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67tony 11-21-18 07:39 PM

Orlando Nishiki...
 
Seems like a decent deal.
Hopefully the new owner will fix the brake cable routing!
Nishiki Tri-A

cannonride15 11-22-18 03:18 PM

Nice looking Nishiki, but yeah I've never seen anyone route non aero brake cables that way. Wouldn't recommend it, but easy enough to fix.

Hoopdriver 11-22-18 03:43 PM

I wonder if that cable routing actually works. If there is no undue resistance caused by that tight bend at the lever it may be a good idea. On the other hand, I have never liked the feel of cable housing under my bar wrap.

Chombi1 11-22-18 05:06 PM

I think it's a terrific buy at 180 bucks!:thumb:
Don't think it was a top of the line bike as the seller is noting, but at least mid level model or a bit higher.
Really depends what tubing was used on the framesef.
The Shimano 600 group installed on it, that could be all original, should be a solid, reliable performer.
Hopefully it is as in good condition as it looks in the pics.

xiaoman1 11-22-18 08:07 PM

Yes, I think 180 is a reasonable asking price (offer in at 150) ..I do not know where it was on the pecking order but I would rank it with my Ironman and 600 group is nothing to complain about.
Best, Ben

T-Mar 11-23-18 09:37 AM

FYI, it's a 1985 model. MSRP was $499.00 US. I'd place it at the transition between upper mid-range and lower high end, based on the Tange #1 tubing and Shimano New 600EX component group, which was OEM. I concur with the cable routing comments, as it effectively eliminates the ability to ride on the hoods. Sue Notorangelo won the 1985 Race Across America (RAAM) on a Nishiki Tri-A. One of her modifications were aero brake levers, so I wonder if the original owner was trying to emulate her bicycle, on a budget.


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