1986 Redline RL-20II 
#1 2012-06-06 2:04am
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1986 Redline RL-20II
1986 Redline RL-20II
My Grail
Here is my grail. A stunning example of BMX Freestyle genius, the 1986 (turquoise) Redline RL-20II -- often imitated, but never replicated, and the sweetest 20' ever made. I am not the original owner, as like most of you I grew up without means and could only drool over pics. I picked it up on eBay a couple of years ago, and outside of wrench marks on the stem it was almost new.
Not much else to say, thanks for checking it out, and there are larger pics are embedded in the discussion thread.
You know that metal plate in my head? I had to have it replaced because every time Catherine revved up the microwave I'd piss my pants and forget who I was for a half-hour or so. So, over at the VA they had to replace it with a plastic one and it ain't as strong. So, I don't know if I ought to go sailing down no hill with nothing between the ground and my brain but a piece of government plastic.
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#2 2012-06-06 5:42am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
Absolutely beautiful!! I would love one of these as well! Great grab, just amazing!
Add some more bigger pictures in the comments, so we can really enjoy this beauty!
Most of my stuff will be for sale soon!
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#3 2012-06-06 5:49am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
Sehr geiles Rad. Gruß in die Schwyz!
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#4 2012-06-06 7:15am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
That is SWEEEET! That might be my favorite bike of all time! Nice find, super rare and in excellent shape. Hold onto it 15 more years and it will pay for your 4 year olds college fund! Awesome.
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#5 2012-06-06 7:52am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
Thanks to all. Glad I finally got around to registering her.
1. Yes, a fantastic find to say the least. I was waiting about five years for one to turn up in this condition. Again thank God for the internet and eBay.
2. Ja, ich wohne im Kanton Zug. Aber es ist nur für das vergangene Jahr gewesen, und mein Deutsch ist ziemlich schlecht. Alle sagen, dass ich wahrscheinlich der einzige RL-20II in der Schweiz!
3. Thanks, I think the only AAA rated investment security these days are classic 80s bikes in near mint condition. More valuable than first Superman comic ...
As for pics, here's a few I took of it last weekend. Of course Swizerland is the Oregon of Europe, so the light sucked, will post more when/if it's sunny.
Last edited by Black_and_Blue (2012-07-16 11:56am)
You know that metal plate in my head? I had to have it replaced because every time Catherine revved up the microwave I'd piss my pants and forget who I was for a half-hour or so. So, over at the VA they had to replace it with a plastic one and it ain't as strong. So, I don't know if I ought to go sailing down no hill with nothing between the ground and my brain but a piece of government plastic.
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#6 2012-06-06 8:00am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
Beautiful and my favorite color combo of any RL-20II . Great job . 
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#7 2012-06-06 8:05am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
Black_and_Blue wrote:
Thanks to all. Glad I finally got around to registering her.
1. Yes, a fantastic find to say the least. I was waiting about five years for one to turn up in this condition. Again thank God for the internet and eBay.
2. Ja, ich wohne im Kanton Zug. Aber es ist nur für das vergangene Jahr gewesen, und mein Deutsch ist ziemlich schlecht. Alle sagen, dass ich wahrscheinlich der einzige RL-20II in der Schweiz!
3. Thanks, I think the only AAA rated investment security these days are classic 80s bikes in near mint condition. More valuable than first Superman comic ...
As for pics, here's a few I took of it last weekend. Of course Swizerland is the Oregon of Europe, so the light sucked, will post more when/if it's sunny.
http://i1058.photobucket.com/albums/t41 … G_0477.jpg
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http://i1058.photobucket.com/albums/t41 … G_0467.jpg
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http://i1058.photobucket.com/albums/t41 … G_0457.jpg
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There we go... WOW! So nice!!
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#8 2012-06-06 8:27am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
Few more ....
You know that metal plate in my head? I had to have it replaced because every time Catherine revved up the microwave I'd piss my pants and forget who I was for a half-hour or so. So, over at the VA they had to replace it with a plastic one and it ain't as strong. So, I don't know if I ought to go sailing down no hill with nothing between the ground and my brain but a piece of government plastic.
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#9 2012-06-06 8:49am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
One of my favorite colors on one of my favorite bikes. Killer man!!!!
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#10 2012-06-06 9:17am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
A 80's freestyle icon! Love the color. Looks to be in stunning condition. Congratulations on the score!
Great pics too!!!
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#11 2012-06-06 9:29am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
Thanks fellas ... it definitely puts me in my happy place.
You know that metal plate in my head? I had to have it replaced because every time Catherine revved up the microwave I'd piss my pants and forget who I was for a half-hour or so. So, over at the VA they had to replace it with a plastic one and it ain't as strong. So, I don't know if I ought to go sailing down no hill with nothing between the ground and my brain but a piece of government plastic.
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#12 2012-06-06 9:32am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
:PThat is one fine specimen! Just shorten the rear brake cable to achieve perfection! 
Escaped Detroit and lived to tell about it...
My main ride: '88 RL-20II survivor.
Once, there was group ride in Billings Montana...only one dude showed up...
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#13 2012-06-06 10:55am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
No way it let's me do two boomerangs 
You know that metal plate in my head? I had to have it replaced because every time Catherine revved up the microwave I'd piss my pants and forget who I was for a half-hour or so. So, over at the VA they had to replace it with a plastic one and it ain't as strong. So, I don't know if I ought to go sailing down no hill with nothing between the ground and my brain but a piece of government plastic.
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#14 2012-06-06 11:03am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
My Grail color and all, looks great!!!!!! Enjoy!!!!!Very Cool!
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#15 2012-06-06 12:39pm
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
absolutly sick head to toe very nice dude:)
catalog bikes bore me....mash it up mon
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#16 2012-06-06 12:41pm
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
wow!..its perfect..almost makes me wanna cry..lol
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#17 2012-06-06 1:33pm
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
that is very nice ,,,,,,,,,LOVE IT..
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#18 2012-07-16 11:59am
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
As promised, new pics added (threaded into other ones above) ...
You know that metal plate in my head? I had to have it replaced because every time Catherine revved up the microwave I'd piss my pants and forget who I was for a half-hour or so. So, over at the VA they had to replace it with a plastic one and it ain't as strong. So, I don't know if I ought to go sailing down no hill with nothing between the ground and my brain but a piece of government plastic.
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#19 2012-07-16 12:16pm
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Re: 1986 Redline RL-20II
Very nice enjoy!
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