Mike's Bikes
1936 Bates Track Bike
Photo credit: David Harris, 2002
Bates Track Bike
c.1936 Bates. England
The main features of this track racing bike are the distinctive 'Diadrant' forks and the 'Cantiflex' tubing which is of a larger diameter in the centre of the tube than it is at the ends. This was said to reduce flex in the frame.
  • Wood rims with tubular tires.
  • BSA crankset. 1" pitch chain.
  • Major Taylor adjustable stem.
  • Brooks 'Sprinter' leather saddle.

All bikes in this gallery available for rent to photographers and film companies. Normally these bikes are not for sale. Please contact us for rental rates.

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