It’s a mixte. The carbolite frames are heavier steel but for an around town bike they can be comfortable. There’s just something about a French mixte thoiugh. I have a 1970’s Gitane mixte that I’m trying to finish up.
pork_ribs on
Park tool tutorials on YouTube and r/BikeWrench
TonyHawksShinBone on
While mixte frames are generally woman’s models they are also considered unisex.
I’d start with getting new tires and tubes. it might need the rim strips too.
The chain probably just needs a cleaning and you can put it back on pretty much easily.
Most likely needs a complete overhaul. Fresh greased applied to all moving parts. This isn’t crucial, especially if you are only going to ride it every now and then.
I have such a weakness for Peugeots, French things generally are cool as.
YouTube is your friend, although looks like this just needs routine maintenance. If you prefer the written word then Richard’s Bicycle Book by Richard Ballantine serves as a good workshop manual. Usually a few second hand copies online.
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To [identify a Peugeot bike](https://bikeszilla.com/how-to-identify-peugeot-bike-model/) model, one can look for the serial number, frame design, components, decals, and branding. The serial number can provide important information about the bike’s model and year of production. The frame design, components, and decals can provide clues about the bike’s identity. If unsure, one can research online forums and vintage bike websites, or contact a Peugeot bike collector or expert for assistance.
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It’s a mixte. The carbolite frames are heavier steel but for an around town bike they can be comfortable. There’s just something about a French mixte thoiugh. I have a 1970’s Gitane mixte that I’m trying to finish up.
Park tool tutorials on YouTube and r/BikeWrench
While mixte frames are generally woman’s models they are also considered unisex.
I’d start with getting new tires and tubes. it might need the rim strips too.
The chain probably just needs a cleaning and you can put it back on pretty much easily.
Most likely needs a complete overhaul. Fresh greased applied to all moving parts. This isn’t crucial, especially if you are only going to ride it every now and then.
You can get new brake/shifter cables too.
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I have such a weakness for Peugeots, French things generally are cool as.
YouTube is your friend, although looks like this just needs routine maintenance. If you prefer the written word then Richard’s Bicycle Book by Richard Ballantine serves as a good workshop manual. Usually a few second hand copies online.
To [identify a Peugeot bike](https://bikeszilla.com/how-to-identify-peugeot-bike-model/) model, one can look for the serial number, frame design, components, decals, and branding. The serial number can provide important information about the bike’s model and year of production. The frame design, components, and decals can provide clues about the bike’s identity. If unsure, one can research online forums and vintage bike websites, or contact a Peugeot bike collector or expert for assistance.