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his page is different. Unlike other sections of the site, it isn't named for a manufacturer. The NJS is a body having roughly the same relationship to Japanese track racing that the MCC has to English cricket. Only components bearing the NJS stamp are approved for use under the bruising conditions of the keirin track. We've been selling NJS-approved parts for a couple of years now, but interest in these spare, elegant, extraordinarily durable components is growing and we thought you might like a clear listing.
CRANK || BAR || STEM || POST || SADDLE
CHAIN || CHAINTUG || LOCKRINGS || PEDALS
TOECLIPS || TOESTRAP || GRIPS || MITTS
The silver version of the Sugino 75 is perhaps the single best-known crank on the keirin circuit, giving it a good claim on the 'world's favourite' title. It's a square-taper crank using the track-standard 144BCD, and its sharp, angular looks are quite unlike the flowing lines of most modern European offerings. We normally stock 165 and 170mm variants, both of which ship with neat inset ringbolts but no crankbolts. Click the 'Show me more' button at left to see the crank with different rings. Our biggest seller is the 75/Zen combination from the upper picture, favoured by track riders for the rigid, functional Zen ring. But the elegant 75 ring in the lower picture is now available again. Stock of both is limited to the sizes listed above, but you're welcome to mail us for info on other permutations, and also on availability of other crank lengths. Note for obsessives: NJS cranks have to be silver, so if you want to see a pair of our black 75s you'll have to make your way to the main Sugino page. Out of 165mm but some 170 left. |
The B-123AA is Nitto's classic alloy track bar. We've been importing it ever since it was recommended to us by Joss Winn, one of Hubjub's very first customers. It's a very short drop bar with a curving flat, pleasingly reminiscent of the classic Maes patterns of the 50s. At 20cm+, it is vertiginously deep. And it has that ultracool 'NJS approved' stamp. However, every single one of 'em has a 25.4mm clamp, so you'll need a Nitto shim if you're planning a 26.0mm road stem. Restocking shortly. |
Nitto's NJS Pro AA stem is a decidedly non-standard alloy quill with full NJS keirin certification. The acute angle puts the bars level with the headset or lower, which is good for aerodynamic positioning on the track. Although not usually recommended for road riding, the Pro has a cult following among couriers and flat-out commuters. We can only source the stem with a 25.4mm clamp, so you'll need to partner it with a track bar. Various extensions and angles are available besides the ones you see here, as are more expensive steel versions. Drop us a note for details. |
The Pearl is Nitto's standard alloy quill. It's a model of understated elegance. Can you see what's wrong with the images at left? You have it -- no NJS logo. We've been stocking the non-NJS 26.0mm Pearl for years, and at the moment that's the only photo we have for you. However, we're now stocking the NJS-certified track version. Restocking shortly. |
Nitto's NJS Pro-AA seatpost is usually anglicized as the 'Jaguar', although Rivendell call it the 'Frog'. It's a simple, elegant alloy post with the rock-solid two-bolt clamp design required for NJS keirin certification and the usual amazing Nitto finish. We source it in both 43 and 30mm clamp widths. Since most gaijin will be unfamiliar with this choice, we had better explain that 30mm spacing is a keirin thing. Unless you've bought one of the special narrow saddles from our NJS range, you'll be wanting a 43mm clamp. The stock posts are 27.2mm diameter and 250mm long, but others are available on custom order. |
Bet you haven't seen one of these for a while. When Kashimax saddles turned up in Europe in the 70s their lightweight combination of plastic shell and leather topping made them a favourite of competitive cyclists, although the soaring yen put them out of reach later. In Japan, they never went away: our stock 5 Gold FG8Ps are firm favourites on the keirin circuit and have the NJS logo stamped under the seat. We've chosen to bring them over in the narrow Japanese 30mm rail spacing, which is claimed to help your spin. Beware, tho -- as far as we know, we're the only source of 30mm posts on the UK market. |
People used to ask when we would be getting in a proper NJS track chain. I mean, they'd pester us every day in the street. We've always brought over HKKs and Izumis on custom order but Izumi are expensive and can be noisy and HKK aren't officially exported any more. Then our distributor sent us some of the new DID chains. DID are Big In Japan but haven't been seen much in Europe in the last decade. That's a shame, because this is a really nice retro track chain in bright silver, with lovely big smooth-running bushings and the NJS logo stamped on every link. 106 links, so long enough for most applications. 1/8" only, natch. |
MKS thin chaintugs got a positive review in CyclingPlus last summer and are stamped with the ultracool NJS-approved logo to boot. They fit track ends up to 5mm, which restricts them to the thinner steel frames. As of August 2006, the thin 'tugs come in two versions, so the photo shows one each of the hexbolt and allen bolt types. We sell pairs of one or the other, which is how MKS intended. (There's also a non-NJS version for thick dropouts, which you can see on the MKS page.) Restocked. |
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Dura-Ace lockrings are the ones we sell most of. They fit our Kogswell and ENO hubs (and other people's Sugino, Shimano, and Dura-Ace); they're very tough; and they bear the NJS stamp. |
You just had to be different, didn't you? Sugino lockrings fit Kogswell and ENO hubs, bear the NJS stamp yadda yadda, and they have the lettering in contrasting yellow-on-black. > |
If you associate MKS with pedals like the Sylvan and GR-9, the RX-1 may come as something of a shock. It's a high-end quill, built for the Japanese track market. It looks vaguely like the fondly-remembered Suntour Sprint, but the machining is better, and the overall weight is less. We chose it among four or five NJS-certified models because it uses sealed bearings, which makes it a better bet for long-term street use. It goes without saying that it would be a good choice for the track also. Single toestraps are recommended unless you know the secret of the Martian Dance. |
The Custom Nuevo Wide is our new upmarket MKS quill pedal. Once again, it's a NJS-certified sealed bearing model with an immaculate finish. The USP is that extended rear cage, nearly 9.5cm across and easily capable of accommodating the wider gaijin feet. Also, if you're too timid for Fixie Inc's notorious carscratcher bar ends, you may appreciate certain low-key passive-aggressive possibilities inherent in the design. |
Here at Castle Hubjub, even our toeclips are NJS-certified. Really! You can see the mark on the front of the plate. MKS include a little baggy with every set containing not only decent steel mounting bolts but also an allen key. That's a nice touch and it arguably makes these a better bet than the bubblepack jobs at yer LBS. Only alloy, m left. |
 Fujitoshis are keirin racing straps made from carefully finished leather. Our stock model is black and single and makes a perfect match for our MKS RX-1 pedal. The photo also shows a pair of white 'Toshi Doubles, available on custom order only. |
Soyo's Strong G grip is a true classic, a 2mm skin of soft, grippy rubber in bright, simple red, white or blue, adorning handlebars from here to Tokyo. ('Grip by choice' says the text embossed in each end, helpfully.) If you need to match a paint colour, email us for details of the competing products. We can source 26 distinct shades. Restocked. |
At 4mm thick, Yoshida's Best Champ grip is the fattest we could find. If you're inclined to deathgrip your bars, this is likely the one for you. Only in black. |
80ml of finest Maruni rubber cement in a little tin. Smells great. How were you planning to attach your grips? |
We know the NJS logo isn't applied to clothing, smartypants. But these Tanabe Defense III mitts are real keirin racer gloves, carbon fibre knucklepads immaculately stitched into a supple base. Despite the 'Rollerball' looks, they're lightweight and comfortable. Tough as old boots, too, of course. All our gloves are now white, but there's some colour variation in the carbon knuckles -- if you want to be certain how your gloves will look, mail us for a photo. |
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