Know anything about this cycle?

You can't read the markings in your picture, it's too grainy/pixelated. Also, what does it say on the derailleurs and cranks?

Repack before you ride it; I've had used bikes far newer than yours, which had dried up grease in the hubs.

At a bare minimum, drip some oil into the wheel, pedal, and fork bearings after wiping away the grit.

Post it over here:

http://www.bikeforums.net/forumdisplay.php?f=181

Bunch of old school afficionados.

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Nope, sorry.

sheldonbrown.com has a section devoted to info on French bikes.

Before you spend any money on it, are you sure the forks aren't a little bent? they look like they might have bumped into something.

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It would make a really cool fixed gear.
You can get into the sport for $600.00 with "up to date" components.
You can then decide if road cycling is for you and not feel the need to upgrade as soon.
Make sure you get fitted. A bad fit will ruin the experience.
The Peugeot looks like it needs a rider of about 6'2" or more.
Before you turn it down you should check to see if it is collectible. If it is, buy it, hang it on the wall, and go buy a new bike.

how do i check if its a collectible?

whats a good price?

THANKS!

If it says PX10, it might be. I don't know about Peugeots, you're probabaly just going to have to find some reference sites or maybe a book unless a Peugeot expert joins our little discussion. I'm telling you, though. Contact Sheldon Brown.

Im pretty sure that's a top of the line shimano suntour group set with peugeot stickers? gotta love the adjustable wheel offset. as for value i wouldent take that bike if you paid me lol. so if its free or maby a carton of beer then cool.

cycle22 said:

here is a picture..

just wondering about the specs and how much it is worth?

Thanks for your help!

I am new and can't wait to get involved!

Late eighties, maybe early nineties - if you read off the frame number from under the bottom bracket I could probably pin it down. Simplex gears rebadged as Peugeot, Mafac brakes, SR or Sugino chainset, Lyotard pedals, SR seat pin, probably Maillard hubs, Weinmann rims? Not worth a lot, unfortunately (top range PX10s go for serious money but most Peugeots don't) but because it appears to be all standard and in reasonable nick - doesn't look like it's been ridden much - probably worth sticking on Ebay and seeing if a collector bites. As someone else said, it's a big frame, maybe 24-25 inches, and unless you're over six foot it'll probably be way too big. Don;t agree that the forks look bent - they look fine.
It's really not a bad bike, just a long way out of date, without being old enough to be really collectable. I'd agree with Mish and say sell it and get something low end but up to date for your first road bike. I'd disagree when he says turn it to a fixie though - it'd be good, but it'd destroy whatever value it has, which comes from being standard and unworn.

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Late eighties, maybe early nineties - ...

OK, I've had bikes the same age as yours, which had dried-up grease. 🙂

cycle22 said:

here is a picture..

just wondering about the specs and how much it is worth?

What does the decal that is located on the upper-side of the downtube near the shifters say? Caroblite?

Was the bike made in France or Canada?

Superficially, the unrefined lugwork & "12 vitesses/(speeds)" label AND lack of a chrome plated fork is actually an indication that it is probably just a bike from the lower end of the intermediate range of Peugeot bikes.

Is it worth keeping and/or upgrading? If the frame fits, I would say 'yes' IF YOU KNOW HOW TO DO THE WORK, YOURSELF; whereas, others might (rightly) suggest otherwise if you have to pay someone to do this-or-that.

Regardless, if the bike takes you were you want to go, it is invaluable.

If you are looking for a buyer, it could be worth a lot to someone how had a bike just like it 20+ years ago ...

But, if you were just trying to sell it to the general public who have no prior or overwhelming interest, I reckon its value is in the $75US-to-$200US range ... it's better than a bike you would buy from WalMart or KMart.

It probably cost the original buyer somewhere between $225US-$300US ... I reckon it dates from the early-to-mid-80s, FWIW.

the red sticker under the top tube on the down tube says mangalite.

cycle22 said:

the red sticker under the top tube on the down tube says mangalite.

Looks like a mid-80s mid to low range Peugeot. Anything 90's would likely have indexed shifting. The condition looks to be pretty good, but since it wasn't a high end bike to start with, it doesn't have much collectors appeal. I would say to lube it up, make sure the wheels are true and that the tires/tubes are good and ride it. It is certainly good enough to ride and get the enjoyment/fitness of cycling with. Do get a helmet if you don't have one.

The advice that says you need an "up-to-date" bike is complete BS. The advice to make sure that it fits properly is very good advice. I rode my 1983 Trek 2500+ miles commuting last year and enjoyed it as much as the miles I put on my more modern CF-framed, Campy 10s equipped road bike.