DX is the model:
https://bikehistory.org/catalogs/1948.html
Model D97X
All specifications for this model are same as DB97XE described above except that torpedo light, carrier, tank and horn, and truss rods are not included.
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(Un equipped)
Standard DX frame. Truss rods and chrome rims available at extra cost. Optional: for Autocycle frame (same as DB97XE model) Order DB97X.
Specifications for Model DB97XE
FRAME-
Fully streamlined design, Schwinn-Built tubing. Removable seat post clamp, built-in kick stand, mud guard and chain guard brackets, dropout rear fork ends.
FORK-
Oval, solid forged steel construction. New patented trussplate.
CRANK SET-
One-piece crank-1" pitch sprocket-cones turned from finest bar steel. Two-point ball bearing races.
FRONT HUB-
Schwinn design. Bearings with large 7/32" balls in retainers. See page 2.
REAR HUB-
New Departure or Bendix coaster brake, Morrow Coaster Brake optional at additional cost.
HEAD SET-
New design with semithrust type lower races. Large 3/16" balls in retainers. Two point contact ball races. See page 28.
HANDLEBAR-
SB26 x 8.
HANDLEBAR STEM-
Standard type.
TANK-
Streamlined, containing horn.
KICK STAND-
Schwinn-Built patented construction. See page 3.
MUD GUARDS-
Deep type formed and reinforced where attached to frame. Semi-tubular braces. Rear braces attached to frame. See page 2.
CHAIN GUARD-
Embossed. Heavy brackets attached to mounting lugs built into frame. See page 2.
CHAIN-
1" x 3/16" roller.
HEAD LIGHT-
Fender torpedo type, self contained.
LUGGAGE CARRIER-
Mounted directly to frame, not on rear axle. Jewel reflector.
TIRES-
26" x 2 1/8" Cord Balloon. Whitewalls at extra cost.
RIMS-
Enameled S-2 Schwinn Tubular. See page 29.
SADDLE-
Mesinger-padded.
PEDALS-
Rubber.
REAR REFLECTOR-
Jewel.
FINISH-
Finest synthetic enamels over heavy prime coat.
Colors:
Light Red, Light Blue or Black, with Ivory Trim. Special colors at extra cost.
D37XE Ladies'