Work in Progress
Frame:
Schwinn Voyager II
Fork/Headset:
Schwinn Voayer II OE, Tange
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Shimano standard, Biopace Shimano 105
Pedals:
Shimano SPD-SL PDL540 Discovery
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Biopace 105 with Shimano XT 9 speed configuration 12-32 teeth rear 135mm hub cog.
Derailleurs/Shifters:
Shimano Deore/105
Saddle/Seatpost:
Brooks B17 Tan
Brakes:
Diacompe Center Pull and Shimano 105 drop bar vintage brake levers.
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Shimano XT hub on generic alloy... LOL!
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Shimano XT on generic alloy, wide 36C wheels with 23C stretched...as AE86 lovers like the ability to read both right and left label on the tire form the top! hahah!
Accessories:
Watanabe hand stitched bag
Front / Rear Raleigh Avenier aluminum rack
Honjo Hand hammered fenders
More Info:
The repainting was done with triple stage paint
Lexus LS430 Crystal Pearl White (code 062) with 2 coats of clear.
Added by Moto_Club4AG. Last updated over 14 years ago.
29 Comments
Wow this is really cool! I really like the pearl white paint! and the fenders are great too! hell, the whole thing is great! Everything is so tasteful!
Posted about 13 years ago
beautiful job!!! i love it!
Posted about 15 years ago
Thanks! I took it out for a test spin today and it rode like any good steelie. I was also quite happy about it not making any rattles or pings with so much parts and accessories loaded on the bike. It turned out to be a nice workhorse. :)
Posted about 15 years ago
Man, I took it out a few times and I am absolutely loving the longer wheelbase handling of the touring frame. So much more stability than any racing bike... And I can't deny the convenience of actually having a bike that can stand up when parked with a kick-stand!! LOL!
Posted about 15 years ago
That leather saddle is a real pain in the butt though, till it wears some and gets softer.
Posted about 15 years ago
hahaha... yeah i hate that i have to lean mine against stuff! yeah but you do have a sweet bike man!
Posted about 15 years ago
It's heavy...but once up to speed, no wind will slow this rig...LOL
Posted about 15 years ago
lots of screws in tight spots...I used mostly lock-nuts so I don't have to screw with them again soon...
Posted about 15 years ago
Honjo 35mm fenders aluminum rack and decaleur, some liberal use of anodized aluminum fasteners... I'm liking this...
Posted about 15 years ago
So nice! Looks great!
Posted about 15 years ago
Thanks man! As soon as the derailleur clamp arrives, I'm gonna slap this thing together and go for a RIDE!
Posted about 15 years ago
Can't wait to see the finished product, diggin' the Honjo fenders.
Posted about 15 years ago
Yep...I'm waiting for the fenders to arrive...and this paint to dry in rainy weather. :)
Posted about 15 years ago
cant wait to see it all done! lookin good!
Posted about 15 years ago
Thanks! The hard part is from here. I have to polish all the old flaky parts to shine, and gather little bits and pieces that are becoming increasingly hard to do to an old bike since everything is online and many local shops stopped dealing with steelies.
Posted about 15 years ago
Photos
heathmusic says:
Great re-build! One note - this isn't a Voyageur II. The Voyageur II was the successor to the World Voyageur (baby paramount), and was made from 1974-1976. You've got the full fledged touring Voyageur, which ran from 1983 to 1991. Judging by the decals and color, I'd say yours is a 1987 Model. Sorry for the lecture ;-) Enjoy that fine ride!
http://bikecatalogs.org/SCHWINN/MODELS/...
Posted about 9 years ago