1991 Grove Innovations X build thread

[racecarjohnny]

Something about Bill Grove bikes. Last fall I purchased this frame from Martin at Second Spin cycles in the US. Frame is in great shape with all original paint/decals. He had the hammer head bars, hardcore fork and hot rod cranks painted to match the original red metallic/black splatter. Size M. I build it up from there with mainly xt m730 & m737. Will add the details. Here are some pics.

 

[racecarjohnny]

First ride today.

 

[raidan73]

That's a beauty. I think I nearly bought that one before it was repainted. Will the back tyre drag on a bottle in that rear facing cage?

 

[racecarjohnny]

That's a beauty. I think I nearly bought that one before it was repainted. Will the back tyre drag on a bottle in that rear facing cage?

Its funny that you ask. I tried really hard to get everything set far enough back that it did not rub and I just could not make it fit without rubbing a little. The painted bottle cages are so cool I that I wanted to leave it on even if I can't use it.

 

[markoc]

That really is a thing of beauty - and a new one for me Those forks look fab, any more pics of the bar/stem combo as it's amazing!

 

[racecarjohnny]

That really is a thing of beauty - and a new one for me Those forks look fab, any more pics of the bar/stem combo as it's amazing!

 

[Mod-Master]

Matching bottle cages look ace

And so does the paintjob of course!

 

[br0qn]

That thing is wild! How was the ride?

 

[racecarjohnny]

That thing is wild! How was the ride?

It’s really fun to ride. Comfortable & sturdy.

 

[Frankenorange]

That looks amazing. I love how the thread starts with a bit of text and some b&w pics all sort of casual like....and then BOOM!