The Nishiki Beta is a 21,22 pound a triathlon/road bike with a steel and chromoly DB frame. It was first released in 1993 and again in 1994. The Beta is fully rigid.
Components
The Beta comes with Shimano and STI components, including a tig-welded, Live Chin LCS-759, NFS CRO-MO stem and dual-control, Shimano STI shifters.
Drivetrain
The Beta has 8 speeds and has a Shimano derailleur.
Wheels
It comes with Michelin Hi-Lite Comp tires (571mm x 20mm) and Sun Metal M14A rims.