Model

The "Original" Kuwahara

Lifecycle: 1979 – Early 1980
Frame Model: Kuwahara (incorrectly known as the KE-1)
Serial #: Starting 79 12 XXXX
Decals: Generation 1
Factory Colors: Black w/ Gold parts, Blue w/ Gold parts, White w/ Blue parts
Frame/Fork: 100% Full Chrome-Moly Tubing
Top Tube Length: 18.25″
Weight: 23 pounds
Original Retail Price (Approx.): $300 USD

Kuwahara "Original"
Year:1979 - Early 1980
Model:Kuwahara
Frame:Tange
Fork:Tange TX-Super (No Hole Dropout)
Headset:Hatta MX-II
Stem:Suntour Mini
Handlebars:Redline Approved V-Bar (Kusuki WIN)
Grips:OGK Vinyl 17-77A
B.B.Hatta
Cranks:Suntour VX 170mm / 175mm
Spider:Integrated w/ Cranks
Chainring:Suntour 44T
Chainring Bolts:Suntour
Pedals:KKT FMX 'Lightning'
Chain:Izumi (2-Tone) or KEC
Freewheel:Suntour 16T
Rims:Ukai HE Box 'Shiny Side'
Hubs:Suntour High Flange
Spokes:Asahi
Nipples:Asahi
Tires:IRC Racer Skinwall (Early) IRC Racer Z1 Skinwall (Later)
Seat Post:Suntour Fluted Aluminum
Seat:Tahei Elina (1979 / 1980) No Smooth Sides
Seat Clamp:Suntour
Brake Caliper:Dia Compe MX-900
Brake Lever:Dia Compe Pre-Bent
Brake Cable:Dia Compe