Old Nishiki, any good?
03-23-22, 01:32 PM
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Originally Posted by T-Mar
What do you want to know? Be specific.
Originally Posted by John E
I know quite a bit about the early 70s models, having owned a 1971 (American Eagle Semi-Pro, just before the name change and lug change) and having wrenched at a Nishiki/Peugeot dealership 1972 to 1974. I do know that the model improved significantly during the 1970s, overcoming the spongy, leaden feel of mine. I happily rode mine for 20 years / 40K miles until the frame broke, and subsequently got the Bianchi and realized what I had been missing in the way of performance and response.
The seller did offer extra 2 set of wheels (front and back) for $290 total but I was unable to post to see if it was a good bike/deal or not for doing long distance constantly (I was limited in the forum since I posted 4 times yesterday already). Wanted to know if the bike was light or a good rider for doing 3k miles in the future +, just obvious questions buying vintage bikes since I never bought one and what to look for. I think overall it was a good deal, but let me guys know since I missed my chance!
Here are the pictures https://imgur.com/a/1oqVt44
03-23-22, 02:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Frenzen
I thought it was NISHIKI competition but it was actually superb
The seller did offer extra 2 set of wheels (front and back) for $290 total but I was unable to post to see if it was a good bike/deal or not for doing long distance constantly (I was limited in the forum since I posted 4 times yesterday already). Wanted to know if the bike was light or a good rider for doing 3k miles in the future +, just obvious questions buying vintage bikes since I never bought one and what to look for. I think overall it was a good deal, but let me guys know since I missed my chance!
Here are the pictures https://imgur.com/a/1oqVt44
The seller did offer extra 2 set of wheels (front and back) for $290 total but I was unable to post to see if it was a good bike/deal or not for doing long distance constantly (I was limited in the forum since I posted 4 times yesterday already). Wanted to know if the bike was light or a good rider for doing 3k miles in the future +, just obvious questions buying vintage bikes since I never bought one and what to look for. I think overall it was a good deal, but let me guys know since I missed my chance!
Here are the pictures https://imgur.com/a/1oqVt44
The subject bicycle is a circa 1983-1984, Canadian market model. It was top of the line at the time and was considered light for the era. However, it is a racing/sport model and most members would probaly not consider it for long distance riding. If you're aspiring to 3k, you're probaly going to want a grand touring model with wide range gearing, fittings to install racks, fenders and multiple water bottles. Racing frames also tend to tend to br tighter, stiffer and more nimble, making them more fatiguing to ride over long distances..
03-23-22, 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by T-Mar
The subject bicycle is a circa 1983-1984, Canadian market model. It was top of the line at the time and was considered light for the era. However, it is a racing/sport model and most members would probaly not consider it for long distance riding. If you're aspiring to 3k, you're probaly going to want a grand touring model with wide range gearing, fittings to install racks, fenders and multiple water bottles. Racing frames also tend to tend to br tighter, stiffer and more nimble, making them more fatiguing to ride over long distances..
03-23-22, 05:31 PM
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