Rare & Scarce Bike Parts

Control Tech Stix Stumpy Bar Ends: Short Stubby Version - Vintage 1990's - Black (Near Mint+)

Rare short and stubby version of Control Tech's 1990's bar ends, officially named the Control Stix Stumpy. Condition Near mint or better with very few miles. Only a few very minor marks. Details Black

Tange TG-235 Threaded 1" Headset: 1980's Mid School BMX - Chrome Steel - ISO 27mm (Near Mint++ Low Miles)

This unique headset was very popular in the midschool BMX world circa 1980's Condition Near mint or better lightly used shape. Barely a mark past flange dirt and the slightest wrench marks on the flats. It looks even better in person! Show...

Regina Oro 5 Speed Freewheel: 14-31t Wide Range MTB/Touring - Gold (Near Mint)

Great freewheel for your classic touring bicycle, early mountain bike or klunker, or your race bike that needs some more hill climbing gears!  The 14-31 wide range gearing is tough to find in the Oro.  The word "Oro" simply means "gold"...

1970's Nitto Dynamic Ambrosio Quill Stem: 90mm x 25.4mm - 1st Nitto Stem! Fuji Finest (Near Mint, RARE)

This piece of cycling history is Nitto's first ever stem, circa Sometime in the 1960's to mid 1970's! Officially it's the Nitto Dynamic I, and is drastically different from the 1980's & later Dynamic II. It is a very close clone of the Ambrosio...

Machine Tech Zero Flex QL Right/Rear Brake Lever: Vintage 1990's Cantilever - Silver

These rad levers were made in the USA from ~1996 to 1997 (via MOMBAT Timeline).  They released with the Machine Tech Zero Flex Cantilever brakes, and were reviewed as some of the best performing mtb brake levers of the era.  They are much...

NOS Two-Pin Dust Caps: Deeper Than Most - Chrome Plated Plastic

2-pin dust caps that look very similar to XT FC-M730 caps, but are a lot deeper front to back. Unsure who made these or why they're so deep. Condition New old stock! Slightest hints of shop wear microscratching Details Pair

NOS Two-Pin Dust Caps: Chrome Plated Plastic

2-pin dust caps that look very similar to XT FC-M730 caps. Condition New old stock! Slightest hints of shop wear microscratching Details Pair

NOS Specialized Dust Caps: Chrome - Flag Crank - 1980's / 1990's (pair)

These caps came the Specialized "Flag" crankset and many other models of the 1980's and early 1990's Condition True new old stock, never installed and slightest shop wear Details Chrome Fits standard cranks and square taper bottom brackets

Ritchey Logic Mountain Pro Clipless Pedals: Blue - Vintage 1990's MTB

These pedals were stock equipment on many mid to high end Ritchey mountain bikes in the mid to late 1990's retro mountain bikes. Only the Logic WCS pedals were higher level. Condition Great used shape. Bearings are smooth but sound dry. Average amount...

Everest Nova 5 Speed Alloy Freewheel: 14-18t - Italian (2 Steel Cogs)

The Everest Nova alloy freewheel was often used on Campagnolo Nuovo/Super Record bikes before Campy produced their own freewheels in the 1980s.  These are quite rare in the US.  This one is a Nova Light Alloy model. True straight block corncob...

NOS Campagnolo Gran Sport Rear Derailleur: Steel Plated Bronze - 1950's - #1012/4 (Near Mint)

Nice example of the early Gran Sport rear mech. This is a 1950's version, identified via the barrel adjuster (ended sometime in the 50's) and toothless ball-bearing jockey wheels stock from those years (later 1960's and 1970's had plastic toothed...

Grafton SpeedTraps Cleat Wear Tabs: Front & Rear Set (EXC)

Set of replacement wear tabs for your Grafton cleats! Comes with two front tabs and two rear tabs. Condition Excellent used shape. Some scratching but not much noticeable wear.  

Grafton SpeedTraps CLEATS! Missing Cleat Bolts/Washers (EXC)

Incomplete set of Grafton cleats. These have the wing protectors, cleat screws, and main cleats/wear tabs. Condition Excellent used shape  

NOS Campagnolo Nuovo Record Tandem Crank Arm: Captain Driveside - 170mm - #1051 (Take-Off)

Non driveside orphan arm for the classic NR tandem crankset. The "D" stands for right thread pedals (D and S stand for "Destra" and "Sinestra" in Italian) and this one being without a spider makes it the captain's driveside arm. The arm does not...

NOS Vitus 979 / 992 Seatstay Cap Ear / Slug: For Right or Left (Sold Individually)

OEM replacement seatstay caps for the legendary Vitus 979 and 992 bonded frames from the 1970's, 1980's, and 1990's! These were sometimes called ears, sometimes slugs.  They work for both right and left sides. if you need a pair, order two of these...

NOS Vitus 979 / 992 Seatstay Brake Bridge: "B"

OEM replacement seatstay bridge for the legendary Vitus 979 and 992 bonded frames from the 1970's, 1980's, and 1990's! Condition New old stock, slight shop wear Details Stamped: B

NOS Vitus 979 Non-Driveside Dropout: 58cm / 60cm

OEM replacement dropout for the legendary Vitus 979 bonded frames from the 1970's, 1980's, and 1990's! These likely fit other Vitus / Alan models as well as bikes marketed by other brands using Vitus frame parts. They had different dropouts for specific...

NOS Vitus 979 Non-Driveside Dropout: 55cm / 57cm

OEM replacement dropout for the legendary Vitus 979 bonded frames from the 1970's, 1980's, and 1990's! These likely fit other Vitus / Alan models as well as bikes marketed by other brands using Vitus frame parts. They had different dropouts for specific...

NOS Vitus 979 Non-Driveside Dropout: 52cm / 54cm

OEM replacement dropout for the legendary Vitus 979 bonded frames from the 1970's, 1980's, and 1990's! These likely fit other Vitus / Alan models as well as bikes marketed by other brands using Vitus frame parts. They had different dropouts for specific...

NIB/NOS Campagnolo Athena Syncro II Downtube Shifters: 7 Speed Indexed / Friction Front

Fresh set of Campy Athena Syncro 2 indexed DT shifters, complete with original cables. Condition True untouched new old stock in retail packaging, pristine. Details Rear: 7 speed Front: friction

Campagnolo C-Record ADJUSTABLE Toe Clips: Large - Steel - Late 1980's

These curiosities from the 1988-1989 Campy catalogs were advertised as "multi size" toe clips. They have an adjustable strap loop that allows you to dial in the entry/tightness, essentially expanding sizes from the usual small/medium/large. This pair is...

Ballistic Titanium Seatpost: 28.6mm x 150mm - For Display or Parts Only

Rare early 2000's titanium post that's tragically been cut too short to 150mm. Great for parts or display! Condition Cut to 150mm and should not be ridden unless you can have 4 inches of post inserted into your frame. Excellent cosmetic...

NIB/NOS Campagnolo Chorus 1st Gen Crankset: #706/101 - 167.5mm x 52/42t - 1988

This rare crank is identified as a 1st generation Chorus crank (vs a Chorus RS, Croce d' Aune or Athena) by it's gently curving crank arms, as well as a prominent raised flat section around the flat dust caps.  All others of this style had flat arm...

Campagnolo Nuovo Record High Flange REAR Hub: FRENCH - 32H x 130mm - Flat Blade QR (Barely Used Near Mint+)

Bit of an odd duck of a NR hub, French freewheel threads with 130mm spacing. Perhaps you have a modern or spread frame you're building into a randonneur? Or you have a 120mm / 126mm to swap in? Comes with a flat blade pre-CPSC quick release skewer. High...

Salsa P10 DIRT DROP High Rise Quill Stem: 1" x 70mm x 26.0mm - 53 Degree - Black - Retro MTB (Near Mint)

The P7 (along with the 100mm P10) high rise stem is the iconic model that brought Jacquie Phelan and Charlie Cunningham's dirt drop craze (via the L.P. stem made famous on Jaquie's bike "Otto") to the mainstream.  Ross Shafer was the innovator, and...

700c Son 28 Klassik / Campy Chorus 10s / Velocity Razor Dynamo Wheelset: 32H - 9/10/11/12s - QR (EXC+)

Early to mid 2000's dynamo wheelset in 700c!  The dynamo hub is a 2002-pre 2012 version of the Schmidt SON 28 hub!  It's official catalog name is Klassic / Classic. This older generation has a stout round hub center and cool little flange...

Shimano XT FH-M730 x Saturne X32 Rim Brake 26" REAR Wheel: 32H x 130mm Uniglide (EXC++)

Mid 1980's touring / MTB rear wheel featuring the Uniglide XT FH-M730 laced to a Saturne X32 rim.    Saturne was Specialized's house rim brand, and all the rims were designed by Jim Merz.  Nobody seems to know exactly how...

OMAS Alloy Clamp Bolt & Nut for Campagnolo Front Derailleur / Shifter / Cable Guide: 2g (EXC+)

Rare high end upgrade clamp bolt and nut from O.M.A.S. circa 1960's, 1970's, 1980's. This is made for Campagnolo Nuovo Record, Super Record, Gran Sport, etc front derailleurs, cable guides, and clamp on shifters. It fits many other classic components...

Campagnolo Gran Sport 1005/2 Front Derailleur: Matchbox Push Rod - 1950's - 1960's (Near Mint+)

Clean example of Campagnolo's top level front mech from 1954 (the first year the world logo appeared on this derailleur) to 1957 when the Record model was released.  The first gen was from 1951 to 1953, with the winged wheel logo.  The Gran...

Campagnolo Spoke Protector: Plastic + Alloy Flange (EXC)

This cool plastic and aluminum dork disc is an ultralight model from the 70's and 80's.  It's fairly large, and will cover a 34t large cog for touring or mtb use. Condition Excellent lightly used condition, with some light surface scratches. ...

NOS Campagnolo Gran Sport 3-Bolt Chainring Guard: 52t x 116mm - City / Cyclocross - RARE

Ultra rare Campy chainring guard for 116mm BCD 3-pin Gran Sport cranks! These are great both for cyclocross and for townie bikes to keep your skirt/pants out of the chain. The 3 bolt G.S. first appeared in the 1971 Catalog #16 supplement, and last...

Campagnolo #1014 Nuovo/Super Record Downtube Shifters: Clamp On - Black Cable Stops - Flat Plates/Screws (Mint, NOS Take Off?)

Super clean clamp version of the NR/SR DT shifters of the 60's, 70's, and 80's.  These have the flat cover plates (part #603) and flat head screws, which were used up until the late 1970's. Condition These look like they could be new old stock...

Campagnolo C-Record / Croce D'Aune Powergrade Brake Levers (LOW MILES Near Mint++)

3rd/4th gen Corsa Record brake levers from 1987-1991.  These came with Delta brakes, and feature the Powergrade adjustment capabilities.  The Croce D'Aune and C-Record Powergrade levers are the same. The lever blades seem shinier than normal, I...

NOS Milremo Gran Sport Luxe Seatpost: 26.6mm - Fluted - Polished & Black - 2 Bolt - French Made

Rare and gorgeous seatpost that was distributed by Ron Kitching's British company Milremo, but was made in France (Perhaps by JPR or Spidel?). This is a two bolt model that kind of blurs the Campagnolo Nuovo/Super Record one bolt and two bolt styles. The...

NOS 1990's Velocity Aerohead Rims: 700c x 28H - Gold Anodized - Semi-Aero - RARE (PAIR)

Early version of the classically styled Aero-Head rims straight out of Australia! These are an early version based on the decal, and in rare gold ano. These would be wonderful for a 1990's to early 2000's road bike restoration or any bike that a pop of...

NOS Hi-E Asymmetrical Hi-Lo Rear Hub & QR Skewer: 32H x 130mm - Silver

Hi-E hubs were produced out of Tennessee from about 1972 into the early 1990's.  The rear high-low version is a rare one, Campagnolo & Phil Wood made similar hubs with high flange on one side and low flange on the opposite.  They were...

Titan Luxe Quill Stem: 115mm - Belgian - Steel

Titan was a high end Belgian manufacturer of handlebars and stems from the 1930's through the late 1970's.  They are famous for developing the standard road drop bar shape, which is now referred to as the "Maes bend".  These were stock parts on...

1940's-1970's Hub Axle Nuts & Locknuts LOT: Raleigh - Carlton - Misc French & Italian - 24 pcs

24 piece lot of track nuts, locknuts, etc. Two red Raleigh's, one Carlton, a bunch of random ones. Condition Varied used condition. See photos Details 24 nuts    

1950's-1970's Hub LOT: Pelissier Alpin 3000 High Flange - JCF Liberia - Star Fling - Raleigh

Lot of two hubsets and three solo hubs, from Italy, Britain, and France The Alpin 3000 hubs were introduced by Pelissier in the late 1970's as a high end sealed bearing model, which is curiously a 3-piece design from years gone by at that point. They're...

NOS(?) Bottom Bracket Grease Fitting Nipples: Pre-War & 1950's - B.L.L. / Tecalemit? (Sold Individually)

Grease fittings for BB shells on antique bicycle frames Condition These appear new old stock Details Sold individually

Huret Touriste Léger Rear Derailleur: 1940's - Alloy Plates (EXC)

This rare rear derailleur out of France circa wartime to post-war 1943 to 1950.  It was designed around the materials Huret could source during the war, thus the piano wire. The pulley cage slides along a rod that is held in place by two thick...

Cyclo Standard Rear Derailleur + Shifter + Cables: 1940's 1950's - C Hanger - English (Near Mint)

Introduced in 1932 as the British version of the French "Le Cyclo". The two of them basically ruled all the lands as of the cyclotourisme realm until the 1940's. It is a loop cable / Twin-Cable type, and is "neutral normal" meaning there is no spring...

Simplex Route Leger Monobloc Bell Crank Rear Derailleur + Shifter: 3V - 3/32" - 1930's 1940's French (EXC)

This derailleur was fairly similar to the Le Cyclo & Cyclo standard rear derailleurs, consisting largely of a cage with two pulleys, a bell crank, and a chainstay clamp. According to Velobase this version is called "Monobloc" which I could guess...

Le Cyclo Rear Derailleur / Claw Mount / Cables: 1920's-1940's French Randonneur

Introduced in 1923, the "Le Cyclo" basically ruled all the lands as of the cyclotourisme realm until the 1940's. It is a loop cable type, and is "neutral normal" meaning there is no spring tension on the derailleur in either direction. They were...

Le Cyclo Rear Derailleur / Shifter/ / Spring / Claw Mount / Cables: 1920's-1940's French Randonneur

Introduced in 1923, the "Le Cyclo" basically ruled all the lands as of the cyclotourisme realm until the 1940's. It is a loop cable type, and is "neutral normal" meaning there is no spring tension on the derailleur in either direction. They were...

NOS Le Lewis Rear Derailleur: Alloy - Chainstay Clamp - Two Large Pulleys - 1930's-1940's - Shifter - French - RARE

The Lewis rear derailleur was made in France circa 1934 into the late 1940's. The derailleur is primarily aluminum construction, particularly curious if it was available during the war! It's a pretty unique design, and most similar to the legendary Cyclo...

Large French Bicycle Mudflap: Black Rubber w/ Metal Stars - Antique 1940's / 1950's?

Super rad and huge mud flap from France! My best guess on this is somewhere between 1930 and 1960. It is rubber (though one side has a leather feel) and has neat metal stars riveted to it. The bracket says "Mecano Brevet" (Mechanic Patent) and the...

Sheffield Mod. 645 Quill Pedals: 1940's 1950's 1960's - Chrome (EXC)

Lovely early set of Sheffield road pedals! These are model 645, and seem to be the same as the earliest Sheffield Sprint pedals except those had one piece center shells. Velobase attributes these to 1940's, others online claim they're from the 1960's...