1979 Motobecane Super Mirage Road Bike 60cm Large Lugged Chromoly Steel Commuter
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About this product
This is a vintage 1979 Motobecane Super Mirage Road Bike, featuring a large 60cm lugged chromoly steel frame. It's a 12-speed setup (2x6 gears) with a classic drop bar handlebar, 27-inch clincher tires, and caliper side-pull brakes. The bike is multicolor, has no suspension, and uses stem shifters, characteristic of its era. It's a unisex adult model, made in France, weighing 40 lbs, and includes an adjustable seat.
Our take
For the vintage bike enthusiast, this 1979 Motobecane Super Mirage is a true find. The 60cm lugged chromoly steel frame speaks to classic craftsmanship and durability. A 12-speed drivetrain with stem shifters and a 2x6 gear setup provides a nostalgic riding experience, perfect for commuters or casual road cyclists looking for a piece of history. The 27-inch clincher tires and caliper brakes are period-correct. While it lacks modern features like suspension, its charm lies in its authenticity and the robust steel construction from France. At 40 lbs, it’s not a featherlight race machine, but it embodies the solid build of bikes from that era.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Authentic vintage 1979 model
- Durable lugged chromoly steel frame
- Classic 12-speed drivetrain
- Made in France
Cons
- Heavy at 40 lbs
- No suspension
- Older stem shifter style
- Caliper brakes are basic
Specifications
- Handlebar Type Drop Bar
- Wheel Size 27 in
- Number of Gears 2 x 6
- Bike Type Road Bike
- Color Multicolor
- Tire Type Clincher Tires
Show all 24 specifications
- Material
- Steel
- Item Length
- 40 in
- Number of Speeds
- 12 Speed
- Vintage
- Yes
- Brand
- Motobecane
- Department
- Unisex Adult
- Model Year
- 1979
- Brake Type
- Caliper Brake - Side Pull
- Item Height
- 36 in
- Suspension Type
- No Suspension
- Model
- Super Mirage
- Shifter Style
- Stem Shifter
- Features
- Adjustable Seat
- Gear Change Mechanism
- Derailleur Gears
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Width
- 12 in
- Item Weight
- 40 Ib
- Frame Size
- Large
