Can this take panniers?

[Scruffmonster]

funny place for the rear gear change cable to be routed

TOO. True. Biggest faff imaginable to fit the bracket for my daughters seat.

 

[400bhp]

Thats why I put IMO. I knew someone'd disagree. I actually started with a guard. It got damaged and I noticed no discernable difference , so didn't bother putting it back on.

Uggh-pants on radiators. Soo gauche.

 

[gambatte]

Uggh-pants on radiators. Soo gauche.

No pants, pyjamas and a fleece on the radiator
Ugh bracket, on the bike

 

[jugglingphil]

When you have the time, replace them :-) ugly nasty things!

:-)
Ugly is fine, can't have my workhorse bike looking better than the thoroughbred!

 

[Scruffmonster]

Thanks everyone here... Rack sorted. Rackpack found on Gumtree. Panniers to be sourced.

(No back brake at the moment. Long story)