The Schwinn Fastback


1972 schwinn fastback

This page provides year by year images and info quoted from Schwinn catalogs for the Fastback from 1966 to 1976.

A new lightweight Sting-Ray, called the Fastback, was introduced in 1966 and quickly became the market's best seller. This 5-speed lightweight version of the Sting-Ray, combines the speed of a lightweight with the maneuverability of the Sting-Ray then adds 5-speed derailleur gears and a fast-acting Stik-Shift to achieve a wonderful new thrill in bike riding.

1966


Newest lightweight sports model for adults and teen-agers, designed by Schwinn.

1966 Schwinn fastback

What a ride! Here's the winning combination of lightweight. Speed and handling ease with Sting-Ray maneuver ability! You have to try it to believe it! The 5-speed gears make long trips and a breeze! Smart looking, too- another style leader by Schwinn.

Handlebar and saddle fully adjustable for the tallest rider, chrome plated fenders, front and rear caliper brakes, 20" x 1 2/3 nylon cor sports touring tires. Radiant Coppertone, Sky blue, violet, black.

  • H36 Sting-ray Fastback....$69.95
1966 Schwinn  9

New! 5-speed Stick shift. Works like sports car shift lever.




New! Sweeping Sting-Ray "fastback" handlebars for more comfort plus style.




New! 5-speer Sprint Derailleur 37 to 74 gear, to fast take-offs, car cruising on tan trips.

See the full 1966 Schwinn catalog.

1967


All new, with the swift, clean lines of true sports car styling!

1967 schwinn fastback stingray

For distance runs, for short hops, or for fun riding, the Schwinn Fastback is simply great! And now for 1967, there's a brand new one-the Ram's Horn-with the same thrilling performance and sporty new styling. Test ride one today!

5-speed Stik-Shift
5-speed Stik-Shift for sure quick starts and fast cruising speeds. Introducing the unique "Ram's Horn" handlebar. 5-speed derailleur, 37 to 74 gear, Silver Glow bucket saddle, front and rear caliper brakes, chrome plated fenders, Schwinn lightweight Slik rear tire, 20" x nylon sports touring front tire, Rat Trap pedals, all new "MAG" sprocket.
Colors: Coppertone, Sky Blue, Violet, Black.

  • H37-9 20" Ram's Horn Fastback Sting-Ray
1967 schwinn 17

See the full 1967 Schwinn catalog.

1968


Excitement is a Sting-Ray! and how there are many thrilling new Sting-Rays to choose from.

1968 schwinn fastback stingray and rams horn fastback

Sting-Ray Bikes For Boys

Every model is a true fun bike. Designed to give the rider a stirring combination of features for quick maneuvers, fast starts and short turns. THe Fastback combines the speed of a lightweight with the maneuverability to a Sting-Ray. Great for fun riding, distance runs, or for short hops.

Break away to new adventure. Exciting power through all ranges of gears. Quick-acting Stik-Shift with 5-speed derailleur gears. Fully adjustable handlebar and saddle to fit 5 or 6 foor rider. Schwinn Sting-Ray handlebars, bucket saddle, handbrakes, Schwinn 20" x 1 3/8" FastBack Slik rear tire, sports touring front tire, "MAG" sprocket. Colors: Campus Green, COppertone, SKy blue,black.

  • H36-9 20" Fastback Sting-Ray......$72.95

Schwinn Ram's Horn Fastback

The lightweight Sting-Ray that really loves to move. It's the bike with the sports car look. Equipped with latented 5-speed Stik-Shift, patented Schwinn Ram's Horn handlebar, "MAG" sprocket., bucket saddle, handbrakes, Schwinn 20" x 1 3/8" Slik rear tire, standard front tire, 5-speed derailleur, 37 to 74 gear. Colors: Campus green, Coppertone, sky blue, black.

  • H37-9 20" Ram's Horn FastBak Sting-Ray...........$74.95

See the full 1968 Schwinn catalog.

1969


Lightweight Sting-Ray bike. FUlly adjustable handlebar and bucket saddle to fit 5 or 6 foot rider.

1968 schwinn deluxe stingray, fastback ang stingray

A lightweight version of the Sting-Ray, called the Fastback was introduced in 1966 and quickly became a best seller. This is the 5-speed model that combines the easy pedaling of a lightweight with the maneuverability of the original Sting-Ray.
It also achieves an added thrill with the addition of 5-speed gears and a fast acting Stik-Shift gear shift. For distance rides, short hops, or for just plain riding fun, the Schwinn Fastback is great.

Sting-ray Bikes for Boys

Schwinn Slik rear tire, 20" x 1 3/8" sports touring front tire, "MAG" sprocket. Colors: Kool Lemon, Campus green, Red, sky blue. H36-9 Pictured.

  • H36-6 20" Fastback, coaster.................$61.95
  • H36-3 20" Fastback, 3-speed Stik-Shift......$76.95,
  • H36-9 20" Fastback, 5-speed Stik-Shift......$78.95

See the full 1969 Schwinn catalog.

1970


Lightweight Sting-Ray styling-fast and maneuverable!

1970 schwinn fastback, deluxe stingray and stingray

Sting-Ray bikes for Boys

Fully adjustable handlebar and new deep bucket saddle...Sport style Stik-Shift lever. Schwinn 20" x 1 3/8" Slik rear tire. 20" x 1 3/8" sports touring front tire. "MAG" sprocket. Colors: Lemon, Campus green, red, sky blue.

  • H36-6 Fastback, coaster.................$61.95
  • H36-3 Fastback, 3-speed Stik-Shift......$76.95
  • H36-9 Fastback, 5-speed Stik-Shift......$79.95

See the full 1970 Schwinn catalog.

1971


Lightweight, fast and maneuverable.

1971 schwinn fastback, deluxe stingray and stingray

Adjustable handlebar, and saddle... Stik-Shift 20" x 1 3/8" Slik rear and sports front tires. "MAG" sprocket. Colors: Lemon, Campus green, orange, sky blue.

  • H36-6 Fastback, coaster. ......$66.95
  • H36-3 Fastback, 3-speed ......$82.95
  • H36-9 Fastback, 5-speed ......$86.95

See the full 1971 Schwinn catalog.

1972


Lightweight styling, fast, and responsive.

1972 schwinn fastback

Adjustable handlebar and saddle. Stik-shift. 27" X 1 3/8" Slik rear and sports front tires. MAF sprocket.
Colors: Kool Lemon, Kool Orange, or Campus Green.

  • H36-6 Coaster Fastback ... $66.95
  • H36-9 5-speed Fastback ... $86.95

See the full 1972 Schwinn catalog.

1973


Sleek styling in a string carbon steel frame, fast, and responsive.

1973 schwinn fastback and stingray

Five-speed gears! Adjustable handlebar, and saddle...Stik-Shift 20" x 1 3/8" Slik rear and sports front tires. "MAG" sprocket. Colors: Kool Lemon or Sunset Orange. Wt. 39 lbs.

  • H36-9 5-speed Fastback. ......$92.95

See the full 1973 Schwinn catalog.

1974


Sleek Sting-Ray styling!

1974 schwinn fastback and fairlady 20

Strong carbon steel frame; quick and responsive performance. Five speed GT-120 gears. New handlebar and saddle. 20" x 1 3/8" tires. MAG sprocket.
Colors: Kool Lemon or Sunset Orange. Wt. 39 lbs.

  • H36-9 5-speed Fastback........

See the full 1974 Schwinn catalog.

1975


This is it! The responsive, quick and easy riding.

1975 schwinn stingray and fastback

Sleek Sting-Ray styling. Strong carbon steel frame; quick and responsive performance. Five speed GT-120 Schwinn-Approved derailleur. Handy handlebar mounted gear control. Adjustable handlebar and saddle 20" x 1 3/8" tires. MAG sprocket.
Colors: Sky blue or Flamboyant red. Wt. 39 lbs.

  • Schwinn 5-speed FastBack Model H36-9

See the full 1975 Schwinn catalog.

1976


Sleek Sting-Ray styling. Strong carbon steel frame, quick and responsive performance.

1976 schwinn stingray and fastback

Five speed GT-120 Schwinn-Approved derailleur. Handy handlebar mounted gear control. Adjustable handlebar and saddle 20" x 1 3/8" tires. MAG sprocket. Colors: Sky blue or Flamboyant red. Wt. 39 lbs.

  • Schwinn 5-speed FastBack Model H36-9

See the full 1976 Schwinn catalog.

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