David G’s Czech Favroit 10-speed

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Year: circa late 70’s early 80’s? Make: Favorit Model: ? My great uncle purchased this bike in the late 70’s possibly early 80’s.  It has been sitting in his garage ever since and only used several times by him.  The tires still had the rubber flaking on them from when they where made! Recently I was in need of a back-up bike. The back-up now is my main ride.  Everything is original other then the seat, and toe cages.  He has the original seat which I plan to put on the bike.  So much fun to ride! Looking for any information on this bike if you can help.

Thanks David

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  • older1

    Nice bike, David, and in such good condition!
    The rear dropout in the photo appears cast (or forged), not seen on lower-quality frames, lugged or welded. Also, the rims appear to be alloy, and possibly the hubs, which are quick-release, so you’ve definitely got an above-average OTS!

  • Spike

    Nice. The Czechs always made nice stuff, even when they were Communists. This looks like a quality bike. The Favorit copy of the French Simplex derailleur is particularly interesting. Too bad it doesn’t have the bizarre Favorit “Centric” brakes, those were cool.

  • George

    Hi David,

    That’s a great bike. My father had bought me one like this back in 1976 as a present for bringing good exam marks. Are you interested in selling this bike? If yes I would like to buy it for purely emotional reasons.