Recent content by Colchester51

So Sorry all I can do is put it down to my age

Thank you for your reply Markoc said the frame dates to 1989 and the rear disc mount is original. The frame will be sandblasted tomorrow and painted soon after. Best wishes John.

Hello Can I say how much I enjoyed the information and the experience of Orange bicycles. Today I took it to Black Cat restorations, based near Tuxford Notts. Stuart who owns the business is working on six down hill world championship bikes with the most beautiful Suntour forks. I discussed the...

Thank you once again for your help. I am 73 and intend to really make this bicycle frame special. Would the original finish be powder coated or spray?,the decals were applied on top of the paint finish. And you finish the bike in original finish or orange or red. This is my tenth bike.

Hello And thank you for your reply. The frame height is 14 3/8 inches is this a standard size?

Hello Thank you for pointing out my typing error, you are right It is a Orange P7 frame.

Just acquired this frame which needs sand blasting and painting. Most of the decals are present although scratched. I am not sure about the rear disc holder, as it looks like a later addition.

I have seen a Pro carbon and wonder if it is safe to ride after nearly 30 years old? Will the adhesive still hold the carbon fibre tubes to the aluminium lugs. If any member has one of these frames then I would like to hear from them.