mike said:I do not own a recumbent but think I would like one. I found this one
for sell but don't know what to offer. I know the seller, who used to
own a bike shop so I know the bike is in good repair.The sell sent me the following information.
My bike is a Vision USS (under seat stearing) 10 yr old, with XT
equipment which is excellent. Has thumb shifters. This bike is old, but
in excellent condition with good tires and brake pads. Remember once
you ride you will not go back...The price we can deal on, We can start
at about $700.00. The cost new was $2395.00Does anyone out there know if this bike is worth this much?
Is the bike a Vision R-40, R-42, R-44 or R-45? The R-44 and R-45 have a
Cro-Moly steel frame, while the other models (prior to 1999) had a
carbon steel frame and were considerably heavier. The price sounds
reasonable for an R-44 or R-45 in good condition, but high for one of
the lesser models.
Be aware that the older Vision SWB bicycles have rather quick handling,
and will be rather challenging for most inexperienced recumbent riders.
If you do not have recumbent riding experience, plan on doing your first
rides in quiet areas away from traffic, until you become comfortable
with the way the bike steers and balances. Patience may be required, but
do not give up if it seems too difficult - I though a 1998 SWB Vision
R-40 was un-rideable the first time I tried it, but was later able to
ride the same exact bike without problem.
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Tom Sherman - Near Rock Island