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Old 02-11-26 | 07:39 PM
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LowellK
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Bikes: 1978 Nishiki Olympic Royale

1978 Nishiki Olympic Royale
Bought new in March 1979, it was my daily commuter 1979 - 1981 and 1995 - 2001. It's getting some long overdue maintenance to get it roadworthy.

1978 Nishiki Olympic Royale circa 1980. Most components same as catalog description. Different are saddle (Matex w/nylon base and vinyl cover), rear derailer (Sun Tour V-GT Luxe), tires (Cycle Pro 27
1978 Nishiki Olympic Royale circa 1980. Original components are mostly same as catalog description. Different are saddle (Matex w/nylon base and vinyl cover), rear derailer (Sun Tour V-GT Luxe), tires (27" x 1-1/8"), and no quick-release on the rear hub (Shimano HC-200).

Picture circa 2026.
Picture circa 2026.

K = USA market, G = 1977 year of manufacture, 62720 = Sequential frame manufacturing number for the year.
K = USA market, G = 1977 year of manufacture, 62720 = Sequential frame manufacturing number for the year.

1978 Nishiki catalog excerpt.
1978 Nishiki catalog excerpt.
Last edited by LowellK; 02-12-26 at 07:47 AM. Reason: Clarification that some of the original components differed from catalog description.
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