Originally Posted by
TRaffic Jammer
from the wikisphere:
Bikes
Although a variety of bicycles are used in the movie, 1984-85 Raleigh USA roadbikes[1] are used throughout by notable players in the movie.
Kevin Bacon's bicycle is a singlespeeded '84 Raleigh Competition. While no differentiation is made in the film, at least three different configurations are seen on Bacon's bike during the movie: Fixed-gear, singlespeed, and outfitted with 0-degree trick forks during various scenes in Bacon's apartment. A possible freewheel is suggested early in the film when Bacon dismounts while in motion and a distinct clicking sound is heard until the bike stops moving.
A 1984/5 Raleigh Grand Prix is used for the opening chase sequence, and a 1984 or '85 Super Course makes a brief appearance in the opening credits.
As said, not an official track bike, you can tell with the braze-ons and cable guides.
Also, first scene montage of the bike, then him riding his bike, it appears both fixed and freewheeled. First shot of it in the shop is as fixed, then it appears fixed up until he's drinking the coffee. When the cab cuts him off, he coasts while correcting his route. Don't have to rely on the clicking sound.