1971 Motobecane Sprintour Touring Road Bike 50cm Small Lugged Steel Fast Shipper
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About this product
This vintage 1971 Motobecane Sprintour is a small 50cm touring road bike, constructed from lugged steel and finished in orange. It features a 10-speed (2x5) derailleur drivetrain with down tube shifters and 27-inch wheels with clincher tires. The bike comes with drop bars, side-pull caliper brakes, and an adjustable seat, weighing 40 lbs.
Our take
If you're into vintage bikes with character, this 1971 Motobecane Sprintour definitely fits the bill. The lugged steel frame in orange is a classic look, and at 50cm, it's suitable for smaller riders. The 10-speed drivetrain with down tube shifters offers a genuine vintage riding experience, and the drop bars are standard for a road bike of this era. Keep in mind that at 40 lbs, it's quite heavy, and the 27-inch wheels are less common than 700C today, which could make tire replacement slightly less convenient. It's a charming piece, great for leisurely rides or restoration projects.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Vintage 1971 lugged steel frame
- Classic 10-speed drivetrain
- Original down tube shifters
- Adjustable seat included
Cons
- Heavy at 40 lbs
- Older 27-inch wheel size
- Basic side-pull caliper brakes
- No suspension system
Specifications
- Country of Origin France
- Handlebar Type Drop Bar
- Wheel Size 27 in
- Number of Gears 2 x 5
- Bike Type Road Bike
- Color Orange
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- Tire Type
- Clincher Tires
- Material
- Steel
- Item Length
- 40 in
- Number of Speeds
- 10 Speed
- Vintage
- Yes
- Brand
- Motobecane
- Department
- Unisex Adult
- Model Year
- 1971
- Brake Type
- Caliper Brake - Side Pull
- Item Height
- 36 in
- Suspension Type
- No Suspension
- Model
- Sprintour
- Shifter Style
- Down Tube Shifter
- Features
- Adjustable Seat
- Gear Change Mechanism
- Derailleur Gears
- Item Width
- 12 in
- Item Weight
- 40 Ib
- Frame Size
- Small
