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1997 Schwinn Searcher Transit

Velopedia Archive ID 64346

Overview

Model year1997
BrandSchwinn
ModelSearcher Transit
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID64346
Original MSRP$279.95
ColorsGreen, purple
Sizes16", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 19"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialHi-tensile steel
ForkSchwinn
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Tourney TY-30
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-30, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Tourney TY-22
CranksetShimano Tourney TY-21, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracketChin Haur CH-48, 122.5 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC SS-71S, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-893

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Chin Haur CH90
HandlebarMeng Jing steel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung MTS 309
SaddleViscount 5901
SeatpostSteel, 26.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Formula FM 31, Rear: Formula FM 11
RimsAlex TP-18F, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 38c Kenda K-180
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube569 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Wheelbase1046.5 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.