NJS frames have been gaining high praise overseas in recent years.
They are built to withstand the immense power and energy of riders reaching astonishing speeds of 70 km/h, converting every bit of it into pure propulsion. When it comes to performance, these frames arguably surpass any other.
Handcrafted in Japan by skilled artisans, they are so coveted that some collectors own multiple sets.
Makino NJS Frame Set (Ice Metallic / C-T 525mm)
Speaking of collectors, recently we’ve seen items like Pokémon cards and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards—once just games—starting to be valued as assets.
Here’s something I want you to notice: this Makino Ice Metallic color—doesn’t it remind you of the legendary Yu-Gi-Oh! Blue-Eyes White Dragon?
I think only the sharpest eyes would make that connection. I even considered renaming it “Blue-Eyes” instead of Ice Metallic. At first glance, it’s a soft blue, but depending on the angle, it can look silver or even a bluish-green… truly an amazing color.
It’s like holding the Blue-Eyes White Dragon in your hands. Fun fact: a Blue-Eyes card once sold for 45 million yen.
Of course, this Makino frame won’t reach anywhere near that price (thankfully, haha), but it definitely carries the allure of a collector’s item.
Each NJS frame is one-of-a-kind, custom-built to the rider—no two are ever exactly the same. Frames crafted by legendary builders like Makino verge on works of art. Reproducing this exact Ice Metallic color would be a monumental challenge.
Beyond the paint, the welds on the frame are mesmerizing—truly a thing of beauty.
BROTURES F35 Carbon Clincher Rim
PHILWOOD LOW FLANGE TRACK HUB Black (Rear 110mm)
However, unlike trading cards, the real value of a bike comes from using it. It’s not meant to sit in a garage—occasionally, you want to assemble the wheels and take it for a ride.
That’s a luxury only NJS frame owners can enjoy.
PHILWOOD TRACK CHAINRING Silver
NITTO B809 CROSS RISER BAR
Equipped with nimble riser bars, carbon wheels, and Philwood cranks—the “engine” of the bike—you get both performance and style.
In Yu-Gi-Oh!, the Blue-Eyes White Dragon is one of the strongest monsters, boasting an overwhelming 3000 attack power. Similarly, this Makino frame stands as one of the most powerful machines in the world of track racing.
If you get your hands on one, treasure it in your collection—but don’t forget to experience its true power by riding it.
You’ll discover a value far beyond that of a simple collector’s item.