Description
A remarkably complete 1985 Schwinn Voyageur SP in Midnight Blue, owned by the same rider since new and very well maintained.
This is the kind of vintage touring bicycle that is increasingly difficult to find: not merely an old frame fitted with later components, but a coherent bicycle retaining its period equipment, accessories, and character. The paint and components show honest use and age, but the bicycle presents beautifully as a complete 1980s touring machine.
Specifics
Year: 1985
Make: Schwinn
Model: Voyageur SP
Size: 54cm / approximately 21"
Color: Midnight Blue
Frame: Columbus Tenax custom-blend double-butted chromoly main tubes
Fork: Tange chromoly touring fork
Ownership: One owner
Condition: Very good vintage condition with normal cosmetic wear from age and use
The frame includes the practical details expected of a dedicated touring bicycle: rack and fender provisions, generous tire clearance, and three bottle-cage positions.
Components
This bicycle retains an unusually complete collection of its period equipment:
Drivetrain: Suntour XC long-cage rear derailleur; Suntour Mountech front derailleur; Suntour New Superbe Pro downtube shifters
Crankset: Sugino TAT forged-alloy triple, 30/46/50T
Freewheel: Suntour New Winner 5-speed, 14–28T
Brakes: Dia-Compe 981 cantilevers
Cockpit: Cinelli 64-40 alloy handlebar and Cinelli 1/A stem
Wheels: Super Champion Model 58 rims with Performance front hub
Saddle: Avocet Touring I
Pedals: SR alloy pedals with toe clips and leather straps
Touring equipment: Blackburn USA racks, full fenders, and bottle cages
The saddle, bar covering, decals, paint and alloy components all show varying degrees of age and use; please use the detailed photographs as part of the condition description.
Why It Matters
The Voyageur SP comes from an era when a serious touring bicycle was designed as a complete system. The triple crank, wide-range gearing, cantilever brakes, long-cage derailleur, racks, fenders and multiple bottle mounts all serve the same purpose: carrying a rider and gear comfortably over long distances.
What makes this particular example interesting is its completeness. Forty years later, many Voyageurs have been stripped, converted, repainted or assembled from components spanning several decades. This one still tells a remarkably coherent story.
It would make a wonderful choice for someone looking for a classic steel touring bicycle to ride, an enthusiast who appreciates period Suntour and Japanese components, or a Schwinn collector looking for a particularly complete Voyageur SP.
About The Whistle Bike Shop
The Whistle Bike Shop is an independent bicycle shop in Pittsburgh specializing in thoughtful service, repair, and interesting bicycles—new and old.
Our vintage bicycles are evaluated as bicycles first. We look closely at the frame, components, mechanical condition and the integrity of the complete machine, with the goal of accurately representing what you're buying.
This Voyageur SP is being offered through the shop on behalf of its original owner.
