Gitane Eclair | Newly Added

• Frame Size: 51cm (suitable for rider height of: 154-170cm)
• Gear(s): Simplex / Sachs Huret (2x4)

Description:

This high quality yet elegant Gitane Eclair mixte with gears dates back to the early 1980s. The convenient low top tube and Schwalbe Delta Cruiser tires make this bike ideal for day-to-day usage. The bike is equipped with a quality Simplex / Sachs Huret gear group with 8 gears in total. Low in maintenance since most mechanical parts have been replaced. 

About the brand:

Gitane bikes have been produced since the 1930s. It has become famous as a French racing brand in the 1960s up until the mid 80s. Gitane sponsored some great riders including Jacques Anquetil, Joop Zoetemelk and Bernard Hinault.

Technical specification:

• New Damskø lightweight aluminium wheelset
• New Schwalbe Delta Cruiser 28mm tires
• New KMC Z8.3 chain
• Weinmann brakes with new brake pads
• New Saccon brake levers
  
• New Sunrace 4-speed freewheel
  
• New handlebar tape, white
• New stainless steel cabling
• New Monte Grappa saddle
  

Compatible with the following accessories:

- SKS Raceblade Pro Fender
- Bicycle Lights
- Crane Bell

Condition: All our bikes are carefully inspected, cleaned and greased. The frame has no cracks, no dents and is not bent. Paintwork is original. All parts have been thoroughly checked and where deemed necessary, replaced.