J.C. Higgins 3-speed bikes were primarily produced during the 1950s and 1960s. J.C. Higgins was a brand sold by the Sears, Roebuck and Company, and the bikes were often made by various manufacturers for Sears. The 3-speed models were particularly popular during this era, catering to consumers looking for versatile and practical bicycles.
1948
when was this model made and what is the value of one
Sears used the JC Higgins name on firearms from the 1940s until 1961.
http://www.histandard.info/PDF/Sears%20Shotguns.pdf
The j.c. higgins model 103.228 was made in the early 1950s. Most likely in 1950 as the 103.229 model was made in 1951.
generally a racing BMX is built for speed, hence they are made lighter than normal bikes and also have a bigger sprocket witch enables the driver( back sprocket) to go faster.
norco bikes made in Canada
probably in taiwan where most bikes are made
Late 50s early sixties
Shozo Kawasaki made dirt bikes.
The Ideal Bikes Factory is made in Patra,Greece
Racing bikes are so different from your conventional bike in many ways. They are made to be a lot lighter than the average bike you see today and are made for speed. Racing bikes are fitted with minimum components the gears can range from 18 gears to 30 gears.