1998 Breezer Lightning

Archived: Frame: TIG-welded · Fork: Rock Shox Judy XC · Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown

• Check paint damage, vent holes and accessible internal surfaces for corrosion. Look for dents, bent tubes and cracking around welded or brazed joints.

Archived: Fork: Rock Shox Judy XC

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Ask for dated fork-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil or bushings.

Archived: Group: Shimano Deore XT/XTR · Shifters: Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL · Front derailleur: Shimano Deore XT top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm · Rear derailleur: Shimano XTR · Crankset: Breezer Vortex, 22/32/42 teeth · Bottom bracket: Ritchey SuperLogic Comp, 110mm spindle · Rear cogs: 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth · Chain: Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32"

• 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: Avid 1D-20 brakes, Avid SD-2.0 L levers

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.

Archived: Wheel size: 26" wheels · Rims: Breezer Backdraft 390, 32-hole · Hubs: Shimano Deore XT · Front tire: Front: 26 x 1.95" Panaracer Mach SS, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Panaracer Mach SK

• 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.

Archived: Headset: 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset DX2 · Handlebar: Ritchey CompLite · Stem: Ritchey CompLite · Seatpost: Titec PG, 27.2mm diameter · Saddle: Ritchey Vector WCS · Pedals: Ritchey Logic

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.