Buzz
When it comes to Japanese products, Vietnamese people automatically think of good quality, durable items, and of course, not unexpectedly. Japanese products not only meet the functional needs that users need but also have excellent durability thanks to the Japanese people always valuing resilience and environmental protection. Japanese sports bicycles are no exception.
Not only new models, but even used Japanese bicycles (often referred to by Vietnamese consumers with the name of secondhand Japanese bicycles) are also highly favored by users.
Below are the Japanese sports bicycle brands currently popular among Vietnamese consumers.
1. Maruishi Sports Bicycles from Japan
Maruishi brand, established since 1894, stands as the oldest bicycle manufacturer in the Japanese market. With over a century of steadfastness, Maruishi has soared high and far, earning the trust of numerous customers worldwide.
When it comes to Maruishi bicycles, one cannot overlook the rigorous manufacturing process combined with premium materials, outstanding quality, and superior durability that not every type of bicycle possesses. With innovative technology such as the shaft-drive replacing the chain drive during movement, Maruishi bicycles alleviate issues like chain slipping or breaking for users. Additionally, Maruishi's invention of puncture-resistant tires provides riders with more options and enhances safety during rides.
Maruishi offers diverse and youthful designs with 5 bicycle lines including mini bikes, mountain bikes, folding bikes, city bikes, alongside exquisite color combinations. Few know that Maruishi was the first company to introduce the 'mama' bike in 1987. The legacy of Maruishi's 'mama' bikes is evident in the iconic Japanese mini bikes highly favored by Vietnamese families in the 1990s.
Currently, Maruishi sports bicycles are still sought after by affluent consumers in Vietnam, available in both brand new and used conditions. Regardless of their state, Maruishi bicycles from Japan are considerably expensive.
2. Shimano Japanese Sports Bicycles
Shimano, a renowned brand from Japan, excels in various product lines including fishing gear, accessories, and bicycles, an area where Shimano particularly thrives.
However, unlike other brands, Shimano is more renowned for its accessories and bicycle components, especially Shimano groupsets, which are found on most high-end bicycles in the current market.
Almost regardless of the brand, if their sports bicycles utilize Shimano groupsets and components, quality is assured.
3. Bridgestone Japanese Sports Bicycles
Established in 1931 in Fukuoka, Japan, Bridgestone is now the world's largest tire manufacturer.
In its early years, Bridgestone solely produced tires until 1949 when it expanded into the bicycle market. Today, Bridgestone diversifies its operations including automotive components, industrial products, construction materials, bicycles, and sporting goods, exporting to numerous countries worldwide.
Alongside its high-quality sports bicycles, the company is also renowned for its quality sports bicycle tires, known for their exceptional durability and adaptability to various conditions, thus they are featured on many of the world's top bicycles.
4. Panasonic Sports Bicycles
Panasonic's bicycle production stems from the childhood of Konosuke Matsushita - the founder of Panasonic who was fostered by a family running a bicycle shop. His passion for bicycles began in his early days, and in 1945, he officially embarked on research and production of high-end bicycles and their components.
Panasonic bicycles utilize steel for their frames and are perfected with advanced technological equipment.
5. Miyata Japanese Sports Bicycles
Despite being a relatively young sports bicycle brand in Japan, Miyata quickly gained popularity due to its outstanding quality.
The Miyata brand is favored by Vietnamese consumers for its touring and racing bicycles, known for their top-notch quality and durability.
