Just showing off the finished bike
Almost 2 years ago I found a 1987 Specialized Sirrus frame on Craigslist for $40. I immediately snapped it up. The paint was not great. It had been almost completely stripped down already, so I figured I'd restore it but with a modern twist.
Here's what it looked like what I got it: https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...e74e2cf696.jpg And here's what it looks like now: https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...7ccf5cd69b.jpg The frame has been powder coated and I cold set the rear triangle. It's a 1x11 SRAM Rival drivetrain with Sensah Empire shifters. I had some trouble with tires, since this frame simply will not accept anything bigger than 700x25. Even the 25mm wide tires are a very tight fit. I got decals from Velocals. The graphics are consistent with the originals, but different colors than the original scheme. I really love the obnoxious yellow and pink. I figured since I couldn't find a Centurion Ironman in my size for a sensible price I'd apply similar color wisdom to this and I think it looks fantastic. Here are a couple more photos: https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...30cd504b2e.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...ac86520769.jpg |
Great job on the build! The yellow and pink colorway(with the black components)look awesome 👌.
If you don't mind me asking, what made you decide on a 1x setup? If you are open to suggestions, a black seatpost would go well on that. |
I agree - a black seatpost would look even better, but it's an odd size. It's 27.0mm. At the time I searched high and low for a 27.0mm seatpost and just couldn't find one. 27.2mm are easy to get but absolutely will not fit in this frame. I just looked and it appears that 27.0mm black seatposts are more readily available than they were 16 months ago when I was ordering components, so maybe I'll grab one!
I went with 1X partially to see how I get along with it and partially because I hate fiddling with front derailleurs. So far, I quite like it. -Kent W. |
Good lookin’ machine!! I really like the 1x choice.
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Well done - the bike is beautiful! That said, were it me, I would dump the bright yellow handlebar tape for black. I think it would look much better and not show the dirt once the bike has experienced some use. But that, I realize, is a personal preference and not a thought that should be cast in stone. I also agree with the black seat post suggestion - that would blend in perfectly - again, my opinion.
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Thumbs up! Looks great and very functional.
Also looks like a great area you have for riding? Where are you located? |
The bike and scenery are lovely! Have fun!
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Originally Posted by randyjawa
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That said, were it me, I would dump the bright yellow handlebar tape for black.
As for the black seatpost, it definitely would look better than the silver one. I did a lot of the work on this bike during COVID and parts were in really tight supply. It appears that black seatposts in 27.0mm are now available again, so I will likely change that. |
Originally Posted by AngryScientist
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Also looks like a great area you have for riding? Where are you located?
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Originally Posted by williamskg6
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Yellow wasn't my original first choice, but my daughter gave me the handlebar tape as a gift. When it gets dirty and/or worn, I'll replace it with something else, but in the meantime it makes her feel like she had a part in the restoration.
As for the black seatpost, it definitely would look better than the silver one. I did a lot of the work on this bike during COVID and parts were in really tight supply. It appears that black seatposts in 27.0mm are now available again, so I will likely change that. |
I've never seen a yellow Specialized
Good job. Ride on.
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Williamskg6 ….
looks like a Perfect bar tape job. JB :thumb: |
The Specialized Sirrus from that era is an amazing bike, and I still marvel at how PERFECT the handling on my '88 truly is. That's a very cool modern build on a classic frame!
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Originally Posted by jim dandy
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Williamskg6 ….
looks like a Perfect bar tape job. JB :thumb: |
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