Originally Posted by
tmh657
This could not be more timely. I am looking at buying a 1400A and know nothing of Aluminum Miyatas. I have ridden a lot of steel Miyatas and really like them.
I ride an aluminum Cannondale but don't know what to expect from the Miyata. Any insight would be appreciated. I think it has 105 components.
Sometimes it pays to bring out the old threads!
Anyway, I couldn't be more happy with the 1400A. It's very light and very quick. It is definetly lighter than the steel frames I've ridden. It doesn't flex much, if at all. The ride is really pretty good to, probably alot better than your Cannondale, which was I believe fully aluminum. The seat stays and fork on the Miyata is an alloy, which I think helps keep the vibrations to a minimum. I've taken mine on 40 mile rides and I thought it was very comfortable. I also have a full Shimano 105 group on mine, and it is reliable and steady, if not fancy. Mine is a 1990 I believe and doesn't have the hidden brake cables like the earlier models. No problems with the bonded joints either.
All-in-all, I really like the bike. Over 20 years old and it still looks modern.