Trueblood

Thanks. I've seen other posts regarding Japanese steel bikes from that era as having a 'dead' feel. I must say I don't sense that with this bike. Perhaps it is because I otherwise ride steel touring bikes, but this bike seems very responsive. I have a 1977 Zebrakenko Wind I restored 3 years ago that feels a bit different, but I would still not call the feeling 'dead'.

I remember that light blue color on ZK's. When they were new, the blue had an opalescent shimmer to it. I like that the Zebrakenko bikes from the 70's had no brand decals other than on the seat tube. The decals on the fork and at the top of the seat tube say HT-4500, and are referring to the steel.