1977 fun-mobile. The model is likely the 731 seen in the review here. The serial number starts with 77.
Configuration (as of March 2010) from parts I had lying around:
| Frame | 1977 Takara |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | N/A |
| Shifters | N/A |
| Brake Levers | Tektro short pull/long pull |
| Brakes | Dia Compe 720 long reach centerpulls |
| Bottom bracket | -- |
| Crankset | Sugino Maxy, 40t |
| Chain | SRAM 8-speed |
| Wheels | 700c... |
| Tires | WTB Slickasaurus |
| Freewheel | Shimano 17t |
| Headset | Kuwahara |
| Handlebar | Velo Orange Milan, with rubber grips |
| Stem | Dia Compe .833" stem |
| Saddle | Brooks B-17 |
| Seatpost | weird original extra setback, great for the B-17 |
| Pedals | Odyssey Twisted. Like a raccoon attracted to shiny things, I am attracted to clear plastic. When I switched to a freewheel, I took advantage of trying out platform pedals. Trying them on my Salsa, too. |
| Miscellaneous | front rack(s) by me |
| Wish List | 17t freewheel, internal gear hub, gears, I wish I had 4 of these bikes. Currently considering building into an s24o (overnight camping) bike - in a more city bike-style compared to the Panasonic. |
This bike was purchased with the intention of building as a fixed gear with a drop bar, which I did, but found the riding position too short - especially without hoods to rest my hands on. The combination of short top tube and .833 stem size had me rethink the purpose of this bike. I added the Velo Orange Milan bar. It provides a comfortable upright position while extending the reach. Now the bike is used to make grocery store runs, and other minor hauls.
I have built 3 front racks for this bike. Info about the first front rack is at Appleblock.com.
