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JBM Group BMX Brochure/Poster (Araya, Kyokuto-KKT, Shimano, Takagi, Tange
Item# Cat-J 120 1980 [Cat-J 120 1980]
Categories: Catalogs and Brochures-Contemporary,
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The JBM Group initially consisted of five closely associated Japanese factories that produced BMX parts; (1) Araya Rims, (2) Kyokuto (aka KKT) Pedals, (3) Shimano 2-Speed Front Gear Change System and other items, (4) Takagi Cranks & Chainwheels, (5) Tange Forks & Frame Tubing. This dimensions of this brochure when folded are 8 1/4 x 11 inches; when unfolded it is a large poster size 33 3/4 x 22 inches printed on both sides. The folds create 8 double sided panels. See the picture gallery. Shimano sponsored Bobby Encinas at the time. Also mentioned in the text are John George and David Clinton. The text on the front cover of this brochure mentions that the JBM Group is Japan`s Top Bicycle Parts Makers.

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One of the single panels showing Bobby Encinas and bearing his signature. There is considerably more text.


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Two panels illustrating and explaining the Shimano 2-Speed Front Gear Change System. This product did not catch-on in real competitive racing.


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Two panels illustrating and describing (1) Shimano Alloy Thunder-Line Cranks, (2) Araya Alloy Rims, (3) Takagi Forged Cr-Mo Cranks & Chainwheels, (4) KKT Alloy Pedals, and (5) Tange TRX Forks and Double Butted Frame Tubing.


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A picture of the reverse side of this brochure/poster (while fully unfolded) showing greater detail of each of the products offered by the five manufacturers.

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