This page shows existing frames for sale, existing new bikes (those not currently on commission, if any), and whatever used manufacturer's bikes I've collected lately. Currently listed below: 
Frames: May, 2012. I will stop showing frames as ready made. There are 'ready made' front ends hanging from the rafters here. When you want a frame to built up as your own, write, let me know your size, and we can put your frame together within a week. Unless I am off on a bike ride....
Used Bikes:    May 27 - on the coming bikes list - Barcroft Dakota, Longbikes Slipstream, Cycle Genius Raven
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YOU CAN ALWAYS MAKE AN OFFER! I might not accept it (then again I might), but I won't be offended. Please go to the Parts FOR SALE page to check Recycled Recumbent pricing for specific parts and pieces you may want to order. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Are you a Mach 2 'fan'???? I just got these -  The folks who print graphic details of all those other lovely recumbents were kind enough to offer this one to me. I have black ones and white ones, transfer decals about 6" long. Suitable for any contrasting surface. I KNOW one is going on the hatch of the silver van! $5 on Paypal gets one to you, hurry while the supply lasts! *******Hey - send me a picture of you on the bike you built! I'll send you one of these for free (if the resemblance is anything close!).*********** +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
 Frames!
 May 21. Bike frames and 'kits' will be made to order moving forward. I make up 'front ends' from incoming donor bikes. These await your specification so I can build them to length for you and with your specific component set in mind. Write or call, and we can set it up!
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Note on May 27 - the yellow Mach 3 is now in Rochester, New York. If you are interested, let me know. Coming soon to the showroom, a gloss black and a red bike.
 FINISHED BIKES FOR SALE. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
The latest yellowbike, completed Jan. 28, 2012. Offered in the showroom at $675.  This bike has some nice gear on it. The frame length is 37", which translates for riders in the 6' and under height range. Of course, all the bikes adjust down for smaller riders.
Vital statistics -
Seat height - 21"
Crank ht - 12"
Frame size - 37"
Wheelbase - 70"
Equipped -
26 x 20 alloy wheels, both are used but good and true. Continental 25c road tire, 120 psi on rear. Iso-Tech front tire - 100 psi road tire, 1.35" Both tires are new.
7 speed freewheel, new Microshift long cage rear derailleur.
New Shimano octalink alloy triple crankset, new cartridge bottom bracket. Shimano Exage front derailleur.
New Radius V-brakes front and rear. New brake levers.
New 3x7 twist grip shifters.
New cables and housings throughout.
New RR sling seat, of course.
Kickstand. Standard cage pedals.
   ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ THE FIRST EVER MACH 3 Recycled Recumbent. Built from a discussion on Bentrideronline, I revisited and reimagined a 26x26 version of the Mach 2. I've ridden this bike over 200 miles now, and it's a very good bike, a great ride. THIS BIKE is now in Rochester, New York. Watch for a critical review on www.bentrideronline.com Bryan may want to offer the bike for sale later. If you are interested, let me know, and I'll put you in touch.  It rides better than a Stratus XP, I think! Thanks for your interest. I will be adding a page to the website soon detailing the construction changes for this bike. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ WHITE MACH 3 Bike, finished on May 21, 2012. This small bike is the first prototype for the Mach 3, dual 26" Recycled Recumbent. Offered in the showroom at $925.  This bike is meant for a rider 5'-6" tall and under. In addition to being the first of it's type to feature the 26" front wheel, this frame is also designed with a slight 'dip' where the rear triangle meets the main frame. See how the 'tail' rises up? This allows for a lower than usual seat height. Statistics: Seat height - 18" Crank height- 13" Wheelbase - 69" Features - Pretty standard 3x7 gear train, grip shifters, V-brakes front and rear. All this gear was new prior to 100 miles of test riding (a short friend was the test pilot, he loves this bike!). Primo Comet high pressure tires, kickstand included. The black seat is brand new. We can swap in a different seat if you prefer white or gray. Or vermillion, for that matter. Handlebar on Mach 3 is always the altered Rans Chopper Bar, which drags it's price up a bit. (I am making the white seat for this bike now!!!) ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ NEW ON May 4 - the off-white Mach 2! This bike will sell on Ebay, auction closes June 4, 2012. Find it here - Ebay auction for this bike  This is a new color, a sort of cream-beige color for the bike, with the tan seat cover to set it off. Very distinctive look. This is a base level Mach 2 bike - well, it does have the diagonal brace. But otherwise it is pretty much the base bike. Assembled and tested today, May 4. This 'kit' has been sitting in the toy shoppe since md-March, and I finally had the time to put it together as a bike. This bike is sized for someone max at 6'-1" tall, it of course adjusts for smaller riders. Statistics: Seat Height - 21.5" Crank Height 13.5" Frame length 39" Wheelbase 71.5" Features - - New front alloy 20" wheel, with Schwalbe Marathon 1.5 tire (also new), 55PSI - 26 alloy rear wheel with Bontrager CIty slick 60 PSI new tire (also 1.5" width) - 3 x 6 gearing - 6 speed freewheel rear, new Shimano alloy crankset 48-38-28 rings. - Shimano SIS rear derailleur, new Suntour triple front derailleur. - New 3x6 twist grip shifters. - Altius C-10 brake levers - brakes are center pull caliper. - As always, new cable and housing throughout, new single loop chain (not pieced together), new seat and cover. - Kickstand, jockey wheel idler included. 
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May 4 - coming soon, a Rans Stratus with an RR seat on it! Arrived May 25 - A green Rans Stratus (it needs a seat), and a perfect Bacchetta Cafe! Pictures on the weekend! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ******************************************************************************** RANS Wave - acquired April 1. Offered in the showroom at $450.  This bike is a well maintained, lightweight cruiser of a recumbent. It sports the comfortable RANS seat, easily adjusted for different sized riders, has good V-brakes, a 3x8 gear train. The Wave is intended as an entry level bike, easy to ride, yet it is a very comfortable touring bike as well. Wheels are 20" rear, 16" front, these are 40-65 lb. tires of moderate city tread, very little wear showing.  The bike also has a seat back bag to hold your valuables, and it has the proprietary RANS rear rack installed through the seat braces. Very nice bike! April 16 - These are pictures of the bike on location at Recycled Recumbents. The bike will come with standard cage pedals - it's shown with my Bebops on it (for test riding!).  +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ EZ-1 Super Cruiser. Just found this bike today (4/16). Cleaned it, tuned it up, it's in great shape. Offered in the showroom at $450. The EZ-1 is a classic first recumbent bike. Easy to just get on and ride, easy to adjust for different riders, virtually bullet proof and ready to ride! It features a cushioned seat pan, a comfortable deep V handlebar, 3x7 gearing for a 20 x 16 wheelset, good solid V-brakes. There are afew scrapes and blemishes in the paint finish, the bike has clearly seen some use. The Kenda Kwest tires are new, though, and the brakes show very little wear. The lycra on the seat cover is intact, but shows some wear at the saddle horn. Your purchase includes the Pyramid seat back bag! Bacchetta Cafe - this pristine example of a CLWB (compact long wheel Base), or a stretch SWB, offered in the showroom at $725. Bacchetta makes some very fine bikes, highly regarded in the 'bent world. I was lucky to find this example. The Cafe' is a steel bike, 55" wheel base for better stability than some shorter bikes, yet still much more agile (for the urban rider) than the long bikes. Seat height is 25" - a little much for very short people. I find that my 45" X-seam is close to the limit for adjustment for a taller person (I am 6' tall). This Cafe has the stockgear on it, 3x8 gears and SRAM shifters (twist), good V-brakes, Truvativ crankset, the well regarded Bacchetta Recurve seat (very comfy). My judgement on wear, this bike is barely broken in. The chain is clean, the gear cogs show almost no dirt, the brakes are unworn. This bike also features a flip-it stem, fenders, a kickstand, and very solid Kenda 1.95" tires - great for riding in loose terrain, not bad on the street. I've test ridden this bike about 20 miles or so, this is a nice ride, I wouldn't be averse to touring with such a bike. As pictured is as adjusted for me. The Radloc clamp adjusts the seat forward a good 8-10" if needed. It has my Bebop pedals on it, which are not included. The platform pedals you see resting on the seat are included.     *********************************************************************************
RANS STRATUS - this is a venerable top of the line LWB bike from one of the best regarded builders, headquartered in Kansas. This older model of a current production bike - Deal pending with Roger on May 27. Sometimes they go pretty fast!  Rans Stratus is to me, one of the three best Long Wheelbased bikes that exist (the other two are the Easy Racers Tour Easy, and the Recycled Recumbent Mach 2(go figure)). This ride is smooth, comfortable, easy on the body, easy on the road. One of the three ultimate touring bikes! This fine older model (my guess is circa 1992, but that is a guess) has 3x7 gearing and uses indexed thumb shifters. The brakes are quality Shimano cantilevers. The wheels are 27" rear, 20" (451c) front. There are 1" road tires on the bike now. This bike came to me without a seat, I've added a new seat from the Recycled Recumbent Barnette Williams design. I've also improved the reach on this deep V handlebar by adding an adjustable stem. This Stratus is in fine mechanical shape, the brake pads are good, the chain is clean and well maintained, it shifts easily and well. I've included a detailed picture of the frame - a not-unusual collection of nicks and chips in the green paint job tell us the frame as been around a bit. There are no structural flaws in the frame. I have ridden this bike, and, unless you claim it, I will probably ride it some more, it's a real joy. If I only could have one bike, and all three of my top picks were available, it would be hard to give this one away.    PLEASE NOTE THAT THE RED SEAT IS TEMPORARY!!!! I received this bike on May 25, I am sewing a kelly green cover on a new seat tonight. New pictures as soon as I get it together. It will be sold with a green seat, unless you want something different!   ********************************************************************************* *** Recycled Recumbents eagerly looks for old, unloved recumbents to revive and find homes for. If you hear of anything, let me know! ***
********************************************************************************* Thanks for looking at the current crop. Let me know if something here merits a home with you! FOR ANY BIKE or Frame - Shipping Con. US only – you pay the costs plus about $5 in packing tape. Using Fedex Ground I find costs range from around $55 to near $100, pending your distance from Milwaukee . Assembly is required at your end – I send you instructions and pictures. Save us both the hassle and come visit – and we get to fit the bike to you if you come to the toy shoppe! I will drive an hour from Milwaukee for delivery (THAT is getting expensive now!!).
FOR THE TRIKES - If shipping is required this will be a new venture. Unless you are a competent mechanic, I suggest we attempt to ship intact, checking bids with U-Ship dot com. Let's keep your costs as low as possible!
Please write with your comments or questions. That is as much fun for me as a sale! Ride safe, ride often! Contact A.D. Carson, adcarson@recycledrecumbent.com or call 414-616-0307  |
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