1975 Schwinn Thrasher 20" Kids BMX Bike Single Speed SS Silver Steel Old-School~
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About this product
This is a vintage 1975 Schwinn Thrasher 20-inch Kids BMX Bike, featuring a single-speed drivetrain and a silver steel frame. It comes with a BMX bar handlebar type, caliper brake - side pull, and clincher tires. The bike includes a chain guard and no suspension, reflecting its old-school design. Weighing 32 lbs, it's designed for unisex children and was manufactured in the United States.
Our take
For enthusiasts of vintage BMX, this 1975 Schwinn Thrasher is a genuine piece of history. The steel frame and single-speed setup are classic for the era, offering a robust and simple riding experience. The 20-inch wheels are standard for a kids' BMX, and the BMX bar provides that iconic look and feel. The caliper brake - side pull is period-correct, though less powerful than modern options. Weighing 32 lbs, it's a bit heavy by today's standards, but that's part of its old-school charm and steel construction. As a vintage item sourced from the United States, it offers a slice of Americana for collectors.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Authentic vintage 1975 model year
- Durable steel frame material
- Made in the United States
- Classic single-speed BMX design
Cons
- Heavy at 32 lbs
- Outdated caliper brake technology
- No suspension
Specifications
- Handlebar Type BMX Bar
- Wheel Size 20 in
- Item Length 36 in
- Number of Speeds 1 Speed
- Vintage Yes
- Department Unisex Children
Show all 26 specifications
- Model Year
- 1975
- Item Height
- 20 in
- Features
- Chain Guard
- Item Width
- 8 in
- Number of Gears
- 1 x 1
- Bike Type
- BMX Bike
- Color
- Silver
- Tire Type
- Clincher Tires
- Material
- Steel
- Materials sourced from
- United States
- Brand
- Schwinn
- Custom-Built
- No
- Brake Type
- Caliper Brake - Side Pull
- Suspension Type
- No Suspension
- Model
- Thrasher
- Shifter Style
- None
- Gear Change Mechanism
- None
- Item Weight
- 32 Ib
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Frame Size
- Small
