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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-20, 10:20 PM
Replies: 617
Views: 82,765
Posted By Akkorn

1985 Schwinn Tempo

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-20, 12:56 PM
Replies: 617
Views: 82,765
Posted By Akkorn

1983 Raleigh Super Course

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1983 Super Course
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-20, 11:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,179
Posted By Akkorn

I can verify that. It’s one of my most...

I can verify that. It’s one of my most comfortable rides ( I also ride a Schwinn Tempo, Raleigh Supercourse, & two Bianchis). I’ve never felt the harsh ride some people report.
Here’s Cannondale’s...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-20, 10:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,179
Posted By Akkorn

Awesome to read that article! I still have my 83...

Awesome to read that article! I still have my 83 St-500. All original, serial AA0297. Great ride although I never load it for touring. I love the “Sport” aspect of the bike....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-20, 09:14 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 33,301
Posted By Akkorn

My 1983 Super Course ...

My 1983 Super Course
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-19, 09:36 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,032
Posted By Akkorn

Nice bike & welcome to the Red Bianchi Club....

Nice bike & welcome to the Red Bianchi Club. Mines is a 87 I believe.https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/650x408/trofeo_1_ca41a45702e8480ee1153c883a8121e54a8a7787.jpg
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-21-19, 05:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,819
Posted By Akkorn

1987 Lotus Esprit

Hi All, I recently came across this Lotus Esprit at a thrift store & was attracted to the Shimano 600 bits. After I got it home it appears all original with little wear. Is there still a market for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-18, 10:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,946
Posted By Akkorn

Very nice!

Very nice!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-18, 12:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,713
Posted By Akkorn

Yes, it is interesting. Yours has half chromed...

Yes, it is interesting. Yours has half chromed forks as well as different components. What year is it? I like the color combination. Mine rides like a dream, fast & comfortable!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-18, 07:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,068
Posted By Akkorn

The rest.

The rest.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-18, 07:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,068
Posted By Akkorn

Your bike

Your bike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-18, 07:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,068
Posted By Akkorn

Nice bike! late 70's. Here's the catalog page for...

Nice bike! late 70's. Here's the catalog page for an 81 model
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-18, 09:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,037
Posted By Akkorn

I have a Red 1998 Trofeo with that tubing. I...

I have a Red 1998 Trofeo with that tubing. I believe it was also red in '95. I'll post a photo later from home.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-18, 08:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,713
Posted By Akkorn

Thanks for all the info! I'll leave Alivio on as...

Thanks for all the info! I'll leave Alivio on as long as it shifts well. My fork also has B on the crown.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-18, 06:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,713
Posted By Akkorn

Thanks! the serial #LS293045

Thanks! the serial #LS293045
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-18, 03:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,713
Posted By Akkorn

A few more photos

A few more photos
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-18, 03:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,713
Posted By Akkorn

Bianchi Randonneur - Year made?

Hi - Just got this 80's something Bianchi Randonneur. Very good condition & paint. I can't find an exact match so far to decals & components in any online catalogs. Anyone out there seen this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-18, 10:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,932
Posted By Akkorn

I have a PUCH Alpina & Austro Daimler (same...

I have a PUCH Alpina & Austro Daimler (same company)SLE. Serial numbers don't tell much. Some catalog scans are here: bulgier.net - /pics/bike/Catalogs/ (http://bulgier.net/pics/bike/Catalogs/).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-18, 06:55 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 30,896
Posted By Akkorn

I really liked the ride on mine too. I don't have...

I really liked the ride on mine too. I don't have it anymore, donated to the co-op.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-18, 07:55 PM
Replies: 854
Views: 236,379
Posted By Akkorn

Record LTD

this 1977 Record LTD was dirty hanging on a rack at the thift store. I noticed the Brooks saddle & figured that was worth the $10 asking price for parts. Cleaned up I realized what an all original...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-24-17, 02:07 PM
Replies: 2,674
Views: 1,133,055
Posted By Akkorn

Serial #GK830035. So would that make This...

Serial #GK830035.
So would that make This Modulus a Giant made 1988? As bought it fits better & rides as nice as any of my other bikes. It's due to be cleaned & lubed over the winter. Anyone have a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-17, 09:40 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,322
Posted By Akkorn

Three for the winter

I've got 3 to work on. they will all need bearings repacked, bar tape, tires, new saddles, other consumables & touch up paint.

1) 1980 Austro Daimler SLE. I think I'll keep mostly original. I had...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-17, 08:59 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 32,337
Posted By Akkorn

That will confirm 1980 for this one, as it...

That will confirm 1980 for this one, as it doesn't quite match up to the 1981 catalog photos. Do you have a 1980 catalog?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-17, 03:20 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 32,337
Posted By Akkorn

Austro Daimler SLE

Found this AD SLE at Goodwill a couple Sundays ago. They had it priced at $200 & it sat for about 3 weeks, But the day I went in it was marked down to $35, plus it was a half price day, so $18...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-17, 07:56 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,649
Posted By Akkorn

Nice GT -Vintage Cyclist- gives me inspiration &...

Nice GT -Vintage Cyclist- gives me inspiration & motivation. All the components are fully functional, so I'm going to keep it original, except maybe upgrade to a lighter wheel set. These conclave...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-17, 08:10 AM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,649
Posted By Akkorn

'83 Motobecane Grand Touring

Here's another winter project to rebuild. A '83 Grand Touring. All original except the saddle. A little surface rust. I had started to strip it to clean when I took these photos.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-17, 06:56 AM
Replies: 330
Views: 66,574
Posted By Akkorn

Thanks! I'll check out the full site. Were...

Thanks! I'll check out the full site. Were Tourney GS decent?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-17, 07:58 PM
Replies: 330
Views: 66,574
Posted By Akkorn

Aerospace Sport

Heres's a Areospce Sport as fount from a local Goodwill for $18. I think it's a 1975. No decals but the paint is good shape. Original fork on this model was chromoly. I plan to rebuild over the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-17, 06:37 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 30,590
Posted By Akkorn

Gottum on my 83 Motobecane Grand Touring I'm in...

Gottum on my 83 Motobecane Grand Touring I'm in the process of restoring.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-17, 07:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,767
Posted By Akkorn

Hi, Here's a couple shots of my '83 ST500, with...

Hi, Here's a couple shots of my '83 ST500, with original 27" Wolber's.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-17, 11:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,936
Posted By Akkorn

Thanks for all the replies, links & photos. It's...

Thanks for all the replies, links & photos. It's been modified so much already I really was just curious as to how it was set up originally. My plan is to find a seat post & saddle that fit, ride it,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-17, 06:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,936
Posted By Akkorn

Thanks for the link. Lots of info there. I found...

Thanks for the link. Lots of info there. I found these photos of a Technium Olympian on line. Not sure what year they are but they pretty much match my frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-17, 09:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,936
Posted By Akkorn

The mark on the fork say "Direct Drive Cr Mo", no...

The mark on the fork say "Direct Drive Cr Mo", no raleigh so I think it's after market or from another Technium.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-17, 04:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,936
Posted By Akkorn

Thanks for the replies. I checked & no sign of...

Thanks for the replies. I checked & no sign of any structural damage. But I really don't like that fork. Here are a few more pics.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-17, 12:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,936
Posted By Akkorn

Technium Skylite

Hi! I found this Raleigh Technium Skylite Sport at a thirft store this weekend for $25. According to the serial # (R816870137) it was made in 1987. Any one seen one like it? i've searched the forum &...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-31-17, 10:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,315
Posted By Akkorn

Sweet!! I have an 84 Super LeTour I'm rebuilding...

Sweet!! I have an 84 Super LeTour I'm rebuilding as a winter project. Where did you the decals?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-16, 09:14 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 25,702
Posted By Akkorn

81 Alpina

Here's my '81 Puch Alpina, I also have a Super Cavalier but need to take photos of it.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-16, 10:16 AM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 464,163
Posted By Akkorn

Very Nice!

Very Nice!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-16, 08:03 PM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 464,163
Posted By Akkorn

As vintage as Cannondale gets. 1983 ST-500,...

As vintage as Cannondale gets. 1983 ST-500, serial #AA0297 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=AA0297) . Only had it a month but so far gets all the ride time....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-16, 09:31 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 14,969
Posted By Akkorn

The 83 catalog supplement list the color as...

The 83 catalog supplement list the color as Charcoal "Dupont Imron Polyurethane Enamel". It really sparkles in the sun & photos don't do it justice. I've also read about the issues with the Superbe...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-16, 09:56 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 14,969
Posted By Akkorn

My recently acquired 1983 ST-500 in totally...

My recently acquired 1983 ST-500 in totally original & very good condition. Serial #AA0297 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=AA0297) . Came with a rear rack & stocked...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-16, 06:46 AM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 493,478
Posted By Akkorn

It was $20 dollars!! A true bike lottery find. I...

It was $20 dollars!! A true bike lottery find. I don't know who would donate such a bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-16, 08:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,667
Posted By Akkorn

Red bikes look fast standing still!

Red bikes look fast standing still!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-16, 05:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,667
Posted By Akkorn

Bianchi Trofeo Components ID

Hi, First of all, I couldn't believe my luck when I saw this beautiful Bianchi Trofeo hanging from the bike rack at Goodwill! It's in great shape except for a few paint chips & dirt. I'm try to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-16, 03:46 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 493,478
Posted By Akkorn

Here's my Trofeo. Just lucked up on it at a...

Here's my Trofeo. Just lucked up on it at a thrift store last week. I believe its a '98.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-16, 07:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 30,896
Posted By Akkorn

My seventies something C.Itoh. Shimano Lark II...

My seventies something C.Itoh. Shimano Lark II RD. Heavy but nice ride. I keep it on my trainer.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-16, 04:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,314
Posted By Akkorn

PUCH Super Cavalier

Hi, I found this Puch Super Cavalier at Goodwill. I've found some info on the Cavalier, but thats not this model. it rides & shifts great, so I'm going to change out the handle bars & saddle....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-15, 05:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,254
Posted By Akkorn

Thanks a lot! After I pulled thru the cable...

Thanks a lot! After I pulled thru the cable slack, I adjusted the Hi and Lo screws and now it's shifting up & back. Thanks again for all your help!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-15, 02:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,254
Posted By Akkorn

Fuji Derailleur Problems

Hi, I just bought a 89-90 Fuji Absolute from a thrift store for $10. It was missing the front tire, but the rim is in good shape. So I replaced the tire & took it for a ride. Everything works fine...
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