Originally Posted by
clubman
Perhaps the OP is asking the wrong question.
Should he look for parts to fix Autobike classic?
Tough question. If one enjoys evolutionary dead ends and unique bikes, then he should try to fix it. Otherwise, it would not be hard to retrofit to manual gear change.
I have seen only one Autobike in captivity, during one of my annual fixups for a local charity, and it seemed to function as intended. Somewhat clever solution to a nonexistent problem. (With today's electromechanical shift technology, it would not be hard to revisit the concept and do it right, if anyone saw a real need.)
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Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
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