Wow I'm literally in tears, my first bike was a Raleigh sport I got for Christmas in 1959, I'm in awe at the way you transformed it into a dream bike, well done.
I've been wanting a gravel bike, but I love vintage stuff. This was the first video that came up when I searched vintage gravel bike conversions. Im all in. Now I just need a vintage frame for tall people.
I'm not a bike mechanic or builder, but that was really compelling to watch. I intended to skip through it to see the results but ended up watching the whole video! And the fact that you're in SE Asia with more difficult access to tools, parts, and a workspace (vs. in the West) makes it extra admirable. Living in Vietnam, I know what it's like to have to depend on Shopee, etc., for gear. Lol. Awesome job!
Living in SEA actually gives you an easier access and Cheaper bike/bike parts compared to the west, because Taiwan and China are just around the corner, I live in SEA too but my parents live in the west so I ocassionally go back and forth, so I can definetely testify to this :)
This should be the top " imposible bike conversion" on RUclips. As the modern trend is to bring the steel bike vibes with modern tradition, here is the best example of how those fancy bike builders sell a steel frame for over $2k. Maybe that's why they say steel is real...
@@acewilliams7917 Steel is real because you can whack it with a ball peen hammer! I'd never dream of bashing around an alloy or carbon thread-less stem like that.
Nice Peugot! My first new bike I bought myself with money from my paper routes was a 1976 Concord "Aztec" 10-speed. It was $139 which at that time was not cheap! It is long gone have no idea where it went!😢
That looks amazing. Nice work. I have an old Raleigh road bike from about 1990 . All 531 tubing. I can now see it becoming a gravel bike in the future!
That's the most beautiful bike I've ever seen and honestly great job, it was entertaining from beginning to the end. Thank you sir for this great video.
Very useful Video that include paint steps, how to expanding chainstay without blow torch, cable guide attachment, derailleur adapter. Just what I need to know. Thank you.
Very impressive build and great problem solving with that headset issue. I’m super impressed with that weight as well, especially with that old steel frame. Well done 👍🏼
1st race bike was a Raleigh winner in the early 80s. Loved that bike. Have owned a steel bike ever since despite spending a fortune on ‘modern’ stuff chasing the same feelings.
Great job on an AWESOME looking built, especially considering what you started with. Interesting idea on the fork bearings, though a bit... iffy... LOL. Can't wait to see your next built!!
I loved this presentation; the workmanship is is skillful and artistic. I stripped and painted a vintage steel frame during the pandemic lockdown but I can tell you that while it looked acceptable it did not measure up to the rattle can paint job exhibited here. Hats off to craftsmanship!
Wow almost perfect! Great job! I have one suggestion if it's okay, with those dents maybe you could've used some putty in there to make the surface smoother.
Absolutely magnificent from start to finish! I'm looking to get a custom built steel frame for road and light off-road, and watching you bring this old girl back to life has absolutely convinced me that there truly isn't anything better than steel for this kind of ride. I've ridden carbon, aluminum, and titanium.....and apart from the titanium bike, I still always thought to myself that steel just felt better - more engaging, agile and stiff (and not terrified that the frame was going to snap at any second!). Throwing carbon and titanium parts onto a steel frame to bring the weight down is the best way forward in my mind, and I think you just confirmed it 100%. Fantastic build.
Pretty cool and instructional. I recently picked up a 60s Raleigh with a very similar frame for £20 off Ebay. It's a road bike with drop bars, single crank and five speed chain set with simplex derailleur. I wasn't thinking of anything so radical as I already have the bits to convert it to 3 X 8 speed and Sora shifters but your video was inspirational.
The decals can be custom cut at any decals shop especially those for automotive purposes. Just provide them the desired Vector files for the logo/design and it's done
Hmmm, 1. Gravel Bike with road breaks... I dont think so. You should think about disc breaks. I know that without welding machine its hard to make but You can buy The simplest welding machine from as little as $100. 2. Weight its 7.995 kg so its more like 8.0 kg not 7.9 kg Despite all my comments I would like to say that the bike turned out great and I admire the work and ingenuity put in
Congrats for the excellent work!!! Please could you send the link for that aluminum braze you put in the frame for the front derailleur cable housing? I cannot find any website selling exactly that kind clips. Thanks.
Thanks!. The decals were cut from Vector files which you can download online. Give the vector files to any vinyl decal shops (usually for cars decals) and then they will plot it out using stencil printer
I absolutely love this bike build. What colour is it? After watching this build I haven’t left my garage as I have been preparing a my steel Raleigh frame for welding and painting.
Don, es usted una autoridad en el tema. Mis reconocimientos y respetos desde México. De una manera compleja re-convirtió una antigua bicicleta a una bicicleta de acero de Ruta moderna y con componentes de Alta calidad. Y también demostró un "Build a Bike" con herramienta básica y sin hacerle tanto al pinche cuento con un "taller ultrasofisticado y caro" usted hizo un gran trabajo. Mis felicitaciones!!!!
That’s a good hobby to have I’ve built a few of them myself from Parts here and there and pass them on to those who need them But you my friend had just opened up my eyes to a new project 🙏🏽
What's up my friend? I loved watching the build. I once had a 1981 modal of the Raleigh composition GS and I loved it. It was among the last bikes built in the Carlton frame Co. It was a beautiful machine made with Campy and Wieman parts and a Books saddle. I wouldn't use a brooks any more because I'm plant based. But I really enjoyed the build. Great job dude! Peace!
Wow I'm literally in tears, my first bike was a Raleigh sport I got for Christmas in 1959, I'm in awe at the way you transformed it into a dream bike, well done.
Its beautiful to see an old bike restored and coming back to life again. the Phoenix rising from the ashes and given a new lease of life.....Well done
what an insane build. I watched half drooling and half wincing... The beauty of DIY hacking. And a final weigh-in under 18 lbs! I was shocked
Top job, spraying WD40 on a red hot frame in the kitchen ~ legend 😆 Great looking bike!!
I am not an avid biker at all, but I watch lots of videos like this. This bike build is probably the best looking thing I've ever seen. Amazing!!
I've been wanting a gravel bike, but I love vintage stuff. This was the first video that came up when I searched vintage gravel bike conversions. Im all in. Now I just need a vintage frame for tall people.
I'm not a bike mechanic or builder, but that was really compelling to watch. I intended to skip through it to see the results but ended up watching the whole video! And the fact that you're in SE Asia with more difficult access to tools, parts, and a workspace (vs. in the West) makes it extra admirable. Living in Vietnam, I know what it's like to have to depend on Shopee, etc., for gear. Lol. Awesome job!
Living in SEA actually gives you an easier access and Cheaper bike/bike parts compared to the west, because Taiwan and China are just around the corner, I live in SEA too but my parents live in the west so I ocassionally go back and forth, so I can definetely testify to this :)
This should be the top " imposible bike conversion" on RUclips. As the modern trend is to bring the steel bike vibes with modern tradition, here is the best example of how those fancy bike builders sell a steel frame for over $2k. Maybe that's why they say steel is real...
You honor me. Thank You.
Steel is real because it withstands the test of time.
@@acewilliams7917 Steel is real because you can whack it with a ball peen hammer! I'd never dream of bashing around an alloy or carbon thread-less stem like that.
i like steel bike
What are the clamps called that you used to set the over address? Could you share the link of the place where you bought them please?
An incredible piece of work, amazing from start to finish , and spreading the frame from 120 to 135mm . Wow.
I did subsequently notice that as no chainstay bridge it was easier than other bikes but still an incredible conversion
Not only is the bike extremely light for having a steel frame but it's also absolutely gorgeous. Literally the dream bike!
Thank You 😁
Maybe considered "extremely" light by 1973 standards, everything is relative -
But I agree, gorgeous it is
I loved how you make the old to gold!
My first road bike was a Raleigh back in 86
I regret selling it to get a better bike but this restoration is awsome
You blowed my mind with the headset hack! Wish I could like your video more than once!
One of the most interesting gravel conversion projects I’ve seen in a long time. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure. And thanks!
I agree 100%
An amazing transformation. I thought it would weigh much more...great work
Thank you!
Amazing work. Old frames are absolutely so comfortable and strong. Thanks for sharing.
Admirable craftsmanship.
This was a good watch. Thank you. And the finished product is.... it took my breath away.
You gained so much respect that I stood up to watch the last half of this
Nice Peugot! My first new bike I bought myself with money from my paper routes was a 1976 Concord "Aztec" 10-speed. It was $139 which at that time was not cheap! It is long gone have no idea where it went!😢
Terrific transformation with some interesting problem solving!
That looks amazing. Nice work. I have an old Raleigh road bike from about 1990 . All 531 tubing. I can now see it becoming a gravel bike in the future!
There are so many great people in the world! I was completely mesmerized! 😲👍
Wow!!! What a beautiful restoration thoroughly enjoyed watching this video, great skill and attention to detail, loved it. 😍👌
Thank You!
That's the most beautiful bike I've ever seen and honestly great job, it was entertaining from beginning to the end. Thank you sir for this great video.
I used a pop rivet to hold RD hanger on. Sits flatter to avoid fouling the cassette lock ring. I like your handlbar setup a lot.
Very useful Video that include paint steps, how to expanding chainstay without blow torch, cable guide attachment, derailleur adapter. Just what I need to know. Thank you.
Very impressive build and great problem solving with that headset issue. I’m super impressed with that weight as well, especially with that old steel frame. Well done 👍🏼
You honor me, thank you
1st race bike was a Raleigh winner in the early 80s. Loved that bike. Have owned a steel bike ever since despite spending a fortune on ‘modern’ stuff chasing the same feelings.
I'd describe you as innovative and resourceful. Well done Sir. :)
So cool bike 😍, Osprey is a great name!.
wish i had your skills bro, really nifty when reviving old bikes and converting them to modern ones. keep up the videos!!
Thanks! Don't ever look down on yourself. I wasn't even skilled when I first started DIY stuffs few years ago. Just need patience and passion
You made it looks so easy. Awesome restoration, love your work!
thanks for sharing dude really impressed me and motivated me to do the same to my old bike
Great job on an AWESOME looking built, especially considering what you started with. Interesting idea on the fork bearings, though a bit... iffy... LOL. Can't wait to see your next built!!
Looks terrific, great job. Appreciate your skills
That is straight gangster! Thanks for taking the time to post this...........
Hey, awesome build, it looks beautiful. That headset mod is ingenious. Congratulations from Nottingham England, home of Raleigh Bikes.
perfect bike,building,hope you can have more bike videoes, i like to build bike too.
Many Many Compliment's...You are the professionalism work's!!
That's is a beautiful machine!!. Congratulations
Some of the strangest decisions here but I love it
That is sick! Classy and high end for an old bike that was destined for the landfill.
Thanks!
Gorgeous bicycle, l love the handle bars. The whole thing looks great.
Thank you!
Really interesting cockpit set up. I dig it.
Thanks! 👍
this is very satisfying to watch, thank you AndyEF😊
Thank You!
My first bike shop job we used to have a lot of Those come in the shop. I learned what a Whitworth wrench was.
Ur an engineer at heart, nice improvisation
A labor of love.
I had an old raleigh bike from the 70s, it was a very comfortable frame.
I loved this presentation; the workmanship is is skillful and artistic. I stripped and painted a vintage steel frame during the pandemic lockdown but I can tell you that while it looked acceptable it did not measure up to the rattle can paint job exhibited here. Hats off to craftsmanship!
Thank you. I am honored
Great job with the paint.
Wow almost perfect! Great job! I have one suggestion if it's okay, with those dents maybe you could've used some putty in there to make the surface smoother.
Thanks! yes I should have done that and it would have been perfect
Absolutely magnificent from start to finish! I'm looking to get a custom built steel frame for road and light off-road, and watching you bring this old girl back to life has absolutely convinced me that there truly isn't anything better than steel for this kind of ride. I've ridden carbon, aluminum, and titanium.....and apart from the titanium bike, I still always thought to myself that steel just felt better - more engaging, agile and stiff (and not terrified that the frame was going to snap at any second!). Throwing carbon and titanium parts onto a steel frame to bring the weight down is the best way forward in my mind, and I think you just confirmed it 100%. Fantastic build.
Thank you. And good luck on your own build. Let the imagination run free!
Great video! Great job!! Congratulations
I had seen more times a video but a detail today put a pads breaking a wheelfinishing carbon is sweet.Nice drops and very good frame.
It's like watching a very innovative movie where you never know what happens next. Awesome!
Nice Job! I did domething similar with my 24 Inch bike I got when I was 8 years old.... I turned into a 26 Inch adaptation
Wonderful bicycle. My compliments!
Many thanks!
Beautifull🤩🤩🤩, nice details, and colors
Very Nice Osprey! Well done
Awesome Build Sir, it was quite a learning :) .
Glad you liked it
I love what you done to the headtube!
Great modification to a old Real Steel
Amazing! You are a genious with class and style 👍🏼
i have the same exact bike in my garage and thanks for this video man ill soon start working on that bike 😁
Very good proyec.nice bike.👍👍
Thanks ✌️
Can t wait another video!!!
Please!!!😂😂❤
Pretty cool and instructional. I recently picked up a 60s Raleigh with a very similar frame for £20 off Ebay. It's a road bike with drop bars, single crank and five speed chain set with simplex derailleur. I wasn't thinking of anything so radical as I already have the bits to convert it to 3 X 8 speed and Sora shifters but your video was inspirational.
Magnifico,,,, excellent job ,,,,, Ps where did you get the decals?????
The decals can be custom cut at any decals shop especially those for automotive purposes. Just provide them the desired Vector files for the logo/design and it's done
Beautiful job and colours
Amazing bike, congratullations!!!!.
Thank You!
Wow! Modern classic, that's nicest and cleanest corner bar set-up I'd ever seen in youtube.
I am honored. Thank you!
Amazing build. Beautiful bike.
なんてことでしょう。ラレーお祖母ちゃんが、美しい娘に生まれ変わった。自転車愛に溢れる、とても良い動画でした(';')ｂ
Hmmm,
1. Gravel Bike with road breaks... I dont think so. You should think about disc breaks. I know that without welding machine its hard to make but You can buy The simplest welding machine from as little as $100.
2. Weight its 7.995 kg so its more like 8.0 kg not 7.9 kg
Despite all my comments I would like to say that the bike turned out great and I admire the work and ingenuity put in
Thank you!
Beautiful result. Thanks for sharing.
Me encanta el resultado. Pero esa adaptación de horquilla y frenos no me termina de convencer. Saludos. Compartimos hobby. 😊
Beautiful bike 😍 great job
Thank You!
Love the bike, you did a fantastic job
Great job, can't believe how easy the bottom bracket came out after watching you fight with the stem and saddle
Lovely finished article
Congrats for the excellent work!!!
Please could you send the link for that aluminum braze you put in the frame for the front derailleur cable housing? I cannot find any website selling exactly that kind clips. Thanks.
very nice sir 👍🤠🙏
full support sir from phillippines 🙏 God bless you
merry Christmas ☃️🎄
Thank You. Happy Holidays!
crazy and beautiful result! From where did you get those decals?
Thanks!. The decals were cut from Vector files which you can download online. Give the vector files to any vinyl decal shops (usually for cars decals) and then they will plot it out using stencil printer
I absolutely love this bike build. What colour is it? After watching this build I haven’t left my garage as I have been preparing a my steel Raleigh frame for welding and painting.
The color was coded as "Sparkling Grey", really nice color. All the best for your Raleigh project 😁
Well done,Andy. I love the shifters. Best wishes from Germany
Danke!
Fantastic build! How are those handlebars? Looks really nice
Those are what people call corner bars. They offer the stability of touring bike with drop bars feel
i like that handle design
not my style, but you did a real good job. nice work.
Don, es usted una autoridad en el tema. Mis reconocimientos y respetos desde México. De una manera compleja re-convirtió una antigua bicicleta a una bicicleta de acero de Ruta moderna y con componentes de Alta calidad.
Y también demostró un "Build a Bike" con herramienta básica y sin hacerle tanto al pinche cuento con un "taller ultrasofisticado y caro" usted hizo un gran trabajo.
Mis felicitaciones!!!!
Gracias. ¡Que tengas un gran día allí!
So impressed. What a stunning build!
Fine built How much do you want for it 👍🏽. Very beautiful bike you just inspired me to build one yeah I think I’ll go look for an old bike frame
Thanks! I build bikes for my own usage so it's not for sale. I hope you will enjoy building your own vintage classics
That’s a good hobby to have I’ve built a few of them myself from
Parts here and there and pass them on to those who need them
But you my friend had just opened up my eyes to a new project 🙏🏽
Magnífico trabajo, lo único que no entiendo es por qué no has puesto cubiertas más gruesas
Nice! In my country this original bike called "Camel Bicycle"
Another beautiful job.
Beautiful job!
Thank you! Cheers!
Excellent! I want one like that!
What's up my friend? I loved watching the build. I once had a 1981 modal of the Raleigh composition GS and I loved it. It was among the last bikes built in the Carlton frame Co. It was a beautiful machine made with Campy and Wieman parts and a Books saddle. I wouldn't use a brooks any more because I'm plant based. But I really enjoyed the build. Great job dude! Peace!
The video is very slow, speed x2 😁👍 and nice video
Amazing work! 👏👏👏
I love how you smashed and pryed everything but then you stopped and used a chain breaker
😂