Hy guys, long story short: last summer I bought at early 80's 25" Motobecane Nomade II, and felt like it fit OK, versus many classic bikes where, due to my long torso, I feel way out in front of the bike. Some people here mentioned "French fit' and I guess I like it. I also like the Motobecane style/color schemes. So I have been wanting to upgrade to a nice Motobecane and recently tried a 24" '74-'76 Grand Jubilee, and while I loved the frame it was just to small, and I feel like a bear on a tricycle lol.

So my search is for a 25" Motobecane and I'm wondering if I should be looking at certain models more then others, given that I want as long a top tube as I can get. Is the geometry between say a Grand Jubilee and Grand Record different? Or the Le Champion etc. I want the most stable, 'long' frame, with 531 or equiv tubing, ideally with Nervex lugs. Any advice much appreciated.