1980 Bridgestone road bike model
08-12-18, 08:28 PM
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1980 Bridgestone road bike model
I just purchased a 27” Bridgestone road bike and Im wondering what model it might be. From the serial number and a little researching I’ve learned it’s probably a 1980. The decals are intact but no reference to a model number. The rear derailleur is a Shimano Altus C10 with a six speed free wheel and friction shifters mounted to the stem. An article I read referenced RB-1, RB-2, and RB-3 among others as possible models. How would I determine what model bike I purchased?
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08-12-18, 08:41 PM
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I just purchased a 27” Bridgestone road bike and Im wondering what model it might be. From the serial number and a little researching I’ve learned it’s probably a 1980. The decals are intact but no reference to a model number. The rear derailleur is a Shimano Altus C10 with a six speed free wheel and friction shifters mounted to the stem. An article I read referenced RB-1, RB-2, and RB-3 among others as possible models. How would I determine what model bike I purchased?
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If it has stem shifters it probably isn't as nice as any of the models you listed. I'd say flip through their 1980 catalog if you can find it.
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Although they start with 1982, check out these catalogs.
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/#catalogues
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/#catalogues
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Altus started out in the very late 1970s as an upper entry level, road mini-group but an Altus C10 would be mid-1990s, so it's probably a replacement. The serial number will tell you the year but not the decade. However, 27" wheels, friction stem shifters and a 6 speed freewheel would all be appropriate for 1980 and typical of an entry level model. Pictures would be a big help.
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08-14-18, 01:21 AM
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Does it have an integrated derailleur hanger? My guess is a 400 or something like that. A picture would help immensely. I don't think any of the RB bikes came with 27" wheels as they had been mostly phased out of non-entry level bikes by the time that line started.
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