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1981 Mongoose Motomag BMX — Red & Gold
$1,628.00
A fully rebuilt 1981 Mongoose with sought-after Motomag III sealed-bearing wheels, Nitto Pro bars and stem, MKS BM-7 pedals, Darxide cranks, and Dia-Compe MX-890 brakes. Original frame; minor paint imperfections on dropouts reflected in the price.
A 1981 Mongoose Motomag BMX, fully rebuilt in a red-and-gold finish. The build pairs the original 1981 Mongoose frame and fork with the sought-after Motomag III wheels and a tight period-correct component list.
Components
- Frame & fork: original 1981 Mongoose (minor paint imperfections on the dropouts, reflected in the price).
- Wheels: Motomag III, sealed bearings.
- Bars & stem: Nitto Pro.
- Pedals: MKS BM-7.
- Cranks: Darxide.
- Brakes: Dia-Compe MX-890, front and rear, fine-tuned with nylon washers to reduce build marks.
- Tires: Tioga Comp III skinwall, 1.75″.
Who it suits
Collectors who want a correct early-80s Mongoose with the Motomag silhouette, and riders who want a built-up vintage BMX with real components rather than a parts-box build.
Shipping and questions
Ships from Brooklyn, NY to the contiguous United States with shipping included, packed in a double-walled bike box with foam frame protection. Local pickup is available by appointment. Email info@vintagebmxbikes.com for additional photos or to hold the bike.
Where we ship
We ship to the contiguous United States and Canada. Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. territories are quoted case-by-case — email us before you order.
Processing
Orders are processed within 1–2 business days (Monday–Friday, excluding U.S. holidays). Bikes are inspected one more time before packing to confirm the condition matches the listing.
Transit times
Complete bikes and framesets typically arrive within 5–10 business days after dispatch. Parts and small accessories typically arrive within 3–6 business days. These are estimates — carriers can vary during peak periods.

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