1980 schwinn super le tour

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Tuesday, April 29, 2014

The humble schwinn le tour.

62 comments:

Johnny, I think y'all did things not because they were cool, but because you really enjoyed doing them - that's perfect. I had a Schwinn, but I can't remember if it was a Le Tour. I paid $20 for it and sold it, two years later, for about $25 and a 2 Liter bottle of Mountain Dew (yes, guilty). Great bike! Your bikes are a lovely color too. Peace :)

Bought a Le Tour in 1983 and cost me $230 then. Rode it pretty regular for a few years then it sat in the garage for years. Got it back out this summer and have been putting about 80 miles a week on it. The Huret Cyclometer that has been on since day one shows 5,400 miles. Don't see any reason to buy a new bike.

I'm glad to hear you are still enjoying yours. I'm putting mine to work riding this summer riding 13 miles to the gym each day.

Hi Johnny! Thanks for writing this article. Sadly I lost my latour recently due to a hungry Audi. I am trying to find out what kind I have and what it's worth. Would you please help me with this? I can be reached at "alastdance4me2@gmail" Thank you!

I miss my old orange Schwinn Le Tour. I miss it badly. They just don't make bikes like that anymore. I think it was 1975 when I bought it new from our local bike shop, which sadly, is no more. I'm not an athlete but I do love the feeling I get when riding a bike, leisurely, coasting down hill is especially pleasant., exhilarating actually. I've never driven a car. In the seventies I used to ride my bike to work, a window factory in the town that I live in. It was very unusual at that time, to see a woman riding a bike around town. Now, today, almost 40 years later, I want another Le Tour, if it can be orange, all the better. I came upon your blog accidentally while searching on line for a new Schwinn that would be comparable to the LeTour. I couldn't find anything that appealed to me, aesthetically or economically. At that point, it occurred to me that maybe I could find an actual Le Tour from the seventies, maybe even an orange one. Your wonderful blog post here has motivated me to continue searching in that direction.

Thank you for sharing your touching story with me. I hope you find your orange Schwinn Le Tour again. I see Le Tours being posted on craigslist regularly. If you haven't checked out Craigslist, it's an online classified where people sell all sorts of things. I would search there at possibly go garage sale shopping on the weekends. It won't take long to find your bike again. I wish you the best-Johnny.

I had a LeTour hanging up on the garage rafters for the past 7 or 8 years. Prior to that I road it often. I had picked it up at a garage sale a few years earlier...and it was like new then. I had hand surgery on both hands and decided to get a mountain style bike with more comfortable handle bars because of the surgeries. Well, this year I finally decided to pull it down to give it a spin. Of course I first took it into a bike shop for a complete tune-up. At first I was going to get the tune-up, and new tires and tubes. But after taking it in, decided to get new brakes, new cables, and new, more expensive gel handle bar wrap. All in all, it ran about $250. My brother asked why I didn't just get a new bike...LOL. When I compared it to an ol' classic car, he understood. Yesterday I went on a 30 mile ride...without a struggle. On the other mountain bike, it would have been more difficult. The LeTour rides so smoothly and with such ease. I absolutely love it, however still a bit hard on my hands. Thanks for your post. Mary in Niles, IL

Thank you for sharing Mary. I love all the positive feedback I'm getting from this article. One thing that might help with the wrist and hand pain would be changing the tires down the road. I just switched out the tires on my 88' Schwinn to Panaracer Paselas. They ride really plush and absorb a lot of the road noise. I would also recommend wearing riding gloves for a little while until your hands can get accustomed to the feel of the bike. Way to go on your 30 miles and keep up the riding!-Johnny.

Agreed, I think this has been one of the most under rated early 10-speed touring bikes. I am getting ready to get back on my mine after a tune and some minor updates. I have three LeTours; all 21 inch frames. One silver ladies frame, ex-wife's, ridden twice and has been hanging from rafters for at least 20 years. Two yellow men's frames. One I gave to my Mom and I got back when she passed away a few years ago. I will be trying to sell ladies and one yellow men's frame soon here in Denver, Colorado

I had a crazy notion that the Le Tour was named, at least in part, for Alfred LeTourner who had some unbelievable speed record on a Schwinn. I bought one in college many years ago and still have the red beauty. A Beautiful bike.

You might be right about this. I'm too young to go that far back to know that myself. You definitely gave me something to research though.

Wow. Your post and the comments bring back many recollections and emotion about my Le Tour. I grew up in Chicago, fairly near the Schwinn factory. Of course we knew the treasures that they made in there, but, sadly, we couldn't afford new bikes in a family with 5 kids. We always had second hand or discarded bikes that we would make ride worthy - at least for the Chicago streets, alleys and parks like Humboldt park or Garfield Park. Fast forward: we'd scrimped to pay for college on our own and when I graduated my wife surprised me with a new, red Schwinn Le Tour. Unbeknownst to me, she had 'saved her lunch money' to pay for the bike. I rehabbed my used Varsity for her and we were off. We rode all over ... from the west side to downtown & the lakefront beaches, to Wrigley and Comiskey, to grad school in Hyde Park ... for years. We hauled the bikes on the TR's bike rack to Lake Geneva, Louisville and Mackinac Island. Life moves on and we did too. To MN, NY, NY. To London, Singapore, then Buenos Aires. The LeTour always made the move till it was stolen in BA. End of an era. I have a nice new bike. But I'm nostalgic for the old red Schwinn. Time to scour CL and ebay for a Le Tour to create new memories.

Great article I'm in love with this bike that I discoverd through my pops who has one he bought AGS ago. Found my own and I hope to eventually fix up a few more!

Well, I am riding a 1974 yellow Schwinn Le Tour! It is my main bike. I got it as a frame and fork in a trade for a green Varsity. After rebuilding it with original parts I love its ride. Because of my age, (63) I have upgraded a few things on it. A longer stem with cruiser handlebars is better on my back and hands. I didn't realize the amount of miles add up quick! So, maintenance is critical for these old bikes as well as upgraded parts from time to time. My old bike needs a new paint job now! I already have the decals for it.

I have a 1988 Le Tour that is 100% original and in great and rideable condition. I'd rather not sell it but I'm a little hard up right now. Let me know if your interested.

Hi there John, Thanks for the offer. I actually have a 1988 Le Tour in the red color scheme. I'm not looking for another one at this time unless it's another color and a 56cm (22.5 inch length seat tube, center of crank to top) frame. If your bike is the white and blue one with the fade away paint job, I might be able to entertain you an offer.

Just took my '86 red LeTour out for a ride. I've had this bike since I graduated college 25 years ago. Still an awesome bike.

I just "inherited" (I don't know what other word to use) a 1981 Schwinn Le Tour and find everything in this blog post from 2014 to be accurate. It's a great bike and if you need a reliable, inexpensive ride I highly recommend it to anyone that is looking for one. And now seems to be the time because I'm not finding any Le Tours on Craigslist at the $40 price this blogger paid. You can probably find one for around $100 even, but 150 and up is seeming more the norm. It seems people are catching on to their durability and quality. I just took mine out for an extended spin of 26 miles and it was an incredible ride. Maybe I'm just being a bit sentimental, but my first bike was a Schwinn...so that might be affecting my judgment. It's the first one I've had since I was 5 and I couldn't be happier.

Thanks for your comment. The $40 bargains are usually found in garage sales or unspecific ads on craigslist like "bike for sale". I agree that as more people find out that what they have is more valuable they will raise the prices and because of that bargains are getting hard to come by. Bike swaps, garage sales and word of mouth have been where I scored my best deals.

I see one listed by a used bike dealer, 1982 model, 25" frame like I have. He is asking $175, looks to be in good shape. I bought a 1982 Le Tour Tourist model for my wife last summer, got it for $80. on Craigslist. I think he got it cheap at a garage sale and made a few bucks. Can't complain too much, not a bad bike for $80.

I loved my 1983 Schwiin Le Tour. It was such an awesome bike. When all of my friends were transitioning from their banged up, abused Huffy bikes to nice Diamondback chrome-molly bmx style bikes, I was the first to switch to a 10 speed. My Le Tour was my first personal bike purchase with my own money. I was lucky to have a great local bike shop experience. They guided me towards the Le Tour...and at first I was highly resistant. I wanted to ride a bmx style bike like my friends. I'm so glad I went with the Le Tour. I've been on many different types of bikes since then, but nothing rode as smooth as that Le Tour. I wish I hadn't sold it because I've come full circle back to a steel framed touring bike as my main ride. I had a carbon frame Specialized Tarmac that rode like a rocket, but I missed that smooth, comfortable steel framed ride.

Thanks for your comment. It reminds me of the BMX craze going around when I was growing up in the late 90's. A lot of kids bought "trick bikes" and most of them never got into cycling later in life as adults. I was riding an adult size mountain bike at the height of BMX popularity back then. Till this day I still ride because I got into it in a sensible way instead of doing it because it was cool.

I bought a Schwinn Traveler back in 82 because it was a little cheaper than the Le Tour, but I did look @ the Le Tour with envy. My bike was a lightweight one, I had an odometer and a little flip type fender on the back to prevent the mud from hitting my rear. I loved that bike. If I am able to find a Lightweight Le Tour that is in great shape, I will be in heaven.

I have a 1974 LT5 (25" frame) Le Tour, yellow, look much like your with a bit of 41 year old patina. Been a great bike but now retired and not sure whether to keep for my grandson or sell and get something that rides a bit smoother since my wife now wants to start riding again. I remember making the comparison between a Peugot and the Le Tour when I bought this one (lot of money, still in college) I still made the best choice.

Bought mine from a buddy my senior year in H.S, 1977. I used it a bit in college and then it went to the garage because I'm more of a runner than a rider. Marriage, 4 kids later, and a new job it Texas it was still there. In 2010 I decided that if I was ever going to try a triathlon now was the time. So out came the Le Tour, it's performed well in about 30 triathlons since then. Sure I could upgrade and buy a $3000 bike, but I paid $60 in 1977 so it's a bit hard to justify the upgrade!

Right on! As long as it works for you that is all that matters. I'm glad that it is still seeing some use.

Great article. I saw a Le Tour on the street today and thought about how cool it would be to restore one. One question: do you have any idea where to get paint that looks like the semi-metallic blue or green that Schwinn used in the 60s-80s? I don't see those colors anymore.

Hi Ron, some powdercoating shops will carry the metallic red and blue finish, although it may not be an exact match to the original paint job. I use a guy that has a near identical cherry red metallic finish and I have restored a few bikes using his services. Powdercoating is the way to go if you are in the market for repainting your bicycle.

i have a 2007 Schwinn Le Tour and i AGREE with most This is a GREAT bike to ride !!

I still ride my red womans Schwinn LeTour I got in junior high in 1975. I've tried newer lighter bikes and they don't fit and are harder to ride. Just rode my LeTour biking and camping through the Florida keys. Key largo to key west and back. Next trip will be an organized tour in downeast Maine.

Just found your blog- great stuff. So, my Dad has a yellow one just like the one in the photos. I don't live near him, but would guess it is a '75 or '76. I think I'm going to restore it when I go home to visit this summer. For those who have dissected one recently, did you have difficulty finding a bottom bracket/head set to fit these old frames? I had a blue Le Tour in middle school- loved it!

The bottom bracket is a standard 68mm English threaded that can fit any modern threaded bottom bracket. The headset will have to be replaced to accommodate a standard 22.mm quill stem, as Schwinn used their own proprietary headset and stem.

Just ran across this blog; I've had an old yellow LeTour (1975-76) sitting in my garage for many years. I got it as a birthday gift when I was a teen and had several people tell me to hang onto it. Now, it needs some serious TLC--I've had the urge to ride again lately. I'm not sure how much I would cost to have it fixed up, but this article has been encouraging!

Thanks for this article. I just (an hour ago) picked up an all original, silver, 1976 Le Tour for $20. It's a little rusty in spots, but everything works perfectly. I'm gonna love riding it.

I feel so justified... finally!!! I've been riding my LeTour since I was in high school in the last 70's. Its the only bike I've ever owned! I've done three week road trips with panniers. I'm still riding that bike hundreds of miles a week. I love it and I refuse to give it up. Everyone, and I mean everyone, has told me I should get a new bike since I ride so much. There have been times when I've wondered if they're right so I've demo'ed other bikes that cost thousands of dollars. I'm not even tempted anymore. They just convince me that I am riding the best already. Why would I ever switch!! Thanks for the confirmation!

i just found a June 1974 tossed in the garbage - i bought 2 new tires and handle bar grips - cleaned - greased and waxed it and it now rides as smooth as a new Rolls Royce ... what a SWEET bike !

My 1972 steel Le Tour was made in Japan as was a generation of lighter alloy frame Le Tours made shortly after that. All bear the "Schwinn Approved" badge.

Bought my blue Le Tour at a garage sale in Buffalo in 1995 for $100 - still a daily rider 21 years later. Yes, it's nothing like a carbon Cervelo, but it runs strong!

Due to increasing and formidable lumbar pain, I stopped riding my '88-89 Le Tour several years ago in my mid-50's. I was finally ordered to a pain clinic to face my pain this spring and after multiple risotomies my spine is pain free and I am back on the bike. I spent a few dollars on lockin pedals and 1" kevlar reinforced tires to save a little more weight and rolling resistance. I ride twice a week (yes, on my venerable Le Tour) and am aiming to be able to ride my age (now +60) before it gets cold here in November or so.

Just picked up a 1977 LeTour II in orange with the original generator talight and headlight. It looks to completely original and is in excellent shape. I will be selling it on CL here in Phoenix shortly

i have never driven a car.been riding..mostly schwinns since i was 5 years old in 1967.49 years of bike riding.my current bike is a schwinn letour made in japan probably early 70s.schwinn approved on the head..but this monster is heavy.i ran into a mailbox 9 years ago in the darkness between alpha and aledo il. on my way from peoria to iowa..the mailbox was out too far on the roadside.i couldnt tell too dark ..but the bike just mowed it and the post down.it must of been dilapidated cause i should of got hurt..but didnt..dogs started barking it was 2 am..and i got back on the bike and peddeled away lol..the rear wheel was way too heavy and i was glad the axle cracked i switched out the entire drivetrain ,chain wheel cranksprocket with a later schwinn that was too small for me framesize wise. i love this bike..though i have ill maintained it. i have a trek in iowa that i got for 60 bucks that is great..but i dont think as durable as the schwinn even though it has a mangaloy frame...i also have a raliegh..and had a brand new schwinn that was stolen 15 years ago....sob anyway to all the bike lovers ride on..

I am looking to restart riding my Le Tour. I purchased it in high school before 1975. Still in great shape and a lovely Yellow and lots of chrome, water bottle, mounted tire pump, and the matching yellow Schwinn saddle bag. I have found new tires and now need to get new tubes and give it a ride. When I purchased it, I got the largest frame Schwinn made thinking I would continue growing like my brother and Dad (e.g. over 6 foot) but I stopped growing. The bike is a little tall for me but the ride has always been so smooth. Looking to have fun with an old friend. Any buddy have recommendations where to get new tubes, brakes, etc.?

The upgrade from 1982 to 1983 Le Tour was significant. That's the year they went with 4130 tubing, fluted alloy seat post, alloy wheels, Chrome rear dropouts, and nice Suntour components. Thank you for your documentation of this workhorse bike.

I recently purchased an absolutely MINT 1981 LeTour in Frost Silver. It literally looks like it just came off the showroom floor. I bought it because of it's condition, unknowing of it's ride qualities. It's a pretty smooth bike, indeed. The worst part about riding it is the weird handlebars. They are too narrow for me and the funny curve in them is annoying. I I put Fizik bar tape on it in red to complement the red logos. It weighs in at about 30 lbs.. I hope you are correct about the values going up. I gave $200 for this one, but it's condition is extremely rare.

Thanks for your webpage! I agree that Le Tours are incredible bikes and (thankfully) normally don't get enough credit. My parents got me a used Yellow LeTour when I got my first big kid bike, upgrading from my 3 speed sting ray I'd had since graduating from my tricycle. I didn't bring it to college, but when I got my first apartment in Chicago, I brought it from Wisconsin and biked everywhere I could. Early in 2017, my beloved Yellow LeTour, that didn't seem to be currently in fashion, got stolen from my garage. I miss it and still can't believe that someone took the time to break into my garage, left my car alone and just took my bike. I miss it every day and haven't biked since. I'm 5'8" and so many frames are small when you look online. Looks like Le Tours were going for about $150 this spring, so I guess it was worth it to someone. I'll always remember my 20 years with my beloved Schwinn...it was sturdy and withstood many mishaps, just like me :)

I purchased my yellow Le Tour new in 1974, the courts had just taken my driver's license away, so for six months I got around on my Le Tour. It's been in my parents attic, I'll restore it now, still looks like new!!!

GOT MINE TONIGHT SITTING NEXT TO A DUMSTER NEEDS TIRES AND A SADDLE ORIGANAL RED LIGHT AS A FEATHER LOOKS ALMOST NEW IT WILL BE ON THE ROAD TOMARROW

I was thinking about selling my womens black Schwinn Super Le Tour. It was one on the last ones made in Chicago (1983?). I am going to have to have ankle surgery and I am not a young pup anymore - not sure how long a long recovery will be. I keep holding on to it hoping that someday, I will be able to ride it regularly again. Reading the stories in this blog are making me want to keep holding on to it....

I have one like your 'Xtra Lite / 1020'. I believe this and all early 'Schwinn Approved' Le Tours were made by Matsushita ('National') / Panasonic. Yes, a very nice riding bike despite or maybe because of the stiff 1020 tubing and the steel wheels. I took mine apart years ago & replaced all the hardened grease, had the steel wheels professionally trued and tightened. Replacing the original 5-speed cluster and Shimano derailleur (pre expiry of the Sun Tour patent) with a 6 speed and Shimano Light Action derailleur helped a great deal. A great bike despite that vintage bike afficianados would not look at it twice.

P.S. - I had to file the stop on the stem shifters to allow enough travel to shift through all six gears with the Shimano Light Action. Only use low infrequently, which is good, because the lever position now interferes with right turns!

How great to learn that so many people love their Le Tours. I still have my red one that I got for Christmas in 1975. I put it on a jet to Luxembourg in the summer of 1976 and rode all the way to Vienna and back in about six weeks. I took the bike out of the travel box and rode off from the airport with panniers full of what I could carry for a six week trip. There were no helmets, I wore a little bike cap backwards, which was very "cool". Bike shorts were made of wool and had chamois leather crotch. The Le Tour performed like a champ while others I in my small group of classmates struggled with French bikes. I have not ridden my Le Tour since the 70's but have kept it for sentimental reasons.

Love my 1977 Le Tour II. Rebuilt from the ground up. It was in horrible shape, but not anymore. Rides like butter!

Great story. I restore bikes...Le Tour bikes highly respected

Check the '74 Schwinn catalog. Le Tours were made in Japan not Chicago. A lot of people make this mistake because the head badge says Chicago. The company would be in Chicago for several more years but any lugged frame Schwinn from this era came from Japan unless it is a Paramount. I've never owned a Le Tour but I've owned dozens of other Schwinns both old school and imports. Always a great bike for the boom era. Take care of it and your grand kids can enjoy it.

I have a 77 letour II - I upgraded to bontrager bladed spoke wheels - And gear cartridge- The reason I chose to comment ... is you are right - These bikes are fast , thing rides like the wind .. Guys with the new 3000 dollar bikes laugh when they see it ... till I blow there doors off with ease - I have no idea why - and a suprise to others as well .. As to why things bikes are so fast

About 2 years ago I bought a blue '81 Le Tour for $15 at a garage sale. It was missing the rear derailleur. I bought a modern-day Shimano Altus rear derailleur for another $15 and installed it myself. Then I took it to my LBS (south side of Chicago) for a $60 tune up and haven't looked back since. You are dead-on Johnny, this is a beautiful, smooth carbon steel ride, reminiscent of the Peugeot PX10 I used to enjoy. And it can go toe-to-toe with modern day road bikes. I then found your excellent blog. It's a keeper

Still have my favorite Peril essence orange 79 Le tour II still looks brand new and rides like new one. I have 28 old schwinns . Continetals ,varsity,and collegiate. Two sting rays ,orange crate 69 and a67 fastback. Best durable riding bikes ever. Started collecting over 20 years ago. ASs a little boy i would walk past a schwinn shop and would admire them back in Ohio. We never could afford them . I said to my self one day i will.

I bought a LeTour III in 1975 for two reasons: 1) it was all this teenager could afford at the time, and 2) it was the only one bicycle fit my 6'6" height (I bought the 26" frame). I didn't care for the pearl orange color at first -- it was the only 26" frame the bicycle shop at the time, but the color "grew" on me over the years. I have put 1000's of miles on the bike over the years, including bike-packing camping trips, 90+ mile road trips, and commuting to work in the city. I was even hit by an automobile in Oklahoma City (no injuries, but the front chain guard has never been the same). For many years into my 20's, that bike was my only form of personal transportation. I have had it overhauled twice over the decades. I am in my 60's, now, but I still ride it occasionally.

I have been seeing a lot of these lately. I volunteer at a charity bike shop in Phoenix rebuilding vintage bikes. The first one I saw, I thought somebody had stuck a Schwinn head badge on an 1980s Japanese or Taiwanese frame. I didn't realize Schwinn made these lugged frames in Chicago for several years. Every one I've worked on has been fun, even the ones that are nothing but a battered frame. Today I saw a young lady at the farmers' market with the red letour frame that I originally thought was not a real Schwinn. It's an urban single speed now and doing just fine.

I am originally from Chicago, and when visiting there last year I saw the exact same Schwinn Le Tour that I own riding past me. I yelled out "great bike!" and the person riding it gave me the weirdest look :) I bought my Le Tour in Oakland, CA in 2014 maybe? I love Schwinn bikes, mostly my Chicago pride, but also really liked the way this bike looked and rode. I believe it is a '76 model, looks exactly like the yellow one in the video above. I rode it exclusively until 2017 when I started to acquire lighter bikes for all the climbing I was doing. Now the Le Tour is our touring bike, fully equipped with bike trailer and dog running bar. We still ride it every day, and it is still an amazing bicycle, love that Le Tour!!!

This is such a well written blog. I hope you keep going as you can feel the passion in every paragraph. I just bought a super letour, not sure what year but I'm all the way here in Guatemala. I may do a series on traveling with my new amazing bike. Wherever I look people keep praising this bikes so I can't wait for mine to come here (next couple of days) . Let me know if you want to make a collaboration to write something about the experience of driving in different countries. Wish you the best!

I'm about to purchase a Schwinn LeTour from a bike shop, I was in a bad motorcycle wreck and was told by my Dr that the best thing I could do is start on a Bicycle, I have chosen a LeTour, haven't rode it yet but it appears to be a nice bike to help me build myself back up...I really looked hard to find a Contintal but I found this LeTour... I put money down and it's almost paid for, I'll have it home within a couple of weeks, and at my age surprisingly I'm looking forward to getting it. I'm 62 at this time

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4 Voyageur 11.8 $349.95 4 Voyageur 11.8 Chrome $399.95 5 Super LeTour $296.95 6-7 LeTour $234.95 8 Traveler $194.95 8 Traveler , 27" frame $204.95 9 World Sport $169.95 9 World Tourist $164.95

12 Continental $199.95 13 Deluxe Varsity $189.95 14 Varsity Sport $179.95 15 Suburban 10-speed $196.95 15 Suburban 5-speed $186.95 18-19 Collegiate 10-speed $174.95 18-19 Collegiate 5-speed $164.95

20-21 Collegiate 3-speed, coaster $154.95 20-21 Collegiate 3-speed, caliper $149.95 20-21 Collegiate coaster $134.95 23 24" Wheel Deluxe Varsity $189.95 24 24" Wheel Varsity Sport $179.95 25 24" Wheel Collegitae 5-speed $164.95 25 24" Wheel Collegiate 3-speed coaster (Tourist) $154.95 26 Deluxe Cruiser $206.95 26 Cruiser 5-speed $201.95 26 Cruiser, coaster $166.95 27 Cruiser, $166.95 27 24" Wheel Cruiser, $166.95 28 Heavy-Duti $164.95 28 Hollywood $136.95 28 Typhoon $136.95

30 The Sting $456.95 31 SX-2000 $276.95 32 SX-500 $186.95 32 Sx-500 Chrome $201.95 33 Sx-100 $196.95 33 Sx-100 chrome $211.95 33 36/36 freewheel $176.95 33 36/36 chrome with freewheel $191.95 33 36/36 coaster $166.95

34 Phantom $146.95 34 Phantom chrome $161.95 34 Phantom Mag $176.95 34 Phantom Mag chrome $191.95 35 Mini Scrambler $126.95 36 Huricane number 5 $169.95

37 Fair Lady, coaster $109.95 37 Fair Lady, 3-speed $132.95 37 Lil' chik $104.95 38 Sting-Ray, 3-speed $132.95 38 Sting-Ray, coaster $109.95 38 Tornado $104.95 39 Sting-Ray II $104.95 39 Mini Sting-Ray $104.95

40 Bantam $99.95 40 Pixie $79.95 41 Sting-Ray Pixie $87.95 41 Lil Tiger $74.95 42 Twinn Tandem Sport 10-speed $419.95 42 Twinn Tandem 5-speed $299.95 43 Tri-Wheeler $289.95 44 Unicycle 20" and 24" $86.95 44 Unicycle Giraffe $159.95 47 Deluxe Exerciser $194.95 48 ErgoMetric Exerciser $700.95 49 Air-Dyne Exerciser $450.95

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V21-9 21" frame V23-9 23" frame V25-9 25" frame VC1-9 21" full chrome VC3-9 23" full chrome VC5-9 25" full chrome Colors: Scarlet Flame, Black Sabble and Chrome.

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Schwinn super letour 12-speed.

Lightweight responsive and agile, the 28 pound 12-speed Super LeTour is an X-tra Lite cycle with features rarely found in this price range.

Self-centering rear derailleur with six-cog cassette freewheel. Downtube shifters for smooth, quiet, positive shifting, and Schwinn's own made-in-Chicago X-tra Lite torch brazed lug frame... plus many other extra-quality equipment features that make this an execeptional bicycle you'll be proud to own. (See specifications on page 10 and 11.) The final test of bicycle is the Super LeTour's handling characteristics are the equivalent to almost any bike in the world.

Men's frame sizes

D21-9 21" D23-9 23" D25-9 25" Color: Black Sable and Summer Cloud White

Schwinn LeTour 10-Speed

Jean-Claude Killy says... " I like Schwinn's truly fine quality 30-pound 10-speed bike with high performance features and an American built brazed lug frame. It's a terrific value at its popular price. There's no substitute for the riding quality, the agility, easy of handling and lightness of pedal effort that can be achieved with an excellent cycle like this..."

Performance X-tra Lite frame that's properly designed, carefully built and perfectly aligned... characteristics which are sometimes missing in mass-produced bikes of lesser quality.

D11-9 21" D13-9 23" D15-9 25"

Ladies' frame sizes

D59-9 19" D62-9 22" Color: Cardinal Red, Frosty Silver and Sky blue.

LeTour by Avocet

The Schwinn built brazed lug frame of 18 gauge 1020 carbon steel tubing. Shimano 400 rear freewheel high gear chainguard.

Schwinn high pressure 27 x 1 1/4" Sports Touring gumwall tires on UKA! narrow section tubular steel rims. Torch brazing confines heat to a small area to avoid annealing complete frame. Aluminum alloy handlebars and stem with recessed bolts.

Tubular front fork with chrome plated crown cover and chrome trimmed blades. Sugino Super Maxi alloy cotterless crank set with 39 and 52 tooth chainwheels.

Why Torch Brazed Frames are More Responsive...

Schwinn built X-tra Lite LeTour lug frames are made of 18 gauge 1020 carbon steel tubing with its original temper, Stiffness and resiliency because it has been carefully torch brazed. The frame has been heated only where the tubes are brazed into the lugs. Many mass-produced bicycle frames are heated in ovens or salt solutions in their entirely, to over 1700 F, in order to melt the brazing material in the joints.

This can anneal the entire frame and changes its temper and resiliency. The result are unresponsice and "dead" riding characteristics in the finished bicycle. Torch brazing preserves the tubing's integrity for a lively ride and also permits better quality control for better riding performance.

Complete specifications on page 10 and 11.

Schwinn-Approved Traveler 10-Speed

T29 19" T31 21" T33 23" T35 25" T37 27" (extra cost)

See the complete history of the Schwinn Traveler .

T59 19" T62 22"

This dependable 32-pound X-tra Lite 10-speed bike has been engineered by Schwinn and produced overseas to Schwinn' exacting specifications to combine good riding performance with a moderate price- truly an attractive value.

The Traveler is handsome in design, smooth handling- and fully equipped with reliable performance features. A reliable, light Sillstar crankset in new for 1980.

See specifications on pages 10 and 11.

Schwinn-Approved World

World Sport Men's frame sizes W31-9 21" W33-9 23" W35-9 25"

World Sport W89-9 19" W91-9 21"

If you've looked forward to the excitement of true lightweight cycling but need a thrifty price, here's your answer. Schwinn has designed and imported this remarkable new Schwinn-Approved World models with 10-speed or 5-speed features typicalle found only on mode expensive bicycles. In addition to weighing only 33 pounds, the World models have lively pedal action and stable, predictable riding characteristics.

Complete specifications on pages 12 and 13.

World Tourist

W41-5 21" W43-5 23" W45-5 25"

W79-5 19" W81-5 21"

Schwinn Voyageur 11.8

Frame size (inches) :

V21-9 21" men's V23-9 23" men's V25-9 25" men's VC1-9 21" full chrome men's VC3-9 23" full chrome men's VC5-9 25" full chrome men's

Frame: Schwinn-Approved lug frame-brazed construction with double-butted top and down tubes. Chrome-moly 4130 main frames tubes. 5" chrome trim on rear stays. Fork:Fork: Tubular with semi-sloping chrome plated crown and 6" chrome trim on fork blades. Handlebar: SR alloy road racing style with a double sleeve. Stem: SR alloy with recesed allen head bolts. Saddle: Black Ariake Jaguar with chrome plated carriage. Crankset: Sugino Super Maxy alloy cotterless with 40 and 52 tooth chainwheels with chrome-moly steel spindle. 170 mm crank arms. Freewheel: Schwinn Altus 6-speed cassete gold finish, 13-15-17-20-24-28. Hubs: Rear: Front- Shimano alloy samll flange with quick release and positive wheel retention. Rear- Shimano alloy small flange free hub with quick release. Rear Dearilleur: Shimano Altus LT with self-centering system. Front Derailleur: Shimano Altus LT. Shifting Lever: Shimano Altus LT down tube mount. Brakes: Dia-Compe 500G side pull with lever hoods. Rims: Araya alloy 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Tires: Schwinn Super Record gumwall high Pressure (300 grams) 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Spokes: 080 gauge bright finish. Pedals: KKT alloy rattrap. Color: Scarlet Flame, Black Sable, Chrome. Accessories: Toe clips and straps. Weight: 26 pounds.

Schwinn Le Tour

Frame Size (inches) : D21-9-21" men's D23-9-23" men's D25-9-25" men's

Frame: Schwinn-Built X-tra Lite Torch brazed lug frame, 18 gauge 1020 carbon steel. Fork: Tubular with semi-sloping chrome plated crown and 6" chrome trim on fork blades. Handlebar: SR alloy Randonneur bend drop style with a double sleeve. Stem: SR alloy with recesed allen head bolts. Saddle: Avocet Condor. Crankset: Sugino Super Maxi alloy cotterless with 39 and 52 tooth chainwheels with chrome-moly steel spindle. 170 mm crank arms. Freewheel: Schwinn Altus 6-speed cassete gold finish, 13-15-17-20-24-28. Chain: Shimano Uniglide 3/32 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Rear: Front- Shimano alloy small flange with quick release and positive wheel retention. Rear- Shimano alloy small flange free hub with quick release. Rear Dearilleur: Shimano Altus LT with self-centering system. Front Derailleur: Shimano Altus LT. Shifting Lever: Shimano Altus LT down tube mount. Brakes: Weinamm 605 side pull with lever hoods. Rims: Weinamm A-125 light alloy 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Tires: Schwinn Super Record gumwall high Pressure (300 grams) 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Spokes: 080 gauge bright finish. Pedals: Mailard rattrap. (with steel case) Color: Black sabble, summer cloud white. Accessories: Toe clips and straps. Weight: 26 pounds.

Frame Size (inches) : D11-9-21" men's D13-9-23" men's D15-9-25" men's D59-9- 19" ladies' D62-9- 22" ladies' Frame: Schwinn-Built X-tra Lite Torch brazed lug frame, 18 gauge 1020 carbon steel tubing. Fork: Tubular with chrome plated crown cover and 6" chrome trim on fork blades. Handlebar: SR alloy Randonneur bend drop style with a double sleeve. Stem: SR alloy with recessed allen head bolts. Saddle: Avocet Condor. Crankset: Sugino Super Maxi alloy cotterless with 39 and 52 tooth chainwheels with chainguard and chrome-moly steel spindle. 170 mm crank arms. Freewheel: Schwinn-Approved Maillard gold finish, high-gear chainguard built-in dust seal and 14-17-20-24-28 tooth cogs. Chain: Sedis 3/32 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Rear: Front- Shimano alloy large flange with quick release and positive wheel retention. Rear- Schwinn-Approved alloy large flange with quick release. Rear Dearilleur: Shimano 400. Front Derailleur: Schwinn-Approved GT-295 with exclusive two-piece chain guide for jam-free shifting. Shifting Lever: Schwinn Twin Stik stem mounted. Brakes: Schwinn-Approved alloy center pull with extensions levers. Rims: UKAI narrow section steel 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Tires: Schwinn high Pressure Sports Touring gumwall 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Spokes: 080 gauge bright finish. Pedals: KKT RT-E steel rattrap. Color: Frosty Silver, Cardinal Red, Sky blue. Accessories: Kickstand. Weight: 30 pounds with kickstand.

Full size 27 inch Wheel Models

Frame Size (inches) : T29-9-19" men's T31-9-21" men's T33-9-23" men's T35-9-25" men's T37-9-27" men's

T59-9-19" ladies T62-9-22" ladies

Frame: Schwinn-Approved lug frame brazed construction of 18 gauge 1020 carbon steel tubing. Fork: Tubular with chrome plated crown cover and 6" chrome trim on fork blades. Handlebar: Steel Randonneur bend drop style. Stem: SR alloy with recessed binder bolt. Saddle: Ariake-black vinyl top with nylon base. Crankset: Silstar alloy 170mm crank arms cotterless 40 and 52 tooth chainwheels with chaing wheels and alloy guard. Freewheel: Shimano 14-17-20-24-28 tooth cogs. Chain: HKK Uniglide 3/32 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Rear: Front- Shimano steel semi-large flange. Rear- Shimano steel small flange. Rear Dearilleur: Shimano 400. Front Derailleur: Shimano 400. Shifting Lever: Shimano stem mounted. Brakes: Schwinn-Approved alloy center pull with extensions levers. Rims: Araya steel 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Tires: Schwinn puff gumwall 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Spokes: 080 gauge UCP finish. Pedals: SR SP-300CP rattrap pedals. Color: Scarlet Flame, Pearl Blue. Accessories: Kickstand. Weight: 32 pounds with kickstand.

World Sport

Frame Size (inches) :

W31-9-21" men's W33-9-23" men's W35-9-25" men's

W89-9-19" ladies W91-9-21" ladies

See the complete history of the Schwinn World .

Frame: Schwinn-Approved lug frame brazed construction of 18 gauge 1020 carbon steel tubing. Fork: Tubular with eyelets. Handlebar: Steel drop style. Stem: SR alloy with recessed binder bolt. Saddle: Black racing type with lightweight plastic base. Crankset: Silstar alloy 170mm crank arms cotterless 40 and 52 tooth chainwheels with and alloy guard. Freewheel: Maeda SunTour 14-17-20-24-28 tooth cogs. Chain: TYC 3/32 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Rear: Front- Sunshin steel semi-large flange. Rear- Sunshin steel small flange. Rear Dearilleur: Maeda SunTour Honor. Front Derailleur: Maeda SunTour Spirt. Shifting Lever: SunTour stem mounted. Brakes: Alloy center pull with extensions levers. Rims: Tubular steel 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Tires: High Pressure gumwall 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Spokes: 080 gauge UCP finish. Pedlas: Rattrap. Color: Royal Marron, Frosty Silver. Accessories: Kickstand. Weight: 33 pounds with kickstand.

W41-9-21" men's W43-9-23" men's W45-9-25" men's

W79-9-19" ladies W81-9-21" ladies

Frame: Schwinn-Approved lug frame brazed construction of 18 gauge 1020 carbon steel tubing. Fork: Tubular with eyelets. Handlebar: Box style tourist. Stem: SR alloy with recessed binder bolt. Saddle: Mattres saddle. Crankset: Single 48 tooth chainwheel with 170 mm alloy crank arms. Freewheel: Maeda SunTour 14-17-21-26-32 tooth cogs. Chain: TYC 3/32 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Rear: Front- Sunshin steel semi-large flange. Rear- Sunshin steel small flange. Rear Dearilleur: Maeda SunTour Honor. Front Derailleur: None. Shifting Lever: SunTour stem mounted. Brakes: Alloy center pull with extensions levers. Rims: Tubular steel 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Tires: High Pressure gumwall 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Spokes: 080 gauge UCP finish. Pedlas: Rattrap. Color: Sky Blue. Accessories: Kickstand. Weight: 33 pounds with kickstand.

Schwinn Continental

Color: Black Sable and Sky Blue. 310-9 20" 312-9 22" 314-9 24" 316-9 26"

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510-9 20" 512-9 22"

The Schwinn Continental is the top-of-the-line 27-inch wheel standard lightweight. This 36-pound 10-speed model features Schwinn's durable Electro-forged diamond-style frame of 16 gauge 1010 carbon steel. The strongest, longest-lasting, diamont-style frame ever made.

Slightly heavier but stronger and more suitable for hard riding than 30-pound sport bicycles, the Continental is ideal for dependable service. It features a quick release front hub with the Schwinn exclusive positive front wheel retention.

The front wheel may be removed in just seconds for carrying the bike in most car trunks, easy storage or quick tire changes. Complete specifications on pages 16 and 17.

Schwinn Deluxe Varsity

Colors: Emerald Green, Cardinal Red and Sky Blue. 417-9 17" 420-9 20" 422-9 22" 424-9 24"

See the complete history of the Schwinn Varsity .

467-9 17" 470-9 20"

Amazingly easy, positive shifting sets the new Schwinn Deluxe Varsity apart from other 10-speed lightweights. It's equipped with a front freewheeling FF system and a Positron stem-mounted shift lever which moves each gear with a positive click-an unbeatable combination for riders new to 10-speed machines and a real convenience for experienced riders.

Schwinn Breeze Sports Touring 27 x 1 1/4" gumwall tires make this sturdy 37-pound 10-speed a joy to ride and easy to maintain. Complete specifications on pages 16 and 17.

Schwinn Varsity Sport

Colors: Emerald Green, Cardinal Red and Sky Blue. 117-9 17" 120-9 20" 122-9 22" 124-9 24" 126-9 26"

167-9 17" 170-9 20" 172-9 22"

America's Favorite 10-speed Bicycle

Year after year, the Schwinn Varsity is America's favorite full-size 27-inch wheel 10-speed bicycle. Famous for its smooth and easy riding quality and its sturdy dependability under all riding conditions.

Extra-strength features, together with a forged steel stem and heavy duty kickstand, add up to total weight of approximately 38 pounds, but the Varsity is nevertheless responsive and easy to pedal beacause of its high quality, precision made crank and wheel bearings, the low rolling resistance.

Complete specifications on pages 16 and 17.

Schwinn Suburban

Five and ten speed.

Colors: Spicy Chestnut and Sky Blue. 642-9 22" 10-speed 644-9 24" 10-speed 530-5 20" 5-speed 532-5 22" 5-speed 534-5 24" 5-speed

See the complete history of the Schwinn Suburban .

687-9 17" 10-speed 690-9 20" 10-speed 692-9 22" 10-speed 577-5 17" 5-speed 580-5 20" 5-speed 582-5 22" 5-speed

Many riders prefer the comfort of traditional upright or tourist handlebars, but still want all the advantages of low rolling resistance on full adult-size 27 inch wheels- the perfect combintaion offered in this wide selection of easy riding Schwinn Suburban models.

Choose from 10-speed or 5-speed models equipped with the Shimano FF front freewheel system for effortless shifting of gears and exceptionally consistent pedal action in all kinds of terrain and riding conditions. The Suburban, when equipped with a basket or carrier, is also the perfect gas saving transportation to the store or aroung the neighborhood.

Schwinn Standard Lightweight Models, 1980 Specifications

Continental.

Frame Size (inches) : 310-9 20" men's 312-9 22" men's 314-9 24" men's 316-9 26" men's 350-9 20" ladies' 352-9 22" ladies'

Frame: Schwinn Electro-forged of 16 gauge 1010 carbon steel with built-in kickstand housing and welded-on cable lugs. Fork: Tubular chrome plated with eyelets. Handlebar: SR alloy Randonneur bend drop style with a double sleeve. Stem: SR alloy with recessed allen head bolts. Saddle: Schwinn-Approved Comfort-Form racing style with vinyl cover over specially molded pad. Crankset: Schwinn forged steel diamond style heat treated crank with patented Schwinn 39 and 52 tooth chainwheels. Freewheel: Schwinn-Approved Maillard with 14-17-20-24-28 tooth cogs, high-gear chainguard and built-in dust seal. Chain: 3/32 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Rear: Front- Schwinn-Approved alloy large flange with quick release and positive wheel reaction. Rear- Schwinn-Approved alloy large flange. Rear Dearilleur: Schwinn-Approved GT-510 with jam-free backpedal cage. Front Derailleur: Schwinn-Approved GT-290 with special jam-free chain cage. Shifting Lever: Schwinn-Built Twin Stik stem mounted. Brakes: Schwinn-Approved alloy center pull with extensions levers. Rims: Schwinn tubular chrome plated steel 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Tires: Schwinn Sports Touring gumwall high pressure 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Pedlas: KKT RT-E steel rattrap. Color: Black Sable, Sky Blue. Accessories: Built-in Kickstand. Weight: 36 pounds with kickstand.

Deluxe Varsity

Frame Size (inches) : 417-9 17" men's 420-9 20" men's 422-9 22" men's 424-9 24" men's 467-9 17" ladies' 470-9 20" ladies'

Frame: Schwinn Electro-forged of 16 gauge 1010 carbon steel with built-in kickstand housing and welded-on cable lugs. Fork: Schwinn-built steel forged with chrome finish crown cap. Handlebar: Schwinn chrome plated steel drop style. Stem: Schwinn chrome plated forged steel. Saddle: Schwinn-Approved Comfort-Form racing style with vinyl cover over specially molded pad. Crankset: Schwinn forged steel one-piece crank with FF front freewheeling double plateau 39 and 52 tooth chainwheels. Freewheel: Schwinn-Approved FF system with 14-17-20-24-28 tooth cogs. Chain: Uniglide 3/32 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Rear: Front- Schwinn-Approved alloy large flange. Rear- Schwinn-Approved alloy small flange. Rear Dearilleur: Positron II positive indexing. Front Derailleur: Schwinn-Approved GT-290 with jam-free chain cage. Shifting Lever: Positron II stem mounted. Brakes: Schwinn-Approved alloy center pull with extensions levers. Rims: Schwinn tubular chrome plated steel 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Tires: Schwinn Breeze Sports Touring gumwall 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Pedlas: Union steel rattrap. Color: Sky Blue, Cardinal Red, Emerald Green. Accessories: Built-in Kickstand. Weight: 37 pounds with kickstand.

Full Size 27 inch Wheel Models

Frame Size (inches) : 117-9 17" men's 120-9 20" men's 122-9 22" men's 124-9 24" men's 126-9 26" men's 167-9 17" ladies' 170-9 20" ladies' 172-9 22" ladies'

Frame: Schwinn Electro-forged of 16 gauge 1010 carbon steel with built-in kickstand housing and welded-on cable lugs. Fork: Schwinn-built steel forged with chrome finish crown cap. Handlebar: Schwinn chrome plated steel drop style. Stem: Schwinn chrome plated forged steel. Saddle: Schwinn-Approved Comfort-Form racing style with vinyl cover over specially molded pad. Crankset: Schwinn forged steel diamond style heat treated crank with patented Schwinn 39 and 52 tooth chainwheels. Freewheel: Schwinn-Approved Mailar with 14-17-20-24-28 tooth cogs, high-gear chainguard and built-in dust seal. Chain: 3/32 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Rear: Front- Schwinn-Approved alloy large flange. Rear- Schwinn-Approved alloy small flange. Rear Dearilleur: Schwinn-Approved GT-510 with jam-free backpedal cage. Front Derailleur: Schwinn-Approved GT-290 with jam-free chain cage. Shifting Lever: Schwinn Twin-Stik-fork stem mounted. Brakes: Schwinn-Approved alloy side pull with extensions levers. Rims: Schwinn tubular chrome plated 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Tires: Schwinn Puff gumwall 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Pedlas: Union steel rattrap. Color: Sky Blue, Cardinal Red, Emerald Green. Accessories: Built-in Kickstand. Weight: 38 pounds with kickstand.

Suburban 10-speed and Suburban 5-speed

Frame Size (inches) : 10-speed 642-9 22" men's 644-9 24" men's 687-9 17" ladies' 690-9 20" ladies' 692-9 22" ladies'

5-speed 530-9 20" men's 532-9 22" men's 534-9 24" men's 577-9 17" ladies' 580-9 20" ladies' 582-9 22" ladies'

Frame: Schwinn Electro-forged of 16 gauge 1010 carbon steel with built-in kickstand housing and welded-on cable lugs. Fork: Tubular with eyelets. Handlebar: Schwinn touring handlebars- chrome plated with Schwinn cushioned grips. Stem: Schwinn chrome plated forged steel. Saddle: Schwinn-Approved mattress with spring cushioning. Crankset: Schwinn forged steel one piece crank with FF front freewheeling system 5-speed 46T chainwheel with inside/outside chain guard 10-speed: 39 and 52 tooth chainwheels. Freewheel: Schwinn-Approved FF system 5-speed 14-17-21-26-32 tooth cogs, 10-speed 14-17-20-24-28 tooth cogs. Chain: Uniglide 3/32 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Schwinn-Approved alloy small flange, front and rear. Rear Dearilleur: Positron II positvie indexing. Front Derailleur: 10-speed Schwinn-Approved GT-290. 5-speed none. Shifting Lever: Positron II stem mounted. Brakes: Schwinn-Approved alloy side pull. Rims: Schwinn tubular chrome plated 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Tires: Schwinn Puff gumwall 27 x 1 1/4 inch. Pedlas: Schwinn-Approved Union bow type rubber pad. Color: Sky Blue, Spicy Chestnut. Accessories: Built-in Kickstand. Weight: 39 pounds with kickstand. Specifications subject to change without notice.

Schwinn Collegiate Sport

Boy's Frame Sizes 707-9 17" 10-speed FF 710-9 20" 10-speed FF 727-5 17" 5-speed FF 730-5 20" 5-speed FF

See the complete history of the Schwinn Collegiate .

Girl's Frame Sizes 757-9 17" 10-speed FF 760-9 20" 10-speed FF 777-5 17" 5-speed FF 780-5 20" 5-speed FF

Are you considering a derailleur equipped bicycle? If so, consider the five- or ten-speed Schwinn Collegiate Sport. The perfect bike for in-town riding; the collegiate comes in a variety of frames sizes which will accomodate adult riders as well as younger cyclists. And the Schwinn Collegiate Sport gearing system is proven to be one of the most rugged derailleurs available for today's modern cyclists.

Complete Specifications on page 22.

The Schwinn Collegiate Sport bikes feature dependable 26 x 1 3/8" gumwall tires and easy-shifting, jam-resistant 5-or-10-speed gears. Shifting gears is made easier with a front freewheeling FF system and the derailleurs are protected from possible damage when backpedaling. Now everyone can easily enjoy riding 5 and 10-speed bikes with these smooth-shifting, long-lasting, trouble-free Schwinn Quality- Built Collegiates- an outstanding value at a reasonable price.

Girl's 10-speed Collegiate Sport Colors: Cardinal Red and Sky Blue.

Mesinger RI saddle with vinyl top. Schwinn-Built extra strength tubular steel rims with 26 x 1 3/8" Schwinn Sport Touring gumwall tires. Schwinn-Approved Mailland small flange alloy hubs, front and rear. Shimano FF 5 cog 14-17-20-24-28 Freewheel. Shimano Lark II derailleur. Shimano FE front derailleur. Schwinn-Built drop style chrome plated steel handlebars with extension brake levers and color-coordinated handlebar tape. Schwinn-Approved alloy side pull caliper brakes. Schwinn-Built forged steel fork. Schwinn-Built electro forged 16 gauge 1010 carbon steel frame with built in kickstand housing and welded on cable lugs. Forged steel one-piece crank with Shimano system with double plateau 39-52 tooth chainwheels. Illustrated: The Boy's 10-speed Collegiate Sport equipped with Front Freewheel.

Schwinn Collegiate Tourist

Three-speed and Coaster Boy's

If you're looking for a dependable lightweight styled bike with upright tourist handlebars and mattress saddle, these 26 inch wheel Collegiate Tourist models are great as a practical solution to the energy crisis.

Available in 3-speeds or coaster brake models (3-speed coaster on 17 inch frame sizes), the built-to-last Collegiate models are famous for thier sturdy construction and ability to withstand hard use- with genuine Schwinn Built electro-forged frames, forged steel forks, one-piece forged steel cranks, extra-strength tubular steel rims and many other exclusive Schwinn quality features not found on discount house or chain store bargain bikes.

Complete specifications on page 26. Colors: Sky Blue and Cardinal Red.

Schwinn Collegiate Coaster

Boys Frame Sizes

K37-8 17" 3-speed Coaster K42-6 22" 3-speed Coaster K40-4 20" 3-speed Caliper K42-4 22" 3-speed Caliper

Schwinn Girl's

These Schwinn Collegiate Tourist models with 26 inch wheels are ideal for girls from 8 to 80 who prefer upright handlebars and a comfortable mattress saddle on a bike that's not too high with a step-through frame that makes it easy to get on and off. Choice of frames sizes from 17 inch for petite figures 20 inch for taller riders, with generous saddle height adjustment on each size.

These Collegiate Tourist models have the same sturdy construction and famous Schwinn-Built quality features described on the preceding three pages- an outstanding value in long-lasting riding comfort and service-free satisfaction at a low budget price. You'll be glad you chose Schwinn!

Complete specifications on page 22. Colors: SKy blue and Cardinal Red.

Girls' Frame Sizes

K87-8 17" 3-speed Coaster K90-4 20" 3-speed K87-6 17" Coaster K90-6 20" coaster

Schwinn 26 inch Wheel Models 1979 Specifications

10-speed 26" Wheels Frame sizes (inches): 707-9 17" boys, 710-9 20" boys, 757-9 17" girls, 760-9 20" girls,

Frame: Schwinn electro-forged of 16 gauge 1010 carbon steel with built-in kickstand housing and welded-on cable lugs. Fork: Schwinn-built forged steel fork. Handlebar: Schwinn steel chrome plated, drop style. Stem: Schwinn forged steel chrome plated sport style. Saddle: Mesinger RC8 racing style, vinyle top. Crankset: Forged steel one-piece crank with FF front freewheeling and 39 and 52 tooth double plateau chainwheels. Freewheel: Shimano-Approved Shimano with 14-17-20-24-28 tooth cogs. Chain: 3/32 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Schwinn -Approved alloy small flange front and rear. Rear Derailleur: Shimano Lark II. Front Derailleur: Shimano FE. Shifting Levers: Shimano Twin Stik, stem mounted. Brakes: Schwinn-Approved alloy side pull calipers with extension levers. Rims: Schwinn tubular steel chrome plated 26 x 1 3/8 inch Endreick EA-1. Tires: Schwinn Sport Touring gumwall 26 x 1 3/8 inch. Spokes: 080 gauge UCp bright finish. Pedals: Union steel rattrap. Color: Sky blue, cardinal red. Accessories: Built-in kickstand. Weight: 39 pounds with kickstand.

5-speed Collegiate Sport 26" wheels

727-5 17" boys' sport 730-5 20" boys' sport 777-5 17" girls' sport 780-5 20" girls' sport

Frame: Schwinn electro-forged of 16 gauge 1010 carbon steel with built-in kickstand housing and welded-on cable lugs. Fork: Schwinn-built forged steel fork. Handlebar: Schwinn chrome plated steel, drop style on Collegiate Sport. Stem: Schwinn chrome plated forged steel, sport style. Saddle: Mesinger S1-1 spring cushioned tourist style- exclusive design on Collegiate Tourist Mesinger RC8 racing style vinyle top on Collegiate Sport. Crankset: Forged steel One-piece crank with FF front freewheeling 46 tooth chainwheel and inside and outside chainguards. Freewheel: Schwinn-Approved Shimano with 14-17-21-26-32 tooth cugs. Chain: 3/32 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Schwinn -Approved flange alloy small front and rear. Rear Derailleur: Shimano Lark II. Front Derailleur: None. Shifting Levers: Schwinn Stik-shift, fork stem mounted. Brakes: Schwinn-Approved alloy side pull on Collegiate Tourist. Schwinn-Approved alloy side pull calipers with extension levers on Collegiate Sport. Rims: Schwinn tubular steel chrome plated 26 x 1 3/8 inch Endreick EA-1. Tires: Schwinn Sport Touring gumwall 26 x 1 3/8 inch. Spokes: 080 gauge UCp bright finish. Pedals: Schwinn-Approved Union rubber black on Collegiate Tourist. Union steel rattrap on Collegiate Sport. Color: Sky blue, Cardinal Red. Accessories: Built-in kickstand. Weight: 38 pounds with kickstand.

3-Speed Coaster Collegiate tourist 26" Wheels

3-speed Collegiate Tourist 26" Wheels

K37-8 17" Boys K87-8 17" Girls K40-4 20" Boys K42-4 22" Boys K90-4 20" Girls

Frame: Schwinn electro-forged of 16 gauge 1010 carbon steel with built-in kickstand housing. Fork: Schwinn-built forged steel fork. Handlebar: Schwinn chrome plated steel touring style. Stem: Schwinn chrome plated forged steel, touring style. Saddle: Mesinger S1-5 spring cushion tourist style- exclusive design. Crankset: Schwinn One-piece chrome plated steel crank with Schwinn 46 tooth chainwheel. Forged Steel one-piece crank with Shimano FF front freewheeling with 46 tooth chainwheel on Collegiate Sport. Freewheel: None. Chain: 1/8 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Front-Schwinn -Approved alloy small flange Rear- Sturney Archer S3C 3-speed coaster brake on K37-8 and K87-8 Sturney-Archer and 3-speed on other models. Rear Derailleur: None. Front Derailleur: None. Shifting Levers: Sturney-Archer handlebar trigger control. Brakes: Front-Schwinn-Approved side pull caliper. Rear- Sturney-Archer coaster brake on K37-8 and K87-B. Schwinn-Approved alloy side pull on other models. Rims: Schwinn tubular steel chrome plated 26 x 1 1/4 inch Endreick EA-1. Tires: Schwinn Sport Touring gumwall 26 x 1 3/8 inch. Spokes: 080 gauge UCP bright finish. Pedals: Schwinn-Approved Union rubber block. Color: Sky blue, Cardinal Red. Accessories: Built-in kickstand. Weight: 39 pounds with kickstand.

Coaster Collegiate Tourist 26" wheels

K42-6 22" Boys K87-6 17" Girls K90-6 20" Girls

Frame: Schwinn electro-forged of 16 gauge 1010 carbon steel with built-in kickstand housing. Fork: Schwinn-built forged steel fork. Handlebar: Schwinn chrome plated, steel touring style. Stem: Schwinn chrome plated forged steel touring style. Saddle: Mesinger S1-5 spring cushion tourist style- exclusive design. Crankset: Schwinn One-piece chrome plated steel crank with Schwinn 46 tooth chainwheel. Freewheel: None. Chain: Union 1/8 x 1/2 inch. Hubs: Front-Schwinn -Approved Union steel small flange Rear- Bendix coaster brake. Rear Derailleur: None. Front Derailleur: None. Shifting Levers: None. Brakes: Bendix coaster brake. Rims: Schwinn tubular steel chrome plated 26 x 1 3/8 inch Endreick EA-1. Tires: Schwinn Sport Touring gumwall 26 x 1 3/8 inch. Spokes: 080 gauge UCP bright finish. Pedals: Schwinn-Approved Union rubber block. Color: Sky blue, Cardinal Red. Accessories: Built-in kickstand. Weight: 39 pounds with kickstand.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Ten-Speed 24" Wheel 444-9 18" Boy's

494-9 18" Girls' Colors: Sky Blue, Emerald Green and Cardinal Red.

These junior size 10-speed Schwinn Deluxe Varsity bikes with 24-inch wheels for boys and girls, provide and a safe, comfortable fit for younger riders- plus front freewheeling FF and Positron gear shifting system. Ideal for beginners in 10-speed riding.

The front Freewheeling FF equipment protects against derailleur jam-ups from back-pedaling, and the Positron shifts from one speed to another with a positive click to let the rider feel each gear change. Schwinn's own Electro-forged frame, forged fork and tubular steel rims assure great performance and unmatched durability with low maintenance cost.

Ten Speed 24" Wheel Colors: Cardinal Red, Sky Blue and Emerald Green.

In every detail the same outstanding features as the full size Schwinn Varsity Sport, America's favorite 10-speed bicycle- but scaled down with 24-inch wheels and a sloping top bar frame to fit the younger rider.

Equipped with Schwinn- Approved Huret GT-510 rear derailleur with jam-free chain cage, Schwinn's extra strength one-piece forge steel crank with patented double plateau 39-52 tooth chainwheels, forged steel fork and Schwinn's own double-thickness tubular steel rims on Schwinn's Electro-forged frame for easy pedaling and long-lasting dependability.

144-9 15 1/2" Boys'

194-9 15 1/2" Girls'

Five and Three-speed

24" Wheel

For Junior riders there's no better value than the Schwinn Collegiate- smoth and easy-to-ride in Sport models with the simplifiesd Front Freewheeling FF 5-speed shifting system-or Tourist models with 3-speed coaster- and, best of all, sturdy Schwinn construction in frames, forks, cranks, rims and other quality parts that are built as only Schwinn builds them-to take hard wear and give long trouble-free service.

Colors: Cardinal Red, and Sky Blue.

Sport Models

702-5 Boys 5-speed FF 752-5 Girls 5-speed FF

Tourist Models

K32-8 Boys 3-speed coaster K82-8 Girls 3-speed coaster

Boy's 3-speed Tourist

Collegiate- Coaster

Girls' 3-speed Coaster

Girls' 5-speed Sport

Schwinn Deluxe Cruiser

Schwinn Cruiser

5-speed CC5-5

What a combination! 5-speed versatility, gutsy balloon tires and the reliability of the world- famous Schwinn cantilever frame. Forged steel front fork, heavy duty saddle and the "look" of a classic.

Schwinn Cruiser Coaster Brake

CC7-6 If somewhat understated, yet functional comfort is what you're looking for choose the Schwinn's standard coaster brake Cruiser. Whitewall balloon tires and Electro-forge cantilever frame.

The graceful yet striking cantilever frame with Schwinn's deep, rich finish is the standard for which the rest of the industry strives.

If first class is the only way you roll, take a good, serious look at Schwinn's line of cruisers. These machines incorporate the advantages of modern technology with the classic super-excellence of a solid, comfortable rider. Schwinn has a long been the champion of riding comfortand the Schwinn Cruisers are probably the most copied in the world. But, there's only one original and, after all, isn't life to enjoy?

The word "Deluxe" takes on a whole new meaning when used to describe the new 1980 Schwinn Deluxe Cruiser. This year's new Spring Fork smooths out the roughest roads, the distinctive gumwall balloon tires are the perfect combination of luxury and pedaling ease.

See the complete history of the Schwinn Cruiser .

Cruisin for the Younger Riders

Coaster Brake CC9-6

Schwinn's simple laid back elegance is personified in the 1980 Ladies' Cruiser. With the time-proven dependability of a coaster brake, wide whitewall balloon tires, a comfortable saddle and wide handlebars.

Schwinn Down Cruiser

24-inch wheels CC1-6

The scaled down Cruiser!

The 24-inch Cruiser is ideal for the younger rider who appreciates the time-honored qualities of riding comfort. This smaller Cruiser has all the features of the full-sized 26-inch Cruisers- Schwinn cantilever frame, a large comfortable saddle, forged front fork, wide whitewall balloon tires, and upright handlebars- as well as Schwinn's famous quality.

Schwinn Heavy-Duti

Schwinn Middleweight Models

This heavy-duty middleweight designed for newboys, commercial delivery and industrial plant use, has a special reinforced Schwinn electro forged cantilever frame, heavy duty.

105 gauge spokes, Schwinn 26" x 1 3/4" tractor tires, heat treated forged steel crank, reinforced kickstand, Schwinn tubular steel rims, wide base handlebars and painted fenders.

Weight 45 pounds. Color: Golden Yellow. M15-6

See the complete history of the Schwinn Heavy-Duti .

Schwinn hollywood.

Color: Sky blue.

Graceful serviceable styling in an easy-riding middleweight bike with comfortable saddle and 26 x 1 3/4 inch Westwind nylon cord tires on Schwinn's tubular steel rims. Coaster brake and built-in kickstand. Step through frame that's easy to get on ang off. Weight 39 pounds.

See the complete history of the Schwinn Hollywood .

Schwinn typhoon.

Weight 40 pounds. Color: Sky blue. L12-6

A dependable middleweight bike with 26 x 1 3/4" nylon cord tires on Schwinn's tubular steel rims. Schwinn electro-forged cantilever carbon steel forged steel frame with forged steel fork and crank, chrome plated fenders and positive action coaster brake- a Schwinn quality bike that's built to last.

See the complete history of the Schwinn Typhoon .

Bicycle Motocross Racing ... the Growth of A Sport

Bicycle Motorcross racing is a blasting down a 200-foor straightaway, up and over a jump and into a hard hair pin turn with a berm that's like climbing a wall. You start jammin' and bunny-hop through a series of whoop-de-doo's and then it's the fight for the finish. A swoop inside through the last turn and you've aced out the field.

It's happening week after week throughout the country- at sanctioned or independent tracks, in forest preserves and even inside arenas. It started with kids on the west coast riding stripped down 20" Schwinn Sting-Ray bikes on the trails. They would charge through ravines and down hills- imitating the motorcycle motocross stars. BMX, however, quickly became a sport in its own right and the sport has swept the country.

BMX today is not a backyard activity. It has become a highly organized and carefully regulated sport- not unlike Little League or football leagues. Official sanctioning bodies such as the National Bicycle League (NBL), National Bicycle Association (NBA) or the American Bicycle Association (ABA) provide annual point standings, safety supervision and other details of the racing. They make certain that competition is fair and sportsmanlike. Problems are rare and competition is invigorating.

It isn't unusual to have several hundred riders turn out for a major national race. However, the turnout at local tracks sponsored by civic groups like the Jaycess or Optimist Clubs is always very good.

Parents, too, are swept up in the enthusiasm and big crowds are at nearly every race.

Many manufacturers are also behind the sport. Schwinn Bicycle Company has made sizeable investments in promoting and supporting BMX. Schwinn has a national BMX team which is instrumental in the development and evaluation of Schwinn's entire BMX line. And, Schwinn Dealers also help to manage and support the sport on local level.

For 1980 Schwinn is proud to present its most impressive selection of superb BMX cycles. The Schwinn Sting and the new SX-2000 lead Schwinn's line, but the same attention to quality and dependability that makes these two machines tops in their class has been generously spent on each and every BMX bicycle Schwinn builds.

Schwinn's ability to build a quality product has never been tested to such extremes as the constant poumding of Bicycle Motocross. But, in the brief history of the sport, Schwinn has proven to be the leader in the hard-fought world of BMX racing.

Schwinn Sting

The Incredible Sting Ranked no. 1 By ever BMX Magazine

Every major BMX magazine has ranked The Sting by Schwinn as the best BMX machine that has ever hit a berm or jump. Ovalized and double-butted 4130 chrome-moly 18 gauge tubing (thicker walls at the ends of the tubes) provides more strength and rigidly in high stress areas; lightweight where strength isn't as important; a 5-inch head tube to help withstand fork stress and reduce the radial load on head bearing; tapered chrome-moly rear chain stays to reduce weight while maintaining strength; and finished like a jewel.

Combined with Team Schwinn components, anodized aluminum box rims, chrome-moly handlebars, Ouri grips, and other first class equipment, the end result is the hottest BMX machine ever... and, race proven by the awesome Factory Team Schwinn riders on the 1979 NBA/ Schwinn National Tour.

Colors: Chrome with Red Trim and Chrome with blue Trim. B25-O

See the complete history of the Schwinn Sting .

Schwinn sx-2000.

The Sting-Ray

Colors: Chrome with Red Trim and Chrome with blue Trim.

The Sting, by Schwinn, was the first of a new generation of BMX racing machines. The SX-2000 bi-oval is the second. In terms of frame geometry, the new SX-2000 is identical to the incredible Sting- a longer 5-inch head tube reduces the radial load on head bearings and stress at critical head tube joints.

The SX-2000 also has ovalized top and down tubes to help spread stresses more evenly and the entire main harp is light 4130 chrome-moly tubing. Equipped with chrome-moly handlebars, quick-change alloy sprocket, anodized aluminum box rims and other competition parts and components, the new SX-2000 will soon be the workhorse on BMX tracks across the country.

A new competition model... conceived in the spirit of The Sting, raised on the super-tough NBA/Schwinn National Tour.

Available as a complete chrome frame set (frame, fork, seat post, seat post clamp, and head and hanger bearing cups). See your Schwinn Dealer.

See the complete history of the Schwinn Stingray .

Schwinn sx 500.

The Schwinn "SX" series MAG Wheels the SX-500

B11-6 SX-500 Paint finish B12-6 Full chrome plated SX-500 Cardinal Red with Frosty Silver trim- Yellow wheels Chestnut with Golden Yellow trim- Yellow wheels Chrome with Cardinal Red trim- Red Wheels

The machine for riders who prefer MAG wheels... the new Schwinn SX-500 features the exclusive Schwinn Magalloy metal alloy wheels on super-tough flash welded, carbon steel BMX frame. Gusset reinforced. Gumwall BMX tires, Coaster brake. Chrome finish BMX handlebar. Schwinn-built for performance! Weight 32 pounds.

See the complete history of the Schwinn Scrambler .

Schwinn sx-100.

The SX-100 is eveything you need to start racing BMX.

Schwinn flash welded carbon steel frame with gusset reinforcement, glass fiber strengthened nylon MAG wheels, Schwinn BMX competition saddle, Schwinn's new chrome BMX handlebar, coaster brake. Weight 32 pounds.

Color: Spicy Chestnut Yellow Wheels, Frosty Silver Red Wheels, Carinal Red Black Wheels and Chrome red wheels.

B10-6 Paint Finish SX-100 B13-6 Chrome SX-100

Schwinn Scrambler 36/36

36 spokes mean a strong wheel at minimum weight to make this Scrambler 36/36 competitor on tracks all over the country.

Freewheeling rear wheel with caliper brakes or coaster brakes. Schwinn carbon steel, gusset reinforved BMX frame and competition tubular fork. Chrome cross braced handlebar. 6 1/2 inch crank arms. Weight 33 pounds

Colors: Cardinal red, Sky blue, and chrome.

BX6-0 Scrambler 36/36 with freewheel BX7-0 Scrambler 36/36 chrome plated with freewheel BX6-6 Scrambler 36/36 with coaster brake

Schwinn Phantom Scrambler

The Schwinn Phantoms are perfect for street or easy-off-road use, built with the quick responses of a true BMX racing machines.

The Phantom features an exclusives Schwinn BMX frame design, competition style saddle, coaster brake, Schwinn BMX braced handlebar, Schwinn forged fork, and 20 x 2.125 inch Schwinn Scrambler tires. Choice of nylon MAG wheels or spoked wheels. Weight 33 pounds.

Colors: Black Sable Yellow wheels, Cardinal Red Yellow wheels, Sky Blue Yellow wheels and Chrome plated Black wheels.

Phantom Scrambler: B15-6 Painted Finish B17-6 Chrome Plated

Schwinn Phantom Mag Scrambler

B16-6 Painted Finish B19-6 Chrome Plated

Schwinn Mini-Scrambler

16" Wheel

The "lil' guys" flight as hard in BMX racing as the older competitors and for these youngsters Schwinn introduces a scaled down version of the famous Schwinn Scramblers. The new Mini-Scrambler a totally for this model.

Add gutsy knobby tires, a BMX cross-braced handlebar and you have a practical, durable and easy-to-ride bike that can really turn in a performance. More and more younger riders are getting into BMX and blasting from the gate on Schwinn quality is the best way to start a racing carrer.

Colors: Cardinal Red and Sky Blue. B37-6 Coaster Brake

Schwinn Hurricane 5

MX style saddle with augmented braces 5-speed rear derailleur

The hurricane 5 is Schwinn's "top-of-the-line" 20-inch steet machine. The 5-speed Positron II derailleur gears makes shifting simple and caliper hand brakes porvide sure, positive stopping power. Big, roomy saddle with sportly brace design, knobby rear tire, and Schwinn cantilever frame design.

Weight 40 pounds. Colors: Frosty Silver with sky blue trim and Frosty silver with Cardinal Red trim. J34-5 5-speed

Positron II Stik-Shift gear control

Ribbed design handlebar grips

See the complete history of the schwinn hurricane ., schwinn fair lady.

A comfortable, color coordinated saddle, chrome plated fenders and Schwinn rear gripper slik tire. Step-through frame that makes makes riding easy. The perfect Sting-Ray bike for the young lady. Weight 38 pounds.

Illustrated: Sky blue, and Summer Cloud White. Colors: Cherry Pink and Summber Cloud White. J89-6 Coaster J89-8 3-speed Coaster

See the complete history of the Schwinn FairLady .

Schwinn lil' chik.

Younger girls will enjoy the quick, responsive handling Sting-Ray riding with this Lil' Chik- a smaller 20-inch Sting-Ray in beautiful pastel colors. Schwinn electro-forged step through frame, 20 x 1 3/4" Westwind tires, coaster brake, full length chainguard. Weight 35 pounds.

Illustrated: Cherry Pink, and Summer Cloud White. Colors: Sky Blue and Summber Cloud White. J81-6

Schwinn Sting-Ray

Perhaps no bicycle has been enjoyed and gained such wide acceptance and immediate popularity as the Schwinn Sting-Ray... and though many have copied it, no one has duplicated it. Schwinn exclusive cantilever frame, Schwinn Sting-Ray saddle, Sting-Ray handlebars, chainguard and coaster brake. Choice of 3-speed or single-speed coaster brake. Weight 39 pounds. Colors: Cardinal Red Golden yellow trim and Sky Blue frosty silver trim.

Schwinn Tornado

The Only Original Sting-Ray!

Here's bold BMX inspired bike that is exciting to ride. Big number plate mounted on a low sleek BMX handlebar. Simulated MX tank. Full length chainguard, built-in kickstand, black BMX style saddle and sportly mini mudguards. The Tornado is a great bike for the young rider who likes the look of the competitor. Coaster brake and 20 x 1 3/4" tires. Weight 34 pounds. Colors: Black frame with Golden Yellow trim J32-6

See the complete history of the Schwinn Tornado .

Schwinn sting-ray ii.

Here's a Sting-Ray for younger riders- a slightly smaller version of the Sting-Ray with medium rise handlebars, Sting-Ray saddle, 20 x 1 3/4" Gripper Slik rear tire, full length chainguard, coaster brake and classy color combinations. Weight 35 pounds. Colors: Cardinal Red golden yellow trim, Sky blue frosty silver trim and Emerald green golden yellow trim. J27-6

Schwinn Mini-Sting-Ray

Schwinn Sting-Ray Bicycles

Here's s sturdy 16" Sting-Ray that'll last for the entire growing family. With a forged fork, cantilever frame, coaster brake, Sting-Ray saddle, and 16-inch studded BMX tires. Weight 32 pounds. Colors: Cardinal Red golden yellow trim, and Sky blue frosty silver trim. J47-6

Schwinn Convertible Bantam

Schwinn Convertible Bikes

Dependable Schwinn quality in a convertible bike designed to fit the growing family. 20 inch model easily converts to either a boy's or girl's bike by removing or attaching the top bar. Chrome plated fenders, Schwinn tubular rims, 20" x 1 3/4" nylon cord tires. Full length chainguard. Schwinn quality throughout. Weight 32 pounds. Colors: Cardinal Red and Sky blue. J35-6

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Schwinn pixie.

A great idea for growing families

Easy-to-ride mixtie model with puncture-proof 16-inch tires designed for boys and girls. Features include beautiful chrome fenders, ball bearing head set, patented removable Schwinn Cycle Aid training wheels and full length chainguar. Weight 30 pounds. Colors: Cardinal Red and Sky blue. J41-6

See the complete history of the Schwinn Pixie .

Schwinn sting-ray pixie.

Schwinn Juvenile Bikes

A popular beginner's bike with 16" wheels. Schwinn mixtie frame design..... Fine for boys and girls. Schwinn ball bearing headset steel stem and chrome plated handlebars. Adjustable Sting-Ray saddle, built-in kickstand, Schwinn Superior 16" x 1 3/4" pneumatic tires. Full length chainguard. Weight 27 pounds. Colors: Sky Blue frosty silver trim and Silver Mist Cardinal red trim. J43-6

Schwinn Convertible Lil' Tiger

Schwinn Juvenile bikes to fit both boys and girls.

Removable top bar makes this perfect first bike for beginner boys and girls. Compact design complete with Schwinn Cycle Aid training wheels. Chrome fenders, padded saddle. Full length chainguard. 12" puncture proof semi-pneumatic tires. Make his or her first bike the best... Fixed gear . Weight 25 pounds. Colors: Cardinal red and Sky blue. J52-0

Schwinn Twinn

Schwinn Twinn Tandems

(5-speed T13-5)

Companion cycling! Tandem riding doubles the pleasure whether it be around the block or a picnic ride in the countryside. Schwinn Twin-Tandems provide, fun for the whole family with a choice of one, five or ten speeds.

The five-speed Twinn Tandems (below) feature upright handlebars with patented cushion grips, chrome plated fenders, spring cushion mattress saddles and 26" x 1 3/8" Sports Touring gumwall tires. Five-speed model has internal expander rear and front hand brakes. Weight 64 pounds.

See the complete history of the Schwinn Twinn .

Schwinn twinn sport.

(10-speed T14-9) The ten-speed Twinn Sport (above) is equipped with drop style front and All-Rounder rear handlebars, comfort form racing style saddles, internal expander rear and front brakes with 27" x 1 1/4" Schwinn Puff gumwall tires. Weight 52 pounds. Colors: Cardinal Red and Sky blue.

Schwinn Town and Country Tri-Wheeler

Combine daily exercise with a trip to the market or visit friends...... it's all possible...safely and securely on a sturdy Schwinn adult-size Tri-Wheeler. You don't even have to know how to ride a bike! Easy to get on and dismount. Spacious detachable vinyl coated wire basket with handles for carrying parcels. Diffrential drive, 3-speeds, comfortable saddle, and parking brake. Schwinn-built tubular steel rims. Heavy duty front hub 24 x 1 3/8" Schwinn Sport Touring tires. Weight 65 lbs. Color: Sky blue. AT2-8

See the complete history of the Schwinn Town and Country .

Schwinn unicycles.

Unicycling affords a unique experience in cycling. Give it a try. It's different and its fun. 20" and 24" wheel units equipped with chrome plated fork blades, adjustable saddle heights, steel tubular rims, three-piece crank and a specially detesigned patented padded saddle aids control and adds to ridding comfort.

See the complete history of the Schwinn Unicycle .

Schwinn unicycle giraffe.

Gets you 6 feet off the ground... with a little practice, ofcourse. Frame is hand built by Schwinn and fully chrome plated... also diamond tread block pedals, one-piece crank, tubular steel rim, patented saddle design, all adding up to the very best in Unicycles.

U24 24" Wheel Wt: 15 lbs. U20 20" Wheel Wt: 14 lbs. U72 6" Giraffe Wt: 17 1/2 lbs.

Proper Bicycle Fit and Adjustment

The first step towards proper bicycle fit is selection of the proper frame. Schwinn bicycles come in a wide variety of sizes and most Schwinn lightweights are available with different frame sizes to ensure that the purchaser is able to buy a bicycle with a frame which is neither too large nor too small but just right.

A rider's proper frame size is usually the largest frame which he can comfortably straddle with both of his feet on the ground as in the illustration on left. Women can use the diamond style frame to determine the approximate size of the corresponding ladies' model bicycle. Proper bicyle fit is necessary for the utmost in safety and handling.

Once the proper frame size has been determined, the next step is to adjust the seat to its correct height. The most efficient and comfortable pedaling is accomplished when the rider's leg, while he is seated on bicycle, is not quite fully extended when the ball of the foot is on the pedal. The rider must be seated on the saddle and the pedal MUST be at the bottom position as shown in illustration on the right.

The handlebar stem should be adjusted to the same height as seat or slightly lower than the seat, as shown in the illustrations.

Note: On Schwinn bikes a maximum height marking appears both on the seatpost and handlebar stem.

Sting-Ray and Junior Models For 26" and 27" Wheel

Size Models Frame size Leg Length range* from

17" 26" to 30" 19" 28" to 31" 20" 29" to 32" 21" 30" to 33" 22" 31" to 34" 23" 32" to 35" 24" 33" to 36" 25" 34" to 37" 26" 35" to 38"

Juvenile and Youth Model Bicycles Wheel

Size Model Leg Length range* from

12" Lil' Tiger 14" to 18" 16" Pixie, Mini-Scrambler 16" to 21" 20" Bantam 20" to 25" 20" Sting-Ray, Tornado, Lil' chik 21" to 26" 20" BMX Models 36/36 21" to 26" 20" Sting-Ray, Fair Lady 22" to 32" 24" Varsity, deluxe Varsity, Collegiate cruiser 27" to 29" 26" Typhoon, Hollywood, Heavy-Duti, Cruisers 28" to 32" On Sting-Ray and Junior models the rider's toes should touch the ground while straddling the seat. The handlebar grips must not be higher than the rider's shoulders when he is seated on the saddle. Proper fit is essential to your bicycle riding safety and comfort. Leg length is the distance from cratch to floor while standing in stocking feet. Adjustments both higher and lower than the indicated figures can be made on Schwinn Bicycles. However, these are the recommended figures. Frame size is measured from center of crank to top of painted seat tube.

Schwinn Exerciser for Cycling fun no matter what the weather

No matter what the weather is like outside there is always riding fun for the whole family inside with Schwinn Exercisers. Ideal for just a "bike break". Fun to use while you are watching your favorite TV show or listening to a musical recording.

Schwinn Deluxe Exerciser

Now fun can be yours all year 'round on the Schwinn Exerciser. With new style adjustable handlebars and saddle for short or tall riders, convenient adjustable pedal resistance contro, soft rubber pedals sturdy Schwinn frame supports and full length chainguard. This deluxe model also features a control panel with speedometer, mileage indicator and timer.

Schwinn Air-Dyne ergoMetric Exericiser

Your Schwinn Air-Dyne ergoMetric Exerciser is a new and improved type of stationary bicycle exerciser which utilizes the air displacement principle. It provies a wide range of variable but measured work loads, combined with the comfortable and pleasing cooling effect of its wind vane system.

Your Schwinn Air-Dyne ergoMetric Exerciser can be used in three different ways to provide three separate and distinct ergoMetric Exerciser functions. It provides measured exercise for: (1) the upper body, using only the arm levers, or (2) for the lower body, using only the pedals, or (3) measured exercise for upper and lower body combined, using arm levers and pedals at the same time.

How Exercise is Measured?

The word "ergoMetric" is derived from two Greek words, "ergon" for work and "metric" for measurement. The Schwinn Air-Dyne ergoMetric Exerciser utilizes the resistance of the air to the wind vanes on the wheel to provide a wide range of work loads- the faster the wheel is turned by the pedals and arm levers, the greater the volume of air moved and the amount of work required to move it. Because the Schwinn Air-Dyne ergoMetric Exerciser is equipped with instruments to measure the amount of work performed per minute, it is a form of bicycle ergometer.

The work exercise loads shown on the work load indicator can be converted to "kilopond meter per minute," which is the most widely used measurement of physical work performed in exercise programs. One kilopond meter is the amount of work required to lift one kilogram (2.2046 pounds) one meter (39, 37 inches) at normal gravity. Kilopond meters per minute are a measure to work against time can be converted to other terms of work measurement such as "foot pounds per minute," or "watts," or "horsepower." The Schwinn Air-Dyne ergoMetric Exerciser has an infinite variety or work loads ranging from a low 150 kpm/minute (about 460 horsepower). The greater the speed, the greater the work load performed.

Now you can enjoy the benefits of year 'round daily bicycle riding in the comfort of home.

It's easy and convenient in the privacy of your den, bedroom, family room or office, no matter what the weather- summer or winter. Saddle and handlebar adjust easily without tools to fit most any rider. Takes up little space and the Harvest Gold finish is a handsome addition to any decor. Built-in pedal resistance control simulates real bicycle riding. Sturdy construction with wide base plates provide firm footing. Convenient control panel with speedometer, mileage indicator, timer and adjustable pedal resistance control. XR6-0 Wt: 56 lbs. Harvest Gold finish.

Exerxier Reading Stand...

easily installed and adjustable, with a non-glare flat black finish and chrome plated support arms. 90 700

See the complete history of the Schwinn Exerciser .

Schwinn ergometric exerciser.

The Schwinn ergoMetric Exerciser is a stationary bicycle ergometer which permits a closely controlled, measured and repeatable cycling program.

When pedaling, with the resistance control at a specific settings, energy expenditure remains relatively constant over a wide range of pedal speeds. (50-90 rpm's.) Thus, both the program and the rider's reaction to the program can be charted. A program chart is part of the console unit which can be used to record the length of time riding, the resistance load, and rpm's.

Instrument panel includes timer, odometer, speedometer and push button activated pedal resistance contro with dial settings. Dynamometer tested and rated. Solid state electronic regulation. Dynamometer tested and rated. Solid state electronic regulation. Harvest Gold finish. Wt. 73 lbs. EX2-0

Schwinn Air Dyne ergoMetric Exerciser

Schwinn presents the total concept exerciser.

Measured exercise for your upper and lower body, anytime.. in the comfort of your own home. An entirely new-air resistance principle provides a smooth, continuous Workloaded. The entire unit is a sophisticated exerciser permittinh a continuous, repeatable work measurement. Workload indicator reading Kpm/ min., Sweep second hand timer, resettable and cumulative odometers, easily adjusted saddle height. The answer for anyone who is interested in a planned workload exercise program. Wt: 77 lbs. Harvest Gold Finish

Air-Dyne Wind Screen

Chrome. Easy on and off. 90 849

Air-Dyne Reading Stand

Chrome support. Holds books or magazines. 90 710

Riding Aids for the Beginner

Schwinn Approved... Baby seats

A. New High-Black molded bucket style baby seat. Complete with seat belt, and foot protector. Fits all frame sizes of 26" and 27" wheel bicycles - 01 482 fits 17" thru 22" frames - 01 480 fits 20" thru 27" frames

Schwinn Cycle Aids...

The ideal bicycle accessory to help the beginner get a head start in cycling enjoyment. Wheel height adjustable. Available for 16", and 20" bikes. B. 02 525 for 16" B. 02 526 for 20" Cycle Aid for 12" wheel bikes. C.- 02 550

Schwinn Approved Pedal Blocks

Pedal blocks, pair - 07 600

Schwinn Approved Tool Kit

E. Handy tool kit- all in a handy carrying case. Emergency repairs on the road- 73 406 F. Terry Tennis Racket Clip! Tennis racket clip that attaches to front tubular fork of 26" or 27" wheel bicycles. Now you can take your racket along to the court easily and safely. Snap it right on your Bike! - 00 670

Take your Cycling fun Wherever You go!

Schwinn Approved Automobile Carriers...

C. Deluxe carrier mounts easily on most model autumobiles. No metal touches the car finish. Carrier removes and stores in trunk. Chrome plated finish with vinyl covered hooks. Large size - 94 545 Regular size - 94 540 B. Bike Porter II... permits carrying bicycles securely in "V" channels. Staps and hooks secure unit on most cars including station wagons. Two bicycle unit - 94 565 C. Add on kit (to permit carrying 4 bikes).- 94 566 D. Hoop style rack... a practical, economically priced car carrier that holds two bikes. Durable, silver epoxy finish, vinyl covered hooks. Fits most cars. Easy to install - 94 615

Schwinn Approved... Horns and Bells To let them know you're coming!

A. Your choice of antique illustration on bicycle bells - 01 006 B. Lightweight alloy, finger tip action chrime style black bell - 01 020 C. Schwinn-Approved design bell- chrome plated - 01 010 D. Deluxe "Ding-Dong" bell with red Schwinn Approved Seal - 01 005 E. Keep Bicentennial with an American Flag Bell - 01 001 F. Modern cyclist design bell - 01 430 G. Funny folk, and animal cartoons highlight these bells - 01 007

H. Long trumpet-style chrome plated bulb horn - 05 005 I. Triple tone chrome finish horn...Bulb style - 05 010 J. Modern electric horn with piercing beep! Uses standard "AA" cell batteries (not included) - 05 055 K. Chrome plated bugle horn with hexagonal bell styling - 05 001 L. Bugle horn with large bulb - 05 003

Schwinn-Approved Generator Sets.... For safety after dark...

A. New Traveler generator set. Economically priced. Chrome plated with large headlight and tail light. - 04 280 B.Block style generator with matte black and chrome finish. Single unit with adjustable headlamp is easily mounted on front fork - 04 250 C. Lightweight Super Sport generator set complete with headlight, tail light, and generator. Designed especially for use on lightweight bicycles - 04 200 D. New economically priced block generator set chrome finish. - 04 265 E. LeTour lightweight generator set. Everything you need for quick installation. Added safety for night riding. Powerful beam - 04 190

Schwinn-Approved Lights....

A.Strap this continental style safety light to your arm and ride in secure comfort. Takes two standard C cell flashlight batteries- not included - 05 816 B. Chrome plated tail light to match the new equipment. Genuine electrically fit amber and red rear signals - 04 180 C. Powerful handlebar mounted light. Full 4 1/2" volts of power. Quickly detaches for convenient flashlight. Fits all bicycle (battery included) - 05 821

Bike Care Products and Batteries...

Bike Storage Hooks -94 525 Rust -Erase -72 210 Spray paint small -72 680 to 712 LPD 9 small -72 021 Bike Polish- Small -73 201 Bike Polish- Large -73 200 LPD 9-Large -72 020 DG-15 Degreaser -73 203 Spray paint- Large -72 650 to 833 Chrome bright cream -73 210 Cycle-Lube -72 001 Cycle oil -73 002 Chain Lube -72 025 Wax -73 205 Chrome polish -73 206 Brush on touch up paint -72 750 - 780

Schwinn Approved Batteries

Schwinn Approved energized power batteries are made by a leading United States battery manufacturer according to Schwinn Specifications. These high quality long-life energized batteries are guaranteed for optimum performance for use in all battery operated products. Ultra Power (1 each).......00 920 D cell (2 pack).......00 925 C cell (2 pack).......00 926 9 volt (2 pack).......00 928 AA cell (4 pack).......00 927

Schwinn Approved... Bags, Basket, and Carriers to Tote and Carry

A. Genuine woven red basket lightweight and roomy. Straps extra - 00 750 B. Woven plastic basket with color trim to match most bicycles. Mounts by straps to handlebar - 00 721 to 00 727 C. Junior size woven plastic basket with color trim to match most bicycles - 00 800 to 08 806 D. Rear wire basket folds out-of-way. Opens easily to a large basket. Carries a full grocery bag. Install two for set. Sturdy construction chrome finish. (Price includes installation hardware). - 00 660 E. Rear Alloy Touring Bag Support....00 029 F. Front Alloy Touring Bag Support....00 019 G. Touring bag of heavy vinyl cloth 00 030 H. Deluxe lock and tool bag of heavy vinyl cloth. - 00 025 I. Tie down luggage straps in assorted colors. 12", 18" and 24" long. - 01 814 to 822 Lightweight alloy carrier with spring holder and front check clip that securely holds packages in place. Easily installed, the carrier attaches to frame drop-out ends and seatmast clamp. Complete with leveler bracket and built-in reflector bracket.

J. Fits 17" thru 22" frame. - 01 600 K. Fits 24" thru 26" frame. - 01 605

Schwinn-Approved Cyclometers and Speedometers

A. Deluxe Cyclometer with silent action - reset mechanism. Tells how far for every ride. Black plastic case. - 02 815 to 816 B. Compact Cyclometer with black finish plastic case. New silent pick-up mechanism - 020 820 to 827 C. Deluxe speedometer with chrome case and axle drive. Calibration for MPH and KMH on dial face. (Cannot be mounted on bicycles equipped with quick release hubs). - 08 450 to 08 452 D. New Deluxe Universal ture drive speedometer with black finish case. Calibration for MPH and KMH on dial face - 08 455 fits 17" thru 23" frames - 08 456 fits 24" thru 27" frames

A. 62 203 27" x 1 1/4" Puff gumwall B. 62 205 27" x 1 1/4" H.P. Sports touring gumwall C. 62 207 27" x 1 1/4" H.P. LeTour D. 62 212 27" x 1 1/8" H.P. Super record (300-310 grams) 62 213 27" x 1 1/8" H.P. Super (250 grams) E. 62 215 700" x 28C H.P. Schwinn Super 700 (300-310 grams) 62 216 700" x 28C H.P. Schwinn Super 700 (250 grams) F. 68 010 Sew-up tire (230 grams) 68 011 Sew-up tire (270 grams) 68 012 Sew-up tire (300 grams)

Schwinn Approved Pumps and Tire Care

A. Schwinn-Approved Deluxe foot pump with air reservoir and color coded pressure gauge. - 60 675 B. Schwinn-Approved Deluxe foot pump with air reservoir pressure gauge. Made in U.S.A. - 60 735 C. Schwinn-Approved narrow barrel high pressure pump - 60 679 D. Schwinn-Approved foot pump. - 60 681 E. Schwinn-Approved foot pump. Made in U.S.A.- 60 730 F. Schwinn-Approved alloy frame pump. - 60 684 G. Zefal high pressure frame pumps - 60 714 H. Zefal high pressure frame pumps with built-in pre-select. Available in specific frame sizes. - 60 717 to 60 721

I. Complete tube repair kit in one single package - 60 410 and 60 406 J. Easy to use bicycle tire "Stop-Leak" temporary tire seal and repair - 60 415 K. Tire pressure gauge with sliding readout scale. Regular - 69 226 Sew-up. - 69 227 L. Pocket size tire pressure gauges with reset up to 110 lbs Regular - 69 230 Sew- up - 69 231

Schwinn-Approve Mirrors

A. Black finish mirror. Reflector back - 07 025 B. Heavy duty mirror and mounting bracket black housing - 07 026 C. 4" round mirror, chrome plated with reflector - 07 010 D. 3" chrome plated mirror with reflectorized - 07 014 E. Chrome plated oblong mirror with two reflectors - 07 011

Schwinn-Approved Sting-Ray Seats

G. Sting-Ray seats with floral design H. Schwinn Seat brace I. Sting-Ray seats with racing stripes. J. Universal Seat brace K. Deluxe Sting-Ray seats with silver inlay

Riding Accessories

L. Carry along your favorite cool beverages. Bottle cage mounts easily on the frame. - 47 330 M. Handsome large and convenient size insulated bottle. Easy cage mountring on the frame. - 47 360 N. An old favorite for easier riding...slack and trouser guards. - 09 501 O. Men's deluxe leather cycling gloves with padded palm... ventilated "backs." 46 920 tp 925 P. Ladies' leather gloves for more control. 46 915 to 917

Schwinn Approved Cables, Chains and Locks....

A. Chain and combination lock set with 3/16" diameter, hardened 4-foot steel chain. Covered in Glitter Silver vinyl. - 06 710 B. For those who want extra strength here's a heavy duty 5/16" hardened chain and padlock with hardened 3/8" shacle. - 06 610 C. Vinyl covered coiled bicycle looking cables, 6-foot long, in assorted colors. - 06 745 to 06 762 Popular combination lock and 3-foot chain. Covered in. D. Glitter Blue - 06 691.....$3.50 E. Glitter Silver - 06 690.....$3.50 F. Glitter Red - 06 694.....$3.50 G. Presto set your own combination lock with 6-foot, coiled steel vinyl covered cable. - 06 743 H. Enjoy the security of a full 6-foot, coiled steel vinyl covered cable- coupled with a combination lock with hardened shackle - 06 740 I. Laminated steel padlock with case hardened shackle. Two keys supplied. - 06 606 J. Keep it in mind! Combination bicycle padlock with extra-strong case-hardened shackle. - 06 600 K. Presto set your own combination lock with case hardened shackle. - 06 530 I. Laminated hardened steel shackle key lock- supplied with generous 6-foot coiled vinyl covered cable to prevent scratching the bike's paint finish - 06 741

A. Hunt-Wilde grips 04 855- 859 B. Scrambler BMX grips 04 765-770 C. Team Schwinn handlebars pdas 02 462 - 464 D. Schwinn frame pad - 02 412 E. Frame pads in color - 02 410 - 437 F. Handlebar pads in color 02 402 - 442 G. Scrambler handlebar pad - 02 400 H. Schwinn handlebar pad - 02 403 I. Single clamp stem pad - 02 415 - 446 J. Double clamp stem pad - 02 416 - 449

K. Mouth guards small or medium - 46 010 - 011 L. Wide vision goggles - 47 525 M. BMX leather racing gloves - 46 940 - 943 N. Team Schwinn leather racing gloves - 46 980- 989 O. Bmx sticker - 03 258 P. Foil sticker - 03 256 Q. Prismatic sticker - 03 256 - 383 R. Sting sticker - 03 384 S. Numbers white/black - 02 130 - 149 T. Letters white/black - 02 180 - 220

U. Rectangular number plates - 02 121 - 124 V. Oval number plates - 02 108 - 117 W. Perforated oval plates - 02 111 - 120 X. Perforated rectangular plates - 02 165 - 171 Y. Team Schwinn Helmet bag - 45 057

A. Chrome moly handlebar - 55 055 B. Schwinn handlebars in color - 55 085 - 089 C. Anodized alloy handlebars - 55 041 - 044 D. Anodized BMX hubs - 34 740 - 754 E. Sealed bearing hubs - 34 480 - 494 F. T.D. cross 16T freewheel - 27 240 G.Team Schwinn 16T freewheel - 27 250 H. Anodized caliper brakes - 17 060 - 063

I. Double clamp stem - 55 529 J. Anodized alloy-chrome moly stem - 55 595 - 597 K. Team Schwinn Anodized stems - 55 586 - 590 L. Anodized alloy seat posts - 58 865 - 868 M. Chrome plated seat post - 58 808 N. Team Schwinn seat post clamps - 58 891 - 895 O. Competition spider with alloy sprocket - 56 141 - 142 P. Team Schwinn alloy crank sets - 56 235 - 239 Q. Scrambler alloy crankset - 56 155 R. Anodized alloy sprockets - 56 139 - 832

S. MKS rattrap peadls - 57 840 - 841 T. SunTour sealed bearing pedals - 57 -844 - 847 U. KKT lighting bolt pedals 57 - 890-895 V. Schwinn BMX racing saddle - 58 474 W. Schwinn quilted racing saddle - 58 551 X. Brooks B-18 racing saddle - 58 560 Y. Jaguar II racing saddle in colors - 58 480 - 483

A. 20" x 2.00" skin gumwall tire.......62 135 B. 20 x 1.75 and 2. 125 gumwall tires .......62 138-139 C. 20" x 2.125" studded gumwall tire.......62 131 D. 20" x 2.125" studded blackwall tire.......62 130

E. ACS nylon BMX wheels F. Schwinn Approved Magalloy wheels. Front 85 040 to 041 Rear 85 130 to 132 G. Tuff wheel lightweight BMX wheels Front 85 030 to 85 034........ Rear 85 120 to 85 124 H. Anodized lightweight BMX wheels front - 85 035 - 063 Rear- 115 - 188

I. Weinmann 20 x 1.75 alloy rim - 82 107 J. Ukai anodized alloy 20 x 1.75 boxed rims - 82 140-142 K. BMX tubular chrome moly fork - 54 455 L. Sting chrome moly fork - 54 416 - 419 M. Team Schwinn chrome moly fork - 54 450 N. Anodized chrome moly fork - 54 572 - 574

Schwinn - Approved Parts and Accessories

Manufacturer's Suggeste Retail Prices

Part No. Price Page No. 00 019 5.29 55 00 025 5.95 55 00 029 5.89 55 00 030 7.85 55 00 060 9.95 55 00 070 7.89 50 00 721-727 4.95 55 00 750 12.95 55 00 800-806 3.89 55 00 920 - 54 00 925 - 54 00 926 - 54 00 927 - 54 00 928 - 54 01 001 2.49 52 01 005 5.50 52 01 006 2.69 52 01 007 2.49 52 01 010 2.69 52 01 020 2.89 52 01 043 3.69 52 01 480 23.50 50 01 482 23.50 50 01 600 12.95 55 01 605 12.95 55 01 814 1.95 55 01 821 to 55 01 822 2.19 55 02 108-117 1.49 60 02 111-120 1.49 60 02 121-124 1.49 60 02 130-149 .29 60 02 165-171 1.49 60 02 180-220 .29 60 02 400 3.19 60 02 400-422 2.99 60 02 403 3.19 60 02 410-437 3.59 60 02 412 3.49 60 02 415-446 2.39 60 02 417-449 3.19 60 02 462-464 3.19 60 02 525-26 12.50 50 02 550 12.50 50 02 815-16 12.50 56 02 820-27 12.50 56 03 256 .59 60 03 257-383 .99 60 03 258 .59 60 03 284 1.49 60 04 180 2.99 53 04 190 17.95 53 04 200 23.95 53 04 250 15.95 53 04 265 8.95 53 04 280 12.95 53 04 765-770 1.75 60 04 855-859 1.75 60 05 001 5.99 52 05 003 6.50 52 05 005 2.99 52 05 010 6.99 52 05 055 5.49 52 05 816 2.69 53 05 821 7.59 53 06 530 7.19 59

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If you are love cars and you have a boatload of cash, you are likely to start spending money on vintage cars at some point. Even though you might have the latest Lamborghini or Ferrari, there is this unique appeal that a 1970 Mercedes Benz possesses, and you would want to have it parked in your garage. This practice also applies to wine lovers. A 1960 vintage is better than an expensive Hennessy. Although this doesn’t apply to most cyclers, some cyclers enjoy reading, researching, and even buying old bicycles. If you are one of such cyclers, you should know about the particular Schwinn Super Le Tour model manufactured between 1974 and the late 1980s. These bike models guided multiple cycling champions to victory, and it was a piece of much sought-after equipment in the late 1970s and 1980s. Even though Schwinn no longer produces this bike, it is still in circulation today, and you can get one if you are lucky enough to find it. This particular review will take a different dimension from our regular reviews. We will explain the different Super Le Tour models produced during this period.

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1974 Super Le Tour Model

The 1974 model had a lightweight frame fitted with butted top and bottom tubes. It also had quick-release aluminum alloy hubs, and the crankset was also made from aluminum alloy. It utilized alloy caliper brakes and puff gum wall tires.

1975 Super Le Tour Model

The 1975 model had a steel lugged frame with single butted tubes. It utilized Araya alloy steel tubular rims and large flange aluminum alloy hubs. They had high-pressure clincher-type tires and an aluminum alloy crankset.

1976 Super Le Tour Model

This model utilized a lightweight, steel-lugged frame with single butted tubes. It came with dual brakes and an aluminum alloy double plateau crankset. They utilized Araya alloy steel tubular rims and quick-release hubs.

1977 Super Le Tour Model

This model utilized a lugged frame along with HP sports Touring gum wall tires. The wheels were Araya steel tubular rims, and they had special gear and derailleurs. It was made with a racing-style saddle.

1978 Super Le Tour Model

This model utilized a hand-made frame and a tubular chrome-plated front fork. It utilized aluminum alloy rims and large flange quick-release hubs. The model also had Shimano derailleurs and Compe G side pull.

1979 Super Le Tour Model

The 1979 model was made with a lightweight frame with carbon steel material. It also utilized Shimano derailleurs and high-pressure touring tires. The bike was built for durability.

1980 Super Le Tour Model

The 1980 model was the pickup model for the Super Le Tour. It was lightweight, responsive, and rugged. It has a self-centering rear derailleur with a cassette freewheel. It also had a rugged lug frame designed for durability.

1981 Super Le Tour Model

This model utilized a carbon steel frame along with Shimano Altus ST derailleurs. The tires were HP Sports Touring, and the hubs were Schwinn’s large flange with quick release. It also had a 2-inch fork rake

1982 Super Le Tour Model

This model had 12 speeds and a carbon steel frame that made it a super cycle. It had Shimano Altus LT derailleurs, and the tires were a 300-gram super record. The rims were UKAI alloy boxes.

1983 Super Le Tour Model

The 1983 model had a full 4130 chrome-moly frame along with a 12-speed gear. The model also came with HP sport touring tires and Sugino Aero 5 crankset. It also had Shimano Altus ST derailleurs.

1984 Super Le Tour Model

This model had a lightweight carbon fiber frame and ARX derailleurs. It also had front and rear quick-release hubs and brakes with drill levers.

1985 Super Le Tour Model

This particular model was designed for young adults and students. It utilized lightweight, 4130 chrome moly double primary tubes and hi-tensile steel blades. It also utilized ARX derailleurs and levers.

The Schwinn Le Tour was a success back in the days, and it helped any cyclists attain victory. It was a well-accepted model, and it led the company Schwinn company to financial success before they finally closed shop in 1992. Although the Super Le Tour Model is out of the market, you can still buy them if you know where to look. However, you should make sure you have enough cash because vintage items are always more expensive than modern ones. If you think of getting this vintage bicycle and you have the means, you should go for it. Cheers!

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1983 Schwinn Super Le Tour

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• Serial: SA501998 #845
• Manufacturer: Schwinn
• Model: Super Le Tour
• Primary colors: Red
• Wheel diameter: 700 C
• Frame Material: Steel

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Restoring a vintage 1983 schwinn le tour.

A Short History of the Schwinn Le Tour

The 1983 le tour specifications, the seat and seatpost, the shifter group, rear freewheel and axle, brakes, handlebars, and stem, ready for the road, 35 comments:.

Just bought a 1983 Super Le Tour. Great info and good to know where this bike may have been made

Thanks for the post. Bought mine in 1984 and after all these years the tube markings are gone. Everything else still there though! Same handlebar, chrome-moly sticker, etc... (#SC300132) Wish I could pin down the model for certain, I think it was a Le Tour.

According to your serial number (presume it is SC300132) this would be either a Le Tour or Super Le Tour (S) produced in the month of March (C) in 1983 (3). The rest of the numbers are unique. As above the frame is probably produced in Mississippi.

Thanks for the article Douglas. Great information and pictures! I'm hoping to be the proud owner of a one owner 1983 Le Tour tomorrow. It appears to be all original except for the pedals and rear brakes. I would like to replace the pedals with the originals. Are they fairly easy to find? Any idea if the Le Tour had it's own style of pedal? Thanks, Mike

I bought a 1984 Le Tour at a garage sale and have been slowly working on it. I really like the bike. What do you know about the service of the bearings and freewheel? Everything is running great, I just want to be proactive in keeping it that way! This is my first road bike and first vintage bike.

This just depends on how much the bike has been ridden. The bearing grease is surely dried up by now and should be regreased (wheels and bottom bracket at least). If the tires and tubes have not been changed in years, you may want to replace them. Otherwise, you will get flats. This is a nuisiance during rides. The rubber degrades over time. But if they are less than 10 years old, they are probably okay.

I just pulled my 1982 LeTour out of the basement. Great shape and I loved riding it. Loved learning about the history of Schwinn and this bike. As I’m “getting up there,” I may sell it.

I gave this reconditioned Le Tour to my son and he uses it for commuting to work. He loves it and gets all kinds of positive comments. I still ride my old Raleigh that is another post, but I modified it significantly so it was comfortable for me to ride. I may to an article on the changes.

I'm working on a customer's Schwinn. It was recovered from being stolen and hired me to restore the bike. It is definitely a Schwinn but the model is scraped up. It has chrome chain/seat stays and forks. Serial number 1A000699 and the badge shows 3100 / MIJ. I have searched the googles and can't narrow down make and year. The Crank is a Super Maxy with a date code of J-8 which should bring it to 1990. But this looks like a 1970's era paramount with downtube shifters..

You might look at the following website. It has some components and pictures. Many are not in original condition. https://www.kurtkaminer.com/TH_paramountregistry.html#1985 Some 1980s Paramounts were made in Japan. What are the other components. Sometimes you can review the Schwinn catalogs and pinpoint the model. Waterford Bikes (formerly the factory producing Paramount models) has a good listing of images from all the catalogues.

You're the first person with similar serial number my la tour starting with a number 2A01245 1983 did you find any more info. Great bike ride about 500 miles allready this year.

According to the Schwinn Information Bulletin on serial numbers your Le Tour serial number should start with an S. Are you sure the 2 is not an S. If the 2 is an S, then your bike was made in January 1980. This is a really nice riding classic bike.

greeting Douglas i was doing research on my Le Tour that i recently purchased and it also has a serial number on that starts with a 2F02803 I also thought my bike was mfg. in June 1980.. no mistake it is clearly a number. "2"

The F is somewhat unusual. Usually the LeTours are S, J or G depending on the country of production. Could it be a J. This would mean built in Japan. Another way to define the year you can look at the catalogs and identify the component groups that are identical to your bike. I hope this helps.

Thanks for responding to my post. I have looked over the serial numbers and yes starts with 2 followed by F. the components seem to be consistent with a 1980s bike front and rear derailleur down tube shifters all marked Shimano Altus. front hub is a approved Schwinn and rear hub Shimano, but for some reason the rims are alloy Weinmann and brakes are also Weinmann side pulls. the reason i purchased was the color it is in the sandpiper color like the one you have with brown Schwinn lettering on the down tube very attractive bike.

If you could send some images of the components, I might be able to date the bike. From the components you have listed it seems to be 1980s. Email is [email protected]

Thank you for your reply and recommendations. I’m at a loss since I have went thru all the photos and information. The other components are SR Road Champion Japan handlebars Double butted 4130 sticker Red/chrome lined stickers wrapped around the chain stay/ seat stay/ seat tube SR seat post Dia-compe brakes with quick release Round reflectors Shimano Altus Downtube shifters(friction) SR Stem Red/Gold lined Schwinn logo on downtube. No logo on top tube

Well I found it. 1980 Schwinn Voyageur 11.8.

Great! Glad you found it. Believe it or not I am working on a 1988 Voyageur right now so the components sounded really familiar. I will have a posting up in about a month. Nice bikes!

I just bought a yellow Le Tour on ebay for $71.00. It definitely was made in Japan and in my research I think it was made in 1974. The chrome was in great shape but the front forks bearly turned and the wheels would spin slow. I pulled the forks and crank and the grease was like gum. Also did front and rear bearings and replaced all cables. Put new black tape on the handlebars and bought a buffer/polisher for my drill and polished all the chrome. I'm 61 years old and I feel like I'm 15 in high school again. Up every morning knocking out 6+ miles. Great COVID project.

Riding a bike is about as safe as it gets during the COVID crisis. The Le Tours are not the lightest bike of the era, but they are really designed well for riding. My son has the one I refinished and loves it. Thanks for the great comment.

Hi Doug, My bike collection is starting to mirror yours, as I just picked up a Schwinn LeTour, S/N SC211040, and a 1988 Schwinn Tempo, as a Father/Son combo sale for $120.00 My LeTour has the older style decals and chromed steel rims made by UKARIM. the kickstand is non-descript, except for the "Japan" cast into it. I am glad that I had 2 extra gumwall tires from last year, as prices are through the roof, now.I also have a 1972 Raleigh Record and a 1950 Raleigh Tourist, among others. I did get a few extra 26X1-3/8 Michelin's from Chain Reaction Cycle for $6.77 for blackwalls.

According to your serial number, this is probably a 1982 Schwinn Le Tour built in March. It was probably made in USA. In fact, it may have been among the first to be made in the new factory in Greenville, but Chicago is also a possibility. The rims have me puzzled, as most of the Le Tours had alloy rims. Perhaps they are after market.

Muy linda bicicleta! Tengo un Le Tour 3 completamente original como salió de fabrica! Saludos!

Doug I read you talk about the Letour being made in Japan the in the Chicago Plant until 1983. I have a lugged Schwinn Mountain bike frame that has a serial number BS367823 that by the Schwinn serial code is February 1981 but by the Asian Serial number Guide is taken as 1983. This has been taken by a fellow T-Mar as being a serial number system used for frames made in Japan. From what I have seen another ASNG format refers to the Letour SyMnnnn but of course this did carry on to frames made in the Chicago plant in the late 1970`s. The discussion I have had with others comes to saying the frame I have is a 1983 manufacture. T-Mar does state he has no idea of what USA manufacturers used as SN formats. I see also Paramount manufactured at Chicago as well. A direct discussion we could have via email before we go to a public posting. I trust you are well and keeping sake, Kind regards Les Cook

Yes. Please contact me if you like. My email is in the about me page. I don't think Schwinn made "mountain" bikes until 1983. Send pictures if you like. See this link for 1983 Sierra which is lugged. https://bikehistory.org/catalogs/1983.html

Hello Doug, I also have a Schwinn Le Tour. The SN is SH303873, so it seems it was made in Aug 1983. I bought it used, was riding for a while but for the last 20 years it was sitting in my basement because I have a mountain bike. I'm planning to use this road bike for a 18-mile triathlon distance, so I want to replace tires and tubes myself and then bring it for a tune up to a shop. But I don't know the size of tires I need. My measurement of the wheel diameter gave me 25.5". Please give me your advice. Thank you!

Please check the last image on my article. You will see my bike has Araya Rims that are 27X 1 1/4. You will need a 27X 1 1/4 tire (700s will not work) which are available on Amazon but you have to search a bit. The tubes can be standard 700c size as they will fit any similar sized rim. But check your rim as sometimes the wheels have been replaced. A stamp will also be on the existing tire (assuming there is still one one the bike). it's a great riding bike and you will enjoy it once you have it fixed up. The Super Le Tour had 27X 1 1/8 inch tires, but the 27X 1 1/4 should fit. 27 is the rim size and the 1/4 or 1/8 is the tire width.

Hi Doug, I have had an antique Schwinn Sakae Custom Champion 4130 Chromoly that looks to be a 1973. Serial number is F736448 and model looks to be 1737. I realize this is a hard to find bike. It was in my storage building until recently. It is now in my livingroom to keep it dry. In good condition and mint green. The paint original. Just wondering if you have an ideal of it's value. I used to ride but currently on disability and would be frightened to try now with all my physical problems. Your post with the catalog was so informative. I greatly appreciate it. Thanks so much, Linda

Your bike is a 1977.

This is a 1983. The 1977s had only 5 gears and this one has 6. All the other components also match the 1983 version that is in the Schwinn catalog. As I said, it was likely produced in Mississippi.

I would consider the fact when the chicago plant was shutting down, parts that were left over might have been used to build bikes just to use up inventory, meaning there could be different varations of the 83 la tour based on parts on hand (food for thought) I a 1983 thats different then what everybody describes

This is very true. They did ship a bunch of parts to Mississippi. This included stickers so they may also be a bit different.

There is a lot of information on Schwinn bikes on bikehistory.org, and on thecabe.com. Schwinn serial numbers are confusing. The guy with the F73xxx serial number has a June 1977 frame. To the lady thinking she may have a valuable old Le Tour, sorry, but likely worth $100 +|- depending on condition. The Le Tours were made in Japan 73-78 then brought back to Chicago, but built with 1020 steel, not 4130 cro-moly. When production moved to Greenville in 1983, the Le Tours were again made with 4130 cro-moly steel.

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1981 Schwinn Super Le Tour Summercloud White

Last Updated on July 8, 2023 by FAB Jim The Cyclist

Because I like my 1974 Le Tour so much, I decided to pick up a Super.  I like the combo of the white paint and red decals.  This one has some of the improvements I wondered about like downtube shifters, alloy rims, and 12 speeds.  It’s about 26lbs, so 5lbs lighter than my 74.  It’s a very pleasant bike to ride.

Here are some specs:

1020 carbon steel frame

Altus LT derailleurs and shifters

Sugino Super Maxy crank

SR LaPrade fluted seat post

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From the 1981 Schwinn Catalog:

Take a long, hard look at this 27-pound, 12-speed Super LeTour- a prime example of Schwinn quality. Its standard equipment features include Gran Compe 500 G side-pull brakes with lever hoods for more comfort, tubular fork with semi-sloping crown that is attractive and makes for a lively, solid ride and Schwinn Super Record 300-grames tires that are lightweight without sacrificing durability. And take an extra look at Schwinn’s resilient and dependable lug frame. It all adds up to a super cycle that wins top grades for agility and performan ce.

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The President Bridge is a support bridge that traverses the Volga stream in Ulyanovsk Oblast, Russia, interfacing the city of Ulyanovsk with the east side of the Ulyanovsk Oblast. It is the second longest bridge in Russia, and one of the longest bridges in Europe, with a length of 5.825 kilometers 3.619 mi, and 12.98 kilometers 8.07 mi including the interfacing expressway. The new bridge was worked as the maturing Ulyanovsk Bridge could never again adapt to the developing traffic. It was built as a piece of a government modernization program and went for connecting the European piece of Russia with the Urals, Siberia and the Far East.

The structure of the bridge started in 1980, and the development in 1986, initially intended to take nine years. The primary columns were introduced in 1988, and the main range in 1992. The opening function occurred on 24 November 2009, and was gone to by the Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and Ilham Aliyev, President of Azerbaijan. At this stage just the initial segment of the bridge was opened; the lower level of the bridge is booked to open in 2012. It took over 23 years to assemble the bridge; finishing was deferred fundamentally because of absence of financing and monetary troubles following Russia's progress after the fall of the Soviet Union.

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First Il-76MD-90A rolls off new production line

A new, upgraded and automated final assembly line at the CJSC Aviastar-SP JSC plant in the Russian city of Ulyanovsk has completed its first Ilyushin Il-76MD-90A heavy-lift strategic transport aircraft.

The Il-76MD-90A was towed out of the new production facility on May 19. It will now undergo a ground test campaign before beginning its flight test programme. While the full details of the improved facility were not disclosed, the managing director of Aviastar-SP JSC, Sergey Sheremetov, said: “The introduction of a new technological process in the future will contribute to an increase in the volume of serial production of more than ten aircraft per year.”

The new final assembly line comprises ten work stations for docking the fuselage, wing and tail sections, along with stations for the installation of aircraft powerplants and other systems. It is equipped with a laser positioning system to ensure that all of the aircraft’s elements are joined with a high degree of accuracy. The new facility will reduce the labour required for the production process by 38%.

The Russian Aerospace Forces ultimately intends to acquire up to 100 examples of the Il-76MD-90A and ordered an initial batch of 39 aircraft under a contract signed in October 2012. At least six are believed to be operational, although the precise number of Il-76MD-90As in Russian service remains unconfirmed.

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