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Levant NJS

This bicycle was pieced together over a 4 month span. Not much of a theme at all, just a group of components that I've always wanted. The previous owner seemed to have painted over the original red paint, which was a bit perplexing to discover. The frame does have all the classic characteristics of real Columbus tubes though, given the details on the fork's crown and so on. Clearances are tight everywhere. The 50:15 ratio wasn't exactly intentional, but feels good to me. I had intended to have a matching Record bottom bracket, but the one I have isn't correct for the frame. Levant frames are NJS certified and were built in Osaka, Japan by Masahiro Higashikawa, a reputable frame builder who produced frames for the Shimano Racing Team in the 1980s.

Frame:
Levant NJS - Columbus SL tubing

Fork/Headset:
Levant NJS - Columbus SL tubing / Dura Ace 25 year anniversary edition

Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
Campagnolo Record / Campagnolo Veloce

Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Phil Wood 15t / Campagnolo 50t / MKS 1/8"

Handlebars/Stem:
Nitto 42cm / Nitto Jaguar 110mm

Saddle/Seatpost:
Selle San Marco Regal

Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Mavic Open Pro / high-flange Phil Wood

Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Magic Open Pro / high-flange Phil Wood

Added by porkchop_sandwiches. Last updated almost 9 years ago.

6 Comments

asi

asi says:

Wow! That fork crown looks so nice. Build looks solid and balanced. Good job!

Posted almost 9 years ago

porkchop_sandwiches

porkchop_sandwiches says:

Thanks man. The styling of the fork was definitely one of my biggest draws to the frame set.

Posted almost 9 years ago

Philly_247

Philly_247 says:

that fork-thing was also my first thought. looks great!

Posted almost 9 years ago

tricksonafixed

tricksonafixed says:

I'd ride this! Pimpin!

Posted almost 9 years ago

porkchop_sandwiches

porkchop_sandwiches says:

Thank you! A 55cm might feel like a child's bike next to your GTB though...

Posted almost 9 years ago

tricksonafixed

tricksonafixed says:

My 721 is a 55 haha but the fact my GTB fits me right makes riding a lot more comfortable.

Posted almost 9 years ago