How Do You Restore Old 1980S Bicycles?
Restoring your vintage 1980s bicycle doesn’t have to be an expensive project. There’s no need to hire a professional or take your old bicycle to a shop when you can easily do all the restoration work yourself for a fraction of the price. To find cheap replacement parts simply search the Internet, flea markets or a local junkyard for old parts or unused bicycles that you can strip for parts. Original 1980s bicycles typically had bright fluorescent paint jobs and colored tires, so look for parts or paint colors that are bold, bright and eye-catching. Disassemble the bicycle. Number or label the parts. Take notes that will remind you where all the pieces go so you have a guide when putting it back together. Taking photos or videos of the process will help give you a good visual guide as well. Inspect the bicycle for rust. Remove any rust from the frame with a steel wool pad. If the paint is chipped and needs to be redone, remove it with the coarse sandpaper. Discard any old parts that are
