Originally Posted by
noglider
Even though it's a low end model, it has lots of possibilities. The designer/importer was a lover of high end bikes and offered the best value he knew how to offer. This was the result, and it's pretty commendable. Build a beater or a townie or a something out of it. You might like it.
+ 1. But I'd put my sights a little higher than that, given [MENTION=185430]dddd[/MENTION]'s comments. Clean, lube, mount a nice light wheel set with decent tires and your favorite saddle, and find out how good (or bad) it really is. A frame looking as nice as that deserves a chance.