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It looks like a fine bike, and it might just still be in the positive $ margin range at $40 + saddle + pedals + LBS labor charges. Good luck on the sale. It will show nicely, so there's that. For someone, it'll be a really good rider.

I rode my Tempo for a while with the seat post at the max line and the saddle too low because the seat post was an uncommon size. Eventually, I accepted the fact that the bike was designed for someone with shorter legs and I passed it on.

I'd agree with the others, if the seat post is maxed out then it's probably too small. Tempos are great bikes and very underrated. If you plan on flipping it, be careful on the amount of money you spend. If all bearings are serviced, cables replaced and it's gleaming clean i'd estimate it would sell in the $200 - $250 range. The tires are the expensive part, so you are fortunate there. Good luck!

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Originally Posted by Phil_gretz (Post 20858662)

I’m still under 100 with bike+saddle+chain. Pedals I’ll be keeping because they go to my other bike. May swap out the derailleur cables but that’s minimal. I eve I actually clean it up and get the white bar tape whiter I think she’ll be a real looker.

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Originally Posted by Classtime (Post 20858722)

This tempo has a 26.6mm post.
It was definitely hard to accept that it’s to small but i just spoted a lemond on cl with 525 tubing in my size so maybe it’s meant to be haha

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Originally Posted by mkeller234 (Post 20858882)

I haven’t gotten in to the bearings but everything is turning smooth and I haven’t noticed any play so I may leave them alone. I’ll probably replace the Derailleur cables but that won’t add much cost. Luckily I live in a college town and we have a pretty big biking scene so I don’t think the price you listed will be hard to get especially having a nice set of tires.

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Originally Posted by CABELLOJO (Post 20858889)

Nice restore.

Thanks!

Yes, it's probably too small, but it's not a sure thing. If the saddle isn't high enough yet, get a longer seatpost, and try it to see how it feels. My ideal size is also a 56 or 57. I have one 54cm bike which, by chance, is totally comfortable for me.