Originally Posted by noobinsf

Does it ride ok? The pic you shared of the serial number shows that the rear wheel is strongly biased toward the drive side, which must be a result of the dent.

Even with the dent, this is a special bike, so certainly if you have the means and inclination, you should get another beater bike for around town.

There are some folks who frequent the forums who do frame repairs, so I'm sure several of them will be along soon to give an opinion on what your repair options are.