Hello,
I am new to this forum so my apologies if I have crossed any usual protocols. I'm trying to sell a Thorn Mercury on behalf of on behalf of the estate of a very good late friend; my recent attempt to sell the bike on eBay resulted in failure.
A member of this forum kindly pointed out the frame was made by K Sayles. The frame number is: 8091431 KS.
The bike is approximately 12-14 years old and in good condition but does have a couple of scratches that do go to the metalwork.
Dave Pountney (late owner) maintained the hub using the correct Rohloff Hub oil. The oil is due a change and 25ml of hub and cleaning oil will be supplied on purchase.
Measurements.
1. Seat tube. Centre of top tube to centre of BB is 450mm
2. Top Tube. Centre of seat tube to centre of head tube is 580mm
3. Head tube. Bottom of bottom race to top of top race is 130mm
4. Spacers of 100mm and stem stack of 40mm reaches top of steering column.
5. Top of saddle to top of pedal is 900mm when saddle is level with handlebars.
6. Stand over height at middle of top bar is 750mm and front is 800mm.
The owner of this bike stood appx. 5'9" tall.
Components.
Brakes, crank set and front hub are Shimano XTR.
Rims; front is Mavic Open Pro and rear DT Swiss (wheels were built by St John Street Cycles).
"Bespoke"
The frame is very unusual in that it has 700cc front wheel clearance front and 26" rear (max tyre width is done 32mm)
Rear wheel is mounted with horizontal dropouts so dispensing with the usual eccentric bottom bracket .
Unlike on eBay the bike will be sold with an Abus rear rack and pedals.
I am looking for offers in the region of £850 (less than eBa given no fees are payable)
I will happily supply photos to people that are interested in purchasing the bike. I live near Malvern and would prefer the purchaser to collect but postage can be arranged at a cost of £50 (UK mainland only).
Please send me a message if you are genuinely interested in the bike.
Many thanks.
Ron
