Great explanation. Thanks a lot for sharing. eBay is the best way to reel in a good buyer this niche. There's only so many of us freaks for touring bikes out there. Yes they can reel in 2k but it's like the wrist watch market. Color, pedigree, and features make or break the deal. Personally I think a lot of the value this bike has is in it's complete original build and patina but for bigger audience value I'm worried it's not as financially valuable as just parts.
G’day Aaron, Australia had its own version, the Gemini World Randonneur, legend has it, Sydney uni students in the 70’s were looking for a bike to cart there books etc around. Originally made in Sydney then in Japan. I have an early 80’s, beautiful to ride.. now I think it’s marketed as the Vivanti??
Great explanation. Thanks a lot for sharing. eBay is the best way to reel in a good buyer this niche. There's only so many of us freaks for touring bikes out there. Yes they can reel in 2k but it's like the wrist watch market. Color, pedigree, and features make or break the deal. Personally I think a lot of the value this bike has is in it's complete original build and patina but for bigger audience value I'm worried it's not as financially valuable as just parts.
G’day Aaron, Australia had its own version, the Gemini World Randonneur, legend has it, Sydney uni students in the 70’s were looking for a bike to cart there books etc around. Originally made in Sydney then in Japan. I have an early 80’s, beautiful to ride.. now I think it’s marketed as the Vivanti??
Thanks for the info
That back fender is drunk.