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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 130
Posted By Biker Pete

Tighten the valve stem core?

Tighten the valve stem core?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,181
Posted By Biker Pete

This about sums it up.

This about sums it up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,484
Posted By Biker Pete

I like taking my chances on known roads with high...

I like taking my chances on known roads with high end tires. But eventually, inevitability, bad luck finds me. So what to do? Maybe I should learn how to fix them! ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,484
Posted By Biker Pete

As of recently I live in a climate where I can...

As of recently I live in a climate where I can ride year round, so I’ll stick to my 22mm tubulars. When I lived in a four season climate, there was no riding for me in the cold months. But that’s...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-15-24, 09:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 300
Posted By Biker Pete

Yes, that’s me. 15-19 freewheel, 53/44...

Yes, that’s me.
15-19 freewheel, 53/44 chainring.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 277
Posted By Biker Pete

Thanks for putting a name to it!

Thanks for putting a name to it!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-13-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 277
Posted By Biker Pete

When I first noticed ‘the problem’ the bearings...

When I first noticed ‘the problem’ the bearings had in the neighborhood of 500 miles on them since the last re-greasing. Pretty lightweight grease, too (Phil Wood).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-13-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 277
Posted By Biker Pete

That was my first thought. The situation was...

That was my first thought. The situation was unchanged when I removed the quick link chain.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-13-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 277
Posted By Biker Pete

Wheel hub bearing adjustment for naught

While my 1975 Motobecane was on the stand I noticed that the rear wheel spun very nicely at higher rpm but once it had slowed to lower rpm the wheel came to a stop much sooner than normal. Huh? I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,484
Posted By Biker Pete

I hear you. Next puncture that does not seal and...

I hear you. Next puncture that does not seal and the tire is done. At least I got a whole lotta great riding miles in BS (before sealant). :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,484
Posted By Biker Pete

Update……tire was losing pressure on my ride...

Update……tire was losing pressure on my ride today. Rode home carefully and put in another 1.5 ounces of Flat Attack (they do recommend using 2-3 ounces for a road tire). Back out for another 10 mile...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,484
Posted By Biker Pete

Thanks for the links to your research. I wound up...

Thanks for the links to your research. I wound up using Flat Attack, about 1.5 ounces in my 700x22 latex tubular tire and violá, puncture was sealed and I’m back in the saddle!
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-24, 09:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 985
Posted By Biker Pete

You’ll have less pressure if you can just relax.

You’ll have less pressure if you can just relax.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-24, 09:28 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,474
Posted By Biker Pete

I agree with what has been said on this thread...

I agree with what has been said on this thread about tubulars: pita to change, difficult to repair, but great ride quality at a variety of pressures. My riding conditions are such that tubulars work...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,484
Posted By Biker Pete

I ride 700x22 and 700x23 silk casing tubulars...

I ride 700x22 and 700x23 silk casing tubulars with latex tubes. Bike+rider+gear is 200 lbs. The Silca calculator comes in at ~115 psi for the 22s and ~107 psi for the 23s. I do a daily 10 mile loop...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,484
Posted By Biker Pete

Thanks everyone for your replies, very...

Thanks everyone for your replies, very educational and helpful.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,484
Posted By Biker Pete

Got a flat, need suggestions for a...

Got a flat, need suggestions for a sealer….tubular tire with latex tube. Thank you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 48,944
Posted By Biker Pete

I’ve posted these pics elsewhere on BF but they...

I’ve posted these pics elsewhere on BF but they definitely should be here! Le Champion from 1974 or 1975.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-22-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 769
Posted By Biker Pete

GLWS! Just like my 23” Grand Record that I bought...

GLWS! Just like my 23” Grand Record that I bought new in 1975!

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-24, 05:56 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 15,355
Posted By Biker Pete

1975 Motobecane Grand Record, DB 531, 26.4mm ...

1975 Motobecane Grand Record, DB 531, 26.4mm
1975 Motobecane Le Champion, DB 531, 26.6mm
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 48,944
Posted By Biker Pete

I’m a musician……could be the next move for my LC!

I’m a musician……could be the next move for my LC!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-24, 07:04 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 48,944
Posted By Biker Pete

I recently acquired a ‘75 and it came with a...

I recently acquired a ‘75 and it came with a 26.6mm Campagnolo seat post which I believe to be original. Because I needed and extra 2cm extension beyond what the Campy could provide, I replaced it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 9,196
Posted By Biker Pete

Return to Bloomington! Why? Re-watch the movie...

Return to Bloomington! Why? Re-watch the movie “Breaking Away”! :) :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 953
Posted By Biker Pete

So the saddle height issue is solved. I got a...

So the saddle height issue is solved. I got a brand new GORGEOUS Nitto seat post that is 30mm longer than the original Campagnolo seat post, thus enabling use of the Selle racing saddle for my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,200
Posted By Biker Pete

Interesting that in the 1974 catalog the...

Interesting that in the 1974 catalog the description of the Grand Record is the same as the description of the Le Champion in the 1976 catalog…..bike good for both racing and touring. I note that on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-24, 07:56 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,200
Posted By Biker Pete

I know that feeling. I over-stretched my spending...

I know that feeling. I over-stretched my spending resources in 1975 when I bought a Grand Record. Fast forward 49 years and now I have the Le Champion I always wanted back in the day. (And still have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-24, 07:19 AM
Replies: 245
Views: 51,300
Posted By Biker Pete

I got a great condition 1975 Motobčcane Le...

I got a great condition 1975 Motobčcane Le Champion several weeks ago. Needed wheels brake levers and saddle (and chain, cabling, bar tape). Got it all done and also replaced the original Universal...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 255
Views: 14,342
Posted By Biker Pete

I ‘need’ to own multiple bicycles, each with its...

I ‘need’ to own multiple bicycles, each with its unique frame material, to fulfill my ‘wants’.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 953
Posted By Biker Pete

I have two solutions to the saddle height issue....

I have two solutions to the saddle height issue. 1. Use the Avocet Touring I saddle on my other bike, it is approx 2cm taller than the Selle racing saddle. Just the right height with the Campagnolo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 953
Posted By Biker Pete

Thanks, great idea and info!

Thanks, great idea and info!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 953
Posted By Biker Pete

I have the Campagnolo seat post out to it’s...

I have the Campagnolo seat post out to it’s maximum extension indicated on the post with a ‘stop’ line. I have a second Motobecane from 1975, a Grand Record. It has an Avocet touring saddle vs the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 953
Posted By Biker Pete

Do you have a suggestion for a 1970s or 1980s...

Do you have a suggestion for a 1970s or 1980s seat post manufacturer? From my initial scans on eBay it seems Campagnolo does not have a longer one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 953
Posted By Biker Pete

1975 Motobecane Le Champion

First ride, two thumbs up!! Bar tape to be added, I have two to choose from.

Questions. The seat post is Campagnolo, 22cm length and 26.6mm diameter. Are longer ones available? I probably need...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 8,571
Posted By Biker Pete

I wonder if your experience would have been...

I wonder if your experience would have been different if you weren’t loaded down and instead were trying to do your fastest pace on a 20 mile loop?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-23-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 327
Views: 20,161
Posted By Biker Pete

This thread is causing a lot of friction…..maybe...

This thread is causing a lot of friction…..maybe check the Bike Forum index and shift to another topic? ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 07:19 AM
Replies: 3,410
Views: 484,484
Posted By Biker Pete

I recently got FMB ‘Record’ tubulars, one pair...

I recently got FMB ‘Record’ tubulars, one pair 23mm the other pair 22mm mounted on two wheelsets, for my 70s Motobecane. I ride about 70 miles per week on good roads and I think these tires are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 327
Views: 20,161
Posted By Biker Pete

I grew up on down tube friction shifters in the...

I grew up on down tube friction shifters in the 70s, so it’s a very well-known quantity to me. Then I got a bike with indexed shifters on the brake levers in the early 90s. Except for nostalgic...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,513
Posted By Biker Pete

Yes, from their website. ...

Yes, from their website.
https://www.thepinkstuff.com/pages/ingredients#ingredients-center
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 07:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,513
Posted By Biker Pete

Quartz, soap, sodium silicate, color dye,...

Quartz, soap, sodium silicate, color dye, fragrance.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,123
Posted By Biker Pete

FMB. Get a 28mm tire because I read in another...

FMB. Get a 28mm tire because I read in another post you want a cushy ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 850
Posted By Biker Pete

This one has Universal Super 68 brake calipers. ...

This one has Universal Super 68 brake calipers.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 850
Posted By Biker Pete

The Grand Record came with Dia-Comp side pull...

The Grand Record came with Dia-Comp side pull brakes and levers. Way back in the day I replaced the rear brake and both levers with Shimano Dura-Ace. Very recently I replaced front and rear brakes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 850
Posted By Biker Pete

What’s that?

What’s that?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 850
Posted By Biker Pete

I bought a black/red Grand Record in 1975. Rode...

I bought a black/red Grand Record in 1975. Rode it for about 15 years, life happened, and the bike sat in my basement until last year. I completely disassembled the bike, cleaned, re-greased, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 850
Posted By Biker Pete

We We

We We
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 850
Posted By Biker Pete

On the way….

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 126,501
Posted By Biker Pete

I bought a Grand Record in spring of 1975 from a...

I bought a Grand Record in spring of 1975 from a bike shop in Livingston, New Jersey, USA.

rear Campagnolo dropouts
inside DS: 77317
outside NDS: 25 * 5273
* = undecipherable number

Bottom...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 187
Views: 8,527
Posted By Biker Pete

Not really necessary for me because punctures are...

Not really necessary for me because punctures are rare and I do not ride long distances. Conti GP5000 + RideNow 36g TPU tubes have been serving me well and are great, performance-wise. But then...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-24, 01:39 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,845
Posted By Biker Pete

I used to true wheels on the bike, using a brake...

I used to true wheels on the bike, using a brake pad as the guide. Recently I got a nice truing stand and really like it. Can do things in the comfort of my living room.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 683
Views: 78,299
Posted By Biker Pete

Approx 300 miles this month. Daily 10 mile loop...

Approx 300 miles this month. Daily 10 mile loop averaging 20 mph. Loving the FMB tubular tires! (110 psi front, 120 psi rear).
...
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