Trust the Process
For all steel frames we install stainless steel couplers with pointed edges. We use low heat silver brazing to install them. We can fit couplers in non-round and tapered tubes either by rounding the tube or adding shims.
A coupler adds about 5 oz of weight each. When the couplers are brazed in, about two inches of paint on either side of each coupler gets removed and later retouched.
Steel Retrofit PackageS
Bilenky travel packages are great offers to retrofit and maintain your coupled bike. Travel accessories can be ordered à la carte in our store.
Repaint
During the coupler installation process, about two inches of paint on either side of the coupler gets burned off. It is essential that all of the bare steel on your bike gets covered with something to prevent corrosion. We offer several types of touch-ups as well as full repaints. Peruse color options here!
Utility Touch-up
This will protect your bike frame from corrosion. It is a matte primer in grey or black primer.
w/o travel package $125
w travel package Included
Custom Match Touch-up
We offer a custom formulated touch up to match your bike. For older or worn bikes we recommend a full repaint.
w/o travel package $300
w travel package $250
Contrast Touch-up
We make about a 3" panel around the coupler. Stripe decals can be purchased for an additional charge to accent the panel.
w/o travel package $250
w travel package $200
Powder coat
This is a full strip and repaint for your bike. Color options are listed here. Powder coat is much more durable than wet paint.
w/o travel package $325
w travel package $200
There is an additional fee of $150 for disassembly and reassembly. There is a $75 upcharge for paint detailing touch ups. Frames with oversized or irregular tubes will be charged an additional $100. Prices do not include shipping the bike.
Cable Disconnects?
Disconnects allow you to separate the shifter and brake cables easily.
