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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-24, 11:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 282
Posted By Kabuki12

A great bike but in need of a respray and...

A great bike but in need of a respray and inspection . I would pass at that price. The panto bits are very nice but if the bike has internal rust issues that the paint is hiding it still does not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,022
Posted By Kabuki12

I talked to Grant several years ago . I had asked...

I talked to Grant several years ago . I had asked questions about my Diamond Formula which , when it was made , was the only light weight bike Kabuki offered . Grant told me it was before his time at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-21-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,313
Posted By Kabuki12

I am just returning to this thread with a couple...

I am just returning to this thread with a couple of comments on recent posts . One is the thickness or powder coat obscuring the lug details . My one powder coated bike does not have this issue . The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-21-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 234
Views: 11,828
Posted By Kabuki12

that would be cool. I remember one year , when...

that would be cool. I remember one year , when Eroica was still in Paso Robles, riding in to Olea Farm and seeing the old flat bed truck with loads of bananas on the bed. They could lust dust them...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-24, 05:23 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,313
Posted By Kabuki12

I had my Motobecane powder coated and it came out...

I had my Motobecane powder coated and it came out very nice . It only cost a fraction of what it cost to have my Colnago done . The difference in finish is noticeable , plus the powder coat bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 249
Posted By Kabuki12

Yep , I have sold 5 bikes this year and if they...

Yep , I have sold 5 bikes this year and if they weren't local cash , they were Pay Pal .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 03:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,313
Posted By Kabuki12

In the eye of the beholder , I guess. I wouldn't...

In the eye of the beholder , I guess. I wouldn't mind the color personally but some , like my wife , would not be liking it . There was a Porsche running around town that was painted that metallic...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 11,828
Posted By Kabuki12

Sorry Matt . I did not mean to offend . Got it!...

Sorry Matt . I did not mean to offend . Got it! Joe
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 11,828
Posted By Kabuki12

WAIT!!! What ?! I haven't heard .

WAIT!!! What ?! I haven't heard .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 12:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 762
Posted By Kabuki12

Sorry to hear this Rich . As you know Lynne and I...

Sorry to hear this Rich . As you know Lynne and I "pulled the plug" a few weeks ago. I hope those that show up have a great time , that area does not disappoint! Yes , stop at the bike shop . The...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-16-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 516
Posted By Kabuki12

No , just the three screws at different angles at...

No , just the three screws at different angles at the top near the break. I did the PT and I don't work out per se but I ride and walk . Plus I did the stretches the PT showed me relentlessly . I did...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-16-24, 05:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 516
Posted By Kabuki12

It has been just over a year since I broke my hip...

It has been just over a year since I broke my hip . The pain I was in was excruciating. I had surgery within 48 hrs . The surgeon put 3 , 7mm x 95mm screws to hold the femurs so the break would heal...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 10:28 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,219
Posted By Kabuki12

These reports are concerning and hard to read. I...

These reports are concerning and hard to read. I am amazed at how cruel some can be. I would certainly file a report on the car if you have the plate # .
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-13-24, 10:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 665
Posted By Kabuki12

If you like the bike and it fits you I think you...

If you like the bike and it fits you I think you should offer what you think it is worth . Be reasonable and respectful. The price as it is , is not out of line . Check the seat post and make sure it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 621
Posted By Kabuki12

Definitely not early seventies as seller suggests.

Definitely not early seventies as seller suggests.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-24, 10:22 PM
Replies: 556
Views: 41,315
Posted By Kabuki12

I sold two more today . So far , minus 5 bikes...

I sold two more today . So far , minus 5 bikes and no acquisitions. Feeling better not having them sit . Now ….what is next? Taking a hard look at my fleet. If I decide to move it will be a lot...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,012
Posted By Kabuki12

Oh no , I will miss his contributions to this...

Oh no , I will miss his contributions to this forum . Pedal on Mike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 07:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 652
Posted By Kabuki12

I rode a Centurion Elite RS in blue for a couple...

I rode a Centurion Elite RS in blue for a couple of years . I always liked the ride of that bike (25” frame) . It was at that time that I first learned of the Centurion / Cinelli bike and I just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 374
Posted By Kabuki12

I have used the non aero brake levers for quite a...

I have used the non aero brake levers for quite a while . I have a few bikes with early Campagnolo Nuovo Record brakes and levers and they stop just fine . I rode a later style Grand Compe brake set...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-24, 05:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 430
Posted By Kabuki12

I agree . I noticed when I saw the first photo...

I agree . I noticed when I saw the first photo that it seemed larger. It is hard to tell from just a picture though. I was convinced that a Ron Cooper that was listed for sale was taller than 60cm so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-24, 04:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 430
Posted By Kabuki12

I agree that this is later than 1975 . The...

I agree that this is later than 1975 . The reasons stated above are indicative of late seventies. The fork crown could be ‘75 but the other details point to a later year. I have a ‘75 with that fork...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-24, 10:28 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,952
Posted By Kabuki12

It looks like fun . Cool poster.

It looks like fun . Cool poster.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-03-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 373
Posted By Kabuki12

I didn’t use oven cleaner but got a set polished...

I didn’t use oven cleaner but got a set polished in just a few hours with Mothers Polish. An evening in front of the television is all it took ....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 2,818
Views: 179,399
Posted By Kabuki12

An interesting Le Champ on Ventura C.L ...

An interesting Le Champ on Ventura C.L .https://ventura.craigslist.org/bik/d/oak-park-vintage-70s-motobecane-le/7771888795.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 7,218
Views: 1,137,509
Posted By Kabuki12

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1280x1124/img_4033_2821878338d855e33929ca46bc236af24d7ae3b2.jpeg
Orange and purple!
This is from my last ride into Ventura , by the Government...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-24, 07:16 AM
Replies: 7,218
Views: 1,137,509
Posted By Kabuki12

cool , could never get my brothers in one place...

cool , could never get my brothers in one place for a photo. We have an age gap , plus spread all over the country. I’ll be seventy in a couple of months and my oldest brother is exactly ten years...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-25-24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 723
Posted By Kabuki12

Yep , keep looking . You will know when the right...

Yep , keep looking . You will know when the right bike pops up , like one of those golden chrome ones.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 653
Posted By Kabuki12

Nice job , it came out nice.

Nice job , it came out nice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 499
Posted By Kabuki12

My daughter had a similar issue with her...

My daughter had a similar issue with her Motobecane. I took it to a shop that had frame alignment tools and the guy had the correct tools to straighten the fork. It came out nice but it wasn’t cheap...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 446
Posted By Kabuki12

I think that is so cool . I love the “rules” , #7...

I think that is so cool . I love the “rules” , #7 in particular , ride with traffic. I think some folks missed that one! Thanks for posting.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,342
Posted By Kabuki12

I think it could be welded but really , the paint...

I think it could be welded but really , the paint would show witness to the repair and this is not a high end Motobecane. Nice bike , but these days a replacement ( if you wanted one ) would be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 744
Posted By Kabuki12

Stunning! Purple and yellow👍.

Stunning! Purple and yellow👍.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 724
Posted By Kabuki12

I sold one of my steeds a while ago to guy who...

I sold one of my steeds a while ago to guy who told me he wanted the wheels and a couple of parts and would sell off the rest in parts. Not my favorite thing to do to an original , complete bike but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 969
Posted By Kabuki12

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/image_3_11_24_at_8_20_am_a24fd100ce2c1f157f9e7d5c61a2aafe696bb06b.jpeg
1972 ItalVega
This one was an on again , off again year of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,308
Posted By Kabuki12

merziac That is a beauty! It never gets old . Joe

merziac That is a beauty! It never gets old . Joe
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,308
Posted By Kabuki12

Wait!! What? Bothersome? You got it all wrong!...

Wait!! What? Bothersome? You got it all wrong! Don't like what you read ? Disagree? Uhm OK! It's a forum , that's what it's all about.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,308
Posted By Kabuki12

Yer right Rich . I was talking to guy once who...

Yer right Rich . I was talking to guy once who was ....uhm ....not skinny and he was bragging about his 18lb bike . Then he told me how much he paid for the bike . I knew him well so I felt...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,308
Posted By Kabuki12

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1280x1124/img_4033_cd891169919f10320509d5674e3d491895fa5a3c.jpg
21.5lbs without the Ti pedals or pump and tool pouch. Not a weight weenie , but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,349
Posted By Kabuki12

Yep , the main reason I’m selling some . Don’t...

Yep , the main reason I’m selling some . Don’t ride them as much.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 967
Posted By Kabuki12

Aero style cable routing . They have handle bars...

Aero style cable routing . They have handle bars with a routing groove but it isn’t needed. I just use a ring of electrical tape in a couple places to hold the cable in place while you put the new...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-24, 06:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 761
Posted By Kabuki12

I have a few 41 x 144 BCD rings . The most recent...

I have a few 41 x 144 BCD rings . The most recent was a new set of chain rings purchased from Greg at Cyclomondo that were Colnago Panto 53/41 .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 678
Posted By Kabuki12

Cool bike and really good shape for its age. I...

Cool bike and really good shape for its age. I would be tempted to get it rideable .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,156
Posted By Kabuki12

Guy , I really hope this event is a huge success....

Guy , I really hope this event is a huge success. There is no reason to believe it won’t be and I will do everything I can to be there. After the Eroica fiasco , C&V folks need something like this....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 556
Views: 41,315
Posted By Kabuki12

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0118_fcdf8d69b99063c3cf6cf35bdd11e0853299f767.jpeg
1972 Mondia Special
Bike #3 sold . I really liked this bike and rode it a lot...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 886
Posted By Kabuki12

I also got a drywall screw through the side of a...

I also got a drywall screw through the side of a newly mounted tire , just like RCMoeur . I hadn’t to get a new tire , I just didn’t trust the Mylar liner I put in the tire to get me home. It worked...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-12-24, 06:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,429
Posted By Kabuki12

It is really hard to determine value on any bike...

It is really hard to determine value on any bike right now . That one would be better parted out unless someone were looking for that specific bike. Parts , especially Campagnolo SR , are still...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 834
Posted By Kabuki12

I would not trust that quote , not for a minute....

I would not trust that quote , not for a minute. I like eBay for buying but selling is tricky . I always let the buyer arrange shipping . I don’t mind boxing something up , I made my own frame box...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 762
Posted By Kabuki12

Let a little air out of the tire! 😂

Let a little air out of the tire! 😂
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 744
Posted By Kabuki12

that would depend on how cold the water was ,...

that would depend on how cold the water was , turtling can occur if water temps drop!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,301
Posted By Kabuki12

It is a tough decision to make , there are...

It is a tough decision to make , there are factors that come into play . One is financial , if the owner can’t afford it , that decision is easy. I did my Colnago and I’m glad I did . It didn’t need...
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