Owen P’s Roadmaster Scorcher 10-Speed

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While we’re on the topic of department store gems, Owen P. offers up his FREE! Roadmaster Scorcher 10-Speed for our enjoyment.

1980s Roadmaster Scorcher 10-Speed

This is a Roadmaster Scorcher that I got for free at a garage sale. I believe it is from the mid 80s, but if someone has a more exact date, I would love to know just when it’s from. When I first found it, almost every piece of chrome had a layer of rust sitting on it. However, I steel wooled it, and was able to get most off. All it took to get it going was new tires and tubes, and some oil. Even though Roadmaster is not exactly the top of the line brand, this bike rides swiftly and smoothly, and has been no trouble at all. Compared to the mountain bike I was riding previously, this bike is like taking a breath of fresh air. It has Falcon derailleurs (front and rear), cottered cranks, and a lugged frame. I recently added a Pletscher rack, which I think fits the bike quite nicely. It’s paint job is this cool super-faded red, kinda orange, which, with the gumwalls, really looks great in the sun. It is by far my favorite bike and I love every minute spent riding it.

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  • BeaterRezQ

    Dude, that bike is beautiful!
    I would proudly ride that anytime, anywhere.
    Call me weird, but I love to pass the spandex brigade on bikes like yours.
    Ride On!

  • Anonymous

    Sweet!

  • Ryan Surface

    Free, Fun, Lugged, Stylin’, cool Name, what more can you ask for from and old Ten Speed ? Great find Owen.

  • Www Jenifernorman35

    Hello I think I have your answer..1987! I’m looking at mine now but its a womans bike. Same color and matchings to your pictures posted. Mine has the exsact date made. Do you know how/where I can appraise it? Email me at:www.jenifernorman35@yahoo.com

  • Www Jenifernorman35

    Hi, sorry, didn’t know if last message went thru. I can answer your question I’m sure. I have exsact 10spd but womans bike. Email me please I have a few questions for you

  • Owen P.

    Actually, I found that it’s an ’85 Roadmaster shortly after sending it in.

  • David G

    I have one for sale still in box brand new , 1980 10 speed RoadMaster Scorcher 508-542-8462

    • Kris

      Do you still have it?
      I have been looking for a scorcher for years
      My number is 319-938-2200. Please let me know if you still have it.