Originally Posted by
crank_addict
Embellished stem and handlebar fun.
Likely the handlebar wrap is original and thought why not just leave it?! Not perfect but fits the bikes overall appearance. Going with flying French flag colors by keeping the white AME hoods, red wrap and using blue cable.
Drilled the customary small holes at the stem split to prevent any potential stress risers. Belleri on stem is spelled different from handlebar. Mothers polish for a quick rescue.
The original long stem bolt was snapped at the top! Now replaced.
Had the TA stem cable guide stashed away and figured this is appropriate here.
nice looking stuff! Indeed, it would be a shame to get rid of the tape.
I always thought the TA cable guide was an interesting device. Not sure how much difference it makes, but kind of fun.
Plus... it is one more vote for the "cables behind the bars" configuration!
I hope you can find new grommets for it, though.
Steve in Peoria