Originally Posted by
Gashepherd
I'm trying to identify a vintage centurion bicycle model, it has a suntour cyclone rear derailleur, dia-compe side pull brakes, suntour power shifters, the seller says the serial number is MF00173
The handlebars are unusual I've never seen any quite like them before
thank you for any information you might be able to share
One other unidentified Centurion with a serial number having an MF-prefix has been reported. Unfortunately there were no pictures submitted. However, the reported component date codes, with the exception of the atypical Weinmann brakeset. indicated 1976 manufacture. The Cyclone rear derailleurs would suggest a Professional or Semi-Pro but the swaged crankset, which is far more likely to be OEM, is indicative of a Super LeMans. We can increase our confidence level from the diameter of the seat post, which is a good indicator of the tubing grade. I'd also appreciate some component date codes, if possible.