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Private Classified => Bikes For Sale => Topic started by: Shackleton on December 09, 2013, 09:06:38 PM

Title: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale (SOLD)
Post by: Shackleton on December 09, 2013, 09:06:38 PM: I bought this off Bevis from this forum earlier this year. I've done about 700 miles on it since I bought it and haven't had any issues whatsoever. Amazing bike. Really fast, comfortable and responsive. Here's a copy/paste of the add that Bevis uploaded (hope you don't mind Bevis).

https://picasaweb.google.com/103306396772530832375/ThornRavenSportTour536L02?authuser=0&feat=directlink

Colour: Cobalt Blue
Hub: Rohloff speedhub
Height: Stand-over height (at head tube) = 807mm
Brakes: Shimano Deore LX M570 V-brakes & Deore M510 levers
Pedals: Shimano (M324) double sided pedals (open one side/ cleats other)
Handlebars:Silver alloy straight bars (with rubber bar ends and ergonomic grips added)
Saddle: San Marco Rolls

Condition: Excellent for its age
Mileage: Limited
Service history: Complete with Thorn since 2006 when purchased
Reason for sale: Replacing with a Thorn Raven for a round the world cycle

Asking Price: £825 (pick up in London or nearby)
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on January 17, 2014, 09:36:15 AM: I haven't had any buyers for this yet. Suprising at that price! Anyway, if anybody is interested I'm open to offers...

Brian
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: in4 on January 17, 2014, 09:39:09 AM: Its a 536L I think.
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: kevin on January 17, 2014, 10:24:06 AM: Hi Brian

I wasn't looking for a Raven Sport Tour but if you need to sell it quickly I will give you £650. I realise that's a significant reduction on your original asking price but its not my ideal bike and that would be my limit. Kevin
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on January 17, 2014, 12:39:55 PM: Hey Kevin,

I've had a few messages from interested people today so I'll hold off on that offer thanks. If I can't get close to £825 I'll build my own expedition bike using the rohloff on this bike and sell the Raven Sport Tour frame.

Thanks anyway!

Brian
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: kevin on January 17, 2014, 12:59:32 PM: Ok Brian. Good luck with you trip. kevin
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Donerol on January 17, 2014, 05:38:19 PM: I'm interested but would like to see picture(s) - the link in your first post doesn't work.
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on January 20, 2014, 09:29:06 AM: Hi Denerol,

Not sure why that link doesn't work for you as it works for me on mobile and on my computer. Anyway I'll attach the pics again to this message
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on January 20, 2014, 09:29:55 AM: oops. that was just the first one... here's some more...
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on January 20, 2014, 06:15:50 PM: here's some more pics I have just taken….
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on January 20, 2014, 06:17:02 PM: …here...
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on January 20, 2014, 06:18:12 PM: …and some more...
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on January 20, 2014, 06:19:01 PM: …and some more….
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: jags on January 20, 2014, 06:29:59 PM: fantastic bike and a great price kevin if you see this post get a loan of the rest of the money and buy its a steal. 8)
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: kevin on January 20, 2014, 08:36:54 PM: OK Jags Can you lend me the money????? Kevin
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: onrbikes on January 20, 2014, 08:38:22 PM: Be firm on that price Brian.

Its an excellent deal at that price.
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: jags on January 20, 2014, 09:15:59 PM: kevin i'de buy it meself if only i had the dosh.got to admit its a cracking bike at a super price. ;)
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Relayer on January 21, 2014, 09:17:30 AM: Quote from: Shackleton on January 17, 2014, 12:39:55 PM
If I can't get close to £825 I'll build my own expedition bike using the rohloff on this bike and sell the Raven Sport Tour frame.

Hi Brian

Remember that you can get your Rohloff converted to an EX Box, or even converted to take disc brakes, which would widen your options for an expedition bike build.

Hope this helps.
Jim
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on January 21, 2014, 12:40:46 PM: Cheers for the advice Jim. I think I might have a buyer for the whole bike so fingers crossed I won't need to start tinkering too much....

Thanks for the support Onrbikes!

Kevin and jags, keep up the banter it's keeping me very entertained...
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Hoodatder on January 22, 2014, 08:21:18 PM: Hi Shackelton,

Is it still for sale?
I am 5'8" with 29.5" / 30" inside leg - is this about the right size for me?
Will take 32mm tyres ok?

Thanks
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on January 23, 2014, 09:28:37 AM: Hi Hoodadter,

I have made an agreement with somebody to sell it. If the transaction falls through I'll let you know.

All the best,

Brian
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Hoodatder on January 23, 2014, 12:22:14 PM: Hi Shackelton,

Good luck with your sale

Hoodatder
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on January 24, 2014, 08:23:34 AM: Hi Hoodadter,

The bike is available again as the previous transaction fell through (the buyer has decided to save up for a brand new bike apparently).

Anyway, this bike is the perfect size for your height and it will take 32mm tires with plenty of space to spare.

If you are still interested let me know,

Brian
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Mart on February 01, 2014, 03:16:34 PM: Hi Shackleton

Is your bike still for sale?

Martin
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Shackleton on February 02, 2014, 10:21:48 AM: Hey Martin,

The bike has been sold already I'm afraid. Thanks for your interest and happy hunting!

Brian
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: ians on February 02, 2014, 11:54:37 AM: great news Brian.

ian
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Mart on February 02, 2014, 01:38:52 PM: No problemo Brian. Thanks for letting me know

Martin
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: in4 on February 03, 2014, 04:34:09 PM: There's a Nu Vinci equipped Nomad at SJS here for £1.2k. Do a bit of clever swopping and you have a nice Nomad and a great commuter for less than £2K. What's not to like?! Sell one on even!
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/thorn-nomad-mk2-nuvinci-n360-590l-black-touring-bike-new-prod33257/
Title: Re: Thorn Raven Sport Tour for Sale
Post by: Danneaux on February 03, 2014, 04:42:02 PM: Quote
Do a bit of clever swopping and you have a nice Nomad and a great commuter for less than £2K.
Ian...

I like the way you think. ;D

Best,

Dan.