1983 Schwinn Frontier 24" Kids MTB Bike Hardtail Rigid Pink Steel Step-Thru Cafe
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About this product
The 1983 Schwinn Frontier Kids MTB Bike is a vintage 24" hardtail mountain bike designed for girls, featuring a rigid steel step-thru frame in pink. This model offers 21 speeds with derailleur gears and trigger shifters, 24-inch clincher tires, and cantilever brakes. Equipped with a riser bar, adjustable seat, and kickstand, it provides a classic off-road experience for younger riders, weighing 30 lbs.
Our take
This 1983 Schwinn Frontier is a fun, vintage kids' mountain bike, perfect for a young rider who appreciates a classic. The pink steel step-thru frame is distinctly 80s and practical for easy mounting. With 21 speeds and trigger shifters, it offers a good range for varied terrain, which is impressive for a kids' bike from that era. At 30 lbs, it’s fairly sturdy, as expected from a steel frame. While it lacks modern suspension, the rigid design is simple and reliable. It’s a great option for light trail riding or cruising with a touch of retro style.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Vintage 1983 model year
- 21 speeds for varied terrain
- Steel step-thru frame
- Includes adjustable seat and kickstand
- 24-inch wheel size
Cons
- No suspension
- Heavy at 30 lbs
Specifications
- Handlebar Type Riser Bar
- Wheel Size 24 in
- Item Length 40 in
- Number of Speeds 21 Speed
- Vintage Yes
- Department Girls
Show all 24 specifications
- Model Year
- 1983
- Item Height
- 36 in
- Features
- Adjustable Seat, Kickstand
- Item Width
- 12 in
- Bike Type
- Kids Bike
- Color
- Pink
- Tire Type
- Clincher Tires
- Material
- Steel
- Brand
- Schwinn
- Custom-Built
- No
- Brake Type
- Cantilever Brake
- Suspension Type
- No Suspension
- Model
- Frontier
- Shifter Style
- Trigger Shifter
- Gear Change Mechanism
- Derailleur Gears
- Item Weight
- 30 Ib
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Frame Size
- 15 in