The Koga Miyata Gran Racer (often also written as GranRacer) is a classic road bike known for its excellent price-quality ratio within Koga Miyata's vintage range. Although the specific "Gran Racer" name became more prominent in later years, the 1979 generation shares the technical basis with iconic models such as the Gents Racer.
In 1979, Koga Miyata was a leading name due to the combination of Japanese craftsmanship (Miyata frames) and Dutch assembly. The bikes from this year are known for their durability and are still appreciated by collectors.