Restored: 1981 Univega Specialissima

Armand Kizirian's latest work of art, 1981 Univega Specialissima fully restored from the frame up.

Photos by Antranik

My brother Armand started with just the frame of a 1981 Univega Specialissima.

This frame was one of the best touring road-bike frames and is still sought after greatly to this day.

If you would like to contact Armand with questions, his e-mail address is akracingproducts@yahoo.com

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Brooks Saddle with Copper Rails
Diamond shaped cut out Lugs with Gold Pinstriping Added (with a nice bell to match!)
Gold colored nuts and bolts at the crank 🙂
Also, it's a triple crank! Perfect for touring.
Leather wraps with matching brown brake hoods
Replica "Specialissima" Label
Extremely nifty bar-end shifters.
Matching pin-striping on fenders and fork
Full view

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1981 Univega Specialissima. Restored by Armand Kizirian