Olmo - Competition - Road bicycle - Before 2000

Olmo Competition – vintage racing bicycle – Shimano 600 Arabesque – steel – chrome fork

I propose a vintage Olmo road bike, attributable to the series/model “Competition.”

The bike features a steel frame in orange, with classic Olmo white graphics and gold trims, chrome fork, and an aesthetic setup typical of Italian-era racing bikes. The original decal with the word “competition,” placed on the top tube, is now heavily deteriorated and largely erased by time, but the frame shape, graphics, and remnants of the decal are consistent with that identification.

Of particular interest is the presence of the Shimano 600 Arabesque groupset, a component highly sought after and appreciated by vintage bicycle enthusiasts for its build quality, elegance, and rarity. The bike also shows notable vintage details, including the characteristic solution with lever/brake rods mounted on the handlebars, a very interesting detail for those seeking a vehicle with a strong historical and collectible flavor.

The pedals visible in the photo are not included in the sale. Instead, vintage pedals that match the bike’s period are included.

The bike is offered in the condition visible in the photograph, with normal signs of age and use consistent with the vehicle’s age. Ideal for collectors, Olmo enthusiasts, restorers, or lovers of vintage Italian racing bikes.

Shimano 600 Arabesque groupset, rare and highly sought after

Period-correct components

Pedals visible in the photo are not included; vintage pedals matching the period are included

Conditions as shown in the photographs

Please note that the “competition” decal on the top tube is now deteriorated and largely erased; the model designation is therefore stated based on the aesthetic and structural elements present on the frame.