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09-08-07, 08:46 PM
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Motobecane
Hi, I saw a Motobecane made in france special edition bike on my local flea market, it had dia comp levers/shifters, shimano tourney brakes, but a peugeot fork.
The guy wanted 45$, is it a reasonable price, or its scrap? considering that the bike had no rust what so ever
The guy wanted 45$, is it a reasonable price, or its scrap? considering that the bike had no rust what so ever
09-08-07, 09:32 PM
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Hi, I saw a Motobecane made in france special edition bike on my local flea market, it had dia comp levers/shifters, shimano tourney brakes, but a peugeot fork.
The guy wanted 45$, is it a reasonable price, or its scrap? considering that the bike had no rust what so ever
The guy wanted 45$, is it a reasonable price, or its scrap? considering that the bike had no rust what so ever
09-08-07, 09:51 PM
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Hmm, that sounds good. But you see, im a noob in what concerns bike brands. So I dont know whats worth what. The guy will show me a Peugeot racing bike tomorrow as well
09-08-07, 10:18 PM
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French bikes haven't been widely distributed in North America since the early 1980s. Motobecane and Peugeot were fine brands at that time. When you're buying a bike that old, condition matters a lot. When you're buying any bike, how well it fits you matters a lot. If the is in great riding condition and fits you well, you can't go too far wrong for $45. You should think twice if the bike needs any new parts to get it running since those parts will likely cost much more than $45.
09-09-07, 06:24 AM
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well, the guy sold it to me for 35$, and he said that most peugeot parts will fit it, I have a peugeot frame, which kind members have suggested that I put it back in trash, but Im sure that I can use its stem and front wheel for the motobecane I just bought. The bike is in very good condition, no rust on important parts at all. I might sell the bike on my local craigs after cleaning and getting it in perfect shape.
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Hi, I saw a Motobecane made in france special edition bike on my local flea market, it had dia comp levers/shifters, shimano tourney brakes, but a peugeot fork.
The guy wanted 45$, is it a reasonable price, or its scrap? considering that the bike had no rust what so ever
The guy wanted 45$, is it a reasonable price, or its scrap? considering that the bike had no rust what so ever
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Well, to my surprise the bike rides well, and I would say, very well. I have no complaints what so ever so far. Ofcourse it would need some lubrication, since its pretty dry. Here are the details:
Frame: 20" (I think), Motobecane Special Sport (Made in France)
Front derailleur: Simplex
Rear derailleur: Simplex (sport style)
Front wheel: Ambrosio High Pressure (Made in Italy) with SUZUE hub + Michelin BIB Sport25 tire
Rear wheel: Ambrosio High Pressure (Made in Italy) with SUZUE hub + Michelin BIB Sport25 tire
Front brake: Shimano Tourney caliper brake with Shimano pads
Rear brake: M (And says mAfac on the back) caliper brake
Reflectors: CatEye
Pedals: LYOTARD
Fork: Peugeot (black) fork, not original one
Shifters: Shimano Altus
Brake levers: Dia-Compe
Crankset: LightRace
Seat: Leather (The brand name was erased due to age, but on bottom says Made in Italy)
Frame: 20" (I think), Motobecane Special Sport (Made in France)
Front derailleur: Simplex
Rear derailleur: Simplex (sport style)
Front wheel: Ambrosio High Pressure (Made in Italy) with SUZUE hub + Michelin BIB Sport25 tire
Rear wheel: Ambrosio High Pressure (Made in Italy) with SUZUE hub + Michelin BIB Sport25 tire
Front brake: Shimano Tourney caliper brake with Shimano pads
Rear brake: M (And says mAfac on the back) caliper brake
Reflectors: CatEye
Pedals: LYOTARD
Fork: Peugeot (black) fork, not original one
Shifters: Shimano Altus
Brake levers: Dia-Compe
Crankset: LightRace
Seat: Leather (The brand name was erased due to age, but on bottom says Made in Italy)
09-09-07, 12:42 PM
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Hell 35 dollars is a great buy, ride it and be happy.
09-09-07, 04:10 PM
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Thanx. hehe.
Does anyone know approx year by any chance?
Does anyone know approx year by any chance?
09-09-07, 06:22 PM
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Cool pic.
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Clean it up and sell it on ebay for $1,500.00.
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09-09-07, 08:20 PM
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O_O its worth that much?
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sweet kick stand
sweet kick stand
Well, to my surprise the bike rides well, and I would say, very well. I have no complaints what so ever so far. Ofcourse it would need some lubrication, since its pretty dry. Here are the details:
Frame: 20" (I think), Motobecane Special Sport (Made in France)
Front derailleur: Simplex
Rear derailleur: Simplex (sport style)
Front wheel: Ambrosio High Pressure (Made in Italy) with SUZUE hub + Michelin BIB Sport25 tire
Rear wheel: Ambrosio High Pressure (Made in Italy) with SUZUE hub + Michelin BIB Sport25 tire
Front brake: Shimano Tourney caliper brake with Shimano pads
Rear brake: M (And says mAfac on the back) caliper brake
Reflectors: CatEye
Pedals: LYOTARD
Fork: Peugeot (black) fork, not original one
Shifters: Shimano Altus
Brake levers: Dia-Compe
Crankset: LightRace
Seat: Leather (The brand name was erased due to age, but on bottom says Made in Italy)
Frame: 20" (I think), Motobecane Special Sport (Made in France)
Front derailleur: Simplex
Rear derailleur: Simplex (sport style)
Front wheel: Ambrosio High Pressure (Made in Italy) with SUZUE hub + Michelin BIB Sport25 tire
Rear wheel: Ambrosio High Pressure (Made in Italy) with SUZUE hub + Michelin BIB Sport25 tire
Front brake: Shimano Tourney caliper brake with Shimano pads
Rear brake: M (And says mAfac on the back) caliper brake
Reflectors: CatEye
Pedals: LYOTARD
Fork: Peugeot (black) fork, not original one
Shifters: Shimano Altus
Brake levers: Dia-Compe
Crankset: LightRace
Seat: Leather (The brand name was erased due to age, but on bottom says Made in Italy)
