Help identify Kabuki Bridgeston...Submariner?
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Yes, the decals changed from (I believe) a cursive script to modern-looking block letters in later years. Yours is inbetween the two that I had. It is interesting to see how the decals "morphed" from year-to-year.
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Tuga Dude, as promised, here's a partial scan from what I believe to be 1979 or 1980. Please note how Technart is used to describe the both the hi-tensile frame of the Skyway 12 and the stainless steel frame of the Submariner 12. There is no mention of Technart on the traditionally brazed, mid-range, Diamond Formula 12. As stated earlier, Technart was the actual tube joining process and had nothing to do with the employed tubing material.
Also note that the Submariner 12 is spec'd with a Technart, hi-tensile fork.
Also note that the Submariner 12 is spec'd with a Technart, hi-tensile fork.
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In your case, the SMD decal on the top tube is the model designator. SM = SubMariner. I'm not sure what the D designates, though I suspect it indicate Dual purpose, as the D suffix was used on all the entry level model designations and these bicycles were commonly referred to as recreational/touring.
Your particular decal style was used for a short period in the very late 1970s. Based on period literature, it goes back no further than 1977 and, if TugaDude is correct in his Submariner 12 having been a 1979 model, the last year for your style was 1978. So, your bicycle's particular decal style may have lasted only 2 years.
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T-Mar and all who pitched in, thank you so much for your input and help. I'm coming to love these forums more and more. Always something new to learn. I will feel better when I sell it and can provide some of your good information on the specs of the bike. Like I said, I'll post pics of the finished product. Likely won't be long, I"m almost done putting it back together, just waiting on my new handlebar tape tires to get shipped to me.
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T-Mar could you please email me? I don't have enough posts (need 50) to send anyone an email and I have a question for you. TIA.
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Help in knowing year and worth of these 2 bikes thanks
I have 2 bikes I would like to know if anyone knows the year and what they may be worth
The first one is a Kabuki bridge 12 speed totally original and it was made in Japan. The vin # is cy8303j and maybe the letter m or N. I can't make it out or even know for sure it's another number
The other bike I have is a Giant Rincon 21 Speed The vin is gv1m2098. It's also in original shape.
The first one is a Kabuki bridge 12 speed totally original and it was made in Japan. The vin # is cy8303j and maybe the letter m or N. I can't make it out or even know for sure it's another number
The other bike I have is a Giant Rincon 21 Speed The vin is gv1m2098. It's also in original shape.
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I have 2 bikes I would like to know if anyone knows the year and what they may be worth
The first one is a Kabuki bridge 12 speed totally original and it was made in Japan. The vin # is cy8303j and maybe the letter m or N. I can't make it out or even know for sure it's another number
The other bike I have is a Giant Rincon 21 Speed The vin is gv1m2098. It's also in original shape.
The first one is a Kabuki bridge 12 speed totally original and it was made in Japan. The vin # is cy8303j and maybe the letter m or N. I can't make it out or even know for sure it's another number
The other bike I have is a Giant Rincon 21 Speed The vin is gv1m2098. It's also in original shape.
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2) Please supply as much information as you can, and pictures are most helpful, this includes a meaningful and descriptive title. The more information you can provide about the item you are asking about the value of the better we can answer the question. If you do not know much about the item you are asking about, again, photos are most helpful. Many of us can at least get a rough idea of the quality of a frame even after a repaint, from a good photo or two.
3) Realize that the monetary value of a bicycle can very greatly depending on the market. If the bicycle is for sale locally, it's location alone can influence its cost wildly. What one member may be able to buy for locally $50 may be untouchable for another somewhere else for $300. Keep this in mind when reading responses to your inquiry.
4) Because local prices can very so much, it is always a good idea to do a search on eBay for completed listings for similar items and see what they sold for. While prices can vary on ebay as well due to a number of factors, it tends to be a good starting point for what a bicycle is worth. In addition to ebay, try searching the Classic & Vintage section or the BikeList.org Archives for information about the bike and it's value.
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Based on the serial number the Giant Rincon is circa 1991-1992. It was an entry level ATB at the $300 US price point. So, even in excellent condition, I wouldn't expect much over $100 and it could be far less.
I addressed the Submariner in your other thread.
I addressed the Submariner in your other thread.
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I had this same bike as a kid. The blue paint and stainless steel tubing on the frame sold me on it. That color combo was ultra modern looking back then. There wasn't really anything else like it that I can remember. I just remember waxing it, and looking at it and thinking "man, this bike looks nice." The bike itself was so-so, entry-level. I might have paid about $159 (maybe) in 1976. I really wanted the Kabuki Diamond Road (top of the line model), but a couple of bucks an hour was all you made back then. I did wind up buying the Diamond Touring, which I still have. That color combo still looks as good now as it did back then. Really nice!
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Blue Kabuki
I just found one for $60 obo....it looks pretty good in the photo....I love unique bikes...I might try to get it.