I just pulled my Nishiki Ariel out of the barn and noted the serial number as GZ798727. I got it in 1990 but don't know when the original owner bought it first. I have ridden it for many years, and didn't like the straight handle bar so replaced with a small ape bar. Then I got a Harley and put the Nishiki away for many years. Sold the Harley yesterday and it's time to start up on the Nishiki again. Will begin soon!