The Schwinn Spitfire

1951 schwinn deluxe spitfire

This page provides year by year images and info quoted from Schwinn catalogs for the Spitfire from 1951 to 1979.

1951


Quality construction at a money-saving price!

1951 schwinn spitfire
  • Model D-24 26-inch
  • Model D-74 26-inch

A Sturdy, dependable Schwinn bike that will give years of pleasure

This unequipped Schwinn Spitfire is the ideal solution for those people who must consider price in choosing a bicycle. In this model, you get a full size, fully streamlined bicycle, constructed of dependable quality components throughout, that will stand up under years of service. Like all Schwinn bicycles, it carries the famous Schwinn Guarantee. For dependability and service, there is no better buy at this amazing low price!

Specifications

  • Frame Electro-forged, fully streamlined, made from Schwinn built tubing. Removable seat post clamp.
  • Fork Solid forged steel construction. No brazing.
  • Crank Set Drop forged from high carbon steel, triple heat treated cups and cones. Cones turned from fine grain steel, chrome steel balls, two point ball races.
  • Front Hub Schwinn built with removable bearing cups.
  • Rear Hub Standard coaster brake.
  • Head Set Schwinn built, tripple heat treated cups and cones, with chrome steel balls.
  • Handlebar Boy Scout.
  • Handlebar Stem Extension type.
  • Kickstand Detachable.
  • Fenders 3" Crescent.
  • Chain Guard Embossed design, secured directly to frame.
  • Tires Good Quality 26 x 2 1/8" cord balloon.
  • Rims Schwinn built, tubular, enameled S-2.
  • Saddle Standard, felt padded.
  • Pedals Schwinn approved.
  • Reflector 1 1/2" Jewel.
  • Shipping Weight D24, 54 pounds; D74, 54 pounds.
  • Colors Boys model, Light Red; Girls model, Light Blue.

Schwinn Deluxe Spitfire

A combination of trim lines, smart styling

1951 schwinn deluxe spitfire
  • Model D-25 26-inch
  • Model D-75 26-inch

A Schwinn value in an equipped bike at a price that is hard-to-beat!

You get lots of fine features and sturdy equipment when you choose the Schwinn Spitfire. This model includes streamlined tank, powerful headlight, chrome truss rods and sturdy luggage carrier with jeweled safety reflector.
Faultless Schwinn construction throughout means superior performance at all times. Remember too, it's protected by the Schwinn guarantee. There Spitfire is reasonably prices to fit any budget.

Specifications

  • Frame Electro-forged, fully streamlined, made from Schwinn built tubing. Removable seat post clamp.
  • Fork Solid forged steel construction with patented truss rods. No brazing.
  • Crank Set Drop forged from high carbon steel, triple heat treated cups and cones. Cones turned from fine grain bar steel, chrome steel balls, two point ball bearing races.
  • Front Hub Schwinn built with removable bearing cups.
  • Rear Hub Standard coaster brake.
  • Head Set Schwinn built, triple heat treated cups and cones, with chrome steel balls.
  • Handlebar Boy Scout.
  • Handlebar Stem Extension type.
  • Tank Spitfire design, fully streamlined.
  • Kickstand Detachable.
  • Fenders 3" Crescent.
  • Head light Torpado type.
  • Chain Guard Embossed design, secured directly to frame.
  • Tires Good Quality 26 x 2 1/8" cord balloon.
  • Rims Schwinn built, tubular, enameled S-2.
  • Saddle Standard, felt padded.
  • Pedals Schwinn approved.
  • Reflector 1 1/2" Jewel.
  • Shipping Weight D25, 61 pounds; D75, 60 pounds.
  • Colors Boys model, Light Red; Girls model, Light Blue.

Schwinn Spitfire 24"

Streamlined, quality-contstructed bike buy!

1951 schwinn spitfire
  • Model J-23 24-inch
  • Model J-73 24-inch

If price is important-here is the best quality bike obtainable at a low price

The 24-inch Spitfire is outstanding in its price class above any other bicycle. Designed to give growing youngster dependable service and many years of pleasure. They will find it easy pedalling, smooth riding

Like all Schwinn bicycles, it carries the famous Schwinn Guarantee. Through unequipped, it is Schwinn Quality Constructed to withstand hard wear, and give many years of satisfactory service

Schwinn Deluxe Spitfire 24"

Beautifully equipped 24-inch Juvenile model

1951 schwinn deluxe spitfire
  • Model J-29 24-inch
  • Model J-79 24-inch

The new Schwinn Deluxe Spitfire features quality equipment

A handsome, 24-inch model that's sure to be the choice of parents who want a sturdy, fully equipped bicycle for their boy and girl. Expertly designed for easy pedaling- better balance. Equipment includes built -in tank with electric horn, sturdy kickstand and chainguard, powerful headlight, and comfortable saddle. Beautiful baked-on enamel finish. Remember too, it's fully protected by the famous Schwinn Guarantee.

See this outstanding beauty today -- it's a home!

Schwinn Spitfire 20"

Smooth, easy riding for youngster 5 to 7!

1951 schwinn spitfire
  • Model J-20 20-inch
  • Model J-70 20-inch

A streamlined, easy pedalling bike that any boy or girl would be proud to own!

Here is the practical bike for 5 to 7 years olds. It's beautifully streamlined and finished in bright enamel to catch every eye.

All parts are of high quality materials, designed to stand up under the hard use they are sure to receive from active youngster - yet economically priced to fit the most limited budget. Equipped with streamlined chain guard, Schwinn tubular rims - plus all the Schhwinn quality features fully protected by the famous Schwinn Guarantee.

Schwinn Deluxe Spitfire 20"

A 20-inch beauty...fully equipped...low in price

1951 schwinn deluxe spitfire
  • Model J-26 20-inch
  • Model J-76 20-inch

A brand new model beautifully equipped and superbly made!

Smooth streamlined styling and famous Schwinn Quality construction make the Schwinn deluxe Spitfire an ideal bike for youngsters 5 to 7!

Popular deluxe equipment includes streamlined tank with built-in electric horn, powerful torpedo headlight, sturdy kickstand and chainguard. Fully protected by the Famous Schwinn Guarantee. Available in attractive color combinations. See this new beauty today- it's guaranteed to please any youngster.

See the full 1951 Schwinn catalog.

1953


Schwinn Spitfire for Boys 26"

A popular model for those who must consider price in choosing a bicycle.

1953 schwinn spitfire for boys and girls

In this model you get the famous Schwinn frame that will stand up under years of service. Like all Schwinn models- it carries the Schwinn Guarantee.

  • 26 inch model No. D-24

Schwinn Spitfire for Girls 26"

Sturdy, dependable and streamlined for smooth, easy riding. Made with all the Famous Schwinn Quality Features, too!- Guaranteed as-long-as-you-own-it. See this beauty at your dealer today. For dependability and service, there is no better buy.

  • 26 inch model No. D-74

A popular model for those who must consider price in choosing a bicycle.

Schwinn Deluxe Spitfire for Boys 26"

A beautifully styled bike with the famous Schwinn.

1953 schwinn deluxe spitfire for boys and girls

Quality features-at a popular price. Includes streamlined tank, chrome truss rods, headlight, sturdy luggage carrier and kickstand. Guaranteed As-Long-As-You-Own-It.

  • 26 inch model No. D-25.

Schwinn Deluxe Spitfire for Girls 26"

A combination of trim lines and smart styling! Fully equipped model includes streamlined tank, headlight, chrome truss rods and sturdy luggage carrier with jeweled safety reflector. Fully protected by the famous Schwinn Guarantee.

  • 26-inch model No. D-75

Schwinn Spitfire for Boys 7 to 10...

Designed to give growing youngster dependable service and many years of pleasure.

1953 schwinn spitfire and deluxe spitfire

Streamlined chainguard, sturdy kickstand and full width fenders. Like all Schwinn bicycles it carries the Famous Schwinn Guarantee.

  • Model No. J-73
  • 24 inch model No. J-23 girls

Schwinn Deluxe Spitfre for Boys 7 to 10...

A brand new, fully equipped model- expertly designed for easy pedaling. Equipment includes built-in tank with electric horn, sturdy kickstand and chainguard, powerful headlight, and comfortable saddle.

  • 24-inch model No. J-29
  • Girls model No. J-79

Every Schwinn Bike is Guaranteed As-Long-As-You-Own-It...

1953 schwinn bantam and spitfire

Schwinn Spitfire for Boys 4 to 7...

It's beautifully streamlined and finished in bright enamel to catch every eye. All parts are of high quality materials, designed to stand up under hard use. Equipped with chainguard and kickstand plus all the Schwinn Quality Feautes.

  • 20-inch model No. J-20
  • Girls Model No. J-70
1953 schwinn hornet and deluxe spitfire

Schwinn Deluxe Spitfire for Boys 4 to 7...

A brand new model beautifully equipped and superbly model Equipped with kickstand, built-in electric horn, powerful torpedo headlight, and streamlined chainguard. Fully protected byt the Famous Schwinn Guarantee.

  • 20 inch model No. J-26. Girls
  • Model No. J-76

See the full 1953 Schwinn catalog.

1954


Where price is important, the Schwinn Spitfire is a wise choice.

1954 schwinn spitfire

Includes extra-strong Schwinn frame and other exclusive quality features. Guaranteed As-Long-As-You-Own-It!

  • 26-inch size Boys D-11
  • 24-inch size Boys J-21
  • 20-inch size Boys J-31

Schwinn Spitfire Girls

  • 26-inch size Girls D-61
  • 24-inch size Girls J-71
  • 20-inch size Girls J-81

Sold-Only by factory-franchised Schwinn dealers- Parts and Service readily available.

Schwinn Spitfire Boys 16"

The Schwinn Spitfire...16 Inch
Safe and Sturdy for boys and girls 3 to 5... detachable Cycle Aids

1954 schwinn spitfire girls

For beginners is safe and sturdy, a 16" scaled-down model with the same Quality Features so famous in larger Schwinn Bicycles. Equipped with coaster brake, semi-pneumatic tires and cycle aid.

  • 16-inch size Boys J-45

Schwinn Spitfire Girls 16"

  • 16-inch size Girls J-95

See the full 1954 Schwinn catalog.

1955


When price is important, the Schwinn Spitfire is the ideal choice.

1955 Schwinn Spitfire
  • Boys 26-inch Model D11
1955 Schwinn Spitfire Models

Here is a dependable quality bicycle at low cost, fully guaranteed by Schwinn to give lasting satisfaction as long as you own it!

SPECIFICATIONS

FRAME- Schwinn balloon double bar, girls balloon.
FORK- Forged.
RIMS- Schwinn tubular S2, enameled.
TIRES- Shwinn Typhoon.
KICKSTAND- Detachable.
COLORS- Spitfire red, blue or green.

MODELS

Shipping Weight lbs.
BOYS GIRLS SIZE DESCRIPTION BOYS/GIRLS

  • D11 D61 26-inch Spitfire 54 54
  • J21 J71 24-inch Spitfire 49 49
  • J31 J81 20-inch Spitfire 41 41 1/2

See the full 1955 Schwinn catalog.

1956


Where price is important, the Schwinn Spitfire is a wise choice.

1956 schwinn spitfire

Includes extra-strong Schwinn frame, tubular rims and other exclusive quality features. Guaranteed Long-As-You-Own-It.

Colors: Spitfire red, blue or green.

  • Boys and girls 26", 24" and 20" models.

See the full 1956 Schwinn catalog.

1957


A feature-packed middleweight model!

1957 schwinn deluxe hornet and boys spitfire

A top-quality beginner's bike!
Fast-roll 1.75 Middleweight tires
Coaster brake
Schwinn Cantilever frame
Shown in Boys' 20 Model
Also girls' 20" model and boys' and girls' 24" and 26" models
Training wheels optional

Colors: Spitfire red or blue, Florida green, Also black enamel.

Schwinn Spitfire Girls'

1957 schwinn wasp and girls spitfire

Schwinn's top-flight styling at a price to suit every purse!
1.75 Middleweight tires
coaster brake
schwinn double-bar frame
boys and girls 20" 24" and 26" models

Colors: Spitfire red or blue, Florida green also black enamel.

See the full 1957 Schwinn catalog.

1960


Schwinn styling. Cantilever frame. Two-tone saddle.

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Spitfire red or black enamel.

  • 26" coaster brake ....... $46.95
  • 24" coaster brake ....... $44.95
  • 20" coaster brake ....... $41.95

Schwinn Spitfire Girls'

Schwinn styling. Choice of color. Two-tone saddle.

1960-schwinn-spitfire

Spitfire blue, white and powder blue, white and rose.

  • 26" coaster brake .. $46.95
  • 24" coaster brake .. $44.95
  • 20" coaster brake .. $41.95

See the full 1960 Schwinn catalog.

1961


Schwinn styling. Cantilever frame. Two-tone saddle.

1961-spitfire-boys

Spitfire red or black enamel.

  • 26" coaster brake ....... $46.95
  • 24" coaster brake ....... $44.95
  • 20" coaster brake ....... $41.95

Schwinn Spitfire Girls'

Schwinn styling. Choice of color. Two-tone saddle.

1961 Schwinn Spitfire

Spitfire blue, white and powder blue, white and rose.

  • 26" coaster brake .. $46.95
  • 24" coaster brake .. $44.95
  • 20" coaster brake .. $41.95

See the full 1961 Schwinn catalog.

1965


Combination Baby Seat and Carrier

1965 spitfire

More fun the whole family. A convenient carrier when folded. A quick lift and a snap of the positive locking device turns it into a safe seat for baby. Ideal for children up to 4 years f age. easily installed on any full size lightweight bike...$9.95

See the full 1965 Schwinn catalog.

1977


A new bicycling idea from Schwinn that combines Schwinn strength and durability in an agile bike that goes anywhere that bikes can go.

1977 schwinn spitfire
  • Schwinn Spitfire Model CC7-6............$118.95

Ideal too for industrial and commercial use where a bicycle built to take it is important. All that and more.... that's what the Schwinn Spitfire is made for, adding new places to ride.... new things to do. Charge off on the rugged Spitfire, to the beach, camp grounds, a long secondary scenic roads and paths.

Ride to those often missed places away from the everyday crowd, to the little explored hideaways and by-ways. The Schwinn Spitfire makes it easy with its strong Schwinn middleweight design and electro-forgedframe. Knobby whitewall tires not only add to its attractive appearance, but they help assure a better ride on carying surfaces.

Sturdy Schwinn construction, and the simple and sure operation of a positive action single speed coaster brake, plus the comfort of the heavy duty padded saddle make the Spitfire one of the most versatile ideas in bikes today. Rick looking and long lasting Schwinn colors, too!

Specifications

  • Frame: Heavy duty, Schwinn electro-forged cantilever style frame.
  • Frame Finish: Flamboyant red, Sky blue, black.
  • Wheels: 26" x 2.125" Schwinn tubular balloon rims.
  • Tires: 26" x 2.125" balloon knobby whitewall.
  • Handlebar and Stem: Chrome plated handlebar and hot forged steel stem.
  • Crankset: One-piece, heat treated forged steel.
  • Pedals: Block style reflectorized.
  • Brake: Bendix coaster brake.
  • Saddle: Black heavy duty, padded.
  • Weight: 44 1/2 lbs.

Note: Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

See the full 1977 Schwinn catalog.

1978


Cantilever frame design.

1978 schwinn spitfire and heavy duti

Forged steel crank.
Spring cushion saddle.
Full length chainguard.

  • Model CC7-6....$124.95

Colors: Flamboyant red, black.

Versatile bike that goes anywhere that bikes can go. Ideal too for industrial and commercial use where a sturdy bicycle is important. Charge off on the rugged Spitfire to the beach, campgrounds, or secondary scenic roads.

Strong Schwinn-built electro-forged frame, heat-treated steel crank. 26" x 2.125" balloon knobby whitewall tires help assure a better ride on varying surfaces. Positive action coaster brake. Weight: 45 lbs.

See the full 1978 Schwinn catalog.

1979


Schwinn Balloon and Middleweight Models

1979 schwinn spitfire

These new Schwinn Spitfire models are modern-day balloon tire bikes with Schwinn's sturdy electro-forged cantilever frame, spring cushion saddles, tubular steel rims and many other smooth-riding Schwinn quality features. Choice of 26-inch wheel sizes in Spitfire I coaster brake models.

Schwinn Spitfire 5-speed

Here's a whole new cycling sport- cruising!

1979 schwinn spitfire 5 speed
  • CC5-5, 5-speed 26-inch wheels
  • CC7-6, Coaster 26-inch wheels
  • CC1-6, Coaster 24-inch wheels

"Cruising" began along the beaches in California when outdoor enthusiasts discovered the fun of riding their "old" balloon tire bikes along the water's edge. The sport soon spread and today the reliable balloon tire bike is back in demand as a sport bike for riding on sand, off-the-road trails or around town- almost anywhere you'd want to go.

Spitfire V has hand brakes with 5-speed derailleur gears for easier pedaling. All have 2.125 inch wide balloon tires. Weight 45 pounds.

Assembled and fitted, ready to ride....

  • 5-speed....$169.95
  • coaster models....$136.95

Colors: Cardinal red, sky blue, black sable.

See the full 1979 Schwinn catalog.

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