Originally Posted by Bianchigirll (Post 19403565)

Do you have any pics? is it silver or chrome? More detail will be need to track it down.

Originally Posted by ViewmasterMik (Post 19388522)

Hello, I was searching the web, for a Bianchi database, and could not find one. Many searches pointed here, to this thread on Bike Forums. So...i just now registered, and need some help identifying my Bianchi. I have read through this thread, and have come to the conclusion, that my Bianchi is Italian made. I believe it is a 1988/1989 model, and do not think it had a model name on it when i got it. It is a brazed lug frame and fork. The only thing not brazed, was the front derailleur, it was a clamp on. It originally came with an Ofmega crank (52-42), suntour shifters and derailleurs, and Modolo brakes. Here is a pic of the serial number on bottom bracket. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I recieved this bike, as a gift in 89, and its my only road bike today. I have upgraded to a 7 speed, Campy Victory shifters and rear derailleur, and a Campy Veloce compact crankset.

Originally Posted by T-Mar (Post 19405525)

The subject frame was manufactured in 1986 but may be a 1987 model. If it originally had the Campione del Mundo decal shown on the refurbished frame, then it is a 1987 model. The OEM component mix was indicative of a Campione d'Italia. If the OEM shifting system was indexed, that would corroborate a 1987 Bianchi Campione d'Italia.

Originally Posted by ViewmasterMik (Post 19404980)

Here is my mystery Bianchi. I have had it since new (1989), and it has gone through a 90's powdercoating period, when i could do it for free. Imagine...head tube and fork in flourecent green, middle section bright white, and the rear triangle flourecent red (dark hot pink actually). When i got one too many, "Hey...the mexican consolate called, and they want their bike back", comments, i had to get it back to Celeste. LOL

Originally Posted by ViewmasterMik (Post 19407699)

T-Mar, Yes...the "Champion del Mondo" decal was original to the frame. The decal kit i got from Oz was pretty well done. Only decals he didnt make were the Columbus Formula Two for frameset and fork.

So, you really think its a "Champion de Italia"???

Originally Posted by vamdalist (Post 19404562)

Hey guys, great topic. I'm trying to identify my Bianchi bike but after searching for a few days I'm not any closer... My Bianchi is exactly this one but in original setup - vintagecycleco.wordpress.com/2011/07/18/bianchi-campione-del-mondo-19731974-touring-cycle/

Exactly same blue color, exactly same stickers. Can anyone tell what model / year is it? Any help would be great. Thanks in advance!

Originally Posted by T-Mar (Post 19408267)

That particular CdM decal and the serial number both indicate a 1987 model year and the Cd'I was the only 1987 model (in the USA) that combined a Formula II tubeset, SunTour derailleurs, Ofmega crankset and Modolo brakes. So, yes, I really think it's a 1987 Bianchi Campione d'Italia, unless you're withholding pertinent information, such as it being a non-USA model, or you've supplied erroneous information.

Originally Posted by T-Mar (Post 19408267)

That particular CdM decal and the serial number both indicate a 1987 model year and the Cd'I was the only 1987 model (in the USA) that combined a Formula II tubeset, SunTour derailleurs, Ofmega crankset and Modolo brakes. So, yes, I really think it's a 1987 Bianchi Campione d'Italia, unless you're withholding pertinent information, such as it being a non-USA model, or you've supplied erroneous information.

Originally Posted by Bianchigirll (Post 19408153)

So what happened to the B or eagl cartouche on the fork crown or the Bianchi on the seat stay caps?

Originally Posted by Bianchigirll (Post 19408334)

Hello welcome to the forums. "Exactly like this one but...." do you have any pics? How do you know which is actually original? The bike in he like looks to a low end machine.

vintagecycleco.wordpress.com/2011/07/18/bianchi-campione-del-mondo-19731974-touring-cycle/

Originally Posted by vamdalist (Post 19409034)

Unfortunately I don't have any pics. All I know is that my bike has the same blue frame and same stickers on it. This one on the vintagecycleco website has upgraded components but mine is original, nobody ever changed anything. Is there any way to tell what year / model is it?

Thank you.

Originally Posted by T-Mar (Post 19409161)

The linked bicycle is an entry level model based on the combination of stamped dropouts, a claw mount rear derailleur and steel, cottered crankset. I assume the 1973-1974 date is based on the presence of a Campione del Mondo decal, though I don't see it in the picture. The lighting bracket on the right fork leg indicates it's made for a market where they drive on the left hand side of the road, which complicates identification, as most forum members are USA based.

Without pictures of your actual bicycle, the best place to start is with the serial number, the brands and models of the major components and the text on the tubing decal, if present. That should at least allow us confirm the year and level, if not the model.

Originally Posted by vamdalist (Post 19409472)

Thank you so much for your answer! The only number I found on the frame is 56795 embossed on the rear part of the frame (the place where rear wheel is mounted). And thats it... is it telling you anything?

Thank you.

Originally Posted by jamesdak (Post 19141683)

Not really old but figured I'd share it for the database.

1999 Bianchi Campoine -New Pearl Lime since everyone has a Celeste Bianchi. And no I'm not jealous, LOL!

Ok one number stamped onto the BB and then an additional one on a bar code label on the downtube.

BB # WA8071115A

Bar Code Label # 78007355Z

I have no idea what any of the numbers mean but this is a 55cm frame so I suspect that's what the last numbers of the bar code mean.

Originally Posted by Hummer (Post 19410055)

Hi jamesdak,

The number on the BB is a Danish VIN. W means import into Denmark. The second letter, A, is the identifier of the importer, but I do not know which importer uses this indentifer. The letter at the end, A, is for the year 2006 (or 1985).

Occationally bicycles of various brand names with Danish VINs end up in North America.

More recently Trek and Specialized bicycles have serial numbers with the Danish VIN format.

Originally Posted by jamesdak (Post 19410073)

Hi and thanks. But that is a bit confusing. This is definitely a 1999 Bianchi Campione.

http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/B...model=Campione

Originally Posted by T-Mar (Post 19409658)

Typically, the Bianchi with purely numeric serial numbers turn out to be entry level models manufactured by Chiorda.

Originally Posted by rosecitycyclist (Post 19426086)

Greetings from the Great White North! This is my first post on Bike Forums after acquiring a vintage Bianchi. Naturally I'm having trouble identifying it due to the god-awful paintjob. I should start out by mentioning that its likely a Canadian model. I'm thinking 87-89 Campione d'Italia and I realize it may be a frankenbianchi. The frame was originally Celeste as I can see some inside the tubes. Specs are what I've identified to the best of my ability and are as follows:

Crank: Stronglight (390?)
Shifters: Campy (C-Record?)
Derailleurs: Campy
Brakes : Modolo Mach 1
Brake Levers: Modolo
Handlebar: ITM
Seatpost: ITM
Stem: Nitto
Headset: Ofmega
Dropouts: Gipiemme
Seat: Selle Italia
Rims: Ambrosio 19 Elite
Tires: Michelin Select Sport 700x20c

ANY help would be greatly appreciated!

EXTRA REQUEST: Could anybody direct me to the appropriate Canadian catalogs if available?

Originally Posted by T-Mar (Post 19426131)

Welcome to the forums. You bicycle appears to have started out its life as a 1989, Canadian market, Campione d'Italia.

Originally Posted by rosecitycyclist (Post 19426193)

Thanks T-Mar! Your reputation precedes you. Any specific giveaways? Do you have any info on the tubing and fork material? Would you happen to know where I could find it's catalog for reference? I plan on restoring this bad boy.