Originally Posted by
shmuelyosef
...no way! It's a 54, and I've been riding it (in various configurations) for 40 years. Currently set up as all new school...Integra Group, Nitto cockpit with compact drops, Speedplay pedals. 9-speed cluster with combo index shifters. It goes with me into the hills above Palo Alto at least a couple times a week...
LOL, had to try as the dude did be a big favor. Understand 100% I got my first miyata (1400) in '89 and would still be riding it if it hadn't cracked at the internal cable routing opening.
Team Miyata with modern gear is great way to go (my 85 is 11 speed, 105...nitto cockpit)