1955 (?) Hornet

[Floyd]

Picked up this Hornet. It seems im into it for roughly the value of the tank, but its a little rough. I question the absence of a kickstand, and originality of gooseneck and handlebars. What say the experts?

 

[spoker]

part it!!!

 

[farkasthegoalie]

originally had a bolt on kickstand- not sure of the neck and bars. I'd throw new tubes and tires and roll as is!!

 

[marching_out]

It appears I have the exact Hornet. Mine is either a 1955 or '56. I believe it to be all original. Bolt on stand and the bars and neck look to be the same as yours.

 

[Floyd]

Thanks for the pics! Looks original now that i see yours

 

[GTs58]

Schwinn cheapened up the Hornets in 54 with a bolt on stand and different light. Then in 55 they went to the cheaper rolled stem.

 

[Floyd]

If i wanted to upgrade to a springer, would this style locking neck be a correct piece for this year?

 

[WES PINCHOT]

If i wanted to upgrade to a springer, would this style locking neck be a correct piece for this year? View attachment 713521

YES!