Originally Posted by T-Mar
This one could be a 1984 or a 1985. I doubt it's 1983. You got a good deal, as the 1983 retailed for $465 US and presumibly a 1984 or 1985 would have cost more. The question is, was the LBS clearing their 1984 or 1985 models? I do have specs and pic for the 1983 & an ad for the 1984, but nothing on the 1985 model. However, we can try to narrow things down, based on what I do know about these models. Are the tires/rims, 27" or 700C. Are the shift levers mounted on the top or side of the down tube or bar end? Is the head tube a contrasting color to the frame? Is there internal wiring for a generator? What model is the rear derailleur? TIA.
Wheels are 27" - Araya rims on Suzue (?) hubs
Shift levers are mounted on top of DT = Suntour Symmetric (trim the FD as you shift RD)
HT is a lighter and contrasting color that kinda matches the decals
Internal wiring = Yes
RD = replaced many years ago, Suntour but model unknown
Chromed right chainstay, chrome on top of seatstays at seat cluster.
Some have written that this indicates the entire frame is chromed under the paint but I am skeptical.
Had natural cork colored tape that really suited the paint.
I'm guessing 84 model, 85 is possible.