The Schwinn Tornado

This page provides year by year images and info quoted from Schwinn catalogs for the Tornado from 1959 to 1982.

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1959

Price plus value - a really handsome bike that’s built by Schwinn to give years of trouble-free service and a price that will amaze you!

Features; Schwinn Twin-bar frame, forged fork, famous Schwinn Tubular enameled rims, chain guard, rear reflector, detachable kick stand, sparkling Red enamel finish with Ivory trim. Coaster brake only.

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Schwinn's lowest priced full-size Tornado middleweight

Tornado models for boys

Shpg. No. Size Description Wt, Lbs.

  • X12-7 26 inch Coaster (Schwinn-Approved) 50 ½
  • X22-7 24 inch Coaster (Schwinn-Approved) 43
  • X32-7 20 inch Coaster (Schwinn-Approved) 36 ½

COLORS: Lights Red enamel with Ivory trim.

All specification subject to change without notice.

Scwinn Deluxe Tornado

Deluxe Torndo models for boys.

OUTSTANDING VALUE

In a sturdy, fully-equipped Schwinn Quality bicycle, Features; Schwinn Twin-bar frame, tank with horn, chrome truss rods, headlight, Schwinn Tubular enameled rims, rear carrier, detachable kick stand, sparkling Red enamel finish with ivory trim.
Coaster brake only.

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Deluxe Tornado promotion - priced equipped model middleweight

Shpg. No. Size Description Wt. Lbs.

  • X14-7 26 inch Coaster (Schwinn-Approved) 54 ½
  • X24-7 24 inch Coaster (Schwinn-Approved) 54 ½

No equipment options on Deluxe Tornado models.
COLORS: Light Red enamel with Ivory trim.

All Specification subject to change without notice.

See the full 1959 Schwinn catalog.

1960

Lowest price. Schwinn quality. Twin bar frame.

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A sturdy bike and outstanding value. Red and ivory.

  • 26" coaster brake ....... $41.95
  • 24" coaster brake ....... $39.95
  • 20" coaster brake ....... $37.95

Deluxe Tornado

Fully equipped.Red and ivory. Outstanding value.

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Here's a feature packed Schwinn at a low price. Includes tank, horn, headlight, truss rods, carrier.

  • 26" coaster brake .... $49.95
  • 24" coaster brake .... $49.95

Tornado - ladies / girls

Popular price. Schwinn quality. Blue and ivory.

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  • 26" coaster brake .. $41.95
  • 24" coaster brake .. $39.95
  • 20" coaster brake .. $37.95

Deluxe Tornado - ladies / girls

Tank with horn. Luggage carrier. Blue and ivory.

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An outstanding value in a fully equipped bike. Truss rods, headlight, rear carrier. Dependable Schwinn quality.

  • 26" coaster brake .. $49.95
  • 24" coaster brake .. $49.95

See the full 1960 Schwinn catalog.

1961

Lowest price. Schwinn quality. Twin bar frame.

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A sturdy bike and outstanding value. Red and ivory.

  • 26" coaster brake ....... $41.95
  • 24" coaster brake ....... $39.95
  • 20" coaster brake ....... $37.95

Tornado - ladies / girls

Popular price. Schwinn quality. Blue and ivory.

1961 Schwinn Tornado
  • 26" coaster brake .. $41.95
  • 24" coaster brake .. $39.95
  • 20" coaster brake .. $37.95

See the full 1961 Schwinn catalog.

1977

Here's a bold BMX style inspired bike that just seems to go by itself Big number plate mounted on the sleek low BMX handlebar.

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Simulated tank, large colorful chainguard... special styling on the front fork, too! Black padded BMX style saddle and sportly mini-mudguard. The new 1977 Schwinn Tornado will turn heads wherever it goes... and why not?... there's nothing else like it- anywhere!

Introduced in the fall of 1976, the Tornado has proven to be an immediate favorite of young cyclist everywhere. Its unique and advanced styling is a standout that makes every boy proud to own Schwinn. The Tornado is a special combination of fine Schwinn quality construction and sleek BMX racing styling. Designed for conventional riding, on the street, or sidewalk, it is a perfect example of the "Big Ride" that is characteristics of the Schwinn line of BMX and BMX-styled bicycles.

  • Schwinn Tornado Model J32-6............$86.95

Specifications

Frame: Schwinn-reinforced cantilever steel frame design with simulated tank insert.
Frame Finish: Black with yellow trim, orange with yellow trim.
Wheels: 20" x 1 3/4" Schwinn tubular rims.
Tires: 20" x 1 3/4" knobby.
Handlebar and Stem: Black modified BMX styling with crossbar and plastic number plate. Forged steel stem.
Crankset: One-piece steel.
Pedals: Block pedals, reflectorized.
Brakes: Positive action coaster.
Saddle: BMX style with heavy pedding.
Weight: 34 lbs.

Note: Prices and specification subject to change without notice.

See the full 1977 Schwinn catalog.

1978

Here's a bold BMX inspired bike that just seems to go by itself.

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New design concepts.
Simulated MX tanks.
BMX number plates.
Exciting colors.

  • Model J32-6..........$89.95

Colors: Black with yellow and orange trim. Yellow with black and orange trim.

Big number plate mounted on the sleek, low BBMX handlebar. Simulated MX tank, large colorful chainguard, built-in kickstand and special styling on the front fork. Black padded MX style saddle and sporty mini-mudguards. The Tornado is a special combination of fine Schwinn-built quality construction with the competition look. weight: 34 lbs.

Note: Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

See the full 1978 Schwinn catalog.

1979

Here's bold BMX inspired bike that just seems to go by itself.

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Big number plate mounted on a low sleek BMX handlebar. Simulated MX tank. Full length chainguard, built-in kickstand, black padded MX style saddle and sportly mini mudguards. The Tornado is a great bike for the oung rider who wants the competition look. Coaster brake and 20 x 1 3/4" tires. weight 34 pounds.

  • Assembled and fitted, ready to ride....$89.95

Colors: Sunset orange and black suede.

See the full 1979 Schwinn catalog.

1980

The Only Original Sting-Ray!

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Here's bold BMX inspired bike that is exciting to ride. Big number plate mounted on a low sleek BMX handlebar. Simulated MX tank. Full length chainguard, built-in kickstand, black BMX style saddle and sportly mini mudguards. The Tornado is a great bike for the young rider who likes the look of the competitor. Coaster brake and 20 x 1 3/4" tires. Weight 34 pounds.
Colors: Black frame with Golden Yellow trim

  • J32-6

See the full 1980 Schwinn catalog.

1981

The distinctive Sting-Ray seat and handlebar- invented and introduced by Schwinn.

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Few bikes have ever won such wide acceptance and gained such immediate popularity as the one and only Schwinn Sting-Ray- with its exclusive Schwinn cantilever frame, Schwinn Sting-Ray saddle, Sting-Ray handlebars, chainguard and coaster brake. Though many have copied it, no one has duplicated the Sting-Ray. It weighs in at 39 pounds and features a single-speed coaster brake.

  • J32-6

Colors: Black with Yellow Trim

"That's not a bike, it's my Sting-Ray"

The Sting-Ray Seat can be easily adjusted up or down to fit almost all youngster.

Schwinn Tornado The BMX- inspired Schwinn Tornado, sporting number plate on a sleel BMX handlebar, simulated BMX tank, full-length chainguard, built-in kickstand, black BMX saddle and hot-shot mini- mudguards.

See the full 1981 Schwinn catalog.

1982

The BMX- inspired Schwinn Tornado, sporting number plate on a steel BMX handlebar, simulated BMX tank, full-length chainguard, built-in kickstand, black BMX saddle and hot-shot mini- mudguards.

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  • J32
  • Colors: Black with Yellow Trim

See the full 1982 Schwinn catalog.

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