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#1 2009-08-22 7:36pm

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1986 Redline RL-20II

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1986 Redline RL-20II

All Chrome RL-20II Rider

This build began as a project to replicate the bike I owned BITD (an original all turquoise RL-20II) which I truly loved. That bike fit my stature to a T! It was probably a result of seeing the photo of RL in Paris on this bike that I had to have one. I loved Redlines and this one with the 5" head tube, ideal geometry, wrap around double top tubes and smooth looking built in frame standers at the chain stays, was perfection to me! This build utilized a combination of used, new and NOS parts.
As much as I rode my RL22 BITD, I really wanted one that I could ride today. I got this one (originally radberry) RL which was stripped to Chrome prior to my acquisition with the plans of powdering it. I got it from Paul (Bronxstyer), who got it from Brian (SmokinEndo). Soon after, the white one became available and I thought of selling this one. Then the thought of having a rider in which I didn't have to worry about the finish or parts began appealing to me! So I began accumulating all chrome parts for this one and the last touch I added was the chrome survivor bars.
I'm amazed at how well this thing stops on a dime and everyone that rides it compliments me on the brakes. The chrome rims help as well as the linear brake cables, but I'm still using the stock white DC pads! All in all, she turned out as great as I hoped and there's no fear of scratching or dropping it. I hope you enjoy this bling rider build!
Parts & Specs:
Frame: 1986 Redline RL-20II Serial#:
Fork: 1988 Redline RL-20
Tubes: 100% Cro-Mo
Handlebars: Redline Forklifter Freestyle bars
Stem: Original Hutch Western H freestyle stem (polished)
Grips: A'me Tri's in Grey
Seatpost: GT laid back post
Seat: New school Redline padded seat in Black w/grey trim
Seatpost clamp: Suntour polished
Levers: NOS Dia-Compe tech 5's
Front brake/pads: Dia-Compe 883 Nippon w/Weinmann -micro adjuster and white DC pads
Rear brake/pads: Dia-Compe 883 Nippon w/Weinmann -micro adjuster and white DC pads
Gyro: N/A Gyro
cables: N/A
Brake cable, front & rear: Kink Linear in grey
Headset: Chrome Bear trap 2
Cranks: Redline 401 Flight Cranks (Single pinch full wrap) in chrome
Pedals: Mint Silver GT Platform pedals
Front sprocket: Redline Flight Sprocket (mirror polished)
Chain: Chrome KKT
Rear sprocket/cog: 16T Shimano
Wheels: Peregrine Super Pros with Chrome Araya 7X 48's
Pegs: Redline fork pegs
Tires: New Oddyssey tires Tubes: 20 x 1.75 w/silver caps
Thanks for looking!


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#2 2009-08-22 7:43pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

awesome build marcus , very nice , love the chrome big_smile

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#3 2009-08-22 7:45pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

So awesome, love the hutch stem.


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#4 2009-08-22 8:13pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

Thanks again guys! Most people were shocked that this was my rider, but why not?! I got the stem from a member here when he was selling 4 (2 silver and 2 white). I just want to add a chrome Hutch 2-n-1 to raise the bars about an inch and a half so that it feels like my RL from back in the day. That bike (in my avatar) had the forklifter stem which obviously adds a rise to the bars.

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#5 2009-08-22 8:21pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

BTW, i built these rims after buying the complete set from Ernie (O.G. RL20II)! big_smile Yes, I'm quite proud of that accomplishment. These were the first pair of 48 Spoke wheels that I've built.

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#6 2009-08-22 9:59pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

Awesome build Marcus, love the fact this is your rider and not just a carpet queen.

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#7 2009-08-22 10:13pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

The chrome rider rocks! Awesome build

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#8 2009-08-23 2:44am

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

It came out great Marcus. This bike rides even better than it looks. big_smile

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#9 2009-08-23 8:32am

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

dope build man, the bike looks awesome!

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#10 2009-08-23 10:47am

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

Thanks Mike, Paul, Sathoprime and mdf! Paul, I agree that it rides real sweet and I couldn't be happier with a rider!

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#11 2009-08-23 3:20pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

Seat: New school Redline padded seat in Black w/grey trim.....I Hate It!!!!!!! The Rest Is Perfect............. big_smilebig_smilebig_smilebig_smilebig_smile



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#12 2009-08-23 5:02pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

This one.....  this is the one....   I just drooled all over your other one...  but the chrome rider, now there it is. 

Dang man...  That thing is perfect!

NEED!!!

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#13 2009-08-23 5:04pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

Dirty Habits wrote:

Seat: New school Redline padded seat in Black w/grey trim.....I Hate It!!!!!!! The Rest Is Perfect............. big_smilebig_smilebig_smilebig_smilebig_smile



~Chucky~

LOL! Thanks Chucky! I knew the seat would rub some the wrong way, but my ass isn't what it used to be!!! lol Our cheeks were calloused from all of that riding we did when we were younger, but now i need some padding! big_smile Your honesty is certainly appreciated. wink

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#14 2009-08-23 5:05pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

Now that's class, right there! big_smile

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#15 2009-08-23 5:05pm

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Thanks Five and Roboprop!

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#16 2009-08-23 7:18pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

Reminds me of mine Marcus
Looks great, BTW are those the Decals from AJK ?

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#17 2009-08-23 8:23pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

Thanks Craig! No, these are the cheapo decals and I'm still waiting for the AJK decals.

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#18 2009-08-23 8:29pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

Just sent AJK an Email looking for an update as it's been a few weeks now.
Still looks good though even if their the Cheapo repops.

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#19 2009-08-23 9:32pm

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RL Craig wrote:

Just sent AJK an Email looking for an update as it's been a few weeks now.
Still looks good though even if their the Cheapo repops.

Yeah, I'm still waiting...thanks!

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#20 2009-08-24 10:52am

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

the chrome makes this so killer! i really like it dude! sweet rider! coolcoolcoolcoolcoolrollcoolcoolcool

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#21 2009-08-24 1:41pm

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trk2ajk wrote:

the chrome makes this so killer! i really like it dude! sweet rider! coolcoolcoolcoolcoolrollcoolcoolcool

Thanks man! I think the chrome makes it look sleeker! lol

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#22 2009-08-24 11:44pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

very very nice marcus. U did an amazing job on this redline. One of the cleanest all chrome ones ive seen in awhile. Job well done bro.

Do work son!

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#23 2009-08-25 10:03am

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duziduzit25 wrote:

very very nice marcus. U did an amazing job on this redline. One of the cleanest all chrome ones ive seen in awhile. Job well done bro.

Thanks man! Have you seen my white one yet (the 87)?

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#24 2009-09-05 10:10pm

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

thats a very sweet redline

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#25 2009-09-06 11:21am

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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II

Thanks superdave!

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