I came across this on my local FB marketplace.
I have not been actively considering Ti bike due to cost in the past but this one is potentially in my price range.
Ti bike is not very commonly seen in the used market here so I do not have recent sales to gauge how much this is worth. At the moment asking price is US$1450 equivalent in my local currency. Is it a good / fair / bad price given the spec?
I normally ride 54 cm but the geometry seems ok based on the numbers. Does Litespeed runs small? Is there anything else I should look out for or consider , since I am relative naive when it comes to Ti bikes ?
by No-Cattle-777
4 Comments
Way too high. Carbon fiber is mass produced now. If you really like the look then 1k? Carbon used to be more expensive.
If your roads are rough don’t get this bike. This is an older bike that runs smaller tires, so, this bike accelerates than bigger tires
As an aside, check what model the Ksyrium wheels are.. I’m a bit out of the loop these days but there’s a big leap in quality between “elite” and “SL” models for example which may affect your offer.
Thanks for all the tips. I will try to see if the bike fit first and negotiate with your suggestions in mind. Is US$1000 a fair or good price?
Depends, $1200 if you really like it. I have a Ti bike made by Lynsky from 2012 that I’ll never sell. It’s my life bike. Ti doesn’t scuff or scratch easily. My ‘12 bike frame looks new still. I primarily use it as a winter bike since it’s so durable. My carbon bikes hang from the ceiling until April/May. You can always get wheels later to accommodate 28mm plus tires down the road, assuming this bike can handle wider tires. In short ti is more durable than carbon and will out live you as long as you don’t crash it.