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Hello All,I just found this site today. I have what I believe is a ’95 Homegrown Factory Suspesion XT that has had some changes. People I have run into have referred to it as an S-10 or S-20, but most have no idea what it is. Until today, I didn’t know what it was other than a Schwinn Homegrown. I bought the bike pretty much as is about 8 years ago for a good price from a friend who told me it was a ’98 team frame, and that he had raced it. I was just getting into MTBing at that time, and didn’t know much about them (Honestly, I still don’t). I knew it was way more bike than I needed at the time, but it was a good price. Things changed in my life, and I never made full use of the bike or even really knew what it was. I just went back to school this semester and pulled it out for commuting (poor bike deserves better). I found that the rear shock was leaking fluid and the drivetrain is all screwy. That led to some research to find out if it was worth pouring some money into. I think I have decided that it is!
I believe my buddy raced it, but after looking at photos, I don’t believe it is a ’98.
Here is a link to some photos:
http://homepage.mac.com/vance.green/homegrown/Maybe you guys can help me clear it up. I don’t really know much about the history, but I was under the impression that my buddy (more of an acquaintance I guess) had bought it new from Schwinn as a member of the team, or a team sponsored by Schwinn or something of that nature. The rear shock (now a broken Fox air of some sort), saddle, stem, and handlebar have definitely been changed. I believe the fork is original, but with out the dustboots, and it has been converted to a coil spring system. The shifters are Grip Shift, and most everything else is XT.
As you can see, the bike has been beat on. Not by me, other than leaving it in a garage for a few years. I want to get back into MTBing, but don’t have much cash. I can’t really do much on it with a dead rear shock, and from what I understand, nobody makes a shock that fits anymore. Does anyone know if Fox air shocks are rebuildable? It still holds air, but makes noise when I first get on it if it has sat for more than an hour. Is it totally dead?
Eventually, I would like to really put this bike back together the way it deserves, but for now, I need to get working on the really cheap.
Anyway, I would love to know more about this bike and hear some suggestions about the rear shock if anyone has any.
Thanks so much, great site.
Please feel free to correct me anywhere you see an error! All of the above is guessing from what I learned today.
the rear shock should be salvageable, it probably just needs new seals. Cane Creek does still make a shock that fits these frames, but it doesn’t fall into the “really cheap” category. they will build you a cloud nine shock to fit for $349. they also have a nifty upgrade program where they will knock $100 off the price if you trade in an old shock (any manufacturer) when you buy a new one.
Based on the rear triangle design and the smaller pivot, it seems to be a 1995. The pivot size was increased for 1996 and used in a different configuration.
Thanks everyone. I found a link with instructions to rebulid the fox shock. Looks like I just need a seal kit for $10. That’s a relief. Does anyone know the approximate weight of the bike? I’m in the middle of an argument with a friend who works at a bike shop. He thinks the bike is extremely outdated and that I should junk it. He thinks I should just buy an entry level hardtail. I like ths bike and it’s rarity. I need some ammunition to convince him other wise. He seemed impressed when I told him the rear suspension had 3.5 inches of travel and reminded him who designed it, but he assumes the bike is heavy. I use to pick up full suspension bikes anytime I was in a shop and rarely found one I thought was lighter than mine, but never knew the weight.
Also, my rear cassette and chain have seen better days, and I was contemplating a build kit from pricepoint, any suggestions?
Thanks again guys.
Tell him, it’s my bike, screw you, I’ll ride it if I want to.
Why do the bikes have to change if the dirt stays the same?
I refuse to buy any newer production bike. They are all made in China and Tiawan. Homegrowns are made in America, period. Id rather ride an outdated American made Homegrown purchased off ebay for 500 bucks then buy a 2000 dollar bike made in China.
Hey Vandal. I have the same full suspension Schwinn Homegrown. I bought it new in 1995 and I have been its caregiver ever since. It’s in great condition and all original except for the pedals… I switched from the clips to platforms (I’m getting old). I don’t ride it very often, but I can’t bring myself to sell it. Just wanted to share. I don’t know how to post a pic… sorry.
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