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1992 Bridgestone XO-1
I bought this bike on Ebay in February 2004. Like many bike fanatics, I had always dreamt of owning an XO-1. When it became a possibility, I jumped to bid on it. The bike came with a touring setup that did not fit together very well. I change things around to correct some drivetrain issues, and now everything runs perfectly smooth. This is a such a great bicycle and people often have positive comments for it. It has quite the reputation. The setup is in keeping with the heritage of this bicycle, although for the most part, is from a much earlier vintage than the bike itself. I like the way the classic parts compliments the tradition of the XO-1.
* Frame: Ishiwata 019E, 022E, 024E quad butted steel, color: “Ivory Tusk”
* Fork: Ishiwata CroMo, Atlantis cast crown
* Wheels: Mavic 501 hubs; Mavic M231 rims, 32h
* Tires: Continental Avenue Semislicks, 26×1.3″
* Crankset: Sugino Mighty 110bc double; Sugino chainrings 50,34; Sugino steel chainring bolts
* Freewheel: Sunrace 14-28, 7sp.
* Rear derailleur: Suntour Cyclone GT
* Front derailleur: Suntour Cyclone
* Chain: Suntour Superbe
* Shifters: Suntour barend, 7sp. microrachet
* Brake levers: Shimano 600 BL-6209
* Brakes: Shimano 600 BR-6207
* Pedals: MKS GR-9 pedals; MKS steel toe-clips and leather straps
* Headset: Shimano Ultegra HP-6500, 1″ threaded
* Stem: Nitto Dirt Drop
* Bars: Nitto Mustache bars, 25.4mm with a shim to 26.0mm; Cork tape, black
* Seatpost: Shimano XTR
* Saddle: Specialized BG Pro Ti
* Misc: Blackburn bottle cage, Trek Disco blinky