Nishiki Blazer cruiser conversion
03-10-13, 05:53 PM
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Nishiki Blazer cruiser conversion
About a month ago I found a 1989 Nishiki Blazer on CL and ended up buying it for my wife. She wanted a "beach cruiser" and I figured this would be a good base for one. It was in great shape, just needed some new life put in to it.
I added new white wall tires, seat, handle bars, grips, brake levers, pedals, bell, and of course a basket. I also upgraded the brake pads to Kool-stops, and it stops on a dime now.
She loves it, so that makes me happy...and I'm glad to keep a good bike on the road.
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I added new white wall tires, seat, handle bars, grips, brake levers, pedals, bell, and of course a basket. I also upgraded the brake pads to Kool-stops, and it stops on a dime now.
She loves it, so that makes me happy...and I'm glad to keep a good bike on the road.
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03-10-13, 11:26 PM
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I like it. The white looks great against that red frame and it looks like a cush ride. Is the saddle comfortable for her that low? It hurts my knees hurt looking at it.
03-11-13, 03:45 AM
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Nishiki Blazer cruiser conversion
That's a nice townie! Have you considered putting fenders on the bike? I think that would be a great finishing touch.
03-11-13, 12:07 PM
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Thanks. I thought about it, but not sure if I'd have enough room. Those tires fill the room that's there, may have rubbing if I add them. I'll take a look though, and see what I can find.
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