Schwinn Krate / Muscle Bike Collection - April 2020

Some things have changed in the size of my collection so I wanted to do an update video. I show what Krates I’ve kept, changes I’ve made, and answer a few frequently asked questions.

Thanks for the view!

[surge]

I had a green krate with a high sissy bar on it when I was a kid. In 1972 a friend of the family gave it to me…I was 11…I left it outside…it was stolen…I only had it for a few days..today yeah I own a 1970 Chevelle my dream car..but I’ll always remember the chopper I had as a kid…it lead to a lot of motorcycles in my life also.

[tklykun]

I have a BRAND NEW ORIGINAL 1970 Cotton Picker 5speed NEVER EVER been ridden it has never rolled on concrete . Over the years when I move it I carry it and walk it only on carpet. It has the tool kit bag, Stingray speedometer and headlight, the triple horn, baseball bat holder that is still in the box . Streamers, rear reflector (2) sets of pedals w/and w/o the mandatory reflectors . I figure its the only brand new Cotton Picker in the world. It still has the paper warranty and info tag hanging on it. Around 20 years ago I changed the inner tubes because the original ones to my surprise disintegrated . Its in my bedroom closet under a custom cover. I appreciate your passion for these bikes and I want you to know that you never know what can turn up unexpectantly . In 1970 I was in high school and driving a 6 year old corvette that I bought from a Chevy dealership for $1800.I hope your Mopar project is progressing well stay safe and God bless.

[highschoolhockeyminnesota]

First time seeing the rear disc brake. That is so rad!

[tonyengland]

Schwinn had over 15 options in shop for this bike. Love them.

[ReddingCT]

Starting Line ups are a must. Good Call on not depleting one of every make. These are tru icons. Good Job

[thomasmoje]

Great collection. I didn't know color-coordinated tires were available..really cool. And I wondered why the 'Krate re-issues' do not have the derailleur rear end with the frame-mount stick shift until I found out the stick shift was 'outlawed' some years ago. (lawsuit paranoia?) Just picked up a Schwinn Classic Sting Ray Schwinn 125th Anniversary edition: blue/silver with the dished white sparkle/blue 'S' logo with racing stripe seat. When I was a kid many years ago the Schwinn Sting Ray was 'the' bike to have (especially the Fast Back and Krate versions) and this adult is a kid again after many years of wanting a Schwinn Sting Ray. The Krate re-issue by Pacific Cycle is pretty cool but too rich for my taste so I settled for the plain Sting Ray version..fun to bop around town on.

[wesleysept]

1972 was the year I was born. I'd really like that lemon peeler! Any of them really, but that lemon peeler forget about it deadly!

[cnnw]

Today, I have a Schwinn Apple Krate. It's my red 2023 Kawasaki Z125. Thank you very much.

[stuartb]

68 Charger...very cool project 😎
Are you posting any videos of her?

[BigBishop]

i still have a blue 70 5 speed with krate springer and 16 inch drum brake basically a blue krate

[mortonbeard]

A balled-up piece of aluminum foil will allow you to clean your chrome of some of that rust.

[jhnfrrguto]

Excellent video. Vary informative. You answered all my questions before I even a asked them. Thanks.

[edwinthompson]

If you don't mind I would like your opinion; What ballpark value would you put on an original Grey Ghost -- everything is original, chrome is clean, paint is darn nice. I am like you, I like it original, and this one I am looking at is as nice as the one on Ebay now that they are asking $6K for ( I hope he gets it!) -- thanks, I appreciate your input.

[GoodTimeBikes]

What kind of car did you buy? It would be nice to see a video on the car! Hoping to see some new videos from ya in the warm season this year 👍🏼

[delta]

Great bike collection! I'm old school and grew up in the 70s and love the Krate bikes. I have a question, what would you estimate the value of these bikes (each) in today's market? (2020)

[jebbthetrainkid]

Hello. Can you tell me where you got the Colored Slicks at? Thank you very much.

[rays]

What is the thing that looks like a sleeve of gray foam that’s wrapped around the down tube just below where it meets with the head tube? I see it on a lot of bikes and I just don’t know what it is. Thanks!

[johnwilkerson]

Looking for a 68, thru 72' stingray krate had one as a kid in the mid 70s love your bikes

[dkcarroll]

Will you make a video on your early stuff?

[yungsone]

I have a red apple krate I got from a sale. It came with rear brakes is that original or not?