Classic & Vintage - Mid 70's japanese 10 speed, who made it?

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testrun66
08-14-06, 07:11 PM
Labeled "Silver Spirit". I'm getting more info off the bike as I go. I just picked it up at a garage sale for literally nothing, but I know literally nothing about it. It's an EXCELLENT road bike for riding but I'd like to restore it (it needs a little work). Is there any way to tell who made it and if it was a low, med, or high-end bike?

ozneddy
08-15-06, 01:50 AM
Pics,Pics,Pics
testrun66
08-22-06, 10:31 AM
is there anything in particular I should take pictures of?

leunkstar
08-22-06, 01:06 PM
your wife? ;)

no overview and some detail shots would be nice. You can't take too much photos ;)
caloso
08-22-06, 02:01 PM
Any decals on the frame? Take pix of those if they exist.
T-Mar
08-22-06, 06:19 PM
Besides the pics requested above, the serial number may indicate the manufacturer and seat post size is usually a good indicator of the tubing/frame type. A close-up pic of the rear dropouts will indicate if it entry level or better. Also, pics of major components such as the rear derailleur, crankset and brakes.