Originally Posted by
Bill Kapaun
Although the Takara is a decent bike (my brother has a 75 he bought new), it's really not the best candidate to "upgrade", cost wise.
You might be better off looking for an upright type MB off Craigslist and putting skinny tires on it.
Other than riding my Goldwing, restoring vintage Schwinn road bicycles is my only hobby. The Takara was a freebie and it seem to be a nice bike for what I want it for....cruising around town. I just don't like the 10 speed handlebar setup. Because of a war wound, I can't ride in the typical 10 speed position.