For Sale: Batavus Professional - Campag Athena, 531 - 57cm

SOLD, SOLD, SOLD

Stunning example of a Batavus Professional, Hollands biggest rival to the Gazelle Champion Mondial and easily on par.

Size is 57cm x 56cm (ct x cc). At 5'11" it fits me perfectly.

Paint is a beautiful metalic blue with very few marks on it, although it is about 25 years olds so does have a few nicks here and there. There are also 4 tiny, tiny dents on the seatstays which were probably caused by a saddle bag rack or something, hardly notice and are obviously not anything to be concerned about (took pics but don't know if you'll be able to see them, I can send you high res pics if you like)

The groupset is a complete 1st Gen Campagnolo Athena which is in great condition with just a little rubbing on the rear brake (probably from the same thing that dented the stays) and a tiny amount of rust on the usual places on the brakes.

I have sourced those tiny little inserts in the brake levers and got some new plugs for the top of the levers too. I've also mounted a brand new Turbo saddle. Front tyre is pretty much new, rear is ok.

Runs beautifully the only thing I would like to mention is that the chain can float between gears. This isn't a problem and as you get used to where the friction gears are you'll flick straight in no problem. As I said not a problem at all but just mentioned it for the sake of honesty.

I'd like £450 posted (within UK)

Full spec:

Size: 57cm x 56cm (ct x cc)

Frame: Batavus Professional - Reynolds 531 Pro tubing
Fork: Reynolds 531 Pro

Headset: Campagnolo Athena

Stem: 3T
Handlebar: 3T Super Competizione
Tape: New holey white Fizik
Calipers: Campagnolo Athena
Brake Levers: Campagnolo Athena

Seatpost: Campagnolo Athena
Saddle:New White Turbo

Gear Levers:Campagnolo Athena - Friction
Front derailleur: Campagnolo Athena
Rear derailleur: Campagnolo Athena

Chain: New KMC
Freewheel: Regina 6 speed
Bottom Bracket: Campagnolo Athena
Crankset: Campagnolo Athena
Chainrings: 42, 52

Pedals: Look
Hubs: Campagnolo Athena
Rims: Mavic MA2
Tyres: Continentals - Front is almost new.

Loads of pictures here: http://s597.photobucket.com/albums/tt55/Telsun/Batavus/Pro%20Athena/

I will be the first to say Tel,
f*ck me, she's a beaut!
(and my size too)

I'll second that.. I would've believed you if you said it came straight from the wrapper to photograph.. The rubber line on the seam of the tire isn't even worn!

Thanks guys. Yes it is certainly in fantastic condition, in all honesty the pics do not do it justice....

That's a beautiful bike and a fair price.

Have a bump.

very nice tel...

Bat loyalty...another bump for a beut of a bike and for what you are getting [531 Pro]...great price.

Who ever buys this won't be sorry.

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Lovely!

Thanks people. I really should try to take some better pictures....

Just wanted to add that EU postage (outside of UK) is avaliable for an additional £20.

I have a Bat Pro in Columbus fatboy (SLX) - & that is a dream to ride.

Underpriced Tel

Thanks. I did think that someone would have snapped it up by now. Last chance before I offer it on other forums...

interested if still available?

It's as good as sold, the guy should be picking it up on Sunday. If it falls through I will let you know.

please do! beautiful bike. thanks

Crikey Tel, another beauty...

She's my wife now Dave.

Like it!!!!
Batavus and Gazelle are my Dutch favorit marks.