Sold: $460 Buyer: United Kingdom
Sold: $500 Buyer: Austria
New Austro-Daimler Superleicht Carbon Di2 53cm frameset white road
Frame and Wheel is auctioning a new Austro-Daimler Superleicht Carbon Di2 53 cm frame set on the Frame and Wheel eBay Store. This frame set is one of eight “sample” Austro-Daimler Superleicht Carbon Di2 framesets. It has been in inventory for one year during which time Frame and Wheel has been working on the development of an eBay distribution channel, the construction of a current and informative website, and the build and test of the frame set as a fully built-up bike. This 53 cm frame set has never been built up and it has always been stored indoors. Please see a review about the fully built up bike at the Frame and Wheel blog. Please see additional images of the frame set at Frame and Wheel’s Flickr page. There is additional information about the frame set geometry and available sizes at the Frame and Wheel website.
The Privileges Remain the Same
The frame set is being auctioned in order to determine a market driven “price-point” for the other frame sets and future frame sets. Although you are obtaining your frame set on eBay in a no-reserve auction, you do not in any way forfeit privileges that you would expect from a traditional retailer or a big name bicycle brand. The frame sets are new and Frame and Wheel stands behind them. The only difference is that you are paying a market price for the frame set rather than a pre-determined price. Frame and Wheel offers a seven day money back return policy for all of its eBay transactions, and original owners of Austro-Daimler frame sets are eligible for the Frame and Wheel Credit or Cash program and the Frame and Wheel Clear Your Gear program. Please see the bottom of the description page for more information on both of these programs.
Austro-Daimler Superleicht Carbon Di2 frame set features
The frame set is designed for electronic shifting (Di2). Cable stops are absent and there are openings on the bottom bracket and the down tube for wires and junctions. The frame set features full internal cabling, pearl white paint finish, tapered head tube, oversized down tube, seat tube and chain stays, asymmetrical top tube, front and rear carbon drop outs, bolt-on front derailleur hanger for the front derailleur, replaceable rear derailleur hanger and English thread 68 mm bottom bracket. The frame set includes full carbon seat post, single bolt adjustable seat clamp, threadless sealed cartridge bearing head set assembly, alloy seat post collar, chain stay plate and “fishing-line” and fittings for Di2 installation. The serial number on the bottom of the bottom bracket reads CG1101003030. The serial number under the crown of the front fork reads CG1101003037. The frame set as shown weighs 1.70 kg or 3 pounds 12 ounces. The frame set is covered by Frame and Wheel’s Credit or Cash warranty program and is eligible for the Frame and Wheel Clear Your Gear program. Instructions included.
Review of condition
The frame set is in excellent condition. It is clean and ready for build. There are no scratches, chips or flaking in the finish of the frame. There are no cracks or bulges that raise concerns about the structural integrity of the frame or the fork. The rear drop outs are in alignment with the centerline of the frame and the rear derailleur hanger is straight and undamaged. There is no wear on the back side of the seat tube, under the down tube, along the chain stays or under the crown of the front fork. The front derailleur hanger is screwed securely to the seat tube and is undamaged. The steer tube is not cracked or flaking. The front fork has safety tabs. The crown race is mounted securely on the front fork and the headset is complete. There is no corrosion in the bottom bracket, on the crown race or in the water bottle bolts. The threads on the bottom bracket are not stripped.
For the build
The frame set is new and should be prepared and built-up by an experienced and skilled mechanic who is also familiar with installing Shimano Di2 components. The use of a drill is required to expand the opening at the top of the bottom bracket for the front derailleur cable. The bottom bracket and rear derailleur hanger threads should be chased and faced. Water bottle bolts and chain stay protector strip is not included. Frame and Wheel will be pleased to send the frame set directly to the independent bicycle dealer of your choice and will incentivize them to work with you. In this way you will be combining the value, convenience and selection of the Internet with the service, support and community of the local bike store.
Frame and Wheel conclusion
Frame and Wheel’s view is that the Austro-Daimler Superlecht Carbon Di2 frame set will suit the performance cyclist who seeks to up grade to a stiff and light frame set that is designed explicitly for electronic shifting. It might suit the masters category cyclist who raced an Austro-Daimler Superleicht thirty years ago and seeks to vicariously relive the glory of his golden youth. It may also suit the younger rider who seeks something competitive and current in terms of technology, but with a classic European voice. Built up with carbon tubular wheels and a Shimano Dura-Ace 7900 group set, the frame set becomes a bicycle that will allow the new owner to achieve these wants and desires and perhaps a few heroic wins or flyers. The new owner for a time will also be one of two riders in the world riding an Austro-Daimler Superleicht Carbon Di2 road bike. Frame and Wheel is very happy to have some company.
Specifications:
Brand: Austro-Daimler
Model: Superleicht Carbon Di2
Size: 53 cm
Color: White
Frame material: carbon
Frame serial number: CG1101003030
Fork material: carbon
Fork model: Austro-Daimler 37SL
Design: compact geometry road
Wheel size: 700c
Frame and Wheel rating: Excellent condition
Following measurements are by Frame and Wheel
Total weight: 1.70 kg / 3 pounds 12 ounces (frame: 1,000 g fork: 370 g seat post: 210 g headset components: 120 g).
Center of BB to top of seat tube: 53 cm (c-t)
Effective top tube length: 54.0 cm (c-c)
Head tube length: 14.0 cm
Head tube angle: 72.0 degrees
Seat tube angle: 74.0 degrees
Chain stay length: 41.0 cm
Front center: 59.0 cm
Bottom bracket drop: 6.8 cm
Wheel base: 99.0 cm
Stack: 54.7 cm
Reach: 37.2 cm
Front fork
Model: Austro-Daimler 37SL: white finish, carbon drop outs, safety tabs.
Weight: 370 g
Front fork length: 37.0 cm
Steer tube serial number: MR-101625 CGF11R 1009136
Crown serial number: CG1101003037
Steer tube material: carbon
Steer tube diameter: 1 1/8 inch to 1 1/4 inch
Steer tube length: 30.0 cm (base of crown race to top) uncut
Crown race diameter: 30 mm
Drop outs: carbon
Brake type: caliper
Seat post:
Model: Austro-Daimler carbon seat post
Seat clamp type: GLC single bolt / thumb wheel bolt
Seat clamp material: alloy
Post material: carbon
Weight: 210 g
Offset: 25.0 mm
Post diameter: 31.6 mm
Length: 350 mm (bottom to center rails) uncut
Finish: White with Austro-Daimler logo
Other specifications
Seat post collar: alloy single bolt 34.9 mm
Bottom bracket: English standard 68 mm (1.370 inch x 24 tpi)
Headset: OEM integrated sealed cartridge bearings (upper) 7H x 41.8 x 30.2 x 45 x 45 (lower) 47 x 35 x 45 x 45 (1 1/8 inch upper to 1 1/4 inch lower)
Spacers: not included
Drop outs: rear: vertical carbon front: standard carbon
Rear derailleur hanger: alloy replaceable
Front derailleur hanger: threaded mount, alloy for braze-on
Cabling: internal top tube, down tube and chain stay
Rear fork spacing: 130 mm
Front fork spacing: 100 mm
Frame and Wheel Credit or Cash Program
Frame and Wheel has observed through its secondary market business that many cyclists tire of their performance carbon frame sets after about three years and replace them with newer or different models. The old frame sets are either sold on eBay, allowed to collect dust in the basement indefinitely or sent to the landfill. Thus, the origination of the Frame and Wheel Credit or Cash program. This program allows the original owner of an Austro-Daimler frame set to return it to Frame and Wheel for what ever reason (crash damage, normal wear and tear, defect, product evolution, upgrade, etc.) in return for a credit towards a new frame set or an outright market driven cash payment. This program is easier to understand and manage than existing warranty and crash replacement programs, it creates value and satisfaction for customers and it does something for sustainability.
Frame and Wheel Clear Your Gear
Please send your old frame set or any other unused or unwanted cycling equipment to Frame and Wheel Auction Services in the box in which you receive your new Austro-Daimler frame set. Shipping is paid by Frame and Wheel and Federal Express will pick up the box from your location. All you have to do is stick the label on the box and call Federal Express. Frame and Wheel Auction Services will auction your old items on your behalf and forward the proceeds to your Pay Pal account net of listing expenses and a commission (Please see Frame and Wheel Auction Services for more information about commissions). This program defrays the cost of your new Austro-Daimler frame set and reduces cycling equipment clutter in your home. It also allows for the sustainable use of Frame and Wheel’s custom made frame set boxes.
