1978 Mercian Cycles

Bike photo
Serial
26878-2
Manufacturer
Mercian Cycles
Name
Mercian
Year
1978
Primary colors
Blue and White
Frame size
54CM
Frame Material
Steel
Wheel diameter
700 C
Tire width
Narrow tire
Drivetrain
Fixed gear
Distinguishing features
Vintage British bike made in Derby England. Paint scraped bare on top tube near headset, some corrosion on headtube. Original road racer converted to fixed gear

Wheels

Front Hub
105 1990
Front Rim
Black square profile Wolber GR
Rear Rim
Black square profile Wolber GR
Rear Hub
Old style track hub Record
Rear Rim
Gray square profile Open 4CD

Drivetrain and brakes

Front Brake Lever
Vintage style with white brake hood, purchased at Brixton Velodrome swap meet in 2006 105 1980
Rear Brake Lever
Vintage style with white brake hood, purchased at Brixton Velodrome swap meet in 2006 105 1980
Front Brake
Modolo Corsa
Crankset
Original cranks
Chainrings
46 tooth Mighty Competition

Additional parts

Water Bottle Cage
Silver Lightweight Tubular Cage
Stem
Silver quill, hollow recessed bolt
Saddle
Black with two silver ovals on rear sides