New & Wanna-be Collectors - Classic Vintage Cycles

dmonster · dmonster

I think the first question to everyone is: What is classic and what is vintage bicycle means to you?

rfaust1 · rfaust1

Just picked this bike up with a bunch of other bikes. I have no idea what this is and i cant find anything about the bike. it appears to be early 80's. Components are all Suntour superbe pro, i believe, except for shift levers. Bike has a fluted seatpost with yellow inlayed paint. Has serial number on bo...

Splotchy · Splotchy

Hi guys, can anyone help me identify the model of bike I’ve picked up plz? It’s a Raleigh road bike with shimano Altus gearing and at the base of the frame has SE89047249 stamped. Original colour appears to be red and has a Raleigh England badge on the front, any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks...

dmonster · dmonster

There are so many modern bicycles from different manufacturers in the market Bicycles that are technologically advance, ergonomic, uses spaceage materials and fabicates with modern techique These bicycles yields performances and results But why do you want to ride classic and vintage bicycl...

KJPoon · KJPoon

Get something you can affort - won't cost an arm or a leg Do you research (homework) Won't go wrong if you buy a Colnago, Masi, Cinelli or a De Rosa (in no particular order) Be more adventurious, there are many understated bicycle out there that is cheaper (can buy more) Get a poor condition bicycle, wil...

TommyinHouston · TommyinHouston

Hello all new member here, name is Tommy. I joined and am posting due to me needing a little help and not sure where to turn to at the moment. I normally Buy newer Bicycles in need of a little repair or something, then do the work needed and resale for a little side money here and there. Sometimes I might acqu...

Cogley · Cogley

Hello all. I'm a newbie on here but not to the love of bikes. I've been at home a lot recently and this has promoted my love of them and allowed me to do a couple of restoration projects which I have thoroughly enjoyed. This was also promoted having read Rob Penns book, it's all about the bike. I'm not a die...

cyclist · cyclist

I have 2 girls street bikes from the 60's (i think), and at first i was thinking I'd fix them up with mountain tires and handlebar shifters, but I'm guessing that would ruin there vintage value. So what do all of you think Cyclist

xavilo · xavilo

I understand that one just can't hose down classic bike because it will rust. So what are any recommendations for cleaning the bike after every ride? Just wipe off with a cloth? Or use any special solvents for the delicate frame/decals? And what are the recommended wax/coat to protect the frame from f...

therestorer · therestorer

Hello, I am a new antique bicycle collector/restoration enthusiast. I Will most likely be posting questions as to where to find parts and such. I will try and post some of my projects and keep all updated on current projects. I am doing this as a hobby and love to restore old things and make them look bran...

dmonster · dmonster

Tell us all about you first love When did it happen It's OK, it doesn't have to be a secret, you can tell us

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dmonster · dmonster

Below list is the guide for me when buying a vintage roadster. This is to remember when the companies were still made in their original factories before Raleigh Cycle Co. acquire them: Humber 1932 Rudge-Whitworth 1943 Triumph 1954 BSA 1957 New Hudson 1957 Sunbeam 1957 Phillips 1960 Hercules 1960...

dmonster · dmonster

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dmonster · dmonster

Tell us why would you want to collect classic & vintage bicycles When was you first exposure to classic & vintage bicycles Tell us more ...

dmonster · dmonster

How do I know the frame is right for me? What is the method to measure?

dmonster · dmonster

Personally, as a puriest, I feed that if the bike has a story to tell Showing off the abuse, the sweat and pain the owner took, is essential BUT, never-the-less, you have to clean, de-rust and grease it with TLC If the bicycle in in terrible condition, or Previous owner did a bad paint job There's no doub...

dmonster · dmonster

What are the numbers on the Sturmey Archer hub means

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	STICKY: What is classic, what is vintage? (Preview) I think the first question to everyone is: What is classic and what is vintage bicycle means to you?	dmonster	8	3899	Oct 7, 2014 by shy
	Sideral Record Sport (Preview) Just picked this bike up with a bunch of other bikes. I have no idea what this is and i cant find anything about the bike. it appears to be early 80's. Components are all Suntour superbe pro, i believe, except for shift levers. Bike has a fluted seatpost with yellow inlayed paint. Has serial number on bo...	rfaust1	0	762	Jun 1, 2021 by rfaust1
	Raleigh identification (Preview) Hi guys, can anyone help me identify the model of bike I’ve picked up plz? It’s a Raleigh road bike with shimano Altus gearing and at the base of the frame has SE89047249 stamped. Original colour appears to be red and has a Raleigh England badge on the front, any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks...	Splotchy	0	462	Mar 31, 2021 by Splotchy
	Why do I wants to ride a Classic vintage bicycle (Preview) There are so many modern bicycles from different manufacturers in the market Bicycles that are technologically advance, ergonomic, uses spaceage materials and fabicates with modern techique These bicycles yields performances and results But why do you want to ride classic and vintage bicycl...	dmonster	1	2967	Mar 10, 2021 by NameboyIsItWP
	Your first bicycle (Preview) Get something you can affort - won't cost an arm or a leg Do you research (homework) Won't go wrong if you buy a Colnago, Masi, Cinelli or a De Rosa (in no particular order) Be more adventurious, there are many understated bicycle out there that is cheaper (can buy more) Get a poor condition bicycle, wil...	KJPoon	4	4043	Jul 28, 2018 by Ace
	Aquired this vintage Stelber bicycle, Wondering it's value and other info anyone may have. (Preview) Hello all new member here, name is Tommy. I joined and am posting due to me needing a little help and not sure where to turn to at the moment. I normally Buy newer Bicycles in need of a little repair or something, then do the work needed and resale for a little side money here and there. Sometimes I might acqu...	TommyinHouston	0	1727	Mar 8, 2018 by TommyinHouston
	Seat Cluster Construction (Preview) Hello all. I'm a newbie on here but not to the love of bikes. I've been at home a lot recently and this has promoted my love of them and allowed me to do a couple of restoration projects which I have thoroughly enjoyed. This was also promoted having read Rob Penns book, it's all about the bike. I'm not a die...	Cogley	0	2702	Sep 26, 2015 by Cogley
	how much is a repaired bike from the 60's'ish worth (Preview) I have 2 girls street bikes from the 60's (i think), and at first i was thinking I'd fix them up with mountain tires and handlebar shifters, but I'm guessing that would ruin there vintage value. So what do all of you think Cyclist	cyclist	0	2649	Jul 13, 2015 by cyclist
	How to take care of a steel bike? (Preview) I understand that one just can't hose down classic bike because it will rust. So what are any recommendations for cleaning the bike after every ride? Just wipe off with a cloth? Or use any special solvents for the delicate frame/decals? And what are the recommended wax/coat to protect the frame from f...	xavilo	4	3585	Dec 14, 2014 by marker
	New Collector, Restorer (Preview) Hello, I am a new antique bicycle collector/restoration enthusiast. I Will most likely be posting questions as to where to find parts and such. I will try and post some of my projects and keep all updated on current projects. I am doing this as a hobby and love to restore old things and make them look bran...	therestorer	3	3059	Oct 7, 2014 by shy
	What is your first classic or vintage bicycle? (Preview) Tell us all about you first love When did it happen It's OK, it doesn't have to be a secret, you can tell us	dmonster	1	2988	Jul 14, 2014 by Big John
	Antique Bicycle Show (Preview)	pop	1	3126	Jun 6, 2013 by dmonster
	Buying a vintage roadster (Preview) Below list is the guide for me when buying a vintage roadster. This is to remember when the companies were still made in their original factories before Raleigh Cycle Co. acquire them: Humber 1932 Rudge-Whitworth 1943 Triumph 1954 BSA 1957 New Hudson 1957 Sunbeam 1957 Phillips 1960 Hercules 1960...	dmonster	7	3667	May 31, 2013 by unclepetersng
	A bicycle collector (Preview)	dmonster	0	3402	May 29, 2013 by dmonster
	The Story of the Bicycle (Preview)	dmonster	0	3630	May 20, 2013 by dmonster
	What makes me want to collect Classic & Vintage bicycles (Preview) Tell us why would you want to collect classic & vintage bicycles When was you first exposure to classic & vintage bicycles Tell us more ...	dmonster	1	3051	Apr 17, 2013 by KJPoon
	What size is the right size? (Preview) How do I know the frame is right for me? What is the method to measure?	dmonster	4	3442	Apr 15, 2013 by HRH Empire Cyclery
	To restore... or not to restore... (Preview) Personally, as a puriest, I feed that if the bike has a story to tell Showing off the abuse, the sweat and pain the owner took, is essential BUT, never-the-less, you have to clean, de-rust and grease it with TLC If the bicycle in in terrible condition, or Previous owner did a bad paint job There's no doub...	dmonster	3	3595	Apr 11, 2013 by dmonster
	Numbers on Sturmey Archer hubs? (Preview) What are the numbers on the Sturmey Archer hub means	dmonster	1	3316	Mar 28, 2013 by KJPoon
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