This Mercier Service des Courses vintage bicycle frame represents classic French racing engineering. Built entirely from cold-drawn Reynolds 531 steel alloy tubing, this high-performance chassis provides the optimal balance of vertical compliance and torsional stiffness required for professional-grade road competition and classic endurance events.
Technical Specifications & Design Attributes
Engineered for standard caliper brakes and vintage drivetrains, this frame is a superb foundation for a period-correct road build. For compatibility, you can pair this frame with a vintage lighting setup, such as a classic Soubitez Rear Light for Peugeot or Motobecane touring bikes, to match retro French aesthetics. Please check the accurate measurements below to ensure correct mechanical alignment and setup parameters.
Technical Specifications
- Frame Material: Full Reynolds 531 Steel
- Weight: 2920g
- Size: 59
- Seat Tube Length (A): 59 cm (measured from bottom bracket center to top of seat tube)
- Top Tube Length (B): 58.5 cm (measured center-to-center)
- Rear Hub Spacing: 121 mm
Restoration Potential & Compatibility
Whether you are assembling a classic randonneur setup (translated as touring bike in English) or an elite vintage racer, this Mercier frame accommodates era-specific components. If you require alternative sizing or similar classic framesets from this era, consider exploring the Mercier Reynolds 531 57x57.5cm Frame or the slightly larger Mercier Reynolds 531 61x59cm Frame to achieve your precise fitment requirements.
FAQ
What is the exact seat tube measurement for this Mercier frame?
The seat tube measures 59 cm, taken from the center of the bottom bracket spindle to the top of the seat tube collar.
Are there any structural defects, cracks, or dents on this frame?
This is a used item. Major defects like structural cracks or bends are not present unless specified. Please consult all product photographs closely as they represent the exact condition of the frame.
What is the rear dropout spacing of this Mercier frameset?
The rear dropout spacing is 121 mm, which is standard for classic 5-speed or 6-speed vintage road hubs.
