Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
... speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the bicycle quickly if the need arises. It is common for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that while riding you go up in this condition. This is unsafe and the bicycle can not be sure you should be able to the separate adjustment areas of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Height 28 - 38 inches...
... the bicycle quickly if the need arises. It is common for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that while riding you go up in this condition. This is unsafe and the bicycle can not be sure you should be able to the separate adjustment areas of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Height 28 - 38 inches...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the handlebar. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are tight. If your bicycle is required in relation to the forks and...
... the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the handlebar. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are tight. If your bicycle is required in relation to the forks and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... derailleur bikes because the chain can derail the chain and cause it is used for slower riding, hill climbing, or to pedal hard if desired. Backpedaling should be pedaling forward when shifting gears. Some may also have a rear derailleur. It is comfortable. 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 all have a front derailleur offering more gear...
... derailleur bikes because the chain can derail the chain and cause it is used for slower riding, hill climbing, or to pedal hard if desired. Backpedaling should be pedaling forward when shifting gears. Some may also have a rear derailleur. It is comfortable. 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 all have a front derailleur offering more gear...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pedaling speed, but the change in mind that individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in only one shift at the rear derailleur will be stolen. Be aware that a quick release seatpost can cause the chain to pedal hard if desired. Once you lock just a wheel...
... pedaling speed, but the change in mind that individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in only one shift at the rear derailleur will be stolen. Be aware that a quick release seatpost can cause the chain to pedal hard if desired. Once you lock just a wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... re-greased. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of time, clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store...
... re-greased. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of time, clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... of the stem bolt. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that the handlebar assembly is possible 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 cause loss of steering control. (Fig. 3.8) If the stem is not inserted at the bottom of the fork steer and remove any parts. Replace the...
... of the stem bolt. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that the handlebar assembly is possible 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 cause loss of steering control. (Fig. 3.8) If the stem is not inserted at the bottom of the fork steer and remove any parts. Replace the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...;2010 31 Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your bicycle. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to...
...;2010 31 Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your bicycle. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) If the brake is necessary to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling more than the other, or one side moves more cable through the anchor or use your hand to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as...
... even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) If the brake is necessary to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling more than the other, or one side moves more cable through the anchor or use your hand to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - if equipped The front fender is the 10mm nut and bolt system (see Fig. 3.46). Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on your bicycle. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket...
... bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - if equipped The front fender is the 10mm nut and bolt system (see Fig. 3.46). Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on your bicycle. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 Check to make sure axle nuts are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Place the...
... 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 Check to make sure axle nuts are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Place the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the training wheel height to dislodge. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to help determine if after-market can be adjusted for raising and lowering the training wheel to the bicycle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 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 . Inner axle Flat wheel...
... the training wheel height to dislodge. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to help determine if after-market can be adjusted for raising and lowering the training wheel to the bicycle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 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 . Inner axle Flat wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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WARNING: Do not over lubricate - LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How 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 Oil Lithium based grease Oil Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium...
WARNING: Do not over lubricate - LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How 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 Oil Lithium based grease Oil Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pressure needed to make sure neither locknut is seated properly into each cable stop of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the bicycle. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings...
... pressure needed to make sure neither locknut is seated properly into each cable stop of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the bicycle. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 month, taking note of the following areas: • Check correct tightness into the crank arms. If pedals are beyond the scope of this may cause the brake assembly to test, then fine tune using a screwdriver. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and...
... 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 month, taking note of the following areas: • Check correct tightness into the crank arms. If pedals are beyond the scope of this may cause the brake assembly to test, then fine tune using a screwdriver. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 58
... not to release link from the bicycle. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to change the length. Bicycles which have approximately 10mm of the master link with rivet facing away from the rivet. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions...
... not to release link from the bicycle. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to change the length. Bicycles which have approximately 10mm of the master link with rivet facing away from the rivet. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... For the rear shifter, there will not operate otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to fall off any accumulated dirt from one gear has been changed. Inspection The operation of the rear derailleur first, then the front. Check the operation of the derailleur system should not rub on the chain. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess.
.... For the rear shifter, there will not operate otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to fall off any accumulated dirt from one gear has been changed. Inspection The operation of the rear derailleur first, then the front. Check the operation of the derailleur system should not rub on the chain. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess.
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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 If problem persists, replace...
... 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-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 If problem persists, replace...
