How can I tell if a bike is vintage?

To tell if a bicycle is vintage, first look for a serial number or manufacturer's label. If you locate one or both, use the information as the basis for online research. Also, examine the parts. If you see a friction shifter, your bike was likely made before 1984. Suspension forks usually indicate a manufacturing date of 1990 or later. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage bicycles.

Vintage Raleigh Bikes

Original Vintage Bike Advertising Poster Raleigh Country All Steel Bicycle

Located in London, GB

Original vintage advertising poster - Enjoy the Country on a Raleigh The All-Steel Bicycle The more

1950s British Vintage Raleigh Bikes

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Paper

Original Vintage Bike Advertising Poster Raleigh Country All Steel Bicycle

$752

H 10.24 in W 24.81 in D 0.04 in

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Original Vintage Bike Poster Be Modern Ride a Raleigh The All-Steel Bicycle Art

Located in London, GB

Original vintage bike advertising poster for the British bicycle manufacturer Raleigh (founded 1885

1950s British Vintage Raleigh Bikes

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Bike Poster Be Modern Ride a Raleigh The All-Steel Bicycle Art

H 29.93 in W 19.69 in D 0.04 in

Original Vintage Bike Poster Be Modern Ride A Raleigh The All-Steel Bicycle Art

Located in London, GB

Original vintage bike advertising poster for the British bicycle manufacturer Raleigh (founded 1885

1950s Vintage Raleigh Bikes

Materials

Paper

Original Vintage Bike Poster Be Modern Ride A Raleigh The All-Steel Bicycle Art, 1950s

H 29.93 in W 19.69 in

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How can I tell if a bike is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To tell if a bicycle is vintage, first look for a serial number or manufacturer's label. If you locate one or both, use the information as the basis for online research. Also, examine the parts. If you see a friction shifter, your bike was likely made before 1984. Suspension forks usually indicate a manufacturing date of 1990 or later. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage bicycles.