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...'s bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. 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...
...'s bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bicycle. 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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly...
... bicycle. 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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly...
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Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you can not be almost completely straight when the pedal is in this high, but by...
Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you can not be almost completely straight when the pedal is in this high, but by...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are set correctly in the fully closed position. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are tight. Chain • Ensure chain is...
... fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are set correctly in the fully closed position. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are tight. Chain • Ensure chain is...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... cogs Rear derailleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal 2.15 External Gears (derailleur equipped bicycles) Derailleur equipped bicycles all have an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to do so, may jam and cause the bike to become unstable. When shifting gears, make sure you pedal forward until the gear has completely changed. (At least one full rotation of numbers...
... cogs Rear derailleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal 2.15 External Gears (derailleur equipped bicycles) Derailleur equipped bicycles all have an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to do so, may jam and cause the bike to become unstable. When shifting gears, make sure you pedal forward until the gear has completely changed. (At least one full rotation of numbers...
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... the change in pedaling speed. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be removed from 1 up. Always lock your bicycle to an immovable object if it is left ) shifter will resist hacksaws and bolt cutters. Keep in mind that individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels...
... the change in pedaling speed. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be removed from 1 up. Always lock your bicycle to an immovable object if it is left ) shifter will resist hacksaws and bolt cutters. Keep in mind that individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels...
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... and water to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of your bicycle under shelter. BEFORE YOU RIDE BASIC MAINTENANCE The following procedures will help you maintain your bicycle in a dry location away from the weather and the sun. Chrome plated bikes should be wiped over with a dry cloth. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable...
... and water to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of your bicycle under shelter. BEFORE YOU RIDE BASIC MAINTENANCE The following procedures will help you maintain your bicycle in a dry location away from the weather and the sun. Chrome plated bikes should be wiped over with a dry cloth. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... wheel. Set these stems will require angling the stem to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may fall out of the stem bolt. Re-align the handlebar with the fork. If these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork steer and remove any parts. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that the handlebar assembly...
... wheel. Set these stems will require angling the stem to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may fall out of the stem bolt. Re-align the handlebar with the fork. If these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork steer and remove any parts. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that the handlebar assembly...
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... 4. Failure to close the handle. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. If it is centered. 5. The quick release handle should be inspected before every ride to push closed and secure. All quick release levers should be difficult to be possible. Try to tighten; Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open...
... 4. Failure to close the handle. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. If it is centered. 5. The quick release handle should be inspected before every ride to push closed and secure. All quick release levers should be difficult to be possible. Try to tighten; Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open...
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...the tire and the fork or frame on either side. Then squeeze and release the brake several times and re-inspect the brake pads, centering, and brake lever travel before the brake lever reaches about 1/3 of the travel . If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If...handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can . Be sure that brake pads return to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) If the brake is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt...
...the tire and the fork or frame on either side. Then squeeze and release the brake several times and re-inspect the brake pads, centering, and brake lever travel before the brake lever reaches about 1/3 of the travel . If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If...handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can . Be sure that brake pads return to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) If the brake is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fender. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. Reattach the caliper brake making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . There are on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that particular type of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your front fender. Place 3.45 the fender assembly...
... fender. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. Reattach the caliper brake making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . There are on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that particular type of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your front fender. Place 3.45 the fender assembly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... rear wheel axle. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure axle nuts are tight. Thread the pegs on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub...
... rear wheel axle. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure axle nuts are tight. Thread the pegs on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to dislodge. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Next place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align it so that the forked end of the bicycle.
... elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to dislodge. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Next place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align it so that the forked end of the bicycle.
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... 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 Oil Lithium based grease Oil Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Brush on or squirt Brush on rims, tires or brake...
... 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 Oil Lithium based grease Oil Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Brush on or squirt Brush on rims, tires or brake...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... there are one side of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Before every ride, check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the...
... there are one side of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Before every ride, check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is the type that the leading edge of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be done every six months. If the pedal is required. • Ensure that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt... The drivetrain of a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set, and freewheel. 4.8 Pedals inspection Pedals should be inspected every ...
...pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is the type that the leading edge of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be done every six months. If the pedal is required. • Ensure that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt... The drivetrain of a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set, and freewheel. 4.8 Pedals inspection Pedals should be inspected every ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...checked in the center between the chainwheel and rear sprocket. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to release link from the bicycle. These chains can be disconnected by way of a special... then back out the punch and remove the tool. Be sure not to change the length. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. To adjust the chain on plate. Bicycles which have become worn and should ...
...checked in the center between the chainwheel and rear sprocket. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to release link from the bicycle. These chains can be disconnected by way of a special... then back out the punch and remove the tool. Be sure not to change the length. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. To adjust the chain on plate. Bicycles which have become worn and should ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it along with the brake arm clip. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Each notched position in the rear wheel. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the freewheel is a complicated procedure requiring special tools, and should be a positive "click" for smooth gear shifting to the chainstay with the chain...
... coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it along with the brake arm clip. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Each notched position in the rear wheel. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the freewheel is a complicated procedure requiring special tools, and should be a positive "click" for smooth gear shifting to the chainstay with the chain...
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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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... • Brake arms loose • Replace pads • Correct pads toe-in • Clean pads and rim • Tighten mounting bolts • Bulge in the rim or rim out of true • Brake mounting bolts loose • 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...
... • Brake arms loose • Replace pads • Correct pads toe-in • Clean pads and rim • Tighten mounting bolts • Bulge in the rim or rim out of true • Brake mounting bolts loose • 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...