KESTREL 4000 1987-89

i have a full assembled kestrel 4000 with shimano 600 components
with mavic ma40 fairly new tires , bontrager seat, bike has been in storage
looking to sell bike is in perfect working order

My father has an original 1987 Kestrel 4000, needs new tires but otherwise in great shape. Can get further details if you're still interested!

Hi,
Thanks a lot for your reply [IMG]../../../img/vbsmilies/smilies/smile.gif[/IMG]
I just found a Kestrel and decided to buy it, because it was the only offer so far..unfortunately not in good condition.
Now I have to see if I can restore it properly....
But if it won`t work..i`ll definitely get back to you!

*Fab

If your still after one, im finally selling mine
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ultegra wheels, sora 8 speed, a few nicks n chips here and there but a great ride still

Hello,
I am interested in buying your Kestrel 4000. My phone number is 714-553-2891, my email is: "][email hidden]. Please let me know if you still have it for sale, thanks.
-Max

Hey there i know that your post is over a year old but is there any chance you till might have/be selling the kestrel? you reply would be greatly appreciated,
thanks,
eddie.

I have a Kestrel 4000 I'm looking to sell, email for pictures or to make an offer. [email hidden]

I have a Kestrel 4000, 1987ish and I'm looking to restore it to its former glory... The problem is, I need parts! Front and rear derailluer, cable stops, the mounting bracket for the front derailluer..... any one have some parts they are looking to sell or know where I can find them? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Hello,

Just joined this forum. Though your message is old, I do own a 1987 Kestrel 4000, white with full Dura Ace. I am the second owner. If still looking please email.

Regards,

Bruce

I'm looking for a Kestrel 4000 1987-89 in size 58. If anyone has one please contact me...
Thanks.

Are you still looking for a Kestrel 4000 ? I have one Serial # 321. Let me know if you're interested.

Jomo

I have Kestrel 4000 size 58cm with Campy parts. I believe it's 1987. The serial # is 10321 (think the 10 is added and 321 represents production number) Contact me if interested.

Jomo254

I own a Kestrel 4000 1987 model. The seat post measures 61 cm, but the top tube is 58 cm. I am 5' 10" and the bike fits me perfect. This Kestrel has full Dura Ace from headset, down tube shifters, crank, chain rings, front and rear derailleur, hubs laced to Campy period wheels.

Jomo254 said:

Are you still looking for a Kestrel 4000 ?  I have one Serial # 321.  Let me know if you're interested. Jomo

Could you please send me some pictures with any scratches if there are any. Please tell me how much you want for it. Thank you. Ron

Could you please send me some pictures with detail shots of any scratches if there are any. Please tell me how much you want for it. Thank you. Ron

Let me take a few photos. I'll send more details today. Leaving for a bike ride now.

Hello Jomo254,

Let me be honest about this Kestrel 4000 before I spend time taking and sending photos. First, I am the second owner. It is a 1987 model and it has full Dura Ace groupo. The fork is steel not carbon and offers a smoother ride. I have owned the bike for two years. I took the bike to my mechanic for an overhaul. He took the bike completely apart, cleaned and greased all parts that require it. When he took off the bottle cages he noticed that a half inch crack occurred where the top screw holds the bottle cage. He is knowledgeable regarding bike frames and said that that small crack would be equivalent to a scab forming on a person's skin. The skin still functions despite a scab. I have ridden at least a thousand miles on this Kestrel and the small crack has not increased nor has it impacted my riding.

As for price. I paid $1000.00 for this bike. I will sell this Kestrel for the same price. Again this Kestrel has all Dura Ace from this time period. It is a six-speed with down tube shifters that can go to index shifting. The handle bar is Cinelli and the saddle is a white leather Concor saddle from the 1980s. The wheels are Campy Omega clincher laced to Dura Ace hubs that are incredibly smooth and quiet.

If you are still interested after reading my description, I will send you photos. There are many "cool factors" about this Kestrel but two that stand out for me are: this bike was made in the United States. How many people own a bike made in the United States? Second, this bike is historic as it is the first fully carbon frame bike. When other cyclist see this bike and I tell them it is a 1987 model, they cannot believe it is that old yet looks as if new.

Regards,

Bruce

Hi Bruce, Thank you for your info. I've decided to find one near me at this stage. I appreciated your reply! Ron