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Kawasaki/Intense M1
Rare opportunity to own a very rare Team Frame.
During the late 90’s a number of race teams used the legendary Intense M1 either under normal Intense livery or painted/decaled up under other manufactures names.
The Frame is a ’98 Team only frame that was used by the UK based Kawasaki/Intense team. There were 5 riders on this team; Ali King, Steve Jones, Paul Garett, Nibs Kellett and Nigel Page.
The frame for sale here was Paul Garett’s frame. This can be verified by the frame number stamped in the bottom bracket shell being ‘Paul G’. I have also spoken to Paul who confirmed this was indeed his frame.
When this frame came into my hands it was in a very sorry state. It had been (very badly) powder coated white and was very badly scratched. I had the frame professionally powder coated Kawasaki green then the additional paintwork completed on top of this solid base. Unfortunately due its nature the top layers will tend to chip rather easily. The rear end has been polished up as it was originally.
New decals were made by a Crawford at CCA Signs.
I have had the Fox RC shock sent to Mojo for a full service.
The bearing have also been replaced and run smoothly.
Frame Only £450
I wanted to build the frame up as originally as possible within reason. The forks fitted are Boxxer 151’s. They also come with a Goldtech high rise top crown which has a slight crack in it, but does not affect its performance. These however could do with a service.
Wheels are Hope Bulb front and Hope XC rear. These are built onto Mavic 729s using DT Swiss Spokes. The Mavic 729 is the new name for the Mavic 321 as used by the team back in 98. On these are Tioga mud tyres, again of the same year. Hope QR to rear.
The Drivechain is made up of the following:
RaceFace Prodigy cranks.
MRP System 2 World Cup chain device.
DMR 38t Saturn Ring chain ring.
XTR Ti Cassette (8sp)
XTR Rear Mech
XT Right hand Shifter
Brakes are Hope M4’s. These come with Goodridge braided hoses. Plenty of life left in the pads. Front rotor is 205mm and rear 185mm.
Bars are Titec Ringleader and Stem is a Titec Hell Bent
RaceFace Real Seal Headset
Seat post is a Thomson Elite
Seat is a Selle Italia Flite with Kevlar reinforcement to the shoulders.
Also included is a spare rear seat stay for the frame. There is a slight dent in the drive-side seat stay currently fitted hence why I have this replacement. The replacement stay also has bosses for rear v/brakes or Magura hydraulic brakes.
Full Bike £900
I am currently in no hurry to move this bike on but I am in need of more space in the workshop so please, no silly offers.
Please note that due to the nature of this frame/bike I would prefer that it is bought by and enthusiast rather than someone who would ride this piece of Mountain Bike history in the ground
Any questions please feel free to ask.
Thanks
Chris
chrisj@foxeurope.com
07734 476 868
Kawasaki/Intense M1
Rare opportunity to own a very rare Team Frame.
During the late 90’s a number of race teams used the legendary Intense M1 either under normal Intense livery or painted/decaled up under other manufactures names.
The Frame is a ’98 Team only frame that was used by the UK based Kawasaki/Intense team. There were 5 riders on this team; Ali King, Steve Jones, Paul Garett, Nibs Kellett and Nigel Page.
The frame for sale here was Paul Garett’s frame. This can be verified by the frame number stamped in the bottom bracket shell being ‘Paul G’. I have also spoken to Paul who confirmed this was indeed his frame.
When this frame came into my hands it was in a very sorry state. It had been (very badly) powder coated white and was very badly scratched. I had the frame professionally powder coated Kawasaki green then the additional paintwork completed on top of this solid base. Unfortunately due its nature the top layers will tend to chip rather easily. The rear end has been polished up as it was originally.
New decals were made by a Crawford at CCA Signs.
I have had the Fox RC shock sent to Mojo for a full service.
The bearing have also been replaced and run smoothly.
Frame Only £450
I wanted to build the frame up as originally as possible within reason. The forks fitted are Boxxer 151’s. They also come with a Goldtech high rise top crown which has a slight crack in it, but does not affect its performance. These however could do with a service.
Wheels are Hope Bulb front and Hope XC rear. These are built onto Mavic 729s using DT Swiss Spokes. The Mavic 729 is the new name for the Mavic 321 as used by the team back in 98. On these are Tioga mud tyres, again of the same year. Hope QR to rear.
The Drivechain is made up of the following:
RaceFace Prodigy cranks.
MRP System 2 World Cup chain device.
DMR 38t Saturn Ring chain ring.
XTR Ti Cassette (8sp)
XTR Rear Mech
XT Right hand Shifter
Brakes are Hope M4’s. These come with Goodridge braided hoses. Plenty of life left in the pads. Front rotor is 205mm and rear 185mm.
Bars are Titec Ringleader and Stem is a Titec Hell Bent
RaceFace Real Seal Headset
Seat post is a Thomson Elite
Seat is a Selle Italia Flite with Kevlar reinforcement to the shoulders.
Also included is a spare rear seat stay for the frame. There is a slight dent in the drive-side seat stay currently fitted hence why I have this replacement. The replacement stay also has bosses for rear v/brakes or Magura hydraulic brakes.
Full Bike £900
I am currently in no hurry to move this bike on but I am in need of more space in the workshop so please, no silly offers.
Please note that due to the nature of this frame/bike I would prefer that it is bought by and enthusiast rather than someone who would ride this piece of Mountain Bike history in the ground
Any questions please feel free to ask.
Thanks
Chris
chrisj@foxeurope.com
07734 476 868
