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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,744
Posted By motogeek

Quite Lovely., looks to be almost as good as my...

Quite Lovely., looks to be almost as good as my pristine, all original '75 Silver/Black GR. I also have a '75 Black/Red Gr that is almost as nice as yours that is a great rider. Those were wonderful...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 604
Views: 76,277
Posted By motogeek

Thanks. All the components on this Motobecane are...

Thanks. All the components on this Motobecane are original. This is the second matched pair of men's and mixte Grand Jubilees I've owned. The first pair were silver with black panels that I sold to a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-24, 10:13 PM
Replies: 604
Views: 76,277
Posted By motogeek

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I think its been on here before, but this is my Veloce, built for me by John...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-23, 07:23 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,394
Posted By motogeek

Great find! So glad it's not my size or I'd be...

Great find! So glad it's not my size or I'd be super jealous. Love the TA/Huret Duo Par combo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-23, 02:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 504
Posted By motogeek

If your silver with red panel Jubilee has a short...

If your silver with red panel Jubilee has a short cage Jubilee RD on it, then most likely the front derailleur would also have been a Jubilee, as well as the shift levers. The later Jubilees that had...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-23, 02:24 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,020
Posted By motogeek

Thanks for posting the pics from this year,...

Thanks for posting the pics from this year, always enjoy seeing this ride. Maybe next year (sounds like a Cubs fan).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-23, 06:31 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,338
Posted By motogeek

I'm using a DuoPar on my '75 GJ also. Such a...

I'm using a DuoPar on my '75 GJ also. Such a great working RD. Plus I can use larger freewheel than i could have with the Jubilee....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-23, 08:39 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,338
Posted By motogeek

y0u should drool over my wife's '75 Motobecane...

y0u should drool over my wife's '75 Motobecane Grand Jubilee mixte, red with black panels on a Nervex-lugged Reynolds 531 frame. Oh, and Huret Jubilee long cage RD....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-23, 08:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 813
Posted By motogeek

That's awesome, where did you find that puppy?...

That's awesome, where did you find that puppy? I've been on vacation for a couple weeks so I haven't seen local CL for a while. If it was there, I missed it :-(

Where are you playing now? Was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-23, 08:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,635
Posted By motogeek

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-23, 08:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,635
Posted By motogeek

That's coming along very nicely. Another option...

That's coming along very nicely. Another option would be to change the handlebars to an upright position. I totally agree with 52telecaster's comments about the Duo Par vs the Jubilee. I put a...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
04-20-23, 08:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,987
Posted By motogeek

too many stinkin' ads!

How does one view the posts without having to navigate through a plethora of ads? Every BF post I view has numerous ads that pop up before I can read the post. Isn't there someway I can view them...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-23, 02:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,635
Posted By motogeek

These old Grand Jubile mixties are neat bikes to...

These old Grand Jubile mixties are neat bikes to find. I have one that matches my men's GJ, complete with all the original components. I bought it a couple years ago for my wife so we can have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-23, 02:38 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,744
Posted By motogeek

You're right, this is the one I used to have. My...

You're right, this is the one I used to have. My bad. .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-23, 12:48 PM
Replies: 3,867
Views: 1,128,744
Posted By motogeek

I seem to recall Vitus 971 as being an aluminum...

I seem to recall Vitus 971 as being an aluminum material.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 46,570
Posted By motogeek

Love your GJ. I have 7 Motos from the '72-'75...

Love your GJ. I have 7 Motos from the '72-'75 time period, a GJ mixte, 4 GRs, 1 LeChamp, and 1 GJ, just like yours. Of all of them, my red with black panel '75 GJ with Duopar RD and Stronglight 99...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-23, 08:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,037
Posted By motogeek

How do you get such a good shine on these hubs?...

How do you get such a good shine on these hubs? What process do you use?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-23, 08:58 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 29,212
Posted By motogeek

I'm thinking this is a 1975 or perhaps 76 as that...

I'm thinking this is a 1975 or perhaps 76 as that is the year I bought one of these for my first wife. It was an SX73 I think, and I think the RD was a Huret Challenger. Check the pedals, cause that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-23, 07:36 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,738
Posted By motogeek

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I might have shown this before, but it's my custom built Veloce that I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-23, 07:03 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,738
Posted By motogeek

Who did the pin striping on this Grand Jubilee?

Who did the pin striping on this Grand Jubilee?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-22, 02:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,817
Posted By motogeek

That looks like a pretty decent match. More money...

That looks like a pretty decent match. More money than a $6 can of model paint but looks a whole lot better! At some point down the road if you want to do a better job, if you can find someone with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-22, 08:02 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,817
Posted By motogeek

Nice score! On the paint: Most of the hobby...

Nice score!

On the paint: Most of the hobby paint that is silver would likely be too bright to match the paint on the seat tub. The difference would stick out like a sore thumb. Hobby Lobby on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-22, 07:54 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,437
Posted By motogeek

In addition to the Phil hubs, look like the PO...

In addition to the Phil hubs, look like the PO also specc'd Phil platform pedals, which are really kinda cool, but funky, comfortable alternatives to caged pedals which can, for some people, create...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-22, 11:26 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,578
Posted By motogeek

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

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75 Grand Jubile, modified for lower gears. My favorite out of all of these...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-01-22, 09:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 370
Posted By motogeek

LOL !! I knew I messed up the 531 but I totally...

LOL !! I knew I messed up the 531 but I totally missed the 1972. My bad!

That restored Le Champion is very nice indeed. Cantilevers, no less. Cool
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-01-22, 05:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 370
Posted By motogeek

FS: 1973 Motobecane Le Champion. 52cm Reynolds 531

Stronglight 96 crank 36/52, Lyotard platform pedals, Shimano 600 RD, Campy NR FD and shifters, Universal 68 sidepull brakes, Modolo drilled levers, TTT stem and Phillips bars, Brooks Professional...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-22, 08:05 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,773
Posted By motogeek

[QUOTE=schundog;22629935]In addition to Julian's...

[QUOTE=schundog;22629935]In addition to Julian's impressive collection of single rider bikes, he and his wife have 5 tandem bikes, because, ya know, choices....lol

Thanks again for hosting this,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-22, 08:02 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,773
Posted By motogeek

Many years ago I had Tom Boyden (FASTAB Cycles,...

Many years ago I had Tom Boyden (FASTAB Cycles, Garland, TX) build me a tandem. I did not have a lot of money to spend and he was one of the few people I could find that would build me a bare frame...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-22, 06:39 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 7,124
Posted By motogeek

Loved the photos, wish there were more of them....

Loved the photos, wish there were more of them. Quite and amazing show at an amazing location. Hopefully next year ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-22, 06:22 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 3,636
Posted By motogeek

All I can say is "Wow!"

All I can say is "Wow!"
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-25-22, 06:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 580
Posted By motogeek

cpsqlrwn: I tried several times to send your...

cpsqlrwn: I tried several times to send your requested info but haven't had it work. If you would PM me your cell phone number I can text you more pics.
In answer to your questions, the 52 cm seat...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-24-22, 06:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 580
Posted By motogeek

did you get my reply?

did you get my reply?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-22, 12:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 701
Posted By motogeek

Yeah, I just realized that. I'm trying to copy it...

Yeah, I just realized that. I'm trying to copy it to the For sale thread and delete it from this thread. My bad!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-24-22, 11:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 580
Posted By motogeek

FS: 1975 Motobecane Grand Record, 52 cm

Regretfully selling a couple of my Motobecane Grand Records. This one is a very nice 1975, Black with Red panels and accents. It's a 52cm (21"). There are a lot of Grand Records out there for sale...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-22, 11:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 701
Posted By motogeek

FS: 1975 Motobecane 52cm Grand Record

Regretfully selling a couple of my Motobecane Grand Records. This one is a very nice 1975, Black with Red panels and accents. It's a 52cm (21"). There are a lot of Grand Records out there for sale...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-22, 10:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 453
Posted By motogeek

Yeah, over the years I've been able to accumulate...

Yeah, over the years I've been able to accumulate 4 in my size (52 cm). Dont need to have that many so I'm thinning the herd.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-22, 10:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 453
Posted By motogeek

I have a Premium Membership, is that enough or do...

I have a Premium Membership, is that enough or do I have to upgrade? If so, how? The payments tab is pretty vague. I thought I upgraded but nothing shows up on the page. Does it take a while to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-22, 07:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 453
Posted By motogeek

Where do I sell bikes?

Is there a category where I can sell a couple Grand Records? I know this is not the place and I apologize to the admins but if you could lead me in the right direction I'll post it there. Thanks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-22, 08:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,375
Posted By motogeek

Nice catch! I always thought the Grand Touring...

Nice catch! I always thought the Grand Touring was a nice multi purpose bike. A person can never have too many Motobecanes
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-22, 08:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,375
Posted By motogeek

Nice catch!. I always thought the Grand Touring...

Nice catch!. I always thought the Grand Touring was a decent multi purpose bike. A person can never have too many Motobecanes!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-22, 08:25 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,307
Posted By motogeek

The whole Jubilee ensemble (F&R der, shifters and...

The whole Jubilee ensemble (F&R der, shifters and cable guides) are the best looking IMHO. The BB cable guide particularly looks like it belongs on a Nervex lugged bike, like the Moto GJ and GR.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-22, 06:12 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,307
Posted By motogeek

Huret Jubilee BB guide!

Huret Jubilee BB guide!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-22, 07:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,218
Posted By motogeek

Do they charge you 25 cents to lock up?

Do they charge you 25 cents to lock up?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-22, 06:00 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 67,197
Posted By motogeek

Thanks for the heads-up on the crankset, i'll...

Thanks for the heads-up on the crankset, i'll keep an eye on it.
Nice re-do on the Grand Record. Whose decals did you use?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-22, 08:36 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 67,197
Posted By motogeek

Might be Super Record, not really sure. Has some...

Might be Super Record, not really sure. Has some milling done to the spider to lighten it a bit, but it doesn't appear to be stock Nuovo Record.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-22, 03:44 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,629
Posted By motogeek

I finally got some pics made of my 7 Motobecanes...

I finally got some pics made of my 7 Motobecanes and posted them on the "c'mon ... show us your Motobecane" thread. Didn't want to put them here cause I didn't want to hijack Russell's thread. Hope...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-22, 03:34 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 67,197
Posted By motogeek

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'75 Grand Jubile, I swapped out the long cage Jubilee RD for a Huret Duopar and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-22, 03:01 PM
Replies: 1,482
Views: 506,214
Posted By motogeek

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My wife's matching mixte GJ with the long cage Jubilee RD. This nervex lug...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-14-22, 06:35 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 67,197
Posted By motogeek

That's a real beauty. I think the GJ mixte is the...

That's a real beauty. I think the GJ mixte is the best looking mixte ever made.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-22, 12:00 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,629
Posted By motogeek

IIRC I paid $150 for the '75 GJ mixte from...

IIRC I paid $150 for the '75 GJ mixte from someone in Wisconsin. Ended up sending it to Gugie for some fork straightening.

I think the most I ever spent on a Moto was around $450 for a mint '75...
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