Project Nippon

Ok so I'm really getting into the FG culture and I'm looking to start my own project when I get the funds in order. I've been thinking about putting a themed project bike together and want peoples suggestions and thoughts on putting together a complete Japanese build. The mrs is Japanese and although she doesn't share my enthusiasm in the project she is quite helpful when it comes to finding parts to import. I want good quality components but I am on a budget!

I just want to know what parts people suggest particularly with the frame as I've heard Keirin frames can be a bit flimsy to say the least. So Kalavinka, Nagasawa or another make for the frame. I'm pretty set on A Sugino and MKS combination and some Token components too. I want the bike to be aesthetically pleasing, performance is a bonus.

I'd love to get your combined knowledge on this as it will be my first build.

Cheers
Rob

Well, it's probably not going to be cheap and you can either go for quality or budget components.

If you're going to go for a full NJS build then you will almost certainly be spending £1500 at least but I'm sure it's possible to spend less and still get a full Japanese build. You may have to compromise on some things though - I have a full Japanese bike which is all NJS except the tyres and the brake (although it is Japanese.)

Do plenty of reading, get on Yahoo auctions and check out sites like Hub-Jub in the UK and NJS Track Supermarket in Japan to get an idea of costs. Don't forget, you may have to pay import tax on anything from Japan.