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Ebykr celebrates classic and vintage lightweight bicycles through provocative imagery and opinion. Ride along with us.
Source: bulgier.net (Mark Bulgier's catalog archive), scans by Nick Ozerov, posted in 2010; enlarged for Ebykr.
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Page 16| Marque | Motobecane |
|---|---|
| Type | Catalog |
| Year | 1982 |
| Publisher | Motobécane |
| Country | France |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 16 |
| Source | bulgier.net (Mark Bulgier's catalog archive), scans by Nick Ozerov, posted in 2010; enlarged for Ebykr. |
| Credit | Ebykr archive |
| Identifier | Permalink http://bulgier.net/pics/bike/Catalogs/Motobecane/82/ |
| Transcription | Transcribed by eye |
Experience the difference- MOTOBECANE MIRAGE SPORT INEXTERNAL™ BRAZING: Unlike the conventional method that only brazes frame tubes externally, Motobecane's exclusive INEXTERNAL™ BRAZING manufacturing process brazes frame tubes internally and externally. The result is a more rigid and stronger frame. CONVENTIONAL INEXTERNAL ACCU-HEIGHT™ SEAT POST BINDER: An effortless turn of an allen wrench lets you raise, …
— Page 1 (front cover) —
Experience the difference-
MOTOBECANE
[Front cover with the heading “Experience the difference-” over a black and white photograph of a road bicycle standing on a rocky lunar landscape under a starry sky with a planet. A white panel at the lower right holds the Motobecane M crest and logotype.]
— Page 2 (inside front cover) —
MIRAGE SPORT
INEXTERNAL™ BRAZING:
Unlike the conventional method that only brazes frame tubes externally, Motobecane’s exclusive INEXTERNAL™ BRAZING manufacturing process brazes frame tubes internally and externally. The result is a more rigid and stronger frame.
CONVENTIONAL
INEXTERNAL
ACCU-HEIGHT™ SEAT POST BINDER:
An effortless turn of an allen wrench lets you raise, lower and safely secure your seat post without friction, thanks to Motobecane’s ACCU-HEIGHT™ adjustable seat post binder. The new seat post binder is aerodynamically designed and positioned behind the seat tube.
MAXIMUM STRENGTH REAR TRIANGLE:
Assuring a rear triangle and overall frame design with optimum weight/rigidity ratio, Motobecane double tapers its seat stays — and aerodynamically positions them behind the seat tube. The result is a stiffer rear frame triangle and tubing thickness where it counts — at the rear brake bridge mounts.
FORGED VERTICAL REAR DROPOUTS:
Motobecane’s vertical rear dropouts lets you remove or install a rear wheel without a wheel alignment adjustment.
DISTINCTIVE IN DESIGN AND RESPONSIVE IN PERFORMANCE
THE VERSATILE MIRAGE IS AN UNBEATABLE VALUE.
[A black and white inside cover with four ruled boxes headed Inexternal brazing, Accu-Height seat post binder, Maximum strength rear triangle and Forged vertical rear dropouts, each with a small drawing, beside a large photograph of the front wheel and fork of a Mirage Sport bicycle. The “TM” marks are set as small raised letters in the print.]
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NOMADE I
Ideal for anyone who wants reliable, enjoyable transportation at a very modest price, NOMADE I is made to Motobecane’s exacting specifications to ensure a clean, rewarding ride. Smooth-shifting HURET ECO derailleur makes gear changes a breeze while the padded touring saddle absorbs the road’s rough spots. DIA-COMPE alloy side-pull brakes have safety levers for a good grip and a sure stop — just some of the fine components that make riding a NOMADE I sheer pleasure. Available in Royal Blue and Black.
NOMADE II
A quality lightweight that’s attractive in price as well as in styling, NOMADE II is distinguished by its superior paint finish, chrome plated fork, clean lug-work and expert brazing — clearly the influence of French design. Popular components like DIA-COMPE alloy center-pull brakes with quick release levers, MAILLARD alloy hubs with front quick release, SUN TOUR GT derailleur for crisp, accurate shifting put NOMADE II way ahead for solid handling and responsive riding. Available in Royal Blue and Champagne Gold.
[The Nomade I and Nomade II bicycles in black and white studio photographs with a description of each, two photographs of smaller step-through frames and small detail photographs of a rear wheel with its derailleur and of a hub with spokes.]
— Page 4 —
RANDONNEE
Top-notch componentry and quality craftsmanship make this 12-speed an excellent choice for reliable, affordable cycling. Sophisticated French equipment includes HURET RIVAL derailleur, NORMANDY alloy hubs and MAILLARD freewheel. The fork crown is “micro-fused” and the fully-forged front and rear tips provide greater strength and handling stability. Weekends will never be the same once you’ve experienced the smooth comfortable ride of the RANDONNEE. Available in Ivory and Silver Grey.
[The Randonnee bicycle in a large black and white studio photograph with its description at the upper left, a smaller photograph of a step-through frame and two detail photographs of a rear wheel with its derailleur and of a crankset.]
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SUPER MIRAGE
An attractive versatile 12-speed that’s ideal for the Sunday spin as well as the occasional long tour. We’ve selected among the world’s best for the componentry including WEINMANN VAINQUEUR brakes. SUN TOUR VX-GT derailleur. WEINMANN A256 rims, SR stem and seat post. For a stable, responsive ride, the SUPER MIRAGE outperforms any bike in its class. Available in Brilliant Blue and Inferno Red.
[The Super Mirage bicycle in a large black and white studio photograph with its description at the upper right, a smaller framed photograph of the whole bicycle and a detail photograph of a rear wheel with its derailleur.]
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GRAND TOURING
Serious bicycle travelers demand the kind of durability, dependability and sturdy workmanship invested in this touring machine. The lightweight frame of VITUS 888 tubing is constructed with state-of-the-art technology to insure lasting strength and steady tracking. Extended oval chainstays allow the addition of rear fenders for increased comfort in wet-weather riding. The DUOPAR derailleur has wide range 18-speed gearing to tame any terrain. Componentry like the STRONGLIGHT 99 forged crankset and MAILLARD RA 500 pedals put this model on a new plateau. Available in Gun Metal Grey and New Blue.
[The Grand Touring bicycle in a large color studio photograph on a dark ground with its description at the upper left, two detail photographs of a rear derailleur with a freewheel and of a crankset, and a photograph of a blue step-through frame. A blank white rectangle sits at the right edge.]
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GRAND JUBILEE
A top of the line touring bike that guarantees miles of smooth cycling. The strong, resilient frame of VITUS 172 double-butted tubing sports a longer wheelbase and extended fork rake to provide for superior handling. The Anatomique suede top seat cushions the road for comfort over the long haul. MOTOBECANE SIMPLEX 610 GT/SP derailleur, NERVAR 1020 forged crankset and MAFAC Competition center-pull brakes with wheel guides are just some of the high performance componentry. So pile on the panniers and pedal with pleasure — GRAND JUBILEE is the best route for long distance touring. Available in Night Blue, Black and Brilliant Blue.
[The Grand Jubilee bicycle in a large studio photograph on a dark ground, with a smaller photograph of a lower-framed version and a close-up of the crankset, chainrings and front derailleur, beside its description.]
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METROPOLIS
From rough country roads to pothole-pitted city streets, METROPOLIS is built to take it all. The durable 3-speed commuter with pre-select gear choice is reliable transportation at a very affordable price. A convenient rear carrier holds the totables while traditional upright handlebars with soft grips and spring padded saddle cushion the ride for extra comfort. Light set not included. Available in Silver Grey. Men’s style also.
EQUIPE PRO
The bike for future champions in the same dynamic styling as the bike our world class racing team rides. At 26 lbs., this is the lightweight of junior bikes with a wide range of gearing that helps younger or smaller cyclists keep pace with adults on extended rides. Dual-position safety brake levers assure smaller hands a good grip and a firm stop when WEINMANN 730 side-pull brakes. Available in Night Blue. Ladies style also.
NOBLY
Lightweight and stylish, this 6-speed commuter is an unrivalled blend of beauty and function. Loaded with the most wanted extras for comfort and safety like a sturdy rear carrier, front and rear safety lights and super-soft cushion grips. Lightweight fenders of advanced design protect rider from rain and road dirt without metallic vibrations and rattling. Available in Night Blue. Men’s style also.
INTERCLUB
A tandem beauty for sociable riders, the INTERCLUB 818 offers an unbeatable combination of restrained price and quality workmanship. Selected componentry includes SUN TOUR VXGT derailleur, Anatomique seats, HUTCHINSON tires and WEINMANN concave alloy rims. Special dual rear wheel braking system sports WEINMANN 610 caliper and atom drum brake. Available in New Blue.
[Four bicycles in dark-ground studio photographs in four panels, each under its name and description: the Metropolis, the Equipe Pro, the Nobly and the Interclub tandem.]
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MIRAGE SPORT
In the tradition of respected names — the MIRAGE legacy continues . . .
The latest in a proud lineage — the MIRAGE SPORT —
for recreation, touring or sport.
Its heritage is the frame —
■ Now made lighter, more durable through Motobecane’s exclusive process of interior and exterior fusion called INEXTERNAL™ BRAZING.
■ Seat stays are double-tapered for a stiffer rear frame triangle.
— the result is a strong and very rigid frame for a solid, responsive ride.
Its heritage is careful attention to detail —
■ Vertical rear dropouts that allow rapid removal and/or installation of the rear wheel.
■ Patented ACCU-HEIGHT™ quick adjust seat post binder aerodynamically designed and positioned behind the seat tube. Just a turn of an allen wrench permits effortless and rapid seat post adjustment.
■ Brazed-on down tube shifter bosses and bottle cage fixture bosses.
Its heritage is alloy equipment — that looks sharp, performs beautifully and keeps weight to a mere 25.7 lbs. —
■ MAILLARD ATOM SPORT hubs with quick release
■ MAILLARD RA 500 pedals
■ WEINMANN S571 rims
■ SR stem with recessed allen bolt
■ WEINMANN 501 side-pull brakes with quick release
■ MOTOBECANE-HURET RIVAL derailleur
Its heritage is attractive styling — like the rear brake cable aerodynamically routed through the top tube. Sleek and trim, the MIRAGE SPORT is available in exciting new colors like Burgundy, Silver and New Blue.
ALSO AVAILABLE IN LADIES[?] MODEL [illegible]
[The Mirage Sport page: a rear wheel, crankset and part of the frame in a dark-ground photograph beside bulleted text on the frame, detail, alloy equipment and styling. The italic line at the foot fades into the dark ground and its end cannot be read.]
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PROFIL
Aerodynamically designed, the PROFIL is the bike of the future at a realistic price. Tested in Motobecane’s wind tunnel, the clean trim lines minimize wind resistance for top speed and efficient air penetration. Sleek and streamlined, rear brake cable runs inside the AERO 2040 oval tubing. The best of the world’s technology is combined in the geometric precision of its French frame and high quality Japanese componentry — all SHIMANO ADAMAS AX. Available in Inferno Red.
[The Profil bicycle in red in a large studio photograph on a dark ground, with three close-up photographs above it of the rear brake, the down tube with a water bottle and the handlebar and head tube, beside its description.]
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JUBILEE SPORT
Designed for the new converts to the cycling lifestyle, this model is sprightly, responsive and emminently affordable. Racers will find in the frisky JUBILEE SPORT the perfect introduction to a lifetime of competitive riding. This model features WEINMANN 506 brakes with racing drilled levers, SUN TOUR “Black Line” derailleur, SHIMANO 400 hubs with quick release and weighs only 23.7 lbs. Available in Gun Metal Grey and Turquoise.
[The Jubilee Sport bicycle in a large studio photograph on a dark ground, with two close-up photographs above it of the rear derailleur and the crankset, beside its description.]
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MOTOBECANE’S RACING SERIES—
For World Championship Performance
Serious racers know the advantage of French expertise in cycling. They also know that Motobecane is unrivalled in technology, design innovation and world class racing experience.
Uncompromising in componentry and design, we know what works for champion racers in all-out competition and it shows. Ask Alain Bondue, ’81 World Pursuit Champion or Robert Alban, first place in the mountainous Thonon-Les-Bains stage of the ’81 Tour de France in the French Alps.
There’s no better-proven racing cycles available in the U.S. If you’re serious about winning, you owe it to yourself to have the Motobecane advantage.
We know what it takes to win
and every Motobecane bicycle has it.
GRAND RECORD
At only 22.9 lbs., a true performance bicycle with the competitive spirit. All French from its VITUS 172 double-butted frame down to MICHELIN BIB TS 20 tires, the GRAND RECORD sports outstanding componentry like the MOTOBECANE SIMPLEX 6000 derailleur, NERVAR 2020 forged crankset and MAILLARD HELICOMATIC hub. The superior Helicomatic system allows fast and easy removal of the freewheel leaving quick release unit intact and properly adjusted. Available in Brilliant Black.
PROLIGHT
This innovative featherweight combines state-of-the-art technology and beauty at the weight of only 19.8 lbs. Featuring an anodized light alloy frame and fork of DURALINOX VITUS 979 the PROLIGHT’s high strength and “well-damped” frame layout afford arrow straight tracking and a stable, comfortable ride over bumps. Available in anodized Blue 979.
[The Grand Record bicycle in a studio photograph at the upper left, a light blue panel headed Motobecane’s Racing Series at the upper right, and the Prolight bicycle in a studio photograph at the lower right, with the Grand Record and Prolight descriptions on white at the left.]
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Robert ALBAN
Pro team LA REDOUTE-MOTOBECANE
Wins on Team Champion
TEAM CHAMPION
The ultimate — the bike of world class champions. This is the bike that Robert Alban, third in the ’81 Tour de France and Alain Bondue, ’81 World Pursuit Champion rode to victory in the most grueling cycling races in Europe. Every Team Champion is identical in componentry and design and comes from the very same workshop and craftsmen as the bicycles created for the Motobecane/La Redoute professional racing team. At 19.4 lbs., available in Night Blue.
LE CHAMPION
Fully CAMPAGNOLO equipped down to its SUPER RECORD crankset, LE CHAMPION performs as beautifully as it looks. ALL COLOMBUS SL tubing is geometrically designed for corner maneuverability and exceptional performance in intense sprints. A finely-tuned machine, LE CHAMPION is the choice of serious competitors who value the best. At 21.6 lbs. Available in Avocado or Gun Metal Grey.
[The Team Champion and Le Champion bicycles in studio photographs on dark grounds, with a color photograph of a racing cyclist in a team jersey on a bicycle on a light blue ground, captioned Robert Alban, and the two descriptions on white.]
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MOTOBECANE 1982
| | COSMETICS | FRAME | FRAME SIZES/COLOR | FORK | HEADSET | HANDLEBAR | STEM
TOURING | NOMADE I 10 speed | hand pinstriped front lugs, seat tube rings, traditional head tube nameplate | 2040 tubing, fully lugged, tapered seat stays | Men’s: 19½”, 21″, 23″, 25″ Ladies: 19½”, Mixte Royal Blue, Black | shouldered crown, 28 x 19 blades, forged like tips | notched, chrome-plated | chromed randonneur bend, plastic tape | SR alloy stem, recessed allen bolt
| NOMADE II 10 speed | hand pinstriped front lugs, contrasted head tube, seat tube rings, traditional head tube nameplate | 2040 tubing, fully lugged, tapered seat stays, forged like rear tips | Men’s: 19½”, 21″, 23″, 25″ Ladies: 19½”, 21″, Mixte Royal Blue, Champagne Gold | drop shoulder crown, 29 x 16 blades, Italian style, chrome plating, forged like tips | notched, chrome-plated | chromed randonneur bend, cotton tape | SR alloy stem, recessed allen bolt
| RANDONNEE 12 speed | hand pinstriped front lugs, fork blades, contrasted head tube, seat tube rings, traditional head tube nameplate | 2040 tubing, fully lugged, tapered seat stays, forged like rear tips | Men’s: 19½”, 21″, 23″, 25″, Ladies: 19½”, 21″, Mixte Ivory, Silver Grey | drop shoulder crown, 29 x 16 blades, Italian style, chrome plating, semi forged tips | notched, chrome-plated | chromed randonneur bend, cotton tape | SR alloy stem, recessed allen bolt
| SUPER MIRAGE 12 speed | hand pinstriped front lugs, fork crown, fork blades, seat tube rings, contrasted head tube, traditional head tube nameplate | 2040 tubing, fully lugged, seat stays Ø 16, curved tops, MB tips with wheel positioners, chain rest | Men’s: 19½”, 21″, 23″, 25″, Ladies: 19½”, 21″, Mixte, Y-shape Brilliant Blue, Inferno Red Black | forged delta crown, 29 x 16 blades, Italian style, chrome plating, semi forged tips | classical type, chrome-plated | MOTOBECANE alloy randonneur bend, MOTOBECANE soft sleeves w/lever hoods | SR alloy stem, recessed allen bolt
| GRAND TOURING 18 speed | hand pinstriped front lugs, fork crown, fork blades, seat tube rings, seat tube lugs, contrasted head tube, traditional head tube nameplate | VITUS 888 Tubing, fully lugged, seat stays Ø 16, oval chain stays, brazed-on bottle cage bosses, chain rest, Huret forged tips | Men’s: 19½”, 21″, 23″, 25″ Ladies: 19½”, Mixte, Y-shape Gun Metal Grey, New Blue | forged delta crown, VITUS 888 blades 29 x 16, Italian style, chrome plating, semi forged tips | classical type, chrome-plated | MOTOBECANE alloy randonneur bend, MOTOBECANE soft sleeves w/lever hoods | SR alloy stem, recessed allen bolt
| GRAND JUBILEE 12 speed | hand pinstriped, front lugs, fork crown, fork blades, rear seat stays, rear chain stays, contrasted head tube, traditional head tube nameplate | VITUS 172 Double butted tubing, seat stays Ø 16, brazed-on bottle cage bosses, Huret forged tips, chainrest | Men’s: 19½”, 21″, 23″, 25″ Ladies: 19½”, Mixte, Y-shape Night Blue, Black, Brilliant Blue | contoured forged delta crown, VITUS 172 blades 29 x 16, forged tips, Italian style chrome plating | MOTOBECANE black | MOTOBECANE alloy randonneur bend, MOTOBECANE soft sleeves w/lever hoods | SR CUSTOM stem, recessed allen bolt
COMMUTER | METROPOLIS 3 speed | hand pinstriped front lugs, seat tube rings, traditional head tube nameplate | 2040 tubing, fully lugged, tapered seat stays | Men’s: 19½”, 21″, 23″, 25″ Ladies: 19½”, 21″, Mixte Silver Grey | shouldered crown, 29 x 16 blades | notched, chrome-plated | SR NR-S chrome plated flat type w/soft grips | SR alloy stem, recessed allen bolt
| NOBLY 6 speed | hand pinstriped, front lugs, seat tube rings, traditional head tube nameplate | 2040 tubing, fully lugged, seat stays Ø 12, MB tips w/wheel positioners | Men’s: 19½”, 21″, 23″25″ Ladies: 19½”, 21″ Night Blue | drop shoulder crown, 28 x 19 blades | classical type, chrome-plated | SR NL 90, alloy, flat type handlebar w/soft grips | SR alloy stem, recessed allen bolt
CUSTOM | EQUIPE PRO 10 speed | Team graphics | 2040 Tubing, brazed-on cable guides, pump fittings | Boys: 18½” Girls: 16½” Night Blue | shouldered crown, fully chromed fork | notched, chrome plated | chromed racing, plastic tape | ATAX alloy
| INTERCLUB 10 speed | Motobecane trim | 2040 Tandem gauge tubing | Men’s: Front 22″, Rear 20½” New Blue | MOTOBECANE tandem gauge | Bardon Tandem | alloy bars front and rear | SR alloy front, ATAX alloy rear
SPORT | MIRAGE SPORT 12 speed | sport trim, gold lettering | 2040 sport frame, INEXTERNAL brazing, double tapered seat stays, brazed-on bottle cage bosses | Men’s: 19½”, 21″, 23″, 25 Ladies: 19½”, 21″ Burgundy, New Blue, Silver | drop shoulder crown, 28 x 19 blades | classical type, chrome-plated | MOTOBECANE alloy racing, MOTOBECANE soft sleeves w/lever hoods | SR alloy stem, recessed allen bolt
| PROFIL 12 speed | Special AERO | 2040 aero tubing | Men’s: 21″, 23″ Inferno Red | Sloping fork crown, 28 x 19 blades, MOTOBECANE tips | MOTOBECANE, Chrome plated | MOTOBECANE alloy racing, AERO lever hoods | ATAX alloy stem, recessed allen bolt
| JUBILEE SPORT 12 speed | sport trim | VITUS 888 tubing, fully lugged, seat stays Ø 13, oval chain stays, Huret forged tips, brazed-on bottle cage bosses, chainrest | Men’s: 19½”, 21″, 23″, 25″ Gun Metal Grey, Turquoise | PRECIMA crown, VITUS 888 blades 28 x 19 | MOTOBECANE black | MOTOBECANE alloy racing, MOTOBECANE soft sleeves w/lever hoods | SR alloy stem, recessed allen bolt
RACING | GRAND RECORD 12 speed | team trim, gold lettering | VITUS 172 Double butted tubing, double tapered seat stays, Huret forged tips, brazed-on bottle cage bosses | Men’s: 21″, 23″, 24″, 25″ Brilliant Black | Italian style forged crown, VITUS 172 blades 28 x 19, Huret forged tips, fork fully chromed | STRONGLIGHT V4 | BELLERI 2016, anodized, MOTOBECANE soft sleeves w/lever hoods | BELLERI PROFESSIONAL
| LE CHAMPION 12 speed | team trim, gold lettering | COLOMBUS SL Double butted tubing, double tapered seat stays, CAMPAGNOLO short tips, brazed-on bottle cage bosses | Men’s: 21″, 22″, 23″, 24″, 25″ Gun Metal Grey | Italian style forged crown, COLUMBUS SL steering tube and blades 28 x 19, CAMPAGOLO chromed tips | CAMPAGNOLO RECORD | PHILIPPE PROFESSIONAL Anodized, leather tape, CAMPAGNOLO lever hoods | PHILIPPE PROFESSIONAL
| PROLIGHT 14 speed | Special BADOR | DURALINOX VITUS 979 anodized, with cast alloy lugs | Men’s: 21″, 22″, 23″, 24″ Blue 979 | DURALINOX VITUS 979, anodized | OFMEGA CX | BELLERI 2016, anodized, MOTOBECANE soft sleeves w/lever hoods. | BELLERI PROFESSIONAL
| TEAM CHAMPION 12 speed | Team graphics | COLOMBUS SL Double butted tubing, 4 extra light BOCAMA lugs, CINELLI incast bottom bracket shell, SIMPLEX short forged tips, chain and seat stays fully chromed | Men’s: 21″, 22″, 23″, 24″, 25″ Night Blue | ARCOR in-cast crown, COLUMBUS SL steering tube and blades 28 x 19, SIMPLEX forged tips, wood insert, fork fully chromed | STRONGLIGHT D8 | CINELLI GIRO D’ITALIA, MOTOBECANE white cushioned tape w/lever hoods | CINELLI RECORD NO. 1
[The first specification page of a catalog headed MOTOBECANE 1982: a table with one row for each of 18 models from Nomade I to Team Champion, set under seven column headings from Cosmetics to Stem, with a speed count under each model name. Vertical letters down the left edge name the groups Touring, Commuter, Custom, Sport and Racing, and each group label is placed on the first row of its group; the lower rows sit on a gray halftone ground. The table runs to the right edge of the page at the Stem column, and the page is a photocopy with some soft figures.]
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| BRAKES | DERAILLEUR | CLUSTER/CHAIN | CRANKSET | PEDALS | RIMS/TIRES | HUBS | SADDLE/EQUIPMENT | WEIGHT
NOMADE I 10 speed | DIA COMPE alloy side pull, alloy safety levers | HURET ECO (rear), CLUB (front), stem shifters | MAILLARD, 5 cogs, 14/17/22/26/30 — black | MIC cotterless alloy crank, 40 x 52 chainwheel | HTI 792 chrome plated racing type w/reflectors | 27 x 1¼ rims, CHENG SHIN 27 x 1-1/8 HP. gumwall tires | small flange w/allen nuts, front and rear | touring, chrome-plated seat post | 32.5 lbs.
NOMADE II 10 speed | DIA COMPE alloy center pull, alloy safety levers w/quick release | SUN TOUR Honor GT (rear), SPIRT (front), UB 10 stem shifters | SUN TOUR, 5 cogs, 14/17/22/26/30 — black | SR SN5DX cotterless alloy crank, 40 x 52 chainwheel | HTI 792 chrome plated racing type w/reflectors | 27 x 1¼ rims, CHENG SHIN 27 x 1-1/8 H.P. gumwall tires | MAILLARD ATOM SPORT w/quick release front MAILLARD ATOM rear | touring, chrome-plated seat post, allen binder bolt | 31.2 lbs.
RANDONNEE 12 speed | DIA COMPE alloy center pull, alloy safety levers w/quick release, w/lever hoods | MOTOBECANE HURET RIVAL (front & rear), downtube shifters | MAILLARD, 6 cogs, 14/16/19/21/25/30 — black | SR SN5DXAL cotterless alloy crank, 40 x 52 alloy chainwheel, alloy chain guard | HTI 792 chrome plated racing type w/reflectors | ARAYA 16A, 27 x 1¼ alloy rims, CHENG SHIN 27 x 1-1/8 H.P. gumwall tires | MAILLARD NORMANDY SPORT w/quick release front MAILLARD NORMANDY rear | ANATOMIQUE, chrome-plated seat post, allen binder bolt | 28.3 lbs.
SUPER MIRAGE 12 speed | WEINMANN VAINQUEUR center pull with safety levers and quick release | SUN TOUR VXGT (rear), COMPE V (front), VX (LD 1900) downtube shifters | SUN TOUR PERFECT, 6 cogs, 14/17/20/23/28/32 — Sedisport | SR SN5DX cotterless alloy crank, 40 x 52 chainwheel with built-in alloy chain guard. | LYOTARD racing type w/reflectors | WEINMANN A 256 [?] alloy rims, spoke protector, MICHELIN BIB 25, 27 x 1 tires | MAILLARD NORMANDY w/quick release front, MAILLARD ATOM SPORT w/quick release, rear | ANATOMIQUE, leather like, CTP6 alloy seat post, allen binder bolt, Ladies: LADY ANATOMIQUE | 27.7 lbs.
GRAND TOURING 18 speed | WEINMANN VAINQUEUR, center pull, drilled levers, with quick release, w/recessed front nut, self adjust cable stop | HURET DUOPAR ECO (rear), CHALLENGER S (front), downtube ratchet shifters | MAILLARD, 6 cogs, 14/17/21/24/28/34 — Sedisport | STRONGLIGHT 99 forged alloy cotterless crank, 36 x 47 x 52 alloy chainwheel | MAILLARD RA 500 alloy racing type w/reflectors | WEINMANN A 124 CONCAVE alloy rims, spoke protector, MICHELIN 27 x 1¼ H.P. tires | MAILLARD NORMANDY SPORT, front & rear w/quick release | ANATOMIQUE suede top, CTP6 alloy seat post, allen binder bolt | 26.2 lbs.
GRAND JUBILEE 12 speed | MAFAC competition center pull w/wheel guide, racing drilled levers, recessed front nut | MOTOBECANE SIMPLEX-SX 610 GT/SP (front and rear) downtube ratchet shifters | MAILLARD, 6 cogs, 14/17/20/23/27/32 — Sedisport | NERVAR 1020 forged alloy cotterless crank, 40 x 52 alloy chainwheel | SR SP 100 AL w/reflectors, toe clips and straps | RIGIDA 13/20 alloy rims, spoke protector, MICHELIN ELAN 27 x 1 H.P. gumwall tires | MAILLARD NORMANDY w/quick release, front & rear | ANATOMIQUE suede top, CTP5 alloy seat post, allen binder bolt | 25.1 lbs.
METROPOLIS 3 speed | CS side pull, alloy levers | SHIMANO 3 speed hub, handlebar controls | 18 teeth — black, full cover chainguard | SR SNS, alloy cotterless crank, 48 tooth chainwheel | HTI 791 chrome plated w/rubber pads and reflectors | chrome plated 27 x 1¼ rims, CHENG SHIN C78 H.P. gumwall tires | SHIMANO 3 speed rear, small flange front w/allen nuts | TOURISTE spring padded, chrome-plated seat post, allen binder bolt, kick stand, alloy rear carrier | 29.8 lbs.
NOBLY 6 speed | WEINMANN side pull, alloy levers | MOTOBECANE-HURET RIVAL ratchet stem shifters | MAILLARD, 6 cogs, 14/17/20/23/26/28 — Sedisport, full cover chainguard | SR SNS, alloy cotterless crank, 48 tooth chainwheel | HTI 791 chrome plated w/rubber pads and reflectors | WEINMANN S571 alloy 27 x 1¼ rims, spoke protector, MICHELIN 27 x 1¼ CLUB TOURIST H.P. gumwall tires | MAILLARD small flange w/allen nuts front & rear | TOURISTE ANATOMIQUE, alloy seat post, allen binder bolt, front and rear generator lighting system, ESGE alloy kickstand, alloy rear carrier | 28.4 lbs.
EQUIPE PRO 10 speed | WEINMANN 730, alloy side pull, safety levers | HURET ECO (front and rear), downtube shifters | MAILLARD, 5 cogs, 14/16/18/20/22 | steel cottered crank, 38 x 46 chainwheel | LYOTARD chrome plated racing type w/reflectors | RIGIDA chrome plated 600A, Hutchinson 600 x 28 gumwall tires | MAILLARD alloy rear, chrome plated front | MOTOBECANE Junior white, frame fit pump, w/bell | 24.1 lbs.
INTERCLUB 10 speed | MAFAC cantilever front, WEINMANN 610 and ATOM drum rear | SUN TOUR VXGT (rear), COMPE V (front), shifters brazed on intermediate tubes | SUN TOUR PERFECT, 5 cogs 14/17/22/27/32 | TA CYCLO TOURIST, 30 tooth alloy front chainwheel, 40 x 52 alloy rear chainwheel | ATOM 440 pedals w/reflectors | WEINMANN A 124 concave alloy 27 x 1¼ rims, HUTCHINSON 27 x 1¼ H.P. gumwall tires | ATOM 40 holes rear, 36 holes front | ANATOMIQUE, leather like, alloy seat posts, tool kit | 45.5 lbs.
MIRAGE SPORT 12 speed | WEINMANN 501 side pull, racing drilled levers, w/recessed front nut | MOTOBECANE-HURET RIVAL (front & rear), downtube shifters | MAILLARD, 6 cogs 14/17/20/23/26/28 — Sedisport | SR custom CTC 5DRG cotterless alloy crank, 40 x 52 chainwheel | MAILLARD RA 500 alloy racing type w/reflectors | WEINMANN S571 alloy 27 x 1¼ rims, MICHELIN 27 x 1 BIB SPORT H.P. gumwall tires | MAILLARD ATOM SPORT w/quick release, front & rear | ANATOMIQUE, leather like, alloy seat post, ACCU-HEIGHT binder bolt, Ladies: LADY ANATOMIQUE | 25.7 lbs.
PROFIL 12 speed | ADAMAS AX, AERO-DYNAMIC, powerpull brakes | HURET AERO (front & rear), downtube brazed-on shifters | SHIMANO, 6 cogs, 13/14/16/18/20/22 — Uniglide | ADAMAS AX AERODYNAMIC cotterless alloy crank, 42 x 52 alloy chainwheel | ADAMAS AX-AERODYNAMIC w/reflectors, toe clips and straps | WEINMANN A 125 SPRINT alloy rims, HUTCHINSON 700C H.P. gumwall tires | ADAMAS AX w/quick release, front & rear | PULLMAN padded racing saddle, aerodynamic seat post, allen binder bolt, aerodynamic water bottle and cage | 26.1 lbs.
JUBILEE SPORT 12 speed | WEINMANN 506 side pull w/wheel guide, racing drilled levers, w/recessed front nut | SUN TOUR BLACK LINE (front & rear), downtube brazed-on shifters | SHIMANO 400, 6 cogs, 14/16/19/22/25/28 — Sedisport or Uniglide | SR Custom CT5 LA AH forged alloy cotterless crank, 42 x 52 alloy chainwheel | SR SP 150 alloy racing type w/reflectors, toe clips and straps | RIGIDA 13/20 alloy rims, HURET spoke protector, MICHELIN ELAN 27 x 1 H.P. gumwall tires | SHIMANO 400 w/quick release, front & rear | racing suede top, CTP6 alloy seat post, allen binder bolt | 23.7 lbs.
GRAND RECORD 12 speed | WEINMANN 405 side pull w/wheel guide, racing drilled levers, w/recessed nut, front & rear | MOTOBECANE SIMPLEX-SX 610 SP (rear), SJA 102 (front), downtube brazed-on shifters | MAILLARD HELICOMATIC 600H, 6 cogs, 13/15/17/19/21/25 — Sedisport | NERVAR 2020, 40 x 52 chainwheel, forged alloy | MAILLARD RA 500 alloy racing type w/reflectors, toe clips and straps | RIGIDA 13/20 alloy rims, HURET spoke protector, MICHELIN BIB TS 20 700C tires | MAILLARD HELICO SPORT w/quick release, front & rear | RS PROFIL, skin top, CTP5 alloy seat post, recessed allen binder bolt | 22.9 lbs.
LE CHAMPION 12 speed | CAPAGNOLO RECORD, racing drilled levers, recessed nut, front & rear | CAMPAGNOLO RECORD 1020 (front & rear), downtube brazed-on shifters | ATOM 77, 6 cogs, 13/14/16/18/20/22 — Sedisport | CAMPAGNOLO SUPER RECORD, 42 x 53 chainwheel, forged alloy | CAMPAGNOLO RECORD w/reflectors, CHRISTOPHE toe clips, straps | MAVIC MODULE E, 700C rims, MICHELIN BIB TS20 tires | CAMPAGNOLO RECORD w/quick release, front & rear | RS racing, suede top, CTP5 alloy seat post, allen binder bolt, ZEFAL Z frame fit pump. | 21.6 lbs.
PROLIGHT 14 speed | WEINMANN 405, side pull, racing drilled levers, recessed nut front & rear | MOTOBECANE SIMPLEX 6000 (front & rear), downtube brazed-on shifters | MAILLARD, 7 cogs, 12/13/14/15/16/17/18 — Sedisport | OFMEGA CX, 42 x 52 chainwheel, forged alloy | OFMEGA CX w/reflectors, CHRISTOPHE toe clips, Lapize straps | MAVIC MODULE E2 700C rims, small spoke protector, Clement Super Gentleman tires | OFMEGA CX w/quick release, front and rear | PRO RS suede top, CTP5 alloy seat post, SIMPLEX binder bolt, ZEFAL Z frame fit pump. | 19.8 lbs.
TEAM CHAMPION 12 speed | WEINMANN SUPER CARRERA 400 side pull, racing drilled levers, recessed nut front & rear | MOTOBECANE SIMPLEX 6600 (front & rear), downtube brazed-on shifters | MAILLARD 700 Course racing, 6 cogs, 13/14/15/16/17/18 — Sedisport | STRONGLIGHT 107 SP, 42 x 52 chainwheel, forged alloy | MAILLARD 700, CHRISTOPHE toe clips and straps | MAVIC “SSC” black anodized heat treated rims, stainless steel ACI spokes, chromed nipples, Clement Criterium 12 BIS tubulars | MAILLARD 700 professional w/quick release, front & rear | TURBO white skin top, SIMPLEX alloy seat post, allen binder bolt, TA alloy bottle cage, MOTOBECANE bottle | 19.4 lbs.
[A specification table of 17 models from Nomade I to Team Champion, with columns for brakes, derailleur, cluster and chain, crankset, pedals, rims and tires, hubs, saddle and equipment and weight. The models are Nomade I, Nomade II, Randonnee, Super Mirage, Grand Touring, Grand Jubilee, Metropolis, Nobly, Equipe Pro, Interclub, Mirage Sport, Profil, Jubilee Sport, Grand Record, Le Champion, Prolight and Team Champion. The photocopy has gray bands behind the lower rows, the type is small and some characters are blurred.]
— Page 16 (back cover) —
The Motobecane difference.
Alain Bondue—
1981[?] World Champion
Professional Pursuit
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Extensive research and testing
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Over 50 years of manufacturing expertise
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[The back cover titled The Motobecane difference: a photograph of a track cyclist in a blue jersey on a blue bicycle captioned Alain Bondue, a large line-style drawing of a road bicycle over a mountain scene, and four small photographs captioned as printed, with the Motobecane crest at the lower left and a dealer network statement at the lower right. The last line of the statement is clipped at the bottom edge of the scan.]
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