Raleigh olympian 1984

Hope this helps! I just got one of these for free all original. It's all torn down now so I can freshen it up. It will be my first real road bike, anything you suggest to add or what tires, seat, accessories to have once I start riding? Is 84 the only year in that red color with the tubing? Hi there EMX! Free finds are always awesome. As far as replacing tires and handlebar tape I can give you the following recommendations.

Panaracer Pasela tires are the best way to go when replacing tires on an old vintage bike. The bicycle pictured above has Cinelli cork handlebar tape, a very durable, very comfortable handlebar tape. Scram Supercork is another great option for handlebar tape. Kool Stop Salmon brake pads would be a great replacement if the current break pads are worn out. A Brooks B leather saddle is the best seat you can have on any bike, bar none. As long as it's taken care of, it will never have to be replaced.

There are more cost effective saddles out there, but none that have met my seal of approval like the Brooks. The burgundy gold color scheme was also used in , but the tubing grade was different by then. On a side note, this was one of the most comfortable vintage road bikes that I have ridden. I regret having passed it along, but my riding style at the time was different.

This bicycle, however, was very fast as absorbed all the road bumps at the same time. It's definitely a great find to come across. Thanks for the reply and suggestions! I'm hoping to get it back together and out for a ride this weekend. Thanks to this post I didn't pass on an 85 version. Has the SL tube haven't found any site to that can tell me how this is different then the Great to hear that a good bike was rescued.

I know you will enjoy it as it is a great bike for going pretty much anywhere with it. Nice I picked up one that was converted to a fixed gear and it is fast and smooth even with the cheaper build kit they used I have a men's '84 Raleigh Olympian, in red, I'd like to sell.

If interested contact me through e-mail, Topaz hotmail. Where is a good place to get replacement parts for a Raleigh Olympian? I got the bike today and the frame is fine but the handlebars, chain, brake lines, foot pedals have rust on them. Thank you for any information provided. Sponsored items from this seller. Showing Slide 1 of 3. Pre-owned Pre-owned Pre-owned. Last one Last one Last one. Add to cart to save with this special offer.

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Seller Notes:. Sold AS IS, and will be partly disassembled for shipping. The item may have cosmetic scratches, rust, paint discoloration, decal fading, ect..

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Suspension Type:. No Suspension. Item Weight:. Tire Type:. Clincher Tires. Frame Number:. Wheel Size:. Bike Type:. Touring Bike. Chrome, Steel. Handlebar Type:. Drop Bar. Model Year:.

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