I’ve had it in storage for a few years, and have never tried to ride it. I don’t really know much about bikes in general as I’ve only ever had cheap Walmart bikes until recently (just bought a used Trek Verve) but would like to get more into the community! Thank you for any help!
by flannel_mouth
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For what? To ride? Or to sell?
You’re better off just selling it for $100 right now if that’s your intention.
These are a blast to ride, so yes.
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They gonna love that. I’d rock it.
I don’t know how the experience might overlap with your Verve, but that Schwinn is a very cute, rideable bike. As others said, looks in good shape, shouldn’t need much more than a wipe down and some chain lube.
https://preview.redd.it/bv1satd80rld1.jpeg?width=660&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6a9839015c8c0afd27418b2b1b63d52309fb5917
Familiar?
I have one of a similar vintage. I found mine to be tough, well balanced, and fast once you get up to speed. The one problem I ran into was the tires. The roads and sidewalks where I’m at are covered in car shrapnel and I was unable to find a thorn resistant inter tube or heavier tire that would fit the vintage rims. I sincerely hope your roads are better than mine and you have better fortune with the tires. Should be a good ride. Godspeed.
It has a generator and everything…too bad you can’t change to wider tires, no room…has friction shifting, believe it or not, is the best system… double tube frame for a stiffer frame…
Do you need to raise the seat??? You might have room for a seatpost suspension…they are great bumm savers…