Originally Posted by
gaucho777
Nice looking bike! Never heard of Chimo before. It has some similarities with some Nishiki's I've seen. I wonder there's any connection with Kawamura Cycle (manufacturer of Nishiki)? What is holding the rear brake cable to tthe top tube? I think I'd go back to the cable clips. Why did you ditch the fenders? Lastly, with apologies for nit-picking, those modern ergo bars also look out of place on an otherwise great looking bike.
Thanks! There are two braze on cable housing stops on the top tube to keep the cable in place - that's why I ditched the clips. I didn't put the fenders on because they were in rougher shape than the pics would indicate, and I was figuring I'd eventually get a pair of the VO hammered ones when I could afford them. I'm reconsidering that move... I rode through a few puddles today that made me think the old ones might be nice even if they're a bit beat up. As for the ergo bars, I agree. Honestly, they're just more comfortable than any of the older style drops I had on hand. I may replace them with a pair of Nitto Rando or Noodles, again when I can afford that.
Originally Posted by
jimmuller
Very nice. That's a bike I'd be happy to ride, for sure.
Thank you!