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1Clear out junk files and repair common Windows errors2Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minute3Repair Windows errors before they cause bigger problemsThe Viks began as an unusual stainless-steel fixed-gear commuter bicycle designed by Estonian designer Indrek Narusk. Its twin-tube frame rejected the conventional diamond shape, while its early production story was genuinely small—but the 2013 report of one completed bike and seven pre-sold follow-ons does not establish a lifetime production limit.
Who designed the Viks—and why?
Indrek Narusk, a designer and engineer associated with Estonia’s Velonia Bicycles, created the Viks after deciding he wanted a custom bicycle frame that did not look like the familiar diamond. In a 2013 interview with New Atlas, he recalled: “I’ve always liked to have custom and different things you don’t see on every corner.” He cited newer café racer-style motorcycles as part of the inspiration, designed the frame in SolidWorks, and fabricated the prototype in his own shop.
Narusk described the project as a creative experiment rather than a business plan: “This wasn’t intended to be a business project, rather a fun little side kick.” The early bike’s distinctive appearance followed from that goal: make a commuter that stood apart, not a conventional frame with decorative changes.
What is unusual about the original frame?
The original Viks used two tubular frame forms joined at the head tube, seat area, and bottom bracket. With no conventional seat tube, the open silhouette is its defining feature. Yet the design still accommodated a standard 27.2 mm seatpost, secured and adjusted with a regular seat clamp, according to the 2013 New Atlas report.
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The frame also left a useful place to carry a U-lock. That is a practical consequence of the open geometry, not a promise that every lock will fit every Viks: fit depends on the lock’s dimensions and the particular bicycle.
What did “very limited-edition” mean?
New Atlas reported in March 2013 that Narusk had completed one Viks and pre-sold seven more. For those follow-on bicycles, he planned thinner tubing and lighter components. He said he would decide what to charge for additional bikes after seeing how the first seven went.
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That account supports calling the first group a small batch. It does not establish a numbered edition, a final production cap, a total number ever made, or present-day scarcity. The same report gave these project-specific figures:
- About 14 kg (31 lb): weight of the first completed Viks, as reported by New Atlas in 2013.
- About 10 kg (22 lb): Narusk’s target for the next batch, using thinner tubing and lighter components—not a measured specification for every later bike.
- Seven pre-sold bicycles: the follow-on group reported in 2013.
How did later Viks versions differ?
“Viks” refers to more than one configuration. Materials and components changed over time, so the stainless-steel fixed-gear commuter described in 2013 should not be treated as interchangeable with later editions or GT builds.
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| Version | Frame and design | Drivetrain and brakes | Production or availability context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original Viks | Stainless steel; twin-tube frame concept. | Fixed gear. New Atlas’s 2013 report describes the commuter but does not establish a full component specification. | One completed bicycle and seven pre-sold follow-ons were reported in 2013; no lifetime production total was established. New Atlas |
| Anniveloversary | Stainless-steel tubular design by Narusk and Velonia, with a cantilevered seat and related twin-tube visual language. | Fixed gear, according to the 2014 account. | A distinct anniversary edition described by Designboom in March 2014. |
| Second-anniversary carbon prototype | Carbon tubing, in a prototype announced by the company. | The announcement describes possible range options including front disc or rim brakes, electronic shifting, and belt drive; these are not universal Viks specifications. | A December 2016 release anticipated limited pre-orders in early 2017. It does not establish that the prototype entered production or remains available. Viks North America |
| Viks GT Launch Edition | Aluminum-alloy frame as standard; stainless steel available on request, according to the listing. | The listed build includes a Gates Carbon Drive belt and Shimano XTR Race brakes. | TheArsenale’s listing marks this example sold. Its specifications are for that GT build, not the original Viks. TheArsenale collection · GT Launch Edition listing |
The 2016 company announcement also described stainless-steel builds and mixed carbon-fiber-and-stainless-steel configurations. Its listed options—including brakes, electronic shifting, and belt drive—describe the historical range, not guaranteed equipment on any Viks today.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Can you still buy a Viks?
Availability is not established by the dated production announcements. TheArsenale’s collection page, accessed October 8, 2026, describes Viks bicycles as handcrafted to order by Velonia in Tallinn and lists four products, but marks the displayed examples sold. The GT Launch Edition page also marks its example sold and offers a contact route to ask about a similar piece. Those listings show that Viks models have been offered; they do not confirm current stock, a current maker waiting list, or a current price.
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- Secure Bike Cage Fit: Optimized bottle shape is designed to fit securely in most bike cages for stable performance on the bike.
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If you are considering one, contact the maker or retailer directly to confirm whether a build can be ordered, what configuration is available, the price, and the delivery terms. Do not assume the 2016 pre-order plan is still active.
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