Originally Posted by
HspLOBO
Im going to anticipate selling a few old audio gear items to obtain $150 - $200 to jump start project......likely at a reputable bike shop for new tires, rim balance and a minor tune up.
Want to keep everything original.
Any added suggestions on path path forward to make this bike reliable over the summer?
Originally Posted by
Aubergine
You found a good, durable, bike that won’t need much other than the new tires and tuneup that you already plan on doing. Just make sure the tuneup includes checking all the bearings (and regreasing them), and replacing cables and housings as needed. I concur with Skyerocker about removing the « auxiliary » levers, although I understand the appeal of keeping it original! I have a Motobécane that is as clean as your Nishiki, and I am leaving the turkey levers on it. But that bike will never be ridden in traffic, so the sluggish braking with the auxiliary levers won’t matter.
This might a good time to learn to do the work your self.....lots of guides and help both here and
onlline
https://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help
and you tube
$150 to 200 could get you set up with tools to handle much of what any home mechanic will ever do
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