My Vintage BMX Collection

[Eric Cartman]

This thread just popped up again, so here it is:

 

Got the lightie a sweet Mongoose Subject for Christmas....

 

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That's great! I am sure he is enjoying it. I hope the hobby does not fade over time. I am so sad I never kept on with it after the year 2000. But hey I am back on the saddle once again and enjoying it fully.

[Eric Cartman]

I bought a Pro Class in 1985 with my newspaper delivery money. Wish I could remember how much I payed for it then

 

You do have a stunning collection and real passion for these beauties

 

Those were some lekker times

I was only 3 years old then but I lived what you are speaking of in the 90s. I totally enjoyed it. But when studies came along and I put on my big boy pants I dropped the hobby. Silly me.  But living happily now and enjoying the rides.

 

Thanks for the compliment.

[Eric Cartman]

This is my full 1983 Mongoose 20" collection.

 

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This is the entire lot of my collection of Mongoose bikes.

 

The front three are as follows:

 

1985 Minigoose (Left)

1981 Mongoose (motomag series) (Middle)

1982 Minigoose (Right)

 

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[Eric Cartman]

Some recent pictures and updated parts list.

Parts list:
Frame: 1983 Supergoose III
Fork: Supergoose
Stem: Pro class
Bars: Pro Class (Pro size stamped)
Grips: Mongoose
Brake lever: Dia compe tech 3
Brake cable: Clear (OG)
Brake caliper: Dia compe MX 1000
Brake pads: Dia compe
Cranks: 175 Mongoose
Bottom Bracket: Mongoose
Pedals: SR
Spider: Mongoose Takagi
Chainring: Takagi 44T
Chainring bolts: Sugino
Seat clamp: Dia compe Copy (OG)
Seat post: GT layback
Seat: Viscount BMX aero
Rims: Pro class
Hubs: Shimano VIA
Freewheel: Shimano 333 chrome 16T
Pad set: Mongoose 1983 spec (Not in pictures)
Tyres: Cheng Shin reproduction 20x2.125

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[Eric Cartman]

My current Mongoose line up:

 

1983 Mongoose Pro Class

 

 

1983 Mongoose Supergoose

 

 

1981 Mongoose "Motomag"

 

 

And then inside this box is something special

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Spoke101]

First time I saw a white tailed mongoose was a few days ago. They are extraordinary - kind of half fox.BTW - who knows the collective name for Mongoose? - You know Pride of lions ..... a what of Mongoose?

 

A Pack of Mongooses. A bit off topic but the collective for Meerkat is way more interesting.

[Sparki 1]

this makes me want to find an old goose and fix it up

hey Stretch, did u manage to find an old goose already to fix up??? if not, you can have my mother-in-law.

[Stretch]

hey Stretch, did u manage to find an old goose already to fix up??? if not, you can have my mother-in-law.

Lol

 

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[Eric Cartman]

LOL at the replies. 

 

Here are some pics of my current built bikes. 

 

 

 

 

[Eric Cartman]

Just thought I would show another line up pic

 

 

[ChUkKy]

Did some work on the 83 Expert as well yesterday. I needed to make it "roadworthy" so I added some brakes (although not ideal to be front) as well as a temporary chain ring until I get the right one to use.

 

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Even in the "survivor' look this bike rides really well. Very smooth, etc. I do not plan to recondition this one at all at far as the frame and fork goes.

 

I used to have a Supergoose as a kid... Man this brings back memories, I want another one.

That bike was where it all started for me.

 

Miss my Supergoose 

[EmptyB]

Kuwahara is were it all started for me....wish I still had that bike!!!!!!

[Eric Cartman]

Its never too late to start searching and building guys. 

[Grondpad]

What an awesome thread Eric. Well done. This is true passion and massive respect!

[Eric Cartman]

What an awesome thread Eric. Well done. This is true passion and massive respect!

Thank you!

[TNOSE_E]

Left Nut....given!

 

Much respect...!

 

Also much jealousy....!