Vitus 979

Description

This is perhaps the finest like-new condition Vitus 979 road bike for sale anywhere. Early 1980s Vitus road bike with advanced lightweight aluminum frame and fork construction, stunning original condition including anodized frame tubes, decals, and stenciled Vitus name. Extremely low mileage on the bike and no discernible wear on any components. Full Dura Ace 12 speed indexed group set (great shifting), including brakes, front and rear derailleurs, crankset, wheels, headset and pedals. Campagnolo seatpost.
Frame size is 56cm center-to-top, suitable for riders 5'9" to 6' in height. These bikes were raced very successfully by many professional teams in the 1980s and have become quite collectible because of their light weight, great ride quality, and racing pedigree. Exceptionally lightweight for a vintage bike at 20.3 lbs. complete, including pedals.
Here are a few articles on the bike:
https://on-the-drops.blogspot.com/2016/12/the-peugeot-px-10du-vitus-979.html
http://www.bicyclingaustralia.com.au/bikes/retro-review-the-legendary-vitus-979
https://vitusbikes.com/pages/history
The bike just received a complete professional tuneup including the following:
- Front and rear derailleur adjustment
- Front and rear brake adjustment
- Front and rear wheel truing and hub adjustment
- Full drivetrain lubrication
- Full cleaning
- New handlebar tape
- New Jagwire brake cables
The Vitus is an opportunity to own a great riding vintage road bike that will continue to appreciate in value. Asking 00 or best reasonable offer.