All of these are in like new condition, which would be a better cruiser around town?
10-18-11, 07:11 PM
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All of these are in like new condition, which would be a better cruiser around town?
Which one would be a better cruiser for around town riding? The olive green AMF Voyager is a beauty, but I don't know much about AMF bicycles. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also, the red Schwinn Racer is quite a "looker".
1) Schwinn Racer 3 spd (Red) with Front Light
2) AMF Voyager (Olive) 1 spd with Generator front and back light
3) Schwinn Suburban 5 spd
4) Schwinn Typhoon black
5) Schwinn World Tourist maroon 10 speed
My other bike is a 86 Centurion Elite RS road bike.
1) Schwinn Racer 3 spd (Red) with Front Light
2) AMF Voyager (Olive) 1 spd with Generator front and back light
3) Schwinn Suburban 5 spd
4) Schwinn Typhoon black
5) Schwinn World Tourist maroon 10 speed
My other bike is a 86 Centurion Elite RS road bike.
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I'd avoid anything with an AMF label on it. The Typhoon would be cool if it is vintage - if new, I'd pass.
Of the one's listed, I'd pick either the Racer or the Suburban...... probably the Suburban because of the drive train.
Of the one's listed, I'd pick either the Racer or the Suburban...... probably the Suburban because of the drive train.
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Schwinn Racer, just coool. Vary retro.
10-18-11, 08:19 PM
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I'd probably go with the suburban. I would have chosen the World Tourist, but if you already have a road bike, you probably want something more relaxed for about town.
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The 5 speed Suburban is like a cross between a Continental, and a Raleigh Sports. A good cruiser (but no lightweight!)
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If you want a bomb-proof bike for all terrains, go with the Typhoon. Got any pictures?
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Looks like it is may be too late to chime in, but what the heck. I would go with the Racer. Three speed SA drive train, hand brakes and style. The only one on the list I would avoid is the AMF, having had a few quickly pass through my hands and knowing the quality is nowhere near Schwinn standards.
10-19-11, 05:13 AM
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It's not too late, I will only go see the bikes on Saturday most likely. Thanks everyone that replied so far, I will have to decide between the Schwinn Racer and the Suburban most likely. I will post some pictures as soon as possible.
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