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On UK ebay, one might see some of those kinds of bikes among other websites.
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This "Pope" branded bike, it be from the USA or UK has that top tube in that manner. When I see those; I think really old bike.
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I couldn't transfer the photo to here.
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I couldn't transfer the photo to here.
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Funny how it's exactly the opposite of modern bikes, which have lower tubes to reduce standover height with higher stack. What could have been the reason for it?
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Way back, motorbikes were more like bikes, some of these photos make me think those tubes were made in a way they could accommodate a gas tank if they had to. I like the appearances of some of the old bikes and comparing them to the old motorcycles/motorbikes; they seem similar.
Check out how this motorbike has the gas tank, having said this, the below frame I'm sure is specific to a motorbike but nonetheless, one can see the similarities; I guess the top tube may have been aerodynamic:
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Check out how this motorbike has the gas tank, having said this, the below frame I'm sure is specific to a motorbike but nonetheless, one can see the similarities; I guess the top tube may have been aerodynamic:
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People will do anything to avoid spelling the word "Schwinn."
[h=2]Nishiki Bike - $20 (Eagan, MN)[/h]Nishiki Bike
Nishiki Bike $20.00 cash. Gears not good.
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Nishiki Bike $20.00 cash. Gears not good.
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Not racing.
I think it is that way from the factory. Look at the relationship between the top of the seat tube and the head tube. In order for that top tube to be straight, it would have to be a sloping top tube, which to me would be more surprising than an intentionally bent one. Also. the joint of the top tube to the seat tube does not appear to be bent, which it would have to be if the top tube were bent by accident.
I think it's a way for the manufacturer to make a smaller frame size (regarding seat height) without having to make a smaller head tube or change the joints in that area. Just shorten the seat tube and bend the top tube down to meet it.
I think it's a way for the manufacturer to make a smaller frame size (regarding seat height) without having to make a smaller head tube or change the joints in that area. Just shorten the seat tube and bend the top tube down to meet it.
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I think it is that way from the factory. Look at the relationship between the top of the seat tube and the head tube. In order for that top tube to be straight, it would have to be a sloping top tube, which to me would be more surprising than an intentionally bent one. Also. the joint of the top tube to the seat tube does not appear to be bent, which it would have to be if the top tube were bent by accident.
I think it's a way for the manufacturer to make a smaller frame size (regarding seat height) without having to make a smaller head tube or change the joints in that area. Just shorten the seat tube and bend the top tube down to meet it.
I think it's a way for the manufacturer to make a smaller frame size (regarding seat height) without having to make a smaller head tube or change the joints in that area. Just shorten the seat tube and bend the top tube down to meet it.
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It is a kids sized Sports, probably with 24" wheels. Here is a similar one from a different era: https://threespeedmania.wordpress.co...eed-boys-bike/
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Am I missing something here? $6450.00?
Vintage Schwinn Mountain Speed Bicycle Bike 19 5" Frame 26" Araya Rims Beautiful | eBay
Vintage Schwinn Mountain Speed Bicycle Bike 19 5" Frame 26" Araya Rims Beautiful | eBay
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Am I missing something here? $6450.00?
Vintage Schwinn Mountain Speed Bicycle Bike 19 5" Frame 26" Araya Rims Beautiful | eBay
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You're missing the $6300 worth of cocaine stuffed into the seat tube.
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This surely is a nice bike, what is odd and perhaps some have seen this happen before, is that this bike is listed on different Craig's Lists!.
Vintage Motobecane Bike - Made in France
Motobecane Vintage French Bike
Vintage Motobecane Steel Frame - Made in France
So what's up with this? It looks like a Motobecane Grand Touring but for whatever it is; if a buyer was interested, it doesn't seem fair to the buyer. Is it up still after all this time? Maybe somehow, the seller has one and is trying it out on these different lists. And there may well be other lists. I first noted this about last weekend; so enough time perhaps has gone by now to call this.
Vintage Motobecane Bike - Made in France
Motobecane Vintage French Bike
Vintage Motobecane Steel Frame - Made in France
So what's up with this? It looks like a Motobecane Grand Touring but for whatever it is; if a buyer was interested, it doesn't seem fair to the buyer. Is it up still after all this time? Maybe somehow, the seller has one and is trying it out on these different lists. And there may well be other lists. I first noted this about last weekend; so enough time perhaps has gone by now to call this.
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People will do anything to avoid spelling the word "Schwinn."
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And some people just have to spell it for some reason.
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> So what's up with this?
Not at all surprising to me. Especially since the three sites are relatively near each other. Now, if it was advertised in San Diego and Augusta, Maine, that would be a different story.
Not at all surprising to me. Especially since the three sites are relatively near each other. Now, if it was advertised in San Diego and Augusta, Maine, that would be a different story.
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And some people just have to spell it for some reason.
https://austin.craigslist.org/bik/5522199416.html
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There are some people who travel, and are willing to deliver.
However, Bloomington is only 380 miles away from Madison, and 642 miles away from Minneapolis, MN
I'll travel some distance, but not 600 miles for a $200 bicycle.
I'd call this just SPAM.
And if the seller is serious, then they'd say where the bike is and how they anticipate to get it to the buyer.
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And some people just have to spell it for some reason.
https://austin.craigslist.org/bik/5522199416.html
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A rather pricey way to re-live your childhood:
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/bik/5517918681.html
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/bik/5517918681.html
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A rather pricey way to re-live your childhood:
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/bik/5517918681.html
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Look up Schwinn Apple Krate and Orange Krate (apparently Schwinn also has repros). Those with the 5-speed shift levers can command a good price.
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1957 raleigh sports 3spd w/generator hub - $75 (Eugene)
Frame measures 20" seat tube, 21.5" top tube. The bike is complete except for a saddle. I disassembled this bike 9 years ago with the plan of restoring it which obviiusly never happened.
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