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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-23, 07:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 436
Posted By drewfio

Update: I did the steps I outlined above, and it...

Update: I did the steps I outlined above, and it worked. Hooray. The seals easily popped off with a little pry after removing the locknut. And the cone threaded off by hand. It was a little weird...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-23, 03:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 269
Posted By SpeedofLite

45 Years Ago: September 1978 in Bicycling magazine

Articles/columns included in this post are:
TECHNICAL Q and A
"Producing Better Bike Maps"
"Hi-Biking"

The following articles from this issue were included in past posts.
BICYCLE WORKSHOP:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-23, 02:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 125
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1988) MIELE Aries 1000 (mtb)

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-23, 07:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 313
Posted By OldCoot

1983 Miyata 1200 find

Even though I just bought a bike frame off Ebay ( hasn't even arrived yet), when I saw this advertised locally, I had to jump on it. Paid $180. It looks to be completely original, except tires.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-23, 07:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 170
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1988) RALEIGH Chill (mtb)

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-03-23, 10:30 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,038
Posted By curbtender

Friction shifters?

Friction shifters?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-23, 10:02 PM
Replies: 703
Views: 310,895
Posted By ridey b

Miyata commuter

This is my wife's 3speed Miyata Commuter .
Will be changing to a hybrid/gravel bike ....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 07:17 PM
Replies: 703
Views: 310,895
Posted By zookster

Same color as my recently acquired 1981 1000! ...

Same color as my recently acquired 1981 1000!

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 703
Views: 310,895
Posted By bikemig

Miyata 310

This thread hasn't been updated in 2 years, wow. I just picked up a beautiful 1981 Miyata 310 that I rebuilt for my nephew. I built him a 1988 Specialized Rockhopper a few years back and decided it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-23, 04:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 322
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1988) MIYATA Trail Runner (mtb)

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-23, 08:55 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 55,535
Posted By gsulit@shaw.ca

Marinoni Special 48 cm.

Here is my Marinoni Special made of Columbus SL tubing, 10 speed Campagnolo Chorus, SRAM 48/34 crankset, 11/26 cassette, Tiagra and Dura Ace derailleurs. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-23, 07:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 399
Posted By Kevlar888

Miele road bike purchase

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-23, 09:18 PM
Replies: 863
Views: 294,768
Posted By grant40

Here is mine. ...

Here is mine.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-23, 05:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 196
Posted By 52telecaster

Miyata 210 question.

I picked this up cheap today to fix up for the next vertically challenged person I know who wants a touring bike. My question concerns shifting. It has the original light action rear mech and a front...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-23, 02:37 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By martl

a pretty little Grandis i picked up locally a few...

a pretty little Grandis i picked up locally a few years ago. I love Mixtes, 9 out of 10 of those were bought/built by someone with the bike n+1 sickness who built a bike for the missus because then...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-23, 08:53 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By ascherer

Where are the Grand Jubiles hiding? Mrs....

Where are the Grand Jubiles hiding? Mrs. ascherer’s 1975 updated with 700c wheels, dynamo lighting, 9-speed indexed shifting and Tektro dual pivots.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-23, 05:10 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By djkashuba

https://live.staticflickr.com/7785/18141648645_a62...

https://live.staticflickr.com/7785/18141648645_a6208245e1_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/tD7G6B)
Cinelli Step Through (https://flic.kr/p/tD7G6B) by djk762 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/djk762/), on Flickr
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-23, 05:42 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By Big Block

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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A 1948 (Australian) Malvern Star "New Look"
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-23, 05:18 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By P.L.Jensen

About a month ago, this had a FREE sign taped to...

About a month ago, this had a FREE sign taped to it… Since then it has been stripped and repainted, components changed and some remain…

The frame is a Nishiki Olympic… Wheels are 27”… We live in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-23, 11:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,031
Posted By polymorphself

1986 Miyata 210 overhaul.

Posted these in another thread about the bike but figured I’d give the final pics their own post. Purchased for my girlfriend to do some overnights etc. with. Typical tear down and overhaul. Saddle,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-23, 11:42 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,250
Posted By polymorphself

Better photos coming but this is done minus some...

Better photos coming but this is done minus some tweaks here and there. Still working on a front rack solution. Brake levers, cantis, pedals and of course saddle are not original, the rest is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 12:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 430
Posted By SpeedofLite

40 Years Ago: March 1983 in Bicycling magazine

Articles/Columns included in this post are:
"Forged Aluminum vs. Stamped Steel"
"Ordinary Touring"
VIEWPOINT: Idaho's New Rolling Stop Law

The following article(s) in this issue were posted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-23, 05:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 575
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1987) MARINONI Road Racing

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-23, 05:07 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,851
Posted By SpeedofLite

Frames and Framebuilding (1987) Tange Prestige vs. Columbus SL

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-23, 05:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 943
Posted By SpeedofLite

40 Years Ago: February 1983 in Bicycling magazine

Articles/Columns included in this post are:
"The Human Side of Russian Racing"
Technical Q & A

The following article(s) in this issue were posted previously:
"Dave Moulton Special Grand...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-23, 03:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 500
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1983) Buyers' Guide

Bicycling magazine's 1983 Buyers' Guide contains information for over 175 models.

The first section provides general specs and componentry for AMF, BCA (Bicycle Corporation of America), Bianchi,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-23, 08:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 322
Posted By Crankycrank

How about a rear chain stay kickstand? Some...

How about a rear chain stay kickstand? Some stronger but more clunky than others so take your pick. chainstay kickstand for sale | eBay...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-23, 11:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,067
Posted By SDHawk

1991 Miyata Quickcross

Picked up this one the other day. Bonded aluminum frame,21 speeds w Exage 500 set. All original except seat and newer tires. Rode fine upon arrival, but I serviced the hubs, BB, and headset... looked...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-23, 11:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,250
Posted By polymorphself

Nearly done with the rebuild and I’m pretty...

Nearly done with the rebuild and I’m pretty surprised at how easily this thing could fit 35s with fenders. These are 32s but the amount of room left is remarkable, both front and back. My 86 Voyageur...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-23, 11:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 612
Posted By georges1

Interesting link about older bike brands and manufacturer parts catalogs

Good Morning
Found an interesting about older brands catalogues la bible du velo (https://labibleduvelo.blogspot.com/p/catalogues.html)
Enjoy
Best regards
Georges
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-23, 12:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,103
Posted By Retoocs

It has internal splines for the freewheel tool....

It has internal splines for the freewheel tool. It's probably covered with crud.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-22, 07:01 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 312
Posted By microcord

An unusual Miyata Professional

A machine labelled as a Miyata Professional, advertised as a replica of a trike ridden in 1914 by the boy who'd grow up to be emperor Shōwa:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-20-22, 12:15 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,088
Posted By 10 Wheels

Texas Gulf Coast for my rides. Use Chain L ...

Texas Gulf Coast for my rides.
Use Chain L
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-22, 11:24 PM
Replies: 863
Views: 294,768
Posted By mjj1015

'84 Miyata 710 rebuild

This build was my first attempt at doing anything mechanical with a bike other than changing tires & tubes. Watched a lot of Youtube videos (leaned heavily on RJ the Bike Guy) and used this forum...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-22, 03:35 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,118
Posted By guy1138

It is installed wrong and will be dangerous down...

It is installed wrong and will be dangerous down the road. The "claw" has a hole at the back so it can be bolted into a corresponding hole on the dropout. But this dropout doesn't have that hole, it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-22, 08:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,252
Posted By squirtdad

this was driving me crazy, but i think I have the...

this was driving me crazy, but i think I have the answer

it is an 87 available only as a frame only see page 22 https://www.ragandbone.ca/PDFs/Miyata%20Catalogue%20PDFs/Miyata%20Catalogue%2087.pdf...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-22, 11:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 368
Posted By browngw

Raleigh Sports (Canadian)

This 1972 Raleigh Sports has a 23" frame (my size!) and the beautiful brown colour I refer to as "root beer". I purchased it at the 2018 Canadian Vintage Bicycle Show near the end of the show and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 863
Views: 294,768
Posted By Prunesquallor

Purists, cover your eyes. I bought this 710...

Purists, cover your eyes.

I bought this 710 in ‘84 (frame number says ’81, however) and it was my racing/triathlon bike throughout the 80’s and later my indoor trainer. But then I seemed to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-22, 08:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 699
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1986) PANASONIC Pro ATB

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-22, 10:27 PM
Replies: 1,475
Views: 487,064
Posted By Wilbur76

Just completed this mid-80s Nishiki Bel Air....

Just completed this mid-80s Nishiki Bel Air. Digging the Suntour LePree 3 jockey wheel rear derailleur.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-22, 12:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 342
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1992) Best Buys Part 2 (Miyata, Fisher, Burley, Easy Racer) )

"Best Buys" in Bicycling magazine March 1992 Buyer's Guide issue were YOKOTA Yosemite Pro (mtb/front suspension), BRIDGESTONE RB-2 (road racing), CANNONDALE R700 (time trial/triathlon), SCHWINN...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-22, 03:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 331
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1992) Buyers' Guide - Table of Specifications

The first three pages of Bicycling magazines 1992 Buyers' Guide -- Table of Specifications are shown below.
The full Table of Specifications (pdf) can be viewed and downloaded at this link for the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-22, 12:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 604
Posted By williamskg6

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...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-22, 09:46 PM
Replies: 863
Views: 294,768
Posted By curbtender

61f8gt ...

61f8gt
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-22, 06:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 631
Posted By Bill Kapaun

A JIS Phillips screwdriver will ease some of your...

A JIS Phillips screwdriver will ease some of your problems.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-22, 12:11 AM
Replies: 1,475
Views: 487,064
Posted By jkrug

Just finished up a 70s Motobecane mixte that I...

Just finished up a 70s Motobecane mixte that I assembled from many pieces. I started with the frame and over a couple of months gathered pieces (mostly) old and new for a path racer inspired unisex...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-22, 10:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 414
Posted By SpeedofLite

30 Years Ago: May 1992 in Bicycling magazine

Articles/Columns included in this post are:
Letters
New Products
"Racing for Rookies"
Off the Back

Road Test articles will be posted over the next week.

As usual, let me know if you'd like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-22, 12:01 PM
Replies: 863
Views: 294,768
Posted By Mr. 66

I don't think I've posted me Miyata. I went all...

I don't think I've posted me Miyata. I went all in on the 615. Campy Triple Comp, with xt canti sanded and polished to a high luster....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-22, 10:56 AM
Replies: 863
Views: 294,768
Posted By casanewt

Found something fairly rare the other day. 1986...

Found something fairly rare the other day. 1986 Pro Miyata. First year of the Splined Triple Butted tubing for Miyata. It is also interesting that only the Pro had the fastback seat stays.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-22, 09:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 769
Posted By nPn

Sorry if this is a dumb question, but why do you...

Sorry if this is a dumb question, but why do you want to replace the existing shifters, is there something not working or are you looking to upgrade something?
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