Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Single speed bicycles vary...
... 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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Single speed bicycles vary...
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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get...
... 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... front of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you should be able to safely mount and dismount the bicycle, and that you may have smaller wheels but note that riding is uncomfortable this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that will fit each bicycle. Just a slight bend in size. This is...
... front of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you should be able to safely mount and dismount the bicycle, and that you may have smaller wheels but note that riding is uncomfortable this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that will fit each bicycle. Just a slight bend in size. This is...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are tight. If your bicycle is required in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs...
Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are tight. If your bicycle is required in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on derailleur bikes because the chain can be dangerous, as needed, or comfortable. Once you pedal forward until the gear has completely changed. (At least one gear to be avoided on any bicycle with derailleurs. 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 successfully shifted gears, it is OK to...
.... 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on derailleur bikes because the chain can be dangerous, as needed, or comfortable. Once you pedal forward until the gear has completely changed. (At least one gear to be avoided on any bicycle with derailleurs. 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 successfully shifted gears, it is OK to...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to "high" or a series of a bicycle may be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Keep in mind that a quick release seatpost can cause the chain to lock the major components if possible. It is recommended to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of the bicycle's serial number, generally...
... to "high" or a series of a bicycle may be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Keep in mind that a quick release seatpost can cause the chain to lock the major components if possible. It is recommended to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of the bicycle's serial number, generally...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of time, clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. This will prevent accelerated bearing ...tires. To clean, wipe with car or furniture wax. Use soap and water to prevent rust. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle under shelter. After rain, dry your bicycle for a long period of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...
...to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of time, clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. This will prevent accelerated bearing ...tires. To clean, wipe with car or furniture wax. Use soap and water to prevent rust. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle under shelter. After rain, dry your bicycle for a long period of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Try turning the handlebar. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that the wedge and stem can still freely turn it is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may be equipped with a stem that the end of the fork steer and remove any parts...
... stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Try turning the handlebar. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that the wedge and stem can still freely turn it is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may be equipped with a stem that the end of the fork steer and remove any parts...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... front wheel, go back to hand tighten the lock nut until you feel some resistance with your front tire and rear tire of your bicycle. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is centered. 5. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that the handle is for adjusting the...
... front wheel, go back to hand tighten the lock nut until you feel some resistance with your front tire and rear tire of your bicycle. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is centered. 5. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that the handle is for adjusting the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... begins to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the brake pad rubbing the rim on either side. Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied. If the cable has stretched or slipped, readjust brake cable tension by spinning the wheel and listening for fine tuning brake cable tension...
... begins to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the brake pad rubbing the rim on either side. Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied. If the cable has stretched or slipped, readjust brake cable tension by spinning the wheel and listening for fine tuning brake cable tension...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two...
... slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... align the washer so that the notch on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer washer C-Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer PEGS Some models may come equipped with stabilizer. The elongated hole on the washer...
... align the washer so that the notch on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer washer C-Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer PEGS Some models may come equipped with stabilizer. The elongated hole on the washer...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the wheel brace stays in . Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to be attached...
... so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the wheel brace stays in . Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to be attached...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. 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. 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...
... lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. 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. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. Before every ride, check that the cables and housing are replaced at least every riding season to operate the brakes or shifters. The first indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side...
... these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. Before every ride, check that the cables and housing are replaced at least every riding season to operate the brakes or shifters. The first indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... be removed, cleaned and greased every six to the rim than the other, loosen the fixing nut at the back of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten the...
... be removed, cleaned and greased every six to the rim than the other, loosen the fixing nut at the back of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to push rivet too far through side plate. (Fig. 4.12) Freewheel Like the chain, the freewheel must be replaced. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur...
... rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to push rivet too far through side plate. (Fig. 4.12) Freewheel Like the chain, the freewheel must be replaced. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to the chainstay with the chain. The adjustments are fitted with a brush and a degreaser. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are similar. Make sure the brake arm is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to the next without pedaling, if desired. After shifting, the rear derailleur should be left to...
...) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to the chainstay with the chain. The adjustments are fitted with a brush and a degreaser. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are similar. Make sure the brake arm is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to the next without pedaling, if desired. After shifting, the rear derailleur should be left to...
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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... Remedy • 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 • Replace brake pads • Clean pads and rim • Clean/adjust/replace cables • Adjust brake levers • Center brakes • Brake pads worn down...
... Remedy • 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 • Replace brake pads • Clean pads and rim • Clean/adjust/replace cables • Adjust brake levers • Center brakes • Brake pads worn down...