• JC

    have the same cranks and freewheel on my nishiki kokusai. The cranks are surprisingly lighter than other cranks, probably because its not steel.

  • julie s

    The cranks are unique/they have a matt finish that dosen’t take to polish. She has since morphed into a 12 speed with some nice weinmans off a motobecane. Dramatically lightened it up….it may float away! Keeper.

  • Cameron

    What’s the artwork on the downtube?

  • http://hughsbicycle.blogspot.com Hugh

    What a transformation! Very cool bike.Just one question
    What character from Mupppet Christmas Carol does the Saddle`s profile remind me of?
    Que the Jeopardy music!

  • julie s

    metalic blue around star cutouts. The frame was quite bare save for 2 small stickers on the seat tube. Traded last week or an 85 shogun (in my size) The koobi split fit saddle gets passed around for test rides on my finds. I admit it is bizzar/yet the most comforatable of seats. Got it off cl from wisconsin for $5. I think I shall name it-Gonzo!

  • http://hughsbicycle.blogspot.com Hugh

    Cameron,
    Great minds think alike..lol