1960s Sears Spyder 20” Muscle Bike finished in a beautiful metallic purple factory paint and built by Murray of Ohio, one of the major American bicycle manufacturers of the era.
This is a fantastic survivor from the golden age of muscle bikes, inspired by the popularity of the Schwinn Sting-Ray. The Sears Spyder models were sold through the Sears catalog and department stores and are now sought after by collectors of 1960s banana seat bikes and vintage American BMX predecessors.
This bike retains many original components including the rare Fast One front tire, Komet coaster brake hub, Murray rear rim, and original Spyder chain guard.
The bike presents extremely well for its age and shows honest patina consistent with a true survivor.
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Highlights
• Original metallic purple Sears Spyder frame
• Built by Murray of Ohio (M.O.)
• Original Fast One front tire – rare survivor
• Komet coaster brake hub
• Rear rim stamped M.O. Murray of Ohio
• Classic banana seat with rear sissy bar
• Vintage Sears Stingray-style rear tire (period replacement)
• Original Spyder chain guard
• 20” wheels
A great candidate for light preservation, display, or a careful rider restoration.
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Item Specifics
Condition
Vintage survivor condition.
• Original paint with scratches, wear, and patina from age
• Chrome shows oxidation and age-related wear
• Seat has no tears, but vinyl is pulling slightly from the seat pan and will need to be stretched back into place
• Small break in seat piping visible
• Rear sissy bar shows surface rust
• Tires hold shape but may be original/vintage and should be inspected before riding
Overall this is a very honest and complete survivor example from the 1960s.
Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description.
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Why It Matters
1960s muscle bikes represent one of the most iconic periods in American bicycle history. Inspired by drag racing culture and motorcycles, bikes like the Sears Spyder featured:
• Banana seats
• Tall sissy bars
• High-rise handlebars
• Bold metallic colors
Many were heavily ridden or modified, making original survivor examples increasingly difficult to find.
This bike captures the look and spirit of the Schwinn Sting-Ray era, but with the unique style of Sears catalog bicycles built by Murray.
