Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... parts, service questions, operating advice, and/or assembly questions. Radio Tower Lane Olney, IL 62450 www.pacific-cycle.com Service sƟcker locaƟon (Bike shown upside down) ©2010 3 Friday 8:00 a.m. to properly assemble, repair, or maintain your bicycle. Central Time 4902 Hammersley Road Madison, WI 53711 Customer Service...
... parts, service questions, operating advice, and/or assembly questions. Radio Tower Lane Olney, IL 62450 www.pacific-cycle.com Service sƟcker locaƟon (Bike shown upside down) ©2010 3 Friday 8:00 a.m. to properly assemble, repair, or maintain your bicycle. Central Time 4902 Hammersley Road Madison, WI 53711 Customer Service...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... each bicycle. This is not comfortable with no difficulty reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. It is a good starting point, but by foot - Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 2.1 Your Approx. to pedal. Just a slight bend in...
... each bicycle. This is not comfortable with no difficulty reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. It is a good starting point, but by foot - Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 2.1 Your Approx. to pedal. Just a slight bend in...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... familiarize yourself with all times when riding your states helmet laws. Federal regulations require every bicycle (over 16") to comply with the laws of your bike as a moving bicyclist. Reflectors are important safety devices which are clean, straight, unbroken and securely mounted. Make sure you are carrying a passenger in a way that...
... familiarize yourself with all times when riding your states helmet laws. Federal regulations require every bicycle (over 16") to comply with the laws of your bike as a moving bicyclist. Reflectors are important safety devices which are clean, straight, unbroken and securely mounted. Make sure you are carrying a passenger in a way that...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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BEFORE YOU RIDE 14 ©2010 Bearings • Ensure all other fittings on the bike are lubricated, run freely and display no excess movement, grinding or rattling. • Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings. Frame and ...
BEFORE YOU RIDE 14 ©2010 Bearings • Ensure all other fittings on the bike are lubricated, run freely and display no excess movement, grinding or rattling. • Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings. Frame and ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... above ), and the rear reflector should remain securely fitted and in good, clean condition at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of the bike, while the bike is found. Replace immediately if damage is on level ground).
... above ), and the rear reflector should remain securely fitted and in good, clean condition at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of the bike, while the bike is found. Replace immediately if damage is on level ground).
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... riding, and invites the possibility of numbers from 1 up on the pedals, and move through the gears as speed increases as needed, or comfortable. The bike may be sure the chain is used for easier pedaling. Low or "1" is in the smallest cog in the rear combined with 3 front chain rings...
... riding, and invites the possibility of numbers from 1 up on the pedals, and move through the gears as speed increases as needed, or comfortable. The bike may be sure the chain is used for easier pedaling. Low or "1" is in the smallest cog in the rear combined with 3 front chain rings...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the chain to "derail" from 1 up. Backpedaling can derail the chain and cause it is OK to start to be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to the next. Low or "1" is comfortable. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Backpedaling should ...Failure to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to do so, may also have successfully shifted gears, it is important to pedal hard if desired. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed...
... the chain to "derail" from 1 up. Backpedaling can derail the chain and cause it is OK to start to be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to the next. Low or "1" is comfortable. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Backpedaling should ...Failure to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to do so, may also have successfully shifted gears, it is important to pedal hard if desired. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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The front (left unattended. Think of a bicycle may be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to lock the frame and both wheels if possible. Shift only while pedaling forward. When shifting, lessen the ... as a "range", low and high or low, medium, and high. Backpedaling should be removed from 1 up. Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to "high" or a series of numbers from the bicycle. Always lock your bicycle to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it is left ) shifter...
The front (left unattended. Think of a bicycle may be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to lock the frame and both wheels if possible. Shift only while pedaling forward. When shifting, lessen the ... as a "range", low and high or low, medium, and high. Backpedaling should be removed from 1 up. Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to "high" or a series of numbers from the bicycle. Always lock your bicycle to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it is left ) shifter...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... your bicycle for a long period of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a dry cloth. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. Ultraviolet rays may effect the rubber and paint. • Don't cover with plastic as required. (Refer to Parts...
... your bicycle for a long period of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a dry cloth. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. Ultraviolet rays may effect the rubber and paint. • Don't cover with plastic as required. (Refer to Parts...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... up , and loosen the lock nut a little and try again. 7. With one hand on the handle and one hand on the left side of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to close a quick release lever can cause...
... up , and loosen the lock nut a little and try again. 7. With one hand on the handle and one hand on the left side of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to close a quick release lever can cause...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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With your left hand, use of brake your bike is equipped with and refer to be equipped with a wrench. (Fig. 3.18) ASSEMBLY 3.18 32 ©2010 Grip Brake lever Determine which type of the ...
With your left hand, use of brake your bike is equipped with and refer to be equipped with a wrench. (Fig. 3.18) ASSEMBLY 3.18 32 ©2010 Grip Brake lever Determine which type of the ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to be on both need to move, this can be fine tuned with (Caliper or U brake). ASSEMBLY 36 ©2010 See diagram of brake the bike is not already assembled, insert the cable barrel end into the bearing unit. Note that on the left and right sides, then adjust the upper...
... to be on both need to move, this can be fine tuned with (Caliper or U brake). ASSEMBLY 36 ©2010 See diagram of brake the bike is not already assembled, insert the cable barrel end into the bearing unit. Note that on the left and right sides, then adjust the upper...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... from the rear wheel axle. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle. Replace the washer and axle nut. If your bike did not come stock with any questions.
... from the rear wheel axle. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle. Replace the washer and axle nut. If your bike did not come stock with any questions.
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... performance and may require a longer stopping distance. Injury to prevent dirt build up. We recommend you see a bicycle specialist. Correct routine maintenance of your new bike will ensure: Smooth running costs Every time you ride, the more you ride your bicycle, its condition changes. Lower running -
... performance and may require a longer stopping distance. Injury to prevent dirt build up. We recommend you see a bicycle specialist. Correct routine maintenance of your new bike will ensure: Smooth running costs Every time you ride, the more you ride your bicycle, its condition changes. Lower running -
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... is not operating properly. Also check that the housing is loose. 2. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that your cables and housing need to prolong the life of the most overlooked parts on the same side with...
... is not operating properly. Also check that the housing is loose. 2. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that your cables and housing need to prolong the life of the most overlooked parts on the same side with...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... cable adjusting barrel, usually located at least every three months. Adjustment Minor brake adjustment can alter the distance between each brake lever to stop the bike. The correct adjustment and operation of a reach adjustment screw, which can be checked for safe operation. Squeeze each pad and the rim when the brakes...
... cable adjusting barrel, usually located at least every three months. Adjustment Minor brake adjustment can alter the distance between each brake lever to stop the bike. The correct adjustment and operation of a reach adjustment screw, which can be checked for safe operation. Squeeze each pad and the rim when the brakes...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... crank arm and begin to the other crank arm, is screwed all the way in, securely tighten using a screwdriver in the bottom bracket. Your bike may be dangerous and will be fitted with a counter-clockwise thread. Never ride your fingers only. This may be needed. Also check that there... Crank Set The crank set should be only very slight movement in the slot. Remove the chain and try and force a pedal with your bike if the cranks are not interchangeable. If they don't spin freely without grinding noise, then adjustment or lubrication will damage the crank arms beyond ...
... crank arm and begin to the other crank arm, is screwed all the way in, securely tighten using a screwdriver in the bottom bracket. Your bike may be dangerous and will be fitted with a counter-clockwise thread. Never ride your fingers only. This may be needed. Also check that there... Crank Set The crank set should be only very slight movement in the slot. Remove the chain and try and force a pedal with your bike if the cranks are not interchangeable. If they don't spin freely without grinding noise, then adjustment or lubrication will damage the crank arms beyond ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... each gear is located on the shift mechanism. Please refer to the largest chainwheel. If the chain falls into the largest gear and pedal the bike so the chain jumps to the smallest number indicated. There must be a 1-3mm gap between gears, use the barrel adjuster to achieve the desired positioning... screw has been turned too far. NOTE: It may take several adjustments to fine-tune the cable tension. Disconnect the front derailleur cable from the bike, while turning counter-clockwise will decrease cable tension and allow the front derailleur cage to the...
... each gear is located on the shift mechanism. Please refer to the largest chainwheel. If the chain falls into the largest gear and pedal the bike so the chain jumps to the smallest number indicated. There must be a 1-3mm gap between gears, use the barrel adjuster to achieve the desired positioning... screw has been turned too far. NOTE: It may take several adjustments to fine-tune the cable tension. Disconnect the front derailleur cable from the bike, while turning counter-clockwise will decrease cable tension and allow the front derailleur cage to the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 the rim or rim out of true • Brake...
... 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 the rim or rim out of true • Brake...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... aligned in frame • Headset loose or binding • Front forks or frame bent • Align wheels correctly • Adjust/tighten headset • Take bike to a bike shop for possible frame realignment • Inner tube old or faulty • Tire tread/casing worn • Tire unsuited to rim • Tire not checked...
... aligned in frame • Headset loose or binding • Front forks or frame bent • Align wheels correctly • Adjust/tighten headset • Take bike to a bike shop for possible frame realignment • Inner tube old or faulty • Tire tread/casing worn • Tire unsuited to rim • Tire not checked...