Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bicycles also contain training wheels. 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE...
... bicycles also contain training wheels. 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Multi speed...
... 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Multi speed...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. Also be adjusted lower if the rider is gained. It is a top tube, because although you must also be controlled in a position where their feet can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need... inches Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 26 inch wheel 700c 2.1 Your Approx. The first rule is in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you can safely reach the handlebars while still bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. The saddle height is adjustable...
... reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. Also be adjusted lower if the rider is gained. It is a top tube, because although you must also be controlled in a position where their feet can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need... inches Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 26 inch wheel 700c 2.1 Your Approx. The first rule is in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you can safely reach the handlebars while still bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. The saddle height is adjustable...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 BEFORE YOU RIDE SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride, it is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in relation to the rims. • Ensure brake control cables...
... handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 BEFORE YOU RIDE SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride, it is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in relation to the rims. • Ensure brake control cables...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... derail the chain and cause it to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Some may jam and cause the bike to pedal again. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. On derailleur equipped bicycles, it is used for easier pedaling. BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel 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...
... derail the chain and cause it to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Some may jam and cause the bike to pedal again. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. On derailleur equipped bicycles, it is used for easier pedaling. BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... shift. Some models with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in a high quality bicycle lock that one shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in only one shift at the front derailleur will have an indicator that a quick release seatpost can be stolen. It is recommended to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it is the lowest gear...
... shift. Some models with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in a high quality bicycle lock that one shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in only one shift at the front derailleur will have an indicator that a quick release seatpost can be stolen. It is recommended to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it is the lowest gear...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...Don't cover with plastic as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near ...wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Wash your bicycle have been submerged in a dry location away from the weather and the sun. To clean, wipe with car or furniture wax. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...
...Don't cover with plastic as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near ...wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Wash your bicycle have been submerged in a dry location away from the weather and the sun. To clean, wipe with car or furniture wax. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... inserted into the fork steer tube. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY Try turning the handlebar. If needed you can still freely turn it without turning the front wheel, the stem is not visible. Replace the top cap and bolt. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. Set these instructions are 2 basic...
... inserted into the fork steer tube. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY Try turning the handlebar. If needed you can still freely turn it without turning the front wheel, the stem is not visible. Replace the top cap and bolt. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. Set these instructions are 2 basic...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...wheel is properly seated and the quick release is too difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be sure they are perpendicular to the front wheel, go back to close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bike (the side opposite the chain... way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that there's an "open the handle up , and tighten the lock nut further. Inspect the ...
...wheel is properly seated and the quick release is too difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be sure they are perpendicular to the front wheel, go back to close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bike (the side opposite the chain... way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that there's an "open the handle up , and tighten the lock nut further. Inspect the ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can several times squeezing as hard as needed . Watch the brake, if it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to be tightened further. Repeat the steps until both sides of the way to shift or rotate, then release the brake...
... the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can several times squeezing as hard as needed . Watch the brake, if it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to be tightened further. Repeat the steps until both sides of the way to shift or rotate, then release the brake...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your front fender. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. if equipped The front fender is the 10mm nut and bolt system (see Fig...
... used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your front fender. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. if equipped The front fender is the 10mm nut and bolt system (see Fig...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 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 47 Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the wheel brace stays in the proper...
... 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 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 47 Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the wheel brace stays in the proper...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Inner axle Flat wheel brace Brace stabilizer washer Axle nut Flat Brace It is very important to check the training wheel connection to the bicycle. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service...
... Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Inner axle Flat wheel brace Brace stabilizer washer Axle nut Flat Brace It is very important to check the training wheel connection to the bicycle. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...changes. remove excess lubricant to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 If lubricant gets on or squirt Oil can 3 drops from oil can 2 drops from oil can Disassemble 2 squirts from oil can occur. WARNING: Do not over lubricate - Never use in wet or dusty conditions. The following schedules are a useful guide... 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 ...
...changes. remove excess lubricant to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 If lubricant gets on or squirt Oil can 3 drops from oil can 2 drops from oil can Disassemble 2 squirts from oil can occur. WARNING: Do not over lubricate - Never use in wet or dusty conditions. The following schedules are a useful guide... 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 ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... cable stop of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Before every ride, check that the cables and housing are one side of the bicycle. Check to operate the brakes or shifters. Also check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings...
... cable stop of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Before every ride, check that the cables and housing are one side of the bicycle. Check to operate the brakes or shifters. Also check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 55
... to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models 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 dislodge from a specialist. 4.9 ©2010 55 MAINTENANCE Brake pads should be adjusted so that...
... to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models 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 dislodge from a specialist. 4.9 ©2010 55 MAINTENANCE Brake pads should be adjusted so that...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 58
Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to tighten, in the frame and re-tighten the axle nuts after spinning it, it slightly to release link from the bicycle. If you should consult a specialist. (Fig. 4.13) 4.13 To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with rivet...
Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to tighten, in the frame and re-tighten the axle nuts after spinning it, it slightly to release link from the bicycle. If you should consult a specialist. (Fig. 4.13) 4.13 To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with rivet...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the rear derailleur first, then the front. The adjustments are very complex. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Apply oil to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system includes the front and rear derailleurs, the shift levers, and the derailleur control cables, all operate using similar principles. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it...
... as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the rear derailleur first, then the front. The adjustments are very complex. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Apply oil to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system includes the front and rear derailleurs, the shift levers, and the derailleur control cables, all operate using similar principles. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 63
... 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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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...