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Nishiki Bikes, What Do We Know?

Silver Valovich wants to know about Nishiki bikes, we have some bad news for him and some history on the Nashiki Bike brand that “used” to be from Japan

Question: what company makes the Nashiki NSS beta? What website can i go to see their bicycles?

Hi Silver,
The bad news is that Nishiki doesn’t exist anymore. The Nishiki brand name was bought by Derby International to go along with the Raleigh and the Univega brands. Derby stopped manufacturing Nishiki in 2001.

Originally Nishiki were quite popular, but they made a big mistake by selling there bikes through large stores, this alienated the bike shops that also sold their bikes and they never recovered from the loss of many of there dealers.

Sorry, but you can’t look anywhere for them on the internet, unless some one has an old one they are selling.

Written by sam · Filed Under Bike Questions & Answers 

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16 Responses to “Nishiki Bikes, What Do We Know?”

  1. Sonny Morrison on August 14th, 2009 4:18 am

    I have a Nishiki for sale. Since I’m not a bike enthusiast, I have no idea what model it is. It’s not original. It’s been repainted. 26″ mountain bike tires and wheels w/new tubes. $150.00 + any shipping needed. You can reach me at (512) 658-0417.

  2. Deester on August 14th, 2009 5:23 am

    I have Nishiki Sport Sugino VT I got many years ago. It is in really good condition for how old it is. Anyone know how much it is worth? Thanks,

  3. Nishiki Bikes on August 14th, 2009 6:36 am

    There’s a site that has all sorts of news and Nishiki bikes for sale. it’s http://www.thefixedgeargallery.com/nishikibikes.php

  4. johnnyi on August 17th, 2009 2:36 am

    Hi I have a manitou sport fork that I got in 94 does anyone know where i can get elastomer kit.Stop laughing I know its an antique but I can’t afford a new bike yet an am hopeing to get thru the summer with this . thanks

  5. Steven Vance on August 17th, 2009 3:53 am

    I’ve started a website about Nishiki Bicycle History. Learn about more than 20 Nishiki Japan models sold in the United States and Canada.http://www.stevevance.net/nishiki

  6. Santi on August 17th, 2009 4:35 am

    I have a old Nishiki frame, but i cant find any information or pictures. the serial number on the frame is either “6E 00722″ or “GE 00722″. the front of the down tube it has a Heart that is part of the frame if that helps. here is a picture: http://www.eurghetto.com/photos/main.php?g2_itemId=14336 any info would be great if you can email me @ airbysanti@yahoo.com

  7. jim benson on August 17th, 2009 5:36 am

    i have a 15 speed nishiki royal racing bike/ road bike boughtg in appprox 1987 in okinawa japan just trying to figure an approx price range for it.

  8. roberto cabaolero on August 17th, 2009 5:56 am

    how good are nishiki bikes because i had one that was 1980 road bike and poeplo say that they were good.

  9. russ kees on August 17th, 2009 6:00 am

    Just purchased a Nishiki at a garage sale. It’s in almost newcondition. Would like to register it on my insurance records, but can’t find the serial number. It’s a 21 speed, mountain project, pueblo with the number 4130 printed on the seat tube and front fork. The etched numbers YST 022.2 are on the fork locknut. Made in Taiwan also appears on the frame. Any info??

  10. Jim on August 17th, 2009 6:01 am

    The G means the bike was made pre 1986 for the US market by Kamura the E stands for the number 5 to fill in 198___ (5)….

  11. Wayne on August 20th, 2009 3:49 pm

    I have a Nishiki bike that I got in Okinawa Japan in 1986. I would like to sell it. It does need work.

  12. Dave Ryan on September 4th, 2009 1:03 am

    I have a Nishiki International 12 speed that I bought while doing my tour in Okinawa. This is the model that the PX (AAFES) carried and sold for $390. It’s been a great bike, has never required any major repairs, and is still going strong. Any questions about it- feel free to ask! ddrfires308@yahoo.com
    Dave

  13. dana on September 6th, 2009 11:27 am

    I have an old 10 speed Nishiki, I supsect mid 80’s. The only thing I can determine wrong with it is needing new tires and adjustment of the breaks. The frame is straight & gears shift just fine. Any advice? Should I spend the money on it for a tune up?

  14. Claus on September 9th, 2009 1:37 pm

    Nishiki is now manufactured in Gothenburg in Sweden and are producing excellent bikes of different styles. Not cheap, but price worthy as materials and equipment is excellent. Website is http://www.nishiki.se

  15. Jan Hammer on September 9th, 2009 6:45 pm

    I have a Nishiki 1985 girls twelve speed bike. It was my daughters. It has not been ridden very much and would require new tires, however they still work. It is a mauve color and is the custom sport version from Japan. Let me know if anyone is interested.

  16. weimdog on October 21st, 2009 12:53 pm

    Dick’s Sporting Goods recently purchased the Nishiki brand.

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