2008 Bilenky LX ViewPoint

Archived: 2008 Bilenky LX ViewPoint · Tandem (road)

• Confirm the frame markings and seller description match this archived model. Note every component that differs from the published build.
• Record the frame serial number. It should be legible, unaltered and consistent with the seller’s ownership history.

Archived: Frame: Brazed/welded · Fork: Bilenky Tuning 20A

• Check paint damage, vent holes and accessible internal surfaces for corrosion. Look for dents, bent tubes and cracking around welded or brazed joints.
• Stand behind and in front of the bicycle to look for obvious frame, fork or wheel misalignment. Ask directly about crashes, transport damage and repairs.
• Inspect the fork crown, blades, dropouts and visible steerer area. Check that it is straight, securely installed and free of cracks or impact damage.

Archived: Group: Tandem Mix · Shifters: SRAM X.7 · Front derailleur: Shimano 105 · Rear derailleur: SRAM X.7 · Crankset: Sugino XD, 26/36/46 teeth · Bottom bracket: Shimano · Cassette: SRAM PG-950 · Rear cogs: 9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth · Chain: SRAM PC-950

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: Cane Creek 3 front/Shimano Deore rear brakes, Shimano Deore levers

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.
• Before riding, test every installed brake separately at walking speed. Each should stop firmly and release cleanly without its control reaching the end of its usable travel.

Archived: Wheel size: Front: 20", Rear: 26" wheels · Rims: Front: Sun Rhyno Lite, Rear: Salsa Gordo, 36-hole/40-hole · Hubs: Front: Shimano LX, Rear: Shimano XT · Front tire: Front: 20 x 2.125" Primo Comet HD, Rear: 26 x 1.50" Primo Comet HD

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.
• Remove and reinstall or closely inspect both wheel-retention systems. Axles or quick releases should tighten correctly with undamaged threads, hardware and dropouts.

• Before riding, confirm both wheels are secure, tires are safe, both brakes function, and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals have no looseness.
• Begin at low speed. Test steering, braking and shifting progressively, then load the drivetrain and suspension only after the basic safety checks pass.
• Listen and feel for repeated knocks, grinding, skipping, brake pulsation or movement at joints. Stop the test if the bicycle cannot be controlled safely.