1979 Schwinn Caliente Road Bicycle 18"
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1979 Schwinn Caliente Road Bicycle 18" — Listed at $299.00
Cool American made Schwinn road bike with Shimano Front Freewheel!
You could be the proud owner of this vintage Schwinn Caliente bicycle. Hand built in Chicago, USA in June of 1979 this bike features a Shimano Front Freewheel system and smaller frame size for shorter riders. Perfect for the retro rider or collector, this bicycle is looking for a new home and it could be yours.
BIKE CONDITION
The bike is in good overall condition and free of bends, cracks and corrosion. The Frosty Blue paint still has a good luster to it with some small marks and scratches to be found throughout the bike. The bike appears to be all original with the exceptions of the newer Kenda tires and possibly the saddle.
This bicycle appears to be ridable, but we would recommend a tune up or safety check over by a qualified mechanic before riding.
This bicycle is being sold as is, please see photographs for details.
Measurements
Seat Tube: 18"
Top Tube: 19.5"
Standover Height: 27"
Bike Weight: 34.5 lbs
Specifications
Seatpost: Schwinn
Saddle: Schwinn
Stem: 70mm Schwinn
Handlebars: 39cm Schwinn
Headset: Schwinn
Brake Levers: Dia Compe
Brake Calipers: Schwinn
Shifters: Shimano Positron
Front Derailleur: Schwinn
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Positron II
Crankset: Shimano Positron Road Double
Pedals: Schwinn Steel Platform
Wheels: Schwinn Bolt On Hubs Laced to 24" Schwinn Rims
Freewheel: 5 Spd Shimano
Serial #FQ553914
Reference #152725
BIKE CONDITION
The bike is in good overall condition and free of bends, cracks and corrosion. The Frosty Blue paint still has a good luster to it with some small marks and scratches to be found throughout the bike. The bike appears to be all original with the exceptions of the newer Kenda tires and possibly the saddle.
This bicycle appears to be ridable, but we would recommend a tune up or safety check over by a qualified mechanic before riding.
This bicycle is being sold as is, please see photographs for details.
Measurements
Seat Tube: 18"
Top Tube: 19.5"
Standover Height: 27"
Bike Weight: 34.5 lbs
Specifications
Seatpost: Schwinn
Saddle: Schwinn
Stem: 70mm Schwinn
Handlebars: 39cm Schwinn
Headset: Schwinn
Brake Levers: Dia Compe
Brake Calipers: Schwinn
Shifters: Shimano Positron
Front Derailleur: Schwinn
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Positron II
Crankset: Shimano Positron Road Double
Pedals: Schwinn Steel Platform
Wheels: Schwinn Bolt On Hubs Laced to 24" Schwinn Rims
Freewheel: 5 Spd Shimano
Serial #FQ553914
Reference #152725
| Year | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Gender | Mens |
| Color | Blue |
| Speeds | 10 Speed |
| Features |
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| Frameset | Steel |
| Components | Shimano, Schwinn |
| Drivetrain | 10 Speed |
| Manufacturer | Schwinn |
| Decade | 1970s |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Used or New | Used |
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