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Blue Bianchi restored bike — Cap'n Jonny's restored 1968 Bianchi Rekord

Bianchi is one of the oldest and most celebrated bicycle brands in the world — but not every bike they built was destined for racing glory. The 1968 Rekord proves even their modest lineup has a story worth telling.

Orange and yellow Motiv bike in front of a landscaping background — Motiv bike restored, including colorful repainting and axle repair

If you follow my bike repair stories, you know that I am a sucker for bright shiny objects. Black is cool, but dayglow orange or any other bright color is more my thing.

I walked past this bike at the Bike Exchange for a couple of weeks. It was definitely my style, but a bit ragged-looking, and I was still working on the Electra Tattoo bike, so I let the Motiv sit.

Featured Bicycles

The Everyday Bianchi: A 1968 Rekord Gets the Love It Deserves

Cap'n Jonny's 1986 Motiv Sonora Restoration