Classic Road Bike Restoration - MBK Trainer Racing

MBK Trainer Racing

Bike specs:
- Cr-Mo Frameset;
- 28" (700c) wheels;
- Shimano Exage 300EX groupset (2x7 speed)
- Classic Down-Tube Shifters.
- Oval chainrings (Shimano Biopace)

Motobécane stood as one of France's leading bicycle manufacturers, operating under this name from 1923 until 1984. Following this, it transitioned into a division of Yamaha, continuing bicycle production in France under the brand name MBK.

An exemplary specimen of MBK's innovation from the 1990s is the MBK Trainer Classic Road Bicycle. Notable features include a slightly shortened rear triangle with aerodynamically shaped seat stays and a concealed seatpost clamping mechanism integrated into the top tube's 'tail'. The top and down tubes are flattened towards the rear, enhancing the frame's stability.

The popularity of TIG welding in the 1990s facilitated the creation of unconventional frame designs like these. Additionally, bi-colored paint schemes in vibrant hues were all the rage, with Klein being perhaps the most renowned for such finishes. However, MBK demonstrates its prowess with this neon pink and purple masterpiece.

00:00 Intro
00:22 Disassembling
02:00 Assembling
06:32 The final result