Hi All,
New guy here! I am more used to 750Ks than 450s.
I have been offered a 450K1 (Frame No 3005479). It has been sitting since 2003 so is a bit grubby, but it is essentially complete and looks original mostly - clip-ons replacing the handlebars is the only real change I spotted.
My question concerns the gear shift spindle. The splines on the pedal end are stripped/smoothed and searching this site, I see that is not an uncommon occurrence. Does anyone know the reason for this?
Also, given the scarcity and cost of replacements, do any other bikes have an interchangeable part?
Thanks
New guy here! I am more used to 750Ks than 450s.
I have been offered a 450K1 (Frame No 3005479). It has been sitting since 2003 so is a bit grubby, but it is essentially complete and looks original mostly - clip-ons replacing the handlebars is the only real change I spotted.
My question concerns the gear shift spindle. The splines on the pedal end are stripped/smoothed and searching this site, I see that is not an uncommon occurrence. Does anyone know the reason for this?
Also, given the scarcity and cost of replacements, do any other bikes have an interchangeable part?
Thanks