While 1986 wasn’t the first year for the DX-3000, it was in my opinion one if not the most desirable year. The black and yellow color scheme was new for ’86 and it really made the bike stand out. The components were by no means high end but they were certainly respectable for a sport rider.
Frame:
Tange 900 Cr-Mo double butted tubes, forged ends and sealed bottom bracket set.
Fork/Headset:
Tange Mangaloy, AC-2 crown, forged ends and sealed head set.
Crankset/Bottom Bracket:
SR SXC-200, Alloy 52/42T
Pedals:
KKT Pro-Vic II B
Drivetrain/Cog/Chainring/Chain:
Shimano Z012 6-speed 14-28T
Derailleurs/Shifters:
Shimano L525SS S.I.S. / Shimano S424 S.I.S., brazed on down tube mounted.
Saddle/Seatpost:
Avocet saddle with SR CT-P5E micro adjusting seat post.
Brakes:
Shimano Z570, side pull with Q.R., tire guide and 600AX levers.
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Sansin ET-Q Sealed mechanism, Alloy small flange with Q.R. / Ukai 20A, 700c, alloy / Panaracer 700×25c Open Side 100PSI
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Sansin ET-Q Sealed mechanism, Alloy small flange with Q.R. / Ukai 20A, 700c, alloy / Panaracer 700×25c Open Side 100PSI
More Info:
http://panasonicbikemuseum.info/1986-panasonic-dx-3000/
Added by PBVM. Last updated over 11 years ago.