1974 Opaque Red Super Sport

[Schwinn499]

What great condition! Diggin the white walls.

 

[schwinnbikebobb]

Thanks! Here is something I have not ran across before that was on this bike. The slots were not cut???

 

[Schwinn499]

Thanks! Here is something I have not ran across before that was on this bike. The slots were not cut???

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Well thats odd! No little date code stamps either..

 

[Metacortex]

The little date code symbols on the BB cones ended in '72. There does appear to be very light marks where the slots were to be cut, as if the tool just kissed the surface instead of cutting to the proper depth. Surprised that Schwinn QC let that one get through.

BTW, what was the date code on the crank?

 

[schwinnbikebobb]

Hey Scott

The crank date was SA 22 74 The handlebars were 0674 and the pedals 5-74 The rims were marked 74 also on the inside by the valve stem hole. Could not find any dates on the brake levers or rear derailleur.

 

[mack0327]

Here's my 74 Opaque Red Super Sport. The frame is dated March of 1973 and I purchased the bike from the original owner. Other than the saddle, everything is original, even down to the tubes. The paint is nearly spotless as the owner put this bike away weeks after purchasing it and has not ridden it since. Usually, I purchase bikes to ride them, but this one is the exception. I wouldn't want to stress the original tires and cables. I feel lucky to have found such a nice, untouched original.

 

[Schwinn499]

Hey Scott,

Here's my 74 Opaque Red Super Sport. The frame is dated March of 1973 and I purchased the bike from the original owner. Other than the saddle, everything is original, even down to the tubes. The paint is nearly spotless as the owner put this bike away weeks after purchasing it and has not ridden it since. Usually, I purchase bikes to ride them, but this one is the exception. I wouldn't want to stress the original tires and cables. I feel lucky to have found such a nice, untouched original.

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What a beauty!

 

[mack0327]

What a beauty!

Thanks!

 

[PCHiggin]

Beauty! Looks new

 

[Schwinn499]

Was it missing the original Brooks B15?