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max3d
PostPosted: Sun Aug 14, 2011 5:25 pm 
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hi I have just bought a 1990s raleigh m-trax 1000 l, it is in ok condition i think. i am wondering if it is worth doing up. I bought it because I am wanting a lighter bike for road use, as my over sized MTB is a little too heavy. so any advice would be great. I would also need advice on where to buy the parts for this bike (without breaking the bank) The other question is if i do it up and don't get on with it would it have any value to sell on. Thanks in advance

i have uploaded more pics but need 5 posts inorder to post the links to them so if needed please DM me


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bikemeister2000
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PostPosted: Tue Sep 20, 2011 8:40 pm 
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I think the only change needed is the bars to flat ones. Nice bike
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max3d
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PostPosted: Wed Sep 21, 2011 6:39 am 
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i changed the bars now im just looking for some grips as the others are too short due to being cut down and i think the rest will remain as is
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sylus
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PostPosted: Wed Sep 21, 2011 11:21 am 
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i must admit i do like this, simple understated but yet everyday useable
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max3d
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once my arm has healed i shall be trying it out on some rides, if i cant get along with the bike I will be open to offers :) so if someone is interested give me a shout
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jim-laden
PostPosted: Sat Sep 24, 2011 9:08 pm 
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max3d wrote:
I bought it because I am wanting a lighter bike for road use


A road bike, perchance?

Jim
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max3d
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PostPosted: Sat Sep 24, 2011 10:23 pm 
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lol are you here all week ? ;) no i need a hybrid more, but thanks for trying to be funny :) always good for one of those :)
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dyna-ti
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bikemeister2000 wrote:
I think the only change needed is the bars to flat ones. Nice bike


Lovely bike

And yes, dump the risers as quickly as possible :wink: they're not doing its looks any good.
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max3d
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PostPosted: Mon Sep 26, 2011 10:28 am 
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new bars fitted, I am going to take her out today to see if i can get used to her.


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much better
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