Alfster 

Too bad you didn't go garage sale shopping in the summer. Old 10 speeds go for $10 to $50, usually in better shape than the pic you posted.

aMull

^ That bike needs to be saved and converted.

metalchef87

Don't you dare convert a helpless classic bike into a fixie...shame on you...

And doohickie did not steal any bikes...he either found them in the dump or was given them...

RigHty

i bought it for 135$ but i think i got ripped off. either way i think its a fun bike.

aMull

I like.

GRedner

What?! I don't think you got ripped off at all - in fact, I think you got a rather nice deal! I love old steel bikes.

metalchef87

nicely done

Alfster 

Nice bike! No you did not get ripped off. It's a decent price for that bike. You even have some budget left over for some accessories. Well done!

For starter accessories I would recommend:
- helmet
- Front Blinker Light
- Rear Blinker Light
- Rear Rack with some type of storage
- Chain Lube
- Chain Degreaser
- Basic multi-tool (or individual tools)

*** Maintaining your bike is half the fun! ***

btw, post a pic of your cat here: https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...310584&page=27

RigHty

awesome. good to know i got a good bike at a good price. 1 thing i didnt like is the pedal straps. my foot got stuck in it and i fell over. lol. thx everyone for helping me. i appreciate it. the size of the bike feels perfect. when i stand up the frame is about a inch away from my crotch. i also need a lock. whats a good lock?

i love my car. i work on it all the time, but i think im gonna use my bike more often now.

PlatyPius

That's a really sweet bike. I bought an old Nishiki today. I think yours is nicer. lol

10 Wheels

You did Good.
Way to go.

metalchef87

First off a good lock is a kryptonite u lock, but they are expensive. I would go with some sort of ulock for sure though, they have to either have a key or a torch to get through it. Always lock the bike through the back tire AND the frame, and always attach it to something that can not be broken or moved easily, such as a bike rack or a street sign.

The toe clips with straps will help your efficiency later on, once you get used to them they are easy to get in and out of, it took me maybe two rides. The trick is to just pull straight backwards when you try to get your foot off the pedal, not up. Also if you loosen the straps a little bit it will help you get your feet in and out...they should be tight enough to keep your feet from lifting off the pedal, but loose enough to easily manuever your feet if needed.

Enjoy the bike, first things to get...lights and lock. Then you can worry about a rack and things...backpack works fine.

RigHty

just went out for a ride. i raced my brother in his car. the location was 2 miles away and he beat me... by maybe a min. i noticed im completely out of shape. i get winded easy. the straps actually helped alot, it made pedaling easier. the seat is also very uncomfy. so i might buy a new seat. im just so happy with my bike. after i get a lock im gonna ride this thing everywhere.

knobster

This is what we like to hear. You did well with the second bike. The first one I would take if offered for free.

BTW, I want a refund for my wasted bandwidth. Those are some seriously large pictures!

RigHty

its not that big. i resized them already. just the wrong size lol. but seriously guys thx for your help. im glad u like the bike too.
and i posted my pets in the pet section.

zachimal

Not for long though, keep up the enthusiasm.

Yan 

I paid $60 for this bike (in San Francisco!), and sold it for $80 four months later when I left town. It was an awesome ride.

The saddle and rack were purchased seperatedly and not sold with the bike.

RigHty

https://www.performancebike.com/shop/...tegory_ID=6700

that is the lock im getting. not too exspensive

Alfster 

I have a bulldog lock. So far my bike hasn't been stolen.

LanceMach

Another one bites the dust!

I bought a road bike a few years ago, unsure if I would like it as much as I remembered. That's led to me commuting to the train station by bike every day. I have two Mustangs (including the one in my avatar) and I drive one maybe once a month (and never for my commute).

Congrats on a great buy for that bike - I love old steel!

RigHty

wow nice cars.here is mine


i think my bike is cromo. it says that on the fork. late 80's bike? there is also rust spots here and there. so i might sand it down.

M_S

Read around in the frame building forum for repainting tips. Looks like you got a good deal. That lock is solid too.

RigHty

i dont know. there is quite a bit of rust at the bolts. i might just strip the whole bike and paint it?

metalchef87

I have that exact bulldog lock...it works great. If you are going to strip it and paint it, make sure you have the time and space to do it...you could have someone sandblast the frame and have someone else powdercoat it for you...a bit more expensive that way though

rotharpunc

Nice find on the Nishiki! you got a good deal, especially in Brooklyn. If your worried about the paint, powdercoat is the way to go, should run about $100 for the frame and fork. Other than that, I second a good lock, run a cable through anything that has a quick release, and possibly a rack and fenders if you think you could use them. Deffinetly lights, and since you mechanically inclined(assuming by your Celica), check out sheldonbrown.com to learn how to fix anything you can't figure out how to do on your own. Also, check out the classic and vintage forum here, your bike would fit right in there and I'm sure someone could tell you all about it.