Panasonic Sport 1000?
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Panasonic Sport 1000?
Looking for info on a mid /early 80's panasonic Sport 1000....I have the opportunity to pick one up for nearly nothing, looks to be in real nice condition. Where did this fall in the Panasonic model line? Bottom? Middle? Top? Any help would be appreciated!
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Entry level model, at or near the bottom of the line. Panasonic model levels increased with increases in the model number. Entry level is corroborated by the stem shifters, center-pull brakes, spoke protector, 27" rims and stamped dropouts. On the plus side, it does have a cotterless, triple crankset and appears to have quick release on the front wheel. Probaly a hi-tensile tubeset or maybe CrMo plain gauge for the main tubes. It would appear to be an early 1980s model or possibly very late 1970s. Knowing the derailleurs would help to confirm the age.
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Hey, I have one! I think mine is an 1985 model, given by the 1984 shifters, and a prominately placed "5" in the serial number (it's like "5Dxxxxx"). If you pick it up, lemme know what it has, I'm curious if mine was worked over at somepoint--I think it was, as it has an SIS freewheel but no index shifters (it does have stem shifters). Anyhow, mine has a decal on it stating "Tange double butted chro-moly" etc, along with lugs on the main tube; and I think it weighs about 25lb total, and it seems to go ok (but is about completely worn out IMO).
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Hey, I have one! I think mine is an 1985 model, given by the 1984 shifters, and a prominately placed "5" in the serial number (it's like "5Dxxxxx"). If you pick it up, lemme know what it has, I'm curious if mine was worked over at somepoint--I think it was, as it has an SIS freewheel but no index shifters (it does have stem shifters). Anyhow, mine has a decal on it stating "Tange double butted chro-moly" etc, along with lugs on the main tube; and I think it weighs about 25lb total, and it seems to go ok (but is about completely worn out IMO).
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Ah. I had to pay $5 for mine, and it's in poor condition (alot of paint missing). That said, as my first road bike, it's been scads better than trying to ride my mountain bike down pavement. So I'm biased, at least until I get something else.
Right now, I have to figure out what to do with mine. I need to either fix it up, or find something else affordable (so LBS bikes seem out of the picture, unless if I hit that lottery that I never play).
On edit: "junk" versus "great" probably is relative: it's relative to your prior bike experience. It probably was a low end bike in its day, and it's probably not anything great today (not a collectible nor some great racer/tourer/you-name-it).
Right now, I have to figure out what to do with mine. I need to either fix it up, or find something else affordable (so LBS bikes seem out of the picture, unless if I hit that lottery that I never play).
On edit: "junk" versus "great" probably is relative: it's relative to your prior bike experience. It probably was a low end bike in its day, and it's probably not anything great today (not a collectible nor some great racer/tourer/you-name-it).
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I also had an opportunity to pick up one for nothing -- as long as I had a cable cutter. It was initially in pretty good shape but left to rot chained to a light pole near my (DC) Metro station bike rack. I told the station manager and called the central office and got a bit of runaround. After a while, someone tagged all the abandoned/wrecked bikes with a notice that they would be removed after May 22, but nothing else happened. Two months later, the Panasonic was finally removed to make way for a construction project. It would have been a good subway runner for someone low on cash. The manager of the Metro line showed up one day to greet the riders, and I told him the story of how tempted I had been to liberate the bike from its slow death. He said "I would't have told anyone if you did."
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Entry level model, at or near the bottom of the line. Panasonic model levels increased with increases in the model number. Entry level is corroborated by the stem shifters, center-pull brakes, spoke protector, 27" rims and stamped dropouts. On the plus side, it does have a cotterless, triple crankset and appears to have quick release on the front wheel. Probaly a hi-tensile tubeset or maybe CrMo plain gauge for the main tubes. It would appear to be an early 1980s model or possibly very late 1970s. Knowing the derailleurs would help to confirm the age.
Craig's List ads asking 2 bills plus
https://boston.craigslist.org/nwb/bik/634893005.html
Panasonic Sport 1000 Bicycle - $250 (N. Andover, MA)
Reply to: sale-634893005@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-04-08, 1:48PM EDT
12-Speed 33" Men's Bike with Chrome-Moly Frame & Alloy 27" Wheels and Parts, Sumano Derailers & Brakes, and SAKAE/CX Crank Set ... Metallic Blue.
In excellent condition.
Reply to: sale-634893005@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-04-08, 1:48PM EDT
12-Speed 33" Men's Bike with Chrome-Moly Frame & Alloy 27" Wheels and Parts, Sumano Derailers & Brakes, and SAKAE/CX Crank Set ... Metallic Blue.
In excellent condition.
Panasonic Sport 1000 - $350
Reply to: sale-623793134@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-30, 7:39AM EDT
this bike has been kept in the house from the beginning. It has 2 new tires and was just tuned up with new brakes and all. to make an offer e-mail or call 609-760-3603
Reply to: sale-623793134@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-30, 7:39AM EDT
this bike has been kept in the house from the beginning. It has 2 new tires and was just tuned up with new brakes and all. to make an offer e-mail or call 609-760-3603
Panasonic Sport 1000 Mint Condition. (lincoln)
Reply to: sale-623899677@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-30, 10:59AM EDT
this is a classic panasonic sport 1000. these bikes new are worth atleast 600 dollars. this one was never rode. it has no scratches or marks. the bike also has an italia antatomic seat. it has 27 inch wheels that are in mint condition. the bike measures 21 inches from the crossbar to the center of the chain sprocket. I am asking 350 dollars OBO. Please email me for more information.
Reply to: sale-623899677@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-03-30, 10:59AM EDT
this is a classic panasonic sport 1000. these bikes new are worth atleast 600 dollars. this one was never rode. it has no scratches or marks. the bike also has an italia antatomic seat. it has 27 inch wheels that are in mint condition. the bike measures 21 inches from the crossbar to the center of the chain sprocket. I am asking 350 dollars OBO. Please email me for more information.
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I think those CL listers are overly optimistic in their asking prices for a 1000 Sport. I would think that lubed, tuned and with new rubber they would be $100-200 bikes, depending on the market.
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I bet it would sell fast at $200 on the philadelphia craigs list. There is a panasonic 500 for sale around my way so 1000 isnt the very bottum.
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I scored a Sport 1000 at Goodwill for $20 a while back, but it was too tall for both me and my wife, so I swapped the alloy rims and six-speed cogs onto my Fuji and donated the Pana to the LFBC. It left with a very tall guy the next week. For free, it's a pretty good bike.
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Handlebars for Panasonic Sport 1000
Hi there,
I'm a newbie. I finally bought my first road bike, a used Panasonic Sport 1000 off craigslist for 100 bucks. The handlebars seem a little too narrow for me (I'm guessing maybe 38cm). So I'm thinking to upgrade to a 40cm handlebar. Does anyone know what type of handlebars would fit the panasonic sport 1000? I'm guessing the size has to match up with the stem?
I'm a newbie. I finally bought my first road bike, a used Panasonic Sport 1000 off craigslist for 100 bucks. The handlebars seem a little too narrow for me (I'm guessing maybe 38cm). So I'm thinking to upgrade to a 40cm handlebar. Does anyone know what type of handlebars would fit the panasonic sport 1000? I'm guessing the size has to match up with the stem?
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I've got a Panasonic Sport, and you are correct: the stock handlebars are 38cm.
A couple weeks ago I updated mine to these: https://www.niagaracycle.com/product_...ucts_id=407239 I went with 44 cm because I'm broad shouldered, but they offer the same handlebars in other sizes.
Your stem is 25.4 diameter. That's the critical measurement. Most handlebars should fit as long as they use that stem diameter.
A couple weeks ago I updated mine to these: https://www.niagaracycle.com/product_...ucts_id=407239 I went with 44 cm because I'm broad shouldered, but they offer the same handlebars in other sizes.
Your stem is 25.4 diameter. That's the critical measurement. Most handlebars should fit as long as they use that stem diameter.
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Thank you for your reply Tundra_Man. Your handlebar looks awesome :-). What type of wrap did you use for this? I'm trying to get my handlebar really comfortable so that I can commute with the bike.
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I saw this on Amazon for $42.95 https://www.avenirusa.com/parts-and-a...bars-40cm.html
I get free 2 day shipping because I'm a Prime member. Do you think this would work with the panasonic sport 1000?
I get free 2 day shipping because I'm a Prime member. Do you think this would work with the panasonic sport 1000?
I've got a Panasonic Sport, and you are correct: the stock handlebars are 38cm.
A couple weeks ago I updated mine to these: https://www.niagaracycle.com/product_...ucts_id=407239 I went with 44 cm because I'm broad shouldered, but they offer the same handlebars in other sizes.
Your stem is 25.4 diameter. That's the critical measurement. Most handlebars should fit as long as they use that stem diameter.
A couple weeks ago I updated mine to these: https://www.niagaracycle.com/product_...ucts_id=407239 I went with 44 cm because I'm broad shouldered, but they offer the same handlebars in other sizes.
Your stem is 25.4 diameter. That's the critical measurement. Most handlebars should fit as long as they use that stem diameter.
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No, because the center diameter measurement is 31.8. You need something with 25.4 where the stem clamps on.
edit: Also, if you get any slightly-better-than-cheapest-available bar wrap then you should be good. Look for words like "gel", "padded", or "double thickness". Like so. Or get some gloves.
edit: Also, if you get any slightly-better-than-cheapest-available bar wrap then you should be good. Look for words like "gel", "padded", or "double thickness". Like so. Or get some gloves.
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I just used standard handlebar wrap. I think the brand was Profile Design. Nothing special, just what looked decent and wasn't expensive.
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Ah gotcha, thank you.
In terms of wraps, I was looking at the Planet Bike Comfort Gel wrap,
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...=ATVPDKIKX0DER
My LBS sells an Origin 8 bar tape for 20 bucks. Do you know how that compares to the planet bike gel wrap?
Thank you for your help
In terms of wraps, I was looking at the Planet Bike Comfort Gel wrap,
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...=ATVPDKIKX0DER
My LBS sells an Origin 8 bar tape for 20 bucks. Do you know how that compares to the planet bike gel wrap?
Thank you for your help
No, because the center diameter measurement is 31.8. You need something with 25.4 where the stem clamps on.
edit: Also, if you get any slightly-better-than-cheapest-available bar wrap then you should be good. Look for words like "gel", "padded", or "double thickness". Like so. Or get some gloves.
edit: Also, if you get any slightly-better-than-cheapest-available bar wrap then you should be good. Look for words like "gel", "padded", or "double thickness". Like so. Or get some gloves.
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Bar tape is cheap and easy to replace. I wouldn't get too hung up on it. If you buy some and don't like it after a while, just try a different brand.
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the bike does fit you yes? I mean aside from the bars feeling small/narrow
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Yes the bike fits (I think). I'm 5'5" and the frame is 49/50cm I believe. It feels fine riding it for the most part. I just find the bar to be slightly uncomfortable. Maybe after I re-wrap it with thicker wraps that might make a difference.
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That's right in the acceptable range. But bar tape is bar tape is bar tape. It's not gonna vary all that much between them. That said I'm actually using that Origin 8 stuff right now and it's comfy enough.
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