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Bianchi Serial Number Identification

Old 04-22-16, 10:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Kabuki12
juvela, I am looking at a Bianchi Stelvio that is for sale for $180.00. It has Columbus tubing and seems to be original except for the seat. Campy shifters and deraileurs ,Modolo brakes and levers. Dark grey metallic paint in good shape. It sounds like a great deal. I don't know Bianchi's though
This sounds like the mid-1980s version, which was a lower mid-range model. Typically we see it with Columbus Aelle R tubing, Campagnolo Triomphe derailleurs, Modolo Corsa brakes and Ofmega Competition cranks. It is a nice enough bicycle but bottom of the Italian manufactured models. FWIW, retail price was around $400 in 1985. IMO, good deal but not great, assuming it is as described.
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Old 04-22-16, 11:11 AM
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Thank you for getting back with me. That is the bike, I was planning on riding it for a year and flipping it for a small profit, I figured it was a good candidate for that. It is a bit new for my permanent collection. Thanks again Joe
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Old 05-02-16, 06:06 PM
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Originally Posted by jet sanchEz
I have a bike that I was told is a Japanese Bianchi but wanted to be sure.

JS19084 is the number, does that ring any bells?
Hi JS,
I'm also in search of ID on a frame with serial number JS17726. Did you ever identify your bike? You can find picts of my project in my other posts.
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Hello. I just found a kids' Bianchi Sprint 24c in my parents' garage. They bought it for my brother in Italy in the early-mid 80's. My plan is to fix it up and give it my kids. the serial number stamped on the frame is 499605. Is there any way to determine the year it was made based on that serial number? Thank you.
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Old 05-17-16, 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by ChrisB1
Hello. I just found a kids' Bianchi Sprint 24c in my parents' garage. They bought it for my brother in Italy in the early-mid 80's. My plan is to fix it up and give it my kids. the serial number stamped on the frame is 499605. Is there any way to determine the year it was made based on that serial number? Thank you.
Welcome to the forum. The fact that this is a European model and not one of the standard Bianchi S/Nformats complicates matters. However, the initial reaction is so say a 1984 or 1985 model, as it was pretty common to use the first numeral as a year indicator and this corresponds to the recollected timeframe. Pictures may help. Include an overall picture taken from the drive side and detail pictures of major components such as the brakes, derailleurs and crankset.
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Old 05-17-16, 12:05 PM
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Awesome, thanks T-Mar! 1984 sounds right. I'll post some pictures tomorrow.
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Old 05-19-16, 07:00 AM
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Bike Identification Help

Hello Bianchi Experts,
I have been watching this forum as guest for years. Even though I had a login I just never used it. I have always been impressed with the knowledge in this group. I just picked up a bike that I need help identifying. I got it from the original owner, he stated it started as a frameset. Listed below are the parts on it.
Brakes-6203, FD-7400, RD-6208, Shifters DT-6400, HS-Campy Triomphe, Crank-6207 170 (52/42 Biopace). It has 2 sets of wheels one is Wolber TX Profile Clinchers on Campy Record Hubs. The other is Wolber Aspin Super Champion Tubies with Campy Victory Hubs (based on the skewer). Below are some pictures and SN.
Thanks,
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Old 05-19-16, 10:56 AM
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Originally Posted by myrnr1
Hello Bianchi Experts,
I have been watching this forum as guest for years. Even though I had a login I just never used it. I have always been impressed with the knowledge in this group. I just picked up a bike that I need help identifying. I got it from the original owner, he stated it started as a frameset. Listed below are the parts on it.
Brakes-6203, FD-7400, RD-6208, Shifters DT-6400, HS-Campy Triomphe, Crank-6207 170 (52/42 Biopace). It has 2 sets of wheels one is Wolber TX Profile Clinchers on Campy Record Hubs. The other is Wolber Aspin Super Champion Tubies with Campy Victory Hubs (based on the skewer). Below are some pictures and SN.
Thanks,
Reid
Reid, welcome the forum. It's definitely a 1986 Italian manufactured model. That year there were two bicycles that used the same Formula 1 frameset, the Vittoria and Trofeo. The Vittoria used a Campagnolo Victory group while the the Trofeo used Campagnolo SR derailleurs with a Modolo, Gipiemme and Ofmega mix. Since it was built from a frameset, there is a good chance that the headset may be OEM and you are confusing Victory and Triomphe. This would make a Vittoria the leading candidate, though from a frame/tubing perspective, it doesn't make a difference.
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Old 05-19-16, 08:05 PM
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Originally Posted by T-Mar
Reid, welcome the forum. It's definitely a 1986 Italian manufactured model. That year there were two bicycles that used the same Formula 1 frameset, the Vittoria and Trofeo. The Vittoria used a Campagnolo Victory group while the the Trofeo used Campagnolo SR derailleurs with a Modolo, Gipiemme and Ofmega mix. Since it was built from a frameset, there is a good chance that the headset may be OEM and you are confusing Victory and Triomphe. This would make a Vittoria the leading candidate, though from a frame/tubing perspective, it doesn't make a difference.
T-Mar,
Thanks for the information. I am sure you know the Campy product line much better than I. I thought it was a Triomphe HS due to the info on the VeloBase site. See below the pictures of the differences. The Triomphe has no markings on it and the Victory does. Mine has no markings on it.

The site also states, "To differentiate the Triomphe headset it was made without the banded engraving similar to a Nuovo Gran Sport; the Triomphe headset used the same locknut and upper cone, all other parts differed in model number. The Victory is such a close copy of the Nuovo Record that the only obvious way to tell them apart is the tool flats on the threaded top cap; Nuovo Record has 6 flats, Victory and Triomphe has 2 flats."

Mine only has 2 flats.

Thanks,

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Old 06-16-16, 03:20 PM
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Ok... newbie here. A friend sold me a nice purple/blue Bianchi Volpe about 10 yrs ago. Gathered dust in the basement for ~8 yrs, but it's given me some nice exercise the past few seasons. Thinking about an upgrade to a more modern (lighter) machine so I can keep up with my carbon buddies up the hills. Just curious what year the bike is, what country it was made, and ballpark (range?) what I might get if I sell?

Frame number is GR837519. Components are Shamino RSX. Frame size is 61cm if that impacts the value. Condition is average... some paint chips and slight rust but overall good shape for something that's likely 20+ yrs old.

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Old 06-16-16, 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by bluevolpe
Ok... newbie here. A friend sold me a nice purple/blue Bianchi Volpe about 10 yrs ago. Gathered dust in the basement for ~8 yrs, but it's given me some nice exercise the past few seasons. Thinking about an upgrade to a more modern (lighter) machine so I can keep up with my carbon buddies up the hills. Just curious what year the bike is, what country it was made, and ballpark (range?) what I might get if I sell?

Frame number is GR837519. Components are Shamino RSX. Frame size is 61cm if that impacts the value. Condition is average... some paint chips and slight rust but overall good shape for something that's likely 20+ yrs old.

Thanks!
Welcome to the forums. The RSX component group and purple-blue colour, in conjunction with the serial number, would indicate a 1998 model. The serial number format is consistent with Giant from Taiwan. Pictures are required to provide a useful valuation.
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Old 06-27-16, 03:57 PM
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Great thread from which I've learned a lot. I have recently purchased as a gift for a friend who needs to get back into riding, a Japanese Bianchi: Piaggio Stickers, O22 frame and forks, double butted, but with an odd assortment of components some of which are undoubtedly addons and not original. The Tourney Crank is labeled Takagi Forged. It has Cinelli Criterium Bars, and a Cinelli stem. The front wheel (replaced I think is a Sovos 08/95 on the hub). The rear is a Mallard hub with an '86 on the hub. The serial number on the bottom of the bottom bracket is KS312030. Shimano 600 Head Set. HP6207. Shimano 600 down tube shifters. It has a CroMo decal and Bianchi embossed on top of forks and seatstays. 1 fender eyelet. Top tube has had in integrated cable guides removed (evidence of repaint and bronze weld showing through). The brakes are unidentifiable by me. They are marked as for alloy ris and have front and back markings but?? they look new, but old style with flared guides for quick insertion of tire between pads. Drilled holes for one bottle cage. The freewheel is a 6 speed. FD is Shimano Arabesque style. The RD is Suntour VX -GT. Dropouts are Binachi embossed. The bike has 700 c rims and sports newish Tektro EX 2.o Brakelevers instead of traditional drop levers. I'm wondering whether this bike is old enough to have come without indexed shifting or is it right at the transition. Early 80s or 1984ish. ? Photos will be added as edit.Its burgundy and I paid $100 for a ridable bike.






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Old 06-27-16, 05:13 PM
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Good thing that I looked at the pictures, as you transcribed the serial number incorrectly. It's a 1984 frame manufactured in November 1983. Given the 022 decal, it started out as a Bianchi Limited. The front derailleur is not Shimano Arabesque but 1st generation Shimano 105 (aka Golden Arrow). I don't see any components on the bicycle that would be OEM. The frame is a year too old for the introduction of New Dura-Ace indexed shifting and two years too old for the trickle down of indexed shifting to New 600EX and Light Action.
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serial number corrected

Thanks TMar for the info and expertise. I knew the bike had been resurrected in several ways, but thought it contributed in having so many of the original decals. Actual serial number is ks312030
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Old 06-27-16, 08:41 PM
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I picked up a Sport SX tonight. The serial number is KS697136 located at the bottom of the seat tube. There is an '8' on the underside of the bottom bracket shell. It is red in color, has Suntour Alpha 5000 components and the frameset is Tange 900 double butted steel. I am guessing it is an '87 or '88. Can anyone confirm?
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Originally Posted by rjhammett
I picked up a Sport SX tonight. The serial number is KS697136 located at the bottom of the seat tube. There is an '8' on the underside of the bottom bracket shell. It is red in color, has Suntour Alpha 5000 components and the frameset is Tange 900 double butted steel. I am guessing it is an '87 or '88. Can anyone confirm?
It's a 1987 model. The SunTour Alpha 5000 is OEM.
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Help dating Bianchi Alfana

My girlfriend is selling her Alfana. It has a serial number of H6M009145. It's a one of a kind as it was painted by Bianchi in purple!
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Old 07-05-16, 07:25 AM
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Originally Posted by avallk
My girlfriend is selling her Alfana. It has a serial number of H6M009145. It's a one of a kind as it was painted by Bianchi in purple!
Based on the serial number, it should be a 1996 model.
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Is there a publicly accessible database that you got this information from? She swears she got it in 92...
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Originally Posted by avallk
Is there a publicly accessible database that you got this information from? She swears she got it in 92...
Well, the database itself isn't accessible but the serial number formats are. However, it's my database, so it's not going to tell you anything different.

Still, there are a few online things you can check. There is a 1992 catalogue and it shows the Alfana still wearing the 1990-1991 decal scheme. The Bikepedia website has entries for 1993-1995 versions of the Alfana but mentions lugged construction while the subject bicycle appears to be TIG welded. Normally, manufacturers progress from lugged to TIG welding as a cost reduction. Finally, you can check the components date codes against the information on the components page of the Vintage-Trek website.

A lot people tend to mistakenly date Bianchi based on the Campione del Mondo decal. Gianni Bugno did win the World Championship road race in 1992 on a Bianchi. However, the bicycles often wore these decals for a number of years after victory. I wonder if this is the case?
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Bianchi Strada LX Serial Number 80521147 198? Taiwan? Japan? Tubing?

Hello BF!

My Bianchi project starts with this frame ... Strada LX ... SN 80521147 ... 63 cm ... Dark Blue ... White Decals

letter "B" decal at top of seat stay and at top of fork crown
Frame tubing: Bianchi Special Chrome Moly B
Forks: Bianchi Special High Tension B
Seat post: 26.6 mm dia.
Derailleurs: SunTour
alpha AccuShift

I wouid like to know:

The year this frame was built;
The country the frame was manufactured in;
If the tubing is the same as Tange 5; and
If the tubing is butted;

Thank you!

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It should be a 1988 model based on the serial number in conjunction with the AccuShift and the decal style. The higher up, 1988 Sport SX was made in Japan with Tange tubing, so I suspect this is the same, though I wouldn't rule out Taiwan. The post size is indicative of Tange and the fact that the decal does not mention butting points to Tange #5 or the seamed equivalent. Since the forks are hi-tensile, the stays almost almost certainly the same material.
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Hi, I picked up a Bianchi in not perfect condition with the serial number 4L61756 is someone able to te me something about the bike? The previous owner told me it was used to race in Europe and is is , sadly don't have good pictures at the moment. Thanks
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Old 07-15-16, 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Eisenbach
Hi, I picked up a Bianchi in not perfect condition with the serial number 4L61756 is someone able to te me something about the bike? The previous owner told me it was used to race in Europe and is is , sadly don't have good pictures at the moment. Thanks
It was manufactured in 1974 ,possibly December, so it may be a 1975 model. The Campione del Mondo decal celebrates Felice Gimondi's victory at the Barcelona road race in 1973, which made him the 1973-1974 World Champion.

Edit: Based on the serial number in conjunction with the fork crown, it could be either a Special or a Rekord 74. It doesn't appear to the top end Specialissima.

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Superleggra frame

Here's mine:
Superleggra frame with serial number 9806 with 9A on the other side of the bottom bracket.
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