Originally Posted by
okiride
Hi all,
I have been looking around for a road bike. I have been keeping a close watch on the second hand options. I often come across vintage bikes e.g. vintage Peugeot like them one attached. What does the community think about these vintage bikes? I think this particular was listed with the following specifications
19.5 inch frame, 24inch wheels
10 speed Simplex gears
Should vintage bikes be avoided for daily commute bikes? Is there anything particular to look out for?
Thanks all.
I think used bikes can have great value if you know what to look for.
I would seriously post a picture of that bike in the "classic and vintage" group to get their opinion. There are some people there that know old Peugeots like the back of their hand. I used to own a couple and a few things on that bike don't seem to fit.
For example, the cottered cranks and simplex derailleurs are things you would normally find on a much older Peugeot than that appears to be based on the decals. I also don't recall many Peugeots with internal cable routing.
24 inch wheels are very small for a road bike, so either that is a kids bike, or that's not the real size.