Batavus Champion early 60's?
12-12-13, 08:21 PM
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Batavus Champion early 60's?
12-12-13, 08:24 PM
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Looks like it's in great shape for it's age. If the price is right, go for it. I got for a friend and it was a lot of fun to clean up and ride, ah very nice, easy handling machine. It hurt a little when I handed it over 
12-13-13, 09:01 PM
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It looks almost identical to my Magneet (bought by Batavus at the end of the '60's) before I turned it into a tourer. If so, you're talking gaspipe that is the equal of a UO-8 in ride and handling. A wonderful bike. I'd be willing to go up to $150.00 for that bike if it was local, and would be on it fast enough to make one's head spin. Then again, I got used to Batavus and Flandria back during the bike boom, and have one hell of an appreciation for them.
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