BIANCHI Specialissima X4, Moreno Argentin tribute bike, 53cm (1986/87) – SOLD

Bianchi is the world’s oldest bicycle-making company still in existence, founded in 1885 by Eduardo Bianchi in Milan, Italy. No doubt, Bianchi is the pioneer of bicycle development since the beginning. They invented equal-sized wheels with pneumatic rubber tires in 1895, first bicycle ever featuring a cardan joint transmission in 1901 and front brake system in 1913.

Throughout Bianchi’s 130-year history, the Specialissima name has represented the pinnacle of the Italian legend’s road machine line-up. The ”Specialissima” was introduced in early 1960s as successor of famous ”Campione del mondo” model and remains Bianchi’s top model till today.

Some say the Bianchi X4 is the most perfect steel racing bike ever produced. The X4 was the last of the very famous Specialissma bikes produced by Bianchi before the company paired down the Specialissma look with early 90’s lugless and unicrown fork designs. For the dedicated Bianchi collector, the Bianchi X4 is high on the list of must have bikes. Bianchi produced the X4 in years between 1986 and 1991, as a development of the “Centenario 1985”. The early X4 was constructed from Columbus SLX, known as the best choice for professional racing. Some important details which makes the X4 so exclusive and desirable:

– Bianchi crest engraved in a chromed fork crown

– Bianchi special pantograph gold hand painted head badge

– Special Bianchi X4 investment cast lug set

– Squared brake bridge with pantograph “X4” on the right side

– Internally routed rear derailleur cable, routed through drive side chain stay

Moreno Argentin (born 17 December 1960) is an Italian former professional cyclist (from 1981 to 1994). Born in San Donà di Piave (Veneto), Argentin won stages in the Tour de France, the Giro d’Italia, and the Tour de Suisse. Known as Il Capo (“The Boss”), he won Liège–Bastogne–Liège four times, the La Flèche Wallonne three times, and the Tour of Flanders and Giro di Lombardia once. He became Italian national champion in 1983 and 1989, and world champion in 1986.

Moreno Argentin (Team Gewiss), early 1987

Proudly presenting this highly collectible racing machine – Bianchi Specialissima X4 Reparto Corse, Moreno Argentin tribute bike, which dates back in early 1987. Extraordinary frameset is made of Columbus SLX tubing shinning in iconic Team Gewiss paint job. Built with Campagnolo C-Record groupset, iconic Campagnolo Cobalto brakes, 3ttt Bianchi stem and handlebar, Turbo Special saddle. No much words needed.

A dream for every vintage bike collector. Fair price.

Frame & Fork: Bianchi Specialissima X4, Columbus SLX

Size:

– seat tube (c-t): 53 m

– top tube (c-c): 53 cm

– headset tube: 10.5 cm

– standover: 77.5 cm

Crankset: Campagnolo C-Record

Bottom Bracket: Campagnolo C-Record

Front Derailleur: Campagnolo C Record

Rear Derailleur: Campagnolo C Record

Shifters: Campagnolo C-Record

Brake Levers: Campagnolo C-Record

Brakes: Campagnolo Cobalto

Pedals: Campagnolo C-Record

Hubs: Campagnolo C-Record

Cassette: Regina CX

Seatpost: Campagnolo C-Record (27,2mm)

Saddle: Selle Italia Super Turbo

Stem: 3ttt Bianchi

Handlebar: 3ttt

Condition: Used, but very good condition. No dents, no cracks, not bent. Groupset and components are in excellent condition.

Year: 1986/87

Price: SOLD (May 2024)