1988 ST1000

Theironsausage

New Member
Hi all.

I got a very original (from what I can tell) ST1000 from my dad about 5 years ago. It’s still got the front and rear racks, and mudguards with it, and the shimano stuff is all there. I believe the seat’s been changed, and I had 1/8 wider, knobbier tires put on it to help deal with my local roads a little better. Long story short, I’ve used it three times in five years. I’m interested in selling it, but I’m not sure what it’s worth, and don’t really want to deal with the local low-balling craigslist clowns. I’d like to see it go to a good home and somebody who would appreciate it at a fair price to everyone.. The bike is black, and the serial number is 25022488102, which I believe means a 25” frame, made 2/24/88 #102.. my dad’s also noted in the paperwork that it’s top crossbar is 34 1/2” long.. He’s 6’4, I’m 6’6.. it’s a tall bike. The front racks and splash guards are separate, and are hanging in the garage, so they’re not in the pictures below. The bike’s been incredibly well taken care of by my dad, who rode it all of the time, and kept it stored in the garage. It’s been stored inside in my mud room since I’ve had it, and hasn’t seen any abuse that I know of.

What do you all think?

Matt
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black lightning 1987

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Looks to be original except for the saddle. I love the touring bikes for their versatility. Catalog lists the top tube for the 25" frame at 23.25", guessing there was a typo combined with a bit of measurement error.

Honestly hit and miss when it comes to value. I bought the same bike (27") in nicer condition on eBay a year ago for $180, seller delivered it to me within 20 miles of home. I thought that was a great deal. I would put it on eBay or CL for local pickup at $300-400 and be prepared to wait a while. Will sell better if you get a drop bar back on it, clean it up, etc.
 
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