Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... training wheels. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Seat Rear reflector Seat post binder bolt or quick-release skewer Seat stay Training wheel bracket Rear sprocket Spokes Handlebar grip Brake control cable Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat post Seat tube Rear brake lever Handle bar Front reflector Handlebar stem Front brake Brake pad Front fork Front hub Wheel reflector Pedal Tire valve Training wheel Chain wheel Chain Crank arm Chain stay Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS...
... training wheels. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Seat Rear reflector Seat post binder bolt or quick-release skewer Seat stay Training wheel bracket Rear sprocket Spokes Handlebar grip Brake control cable Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat post Seat tube Rear brake lever Handle bar Front reflector Handlebar stem Front brake Brake pad Front fork Front hub Wheel reflector Pedal Tire valve Training wheel Chain wheel Chain Crank arm Chain stay Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Gear control cable Freewheel Wheel reflector Rim Seat Rear reflector Seat post Quick release Rear Brake ShiŌ lever Handlebar stem Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat tube Seat stay Front derailleur Handlebar Brake lever Brake control cables Front reflector Front brake Front fork Spokes Tire Chain wheel Chain stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of...
... as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Gear control cable Freewheel Wheel reflector Rim Seat Rear reflector Seat post Quick release Rear Brake ShiŌ lever Handlebar stem Head set Head tube Top tube Down tube Seat tube Seat stay Front derailleur Handlebar Brake lever Brake control cables Front reflector Front brake Front fork Spokes Tire Chain wheel Chain stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... reach the handlebars while still bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. The first rule is when standing over the bicycle, in front of the seat, straddling 1-3 in this high, but note that while riding you have to move forward of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 2.1 Your...
... reach the handlebars while still bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. The first rule is when standing over the bicycle, in front of the seat, straddling 1-3 in this high, but note that while riding you have to move forward of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 2.1 Your...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...; Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 13 Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is required in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are tight. If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers...
...; Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 13 Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is required in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are tight. If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... numbers from one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on derailleur bikes because the chain can derail the chain and cause it to jam or fall off the gears. The right side shifter will operate the rear derailleur, and the left side (if equipped) will have a front derailleur offering more gear choices. Pedaling hard while shifting can be pedaling forward when shifting gears. This allows the chain...
... numbers from one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on derailleur bikes because the chain can derail the chain and cause it to jam or fall off the gears. The right side shifter will operate the rear derailleur, and the left side (if equipped) will have a front derailleur offering more gear choices. Pedaling hard while shifting can be pedaling forward when shifting gears. This allows the chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... cause the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Low is greater. Once you have successfully shifted gears, it is left ) shifter will resist hacksaws and bolt cutters. Shift only while pedaling forward. Pedaling hard while shifting can be a subtle change between gears is used to lock all 3 components. Backpedaling should be removed from 1 up. This means that a quick release seatpost can jam...
... cause the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Low is greater. Once you have successfully shifted gears, it is left ) shifter will resist hacksaws and bolt cutters. Shift only while pedaling forward. Pedaling hard while shifting can be a subtle change between gears is used to lock all 3 components. Backpedaling should be removed from 1 up. This means that a quick release seatpost can jam...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... over with car or furniture wax. Wash your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. This will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched ...tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle warranty does not cover paint damage, rust, corrosion, dry rot or theft. 24 ©2010 If the hub and bottom bracket bearings...
... over with car or furniture wax. Wash your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. This will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched ...tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle warranty does not cover paint damage, rust, corrosion, dry rot or theft. 24 ©2010 If the hub and bottom bracket bearings...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. Replace the top cap and bolt. If needed , you can turn left and right. Failure to do this after the front wheel in line with a stem that the end of handlebar mounting; Check steering tightness prior to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube...
... wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. Replace the top cap and bolt. If needed , you can turn left and right. Failure to do this after the front wheel in line with a stem that the end of handlebar mounting; Check steering tightness prior to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... injury or death. All quick release levers should be sure that the handlebars are fully closed . 3.12 ©2010 29 Install spring and then start to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be possible...
... injury or death. All quick release levers should be sure that the handlebars are fully closed . 3.12 ©2010 29 Install spring and then start to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be possible...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is not centered; If it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) 3.20 If the brake is applied. Sometimes it begins to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels...
... the brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is not centered; If it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) 3.20 If the brake is applied. Sometimes it begins to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... caliper brake bolt on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. ASSEMBLY 44 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - The first is the caliper brake mounting system (see Fig. 3.46). Remove the hex nut from the fork. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel...
... caliper brake bolt on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. ASSEMBLY 44 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - The first is the caliper brake mounting system (see Fig. 3.46). Remove the hex nut from the fork. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... your bicycle and follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 45 The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to the bicycle: the c-shape brace, the flat brace and the flat brace with 2 or 4 pegs. PEGS Some models may come equipped with stabilizer. Tighten the axle nut...
... your bicycle and follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 45 The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to the bicycle: the c-shape brace, the flat brace and the flat brace with 2 or 4 pegs. PEGS Some models may come equipped with stabilizer. Tighten the axle nut...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the bicycle. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Replace the washer and axle nut. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels...
... the bicycle. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Replace the washer and axle nut. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... will ensure: Smooth running - remove excess lubricant to Lubricate MAINTENANCE Weekly Monthly Every Six Months Yearly Chain Derailleur wheels Derailleurs Brake calipers Brake levers Shift levers Freewheel Brake cables Bottom bracket Pedals Derailleur cables Wheel bearings Headset Seat pillar Chain lube or light oil Chain lube or light oil Oil Oil...tires or brake shoes, it will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. We recommend you spend a little time on these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you ride your new bike...
... will ensure: Smooth running - remove excess lubricant to Lubricate MAINTENANCE Weekly Monthly Every Six Months Yearly Chain Derailleur wheels Derailleurs Brake calipers Brake levers Shift levers Freewheel Brake cables Bottom bracket Pedals Derailleur cables Wheel bearings Headset Seat pillar Chain lube or light oil Chain lube or light oil Oil Oil...tires or brake shoes, it will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. We recommend you spend a little time on these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you ride your new bike...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the bicycle. Re-check that the housing is seated properly into each cable stop of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are one side of pressure needed to make sure neither locknut is not...
To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the bicycle. Re-check that the housing is seated properly into each cable stop of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are one side of pressure needed to make sure neither locknut is not...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...adjustment Many pedals cannot be sought from the frame or fork. However, it centered, and re-tighten the fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is usually possible to inject a little oil onto the inside bearings, and this may cause the brake assembly to the internal bearings and axle. Brake... undo the cable anchor bolt and pull the cable through with the rim. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it will be adjusted so that ...
...adjustment Many pedals cannot be sought from the frame or fork. However, it centered, and re-tighten the fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is usually possible to inject a little oil onto the inside bearings, and this may cause the brake assembly to the internal bearings and axle. Brake... undo the cable anchor bolt and pull the cable through with the rim. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it will be adjusted so that ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to release link from the bicycle. Bicycles which have approximately 10mm of the chain, position the master link side plate, and slip on the U-shaped snap-on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. MAINTENANCE 56 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically...
... hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to release link from the bicycle. Bicycles which have approximately 10mm of the chain, position the master link side plate, and slip on the U-shaped snap-on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. MAINTENANCE 56 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of which must equate to a new gear position. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. After shifting, the rear derailleur should never cause the chain to 'coast' without hesitation. The brake is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to fall...
... BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of which must equate to a new gear position. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. After shifting, the rear derailleur should never cause the chain to 'coast' without hesitation. The brake is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to fall...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pedal axle • Loose crankset Remedy • Lubricate/tighten/replace cables • Adjust derailleurs • Adjust indexing • Replace chainring, sprockets and chain • Replace chain • Lubricate or replace link • Seek advise at a bicycle shop • Re-true if possible, or replace • Tighten mounting bolts • Repair or replace chainring/set • Adjust derailleur travel • Lubricate chain/adjust chain link • Adjust bearings/axle nut • Adjust bottom bracket • Replace bottom bracket axle or pedals • Tighten crank bolts...
... pedal axle • Loose crankset Remedy • Lubricate/tighten/replace cables • Adjust derailleurs • Adjust indexing • Replace chainring, sprockets and chain • Replace chain • Lubricate or replace link • Seek advise at a bicycle shop • Re-true if possible, or replace • Tighten mounting bolts • Repair or replace chainring/set • Adjust derailleur travel • Lubricate chain/adjust chain link • Adjust bearings/axle nut • Adjust bottom bracket • Replace bottom bracket axle or pedals • Tighten crank bolts...
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... • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels dirty/binding • Adjust bearings • Adjust bearings • Adjust chain line • Clean and lubricate jockey wheels • Freewheel internal pawl pins are binding • Brakes out of adjustment • Fork loose in head tube • True wheel or take to a bike shop for repair • Tighten bolts • Center brakes and/or adjust brake pads toe...
... • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels dirty/binding • Adjust bearings • Adjust bearings • Adjust chain line • Clean and lubricate jockey wheels • Freewheel internal pawl pins are binding • Brakes out of adjustment • Fork loose in head tube • True wheel or take to a bike shop for repair • Tighten bolts • Center brakes and/or adjust brake pads toe...
