswork on the frame it looks strong as hell... I vote build it up. But, then again what do I know? I'm a newbie!
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Here it is 8 years in the making at its finally finished.. thanks for your encouragement well at least until I can afford a new fork. Thought some of you out there might want to take a look.. Enjoy!


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Nice bike and great work.
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Looks strong.
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First of all, nice bike. I've never seen one in person and thus never ridden one. Looks like a sweet bike. I really like the matte grey color.

Secondly, a nice new fork will definately help. I'd stay away from the current crop of longer travel forks, it'll mess up the geometry of that bike too much. Stick with a fork with 80mm of travel.

Thirdly, I'd level out that saddle. You want the saddle to be almost parrallel with the floor. From the pics it looks like the tip is pointed WAY down. This will cause you to feel like you're sliding off the front of the saddle and will cause a lot of strain on your arms to keep you up on the bike.
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Originally Posted by catwalk
Here it is 8 years in the making at its finally finished.. thanks for your encouragement well at least until I can afford a new fork. Thought some of you out there might want to take a look.. Enjoy!


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looks good, but be wary. the kirk frames, from what i recall had quite a habit of unexpected breakages; just keep your eyes on it.

ride it!
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Originally Posted by catwalk
I have a Kirk Precision mountain bike frame from the early 90's that i have never used. I've recently realized that i MUST get back into mountain biking. I don't know; however, if I would be better to sell this frame and buy a new bike or purchase new parts and assemble it. If you have any idea of how much I could get for this frame or any suggestions as to what i should do. please let me know.

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Catwalk, if you still have that Kirk die-cast magnesium frame, please do not sell it. I was turned on by those kirk frames when they first came out. I rode one at a Long Beach bike show and it was one of the smoothest bikes I've ever felt. As a Registered Engineer I found all the curves and design features almost pornographic. I will be getting some money soon and badly want one of those frames refinished in white and equipped for formal club fun rides. Anyone else out there who wants to sell a frame to a loving home?

EDIT: 8 months later: I have found that the early Kirks had teething problems and the company did not outlast them. I would still like to have a frame to mount on a wall and fondle

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