Dawes frame ID

[Cefnbikie]

I love fixed wheel bikes, and if I lived in a flat part of the country I would still be riding one. Back in the 1960s I converted several frames to ride fixed, and off came the five-speed blocks and rear derailleurs, etc. I can recall painting a Falcon and a Hobbs of Barbican, where I was unhappy with the finish (for various reasons I cannot remember) so out came the Brushing Belco for a once-over (no rattle cans back then).

I love seeing steel bikes back on the road, whether they have the original paint job and components, or when they have an up-to-date paint job and modern components.

So I am looking forward to seeing how the Dawes progresses.

p.s. I also like both the VWs, too.

 

[t47b]

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OK, I was a bit outspoken

I only objected to the use of the word 'Restoration' which is a process where an item is returned to how it once looked, not modified.

I like modified Beetles too

My current daily driver/ rolling restoration...1956 BMW Isetta 300

 

[dmac13]

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OK, I was a bit outspoken

I only objected to the use of the word 'Restoration' which is a process where an item is returned to how it once looked, not modified.

I like modified Beetles too

My current daily driver/ rolling restoration...1956 BMW Isetta 300

That's fair enough , I should of used the correct terminology. Love the ride I miss my classic cars , had to sell mine to help pay for a house. Growing up sucks lol

 

[Cefnbikie]

That is a lovely BMW Isetta –sunshine roof, too!

 

[dmac13]

A few more pics

 

[Dawes 1989]

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New to forums so sorry if I'm hijacking but the topic looked just right. Can anyone help ID my bike please I can find nothing online? All help welcome cheers, Matt

 

[dmac13]

Looks likes a dawes stratos
http://www.veterancycleclublibrary.org. ... brary).pdf

 

[Dawes 1989]

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Thanks,looks similar so not sure about the London to Brighton paintwork, must be a special. It says Reynolds 530 on the frame so this is another difference. Cheers, Matt

 

[dmac13]

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got some wheels and some accessories delivered