The Schwinn Volare


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There is a new Schwinn-Approved Volare for the devoted cyclist who wants a fine precision machine. This page provides year by year images and info quoted from Schwinn catalogs for the Volare from 1977 to 1978.

1977


A new 1977 Super-Lite Schwinn bicycle designed for the discriminating cyclist who demands a level of riding perfection usually found in the world's most expressive and expensive bicycles.

1977 schwinn approved volare

Starting with a lug frame designed by Schwinn's own cycling engineers and fabricated with traditional Reynolds 531 double butted tubing, right down to the smallest detail of construction. Carefully selected components, "tuned" for the best, work responsive performance. A fine choice in bicycles for the rider who appreciates the difference.

  • Schwinn-Approved Volare 21" frame. Model VL-1......$495.00
  • Schwinn-Approved Volare 23" frame. Model VL-3......$495.00

Specification

Frame: Schwinn designed diamond style of Reynolds 531 double-butted tubing. Fork crown and 6" of front and rear fork tips chrome plated.
Frame Finish: Scarlet or Pearlescent Orange.
Wheels: Araya Aluminum alloy 700x28C rims. Dura-Ace large flange quick release hubs. Double butted stainless steel spokes.
Tires: Schwinn Super 700C high pressure tires and tubes.
Handlebar and Stem: Custom road racing style aluminum alloy handlebar and forged alloy stem, recessed bolt.
Crankset: Full Dura-Ace equipment throughout. Cotterless 3-piece 42-52 sprocket. 6 3/4" crank arms.
Pedals: Rattrap with reflectors, toe clips and straps.
Derailleurs and Gears: Shimano Crane rear and Dura-Ace front. Dura-Ace gold color 14-16-18-21-24 combination rear cluster.
Brakes: Dura-Ace side pull.
Saddle and Seatpost: Seamless racing style with nylon base. 27.2 mm seatpost.
Weight: Approximately 25 lbs., depending on frame size.

Note: Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

See the full 1977 Schwinn catalog.

1978


Fully lugged frame.

1978 schwinn approved volare

Reynolds no. 532 double butted tubing.
Aluminum alloy wheels.
10-speed road racing gears.

  • Models VL-1 (21" frame)....$579.95
  • Models VL-3 (23" frame)....$579.95
  • Models VL-5 (25" frame)....$579.95

Colors: Scarlet, Pearl Orange.

Specification

Frame: Schwinn designed diamond style of Reynolds 531 double-butted tubing. Fork crown and 6" of front and rear fork tips chrome plated.
Wheels: Aluminum alloy 700x28C rims. Dura-Ace large flange quick release hubs. Double butted stainless steel spokes. Schwinn Super 700C high pressure tires.
Handlebar: Custom road racing style aluminum alloy.
Stem: Forged alloy with recessed bolt.
Crankset: Dura-Ace, Cotterless alloy, 170 mm crankarms.
Derailleurss: Dura-Ace front ad rear.
Gears: Dura-Ace 42-52 front. Dura-Ace gold color 14-16-18-21-24 freewheel.
Brakes: Dura-Ace side pull.
Pedals: Pro-Ace alloy rattrap with toe clips and straps.
Saddle: Seamless racing style with nylon base. 27.2 mm seatpost.
Weight: Approximately 25 lbs.

Note: Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.

See the full 1978 Schwinn catalog.

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