High-Performance Vintage French Engineering
This classic Peugeot PY10 steel frame represents the pinnacle of professional racing design from the golden era of European cycling. Built with extra-lightweight Reynolds 531 double-butted tubes, fork blades, and stays, this frame offers an exceptional balance of lateral rigidity and vertical compliance. Designed for 700C (622mm) wheels, it provides the precise handling characteristics sought after by vintage bicycle collectors and restorers.
Technical Advantages & Compatibility
Equipped with traditional French dimensions, this frame features a 35x100 "French" thread bottom bracket shell, requiring period-correct French-threaded components for assembly. The rear dropouts are spaced at 120 mm, making it perfectly suited for classic 5-speed drivetrains. If you are planning a complete high-end restoration project, you can complement this chassis with a matching Vintage Bicycle Handlebar or explore our other historic offerings like the slightly larger Peugeot PY10 56cm Frame to match your exact sizing requirements.
Technical Specifications
- Matter: Steel
- Size: 54
- Thread (bottom bracket): 35x100 "French"
- Diamètre: 700C - 622mm
- Numéro de pièce fabricant: 0000
- Pays d'origine: FRANCE
- Rear Spacing: 120 mm
- Weight: 2185 g
FAQ
What bottom bracket thread standard does this frame use?
This frame is built with a classic 35x100 French thread bottom bracket shell, which requires a specific French-threaded bottom bracket cup set for proper installation.
What is the rear hub spacing for this chassis?
The rear dropouts are spaced at 120 mm, designed to accommodate classic 5-speed vintage freewheel hubs.
Are the fork and frame made of the same tubing?
Yes, this is a full Reynolds 531 frame set, meaning both the main tubes and the fork blades are constructed from Reynolds 531 steel alloy.
