Kuwahara KZ-1 (1980/81)
$2,490.00
Kuwahara KZ-1 . . . This was built in December of 1980 according to the serial number, so not sure if they list it as a 1980 model OR a 1981 model . . . This started life as a Candy Red Color. It is now White with Blue Parts. The biggest cost for this build was the Frame & Fork. If you’ve ever looked for one you know they’re hard to find and expensive. This one was in Excellent Condition as shown in the Photos after the Media Blasting Process. The 3 Piece Cranks were also ordered in from Australia so that added a bit more expense as well.
| Frame | Kuwahara KZ-1 |
| Fork | Kuwahara KZ-1 |
| Handle Bars | Hutch Pro Bars |
| Stem | Torker 6 Bolt |
| Headset | Tange Seiki MX 320 |
| Grips | AME |
| Cranks | Pro BMX Alloy 3 Piece |
| Sprocket | Pro BMX Alloy 44th |
| B.B. | Pro BMX Sealed Bearing |
| Pedals | KKT or MKS |
| Brakes | Dia Compe MX 1000 |
| Brake Lever | Dia Compe Tech 3 |
| Brake Pads | Kool Stop |
| Brake Cable | MCS Lightning Cable |
| Seat | Kashimax Aero |
| Seat Clamp | Tuff Neck Style |
| Seat Post | Chrome 7/8” |
| Wheel Set | Guru Custom 7X style |
| Hubs | High Flanged Alloy – Sealed |
| Spokes | Stainless Steal |
| Nipples | 14mm Brass |
| Freewheel | ACS 16t |
| Tires | Comp II Tires |
| Tubes | Sunlite |
| Chain | Izumi |
| Valve Caps | Alloy |
| Vintage Steel Decals | Authorized Kuwahara KZ-1Decals |
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The Following photos were taken after it was professionally media blasted and shows the great condition of the Frame, Fork, Welds, Seat Tube area etc . . . Next up – Powder Coating – Stay Tuned!
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