1983 Cannondale ST-500 - Rebuilt & Ready Sport Touring Bike (55.5cm)
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About this product
A vintage 1983 Cannondale ST-500 Sport Touring Bike, rebuilt and ready for the road. This aluminum framed bike, in silver, features a 55.5cm frame suitable for unisex adults. It comes with 27-inch wheels and clincher tires. The bike is equipped with a 10-19 speed derailleur gear system, controlled by classic bar-end shifters. Braking is handled by caliper side-pull brakes, and it has no suspension, consistent with touring bikes of its era. This USA-made model is ideal for sport touring.
Our take
This rebuilt 1983 Cannondale ST-500 is a fantastic option for someone seeking a classic sport touring experience. The aluminum frame, a hallmark of Cannondale, offers durability without excessive weight for its time. I'm a fan of the bar-end shifters; they're precise and intuitive once you get used to them, providing a good range with its 10-19 speed setup. While the 27-inch wheels and caliper brakes are period-appropriate, they do mean a different feel compared to modern components. It's clearly ready to roll, and that 'rebuilt & ready' claim is a big plus for a vintage bike.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Rebuilt and ready for use
- Vintage 1983 USA-made model
- Durable aluminum frame
- Bar-end shifters for precision
- 10-19 speeds offer good range
Cons
- 27-inch wheel size is less common
- Caliper brakes are vintage technology
- No suspension for comfort
Specifications
- Handlebar Type Drop Bar
- Wheel Size 27 in
- Bike Type Touring Bike
- Color Silver
- Tire Type Clincher Tires
- Material Aluminum
Show all 19 specifications
- Number of Speeds
- 10-19 Speed
- Vintage
- Yes
- Brand
- Cannondale
- Model Year
- 1983
- Department
- Unisex Adults
- Custom-Built
- No
- Brake Type
- Caliper Brake - Side Pull
- Suspension Type
- No Suspension
- Model
- Cannondale ST-500
- Shifter Style
- Bar-End Shifter
- Gear Change Mechanism
- Derailleur Gears
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Frame Size
- 55.5cm
