New Boardman SLR 8.6, OR, 2nd hand BMC SR01? Same price

[vickster]

I dont know which generation it is exactly within Ultegra. The bike was bought new in 2016 if that helps in any way.

Probably 10 speed 6700. Do you not have a photo of the bike? Google will unearth the model year and specs if you search the images.

 

[Logan03]

If you can get someone who knows about bikes it would be very useful. If you can’t you can do the following. Check the wheels are true by spinning them and check the spokes are tight. Hold the front brake on and move the bars back and forth, any play here or clonking indicates worn head bearings. Hold the crank and check for movement, any play indicates a worn bottom bracket. Eyeball the bike from the back and make sure the wheels line up. Check the tyres for wear and perishing. Finally ride it and make sure the gears shift cleanly and brakes operate well. Are you comfortable on it, not just the saddle but is the position good once you’ve set the saddle height? It’s quite a racy bike so might have a head down attitude. The Boardman is going to be less extreme and more relaxed.
Any wear or out of true wheels aren’t deal breakers but can be used to haggle down the price.
Good luck.

I have made a note of all your tips to use them as a checklist when I go view the bike tomorrow. Sharing some photos of the bike if you have any further thoughts.

I have to say I am blown away by the help I have received from everyone in this thread as a new member. I didn't think anyone would reply when I posted the question. Thanks again!

 

[Logan03]

Probably 10 speed 6700. Do you not have a photo of the bike? Google will unearth the model year and specs if you search the images

Yes. Some photos attached.

 

[vickster]

Looks like this one reviewed in 2010...so not sure how it can be a 2016?
http://www.cyclosport.org/11-Jan-20...rst-look-bmc-street-racer-sr01-163139999.html

it does look to be an old bike, not even Ultegra 6700

 

[All uphill]

My advice when you look at a used bike is to be ready to walk away if anything doesn't feel or look quite right with the bike or vendor.

Most of us have good instincts which can protect us if we dont let our heart lead us astray.

 

[Logan03]

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Looks like this one reviewed in 2010...so not sure how it can be a 2016?
http://www.cyclosport.org/11-Jan-20...rst-look-bmc-street-racer-sr01-163139999.html

it does look to be an old bike, not even Ultegra 6700

I just checked again and he said 2016. Strange!

 

[vickster]

The owner r

Great advice. I

I just checked again and he said 2016. Strange!

Does he have the receipt?

 

[Logan03]

Does he have the receipt?

This is what he sent to me. Coincidentally, the year could be interpreted as 2016 or 2010. A bit unclear!

 

[vickster]

That’s 10, maybe ask him to confirm, say you’ve done some research.
if it is 2010, that’s wayyy overpriced

 

[Logan03]

That’s 10, maybe ask him to confirm, say you’ve done some research.
if it is 2010, that’s wayyy overpriced

I did query it. He confirmed it was 2016. Screenshot attached

 

[vickster]

It does seem very suspicious, do some more research, see if you can find that model on any other websites

otherwise, just find something else 👍

 

[All uphill]

I did query it. He confirmed it was 2016. Screenshot attached

I would walk away from someone taking that approach.

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