Simplex SLJ (3rd type, S logo on band)
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Category:  Shifters
Name:  Simplex SLJ (3rd type, S logo on band)
Brand:  Simplex
Primary Group:  Super LJ
Model:  SLJ5057
Years:  1981 - 1983
Country:  France
Weight:  71.67 grams (avg)
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Added By: JFischer on 07/31/07
Updated By: Fourthgrace on 04/22/20
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Shifter Type DowntubeAttachment Style Clamp-On;
Downtube Braze-on (standard)
Shifting SystemsRetro-FrictionLever MarkingsSimplex or Spidel & with no engraving for Mavic versions
Lever MaterialAluminum  
General Information

These shifters were very popular with racers who like the feel and that they slipped less than Campagnolo friction shifters of the same time period. Considered an excellent upgrade over all downtube friction shifters as well as modern counterparts by some. The open style lever was the later version of the Super LJ shifters.  Available banded and braze-on.  Also appeared in Spidel, Mavic, Gipiemme and Galli groups.  The steel clamp version would probably add 15-25g.

Braze on version carried model numbers: SLJ 5068 & SLJ 5059

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Component VariationsView Detailed List  Manage Variations
Variations of Component exist (Component is 1 of 4)BrandGroup
Simplex SLJ (2nd type with nub on bottom of barrel, single)SimplexSuper LJ
Simplex SLJ (2nd type with nub on bottom of barrel, double)SimplexSuper LJ
Simplex SLJ (4th type, black anodized)SimplexSuper LJ
Component Groups
Primary Group NameBrandQuick InfoBrowse Group Components
Super LJSimplexRoad RaceView 27 Components
Details:   The best of the Simplex lines of components.  Consisted primarily of Front and Rear Derailleurs as well as Shifters.  The SLJ designation was also given to other parts occasionally such as seat posts.
Group NameBrandQuick InfoBrowse Group Components
Crono SprintGipiemmeRoad RaceView 25 Components
Brand Information(click to expand)

Known for their black plastic (Delrin) derailleurs during the "bike boom" of the 1970's, they were at the forefront of innovation over the years, producing such highly regarded items as the Super LJ derailleurs, Retrofriction shifters, and very popular line of seat posts.

 
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WeightSourceNotesAdded By
75 GramsUnknown JFischer
70 GramsActualWeight of braze-on version Fourthgrace
70 GramsActualFor Braze-on Fourthgrace
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