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1957 Raleigh 'superbe'
- Thread starter dnc1
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dnc1
Riding a '38 Autocycle Deluxe
Hi fattyre,
That was an original Raleigh fitment for many years.
There's a thick steel lug brazed onto the steerer headtube with 3 holes in the underside, turning the key raises a pin into any one of these holes enabling you to lock the steering in the left, right or straight ahead positions.
Unfortunately I haven't found the correct key yet so can't currently use this feature. I'm always hunting for one though.
I believe they were available on Raleigh, Rudge and Humber models.
That was an original Raleigh fitment for many years.
There's a thick steel lug brazed onto the steerer headtube with 3 holes in the underside, turning the key raises a pin into any one of these holes enabling you to lock the steering in the left, right or straight ahead positions.
Unfortunately I haven't found the correct key yet so can't currently use this feature. I'm always hunting for one though.
I believe they were available on Raleigh, Rudge and Humber models.
Dale Alan
I live for the CABE
That is a nice job you did on your Superbe .I have a 1966 that I really like but yours is much better looking.I really like those brakes on yours .I don't have a key for my fork either.I was thinking of contacting a local locksmith to see if he could make one. Did you replace the wheels ?
dnc1
Riding a '38 Autocycle Deluxe
The front wheel is totally original with a Dunlop stainless steel rim, but the rear is a replica style replacement. Everything else is original except the saddle and grips which are modern Brooks.
Keys are still available via Ebay UK occasionally for the fork lock but you need to know the lock code number (there are around 25 different I believe).
It's very difficult to find out the number without destroying the lock whilst attempting to remove it so you're in a bit of a catch22 situation!
The brakes look good but they're not that good for emergency stops!
I see you have a front dynohub on yours, is it in working order? I have a '54 Rudge with a rear wheel 3-speed dynohub that I've yet to try.
Keys are still available via Ebay UK occasionally for the fork lock but you need to know the lock code number (there are around 25 different I believe).
It's very difficult to find out the number without destroying the lock whilst attempting to remove it so you're in a bit of a catch22 situation!
The brakes look good but they're not that good for emergency stops!
I see you have a front dynohub on yours, is it in working order? I have a '54 Rudge with a rear wheel 3-speed dynohub that I've yet to try.
Dale Alan
I live for the CABE
Thanks for the info.I think I will leave the lock alone,I can live without the key . Thought it would be cool to have it functioning but I don't want to mess it up.
My dynohub is in fine working order,I don't have anything to power with it at the moment .This is my first Superbe,I hope to find more . Brooks saddle will finalize this build someday.
My dynohub is in fine working order,I don't have anything to power with it at the moment .This is my first Superbe,I hope to find more . Brooks saddle will finalize this build someday.
Intense One
I live for the CABE
I like the rake of that fork! Cool color!
