1990 Cratoni Maximum

[KayOs]

Krauter=Cratoni? I'm confused already. Nice bike BTW.

It is said that the Name of the Company should sound more italian but I don't know for sure.

 

[zerogravitas]

Fantastic looking frame with quality components, thanks for the history and looking forward to seeing how you gently restore it! A clean and polish looks like it will take you most of the way.
I actually like the aero bar setup as it shows it was really used for a purpose! Drops give it a classy cleaner look of course.

 

[Frankenorange]

I do like Max frames

 

[georges1]

Hi guys,

I think it's a good idea to start a build thread here, or rather a restoration thread.

If I'm wrong and it's not interesting or this is the wrong place the thread will just disappear into oblivion or could be deleted.

I'm supposed to get this Cratoni Maximum fit again.
It's seen a lot, especially in the Alps, but has just been standing around for the last few years. However, it's too good for that and now it should go back on the road.

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I haven't been able to find a frame number on the bike yet and can only guess at the year of manufacture. My guess is 1990.

The Dura Ace RD 7402 rear derailleur and the Dura Ace BR 7403 rim brakes are from 1990 so 1990 is a correct guess.

 

[georges1]

Very nice bike have it restored and enjoy it