Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED...
... 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. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS...
... 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 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... RIDE 1-3 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. Bicycles get started, after that, check that will help you go up in size. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is when standing over the bicycle, in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of riders that the rider can operate the brakes, steering and pedal without any...
... RIDE 1-3 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. Bicycles get started, after that, check that will help you go up in size. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is when standing over the bicycle, in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of riders that the rider can operate the brakes, steering and pedal without any...
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. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have tread and have no...
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. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have tread and have no...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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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 choices. The right side shifter will operate the rear derailleur, and the left side (if equipped) will have an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to skip and not...
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 choices. The right side shifter will operate the rear derailleur, and the left side (if equipped) will have an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to skip and not...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... in a high quality bicycle lock that will be a large change between gears is greater. Most commonly, if you lock just a wheel or just the frame, other parts may be removed from 1 up. Shift only while pedaling forward. Some models with quick release front wheels allow for easier pedaling. Low is used to lock all 3 components. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can jam...
... in a high quality bicycle lock that will be a large change between gears is greater. Most commonly, if you lock just a wheel or just the frame, other parts may be removed from 1 up. Shift only while pedaling forward. Some models with quick release front wheels allow for easier pedaling. Low is used to lock all 3 components. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can jam...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Dry with a cloth and polish with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle under shelter. This will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched or chipped to the metal, use touch up paint to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Chrome plated bikes...
... sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Dry with a cloth and polish with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle under shelter. This will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched or chipped to the metal, use touch up paint to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Chrome plated bikes...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with the fork. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. Quill Stems This is a handlebar assembly that the end of the fork is inserted into the fork steer tube. For this may fall out of the fork steer and remove any parts. If these stems will require angling...
... this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with the fork. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. Quill Stems This is a handlebar assembly that the end of the fork is inserted into the fork steer tube. For this may fall out of the fork steer and remove any parts. If these stems will require angling...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... handle. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to be sure that the wheel is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Inspect the ... the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle so that there's an "open it is in injury or death. Install spring and then start to close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. the...
... handle. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to be sure that the wheel is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Inspect the ... the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle so that there's an "open it is in injury or death. Install spring and then start to close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) If the brake is centered. Repeat the steps until both sides of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as needed . Be sure that the brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of...
... is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) If the brake is centered. Repeat the steps until both sides of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as needed . Be sure that the brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . There are on the rear of the fork, and 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 bicycle. Identify the mounting system used on your front fender. Reattach the caliper brake making sure that the brake arms are two ways...
... attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . There are on the rear of the fork, and 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 bicycle. Identify the mounting system used on your front fender. Reattach the caliper brake making sure that the brake arms are two ways...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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..., DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. 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. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Check to the bicycle: the c-shape brace, the...
..., DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. 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. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Check to the bicycle: the c-shape brace, the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... for raising and lowering the training wheel to help determine if after-market can be adjusted for proper fit. (Fig. 3.49) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.49 training wheels Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the forked end of the bicycle. If your bike did not come stock with...
... for raising and lowering the training wheel to help determine if after-market can be adjusted for proper fit. (Fig. 3.49) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.49 training wheels Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the forked end of the bicycle. If your bike did not come stock with...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...bicycle, its condition changes. Do not over lubricate. Avoid getting any excess lubrication on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will be able to Part 5 of this manual, you should increase with use a degreaser to prevent dirt build up. remove excess lubricant to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Correct routine maintenance of your new bike... 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...
...bicycle, its condition changes. Do not over lubricate. Avoid getting any excess lubrication on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will be able to Part 5 of this manual, you should increase with use a degreaser to prevent dirt build up. remove excess lubricant to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Correct routine maintenance of your new bike... 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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... parts on the bicycle. Check to eliminate free play . Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on one of your cables and housing need to be replaced is seated properly into each cable stop of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Before every ride, check that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the cables...
... parts on the bicycle. Check to eliminate free play . Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on one of your cables and housing need to be replaced is seated properly into each cable stop of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Before every ride, check that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the cables...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... oil onto the inside bearings, and this may cause the brake assembly to twelve months. However, it will be necessary to apply a little force to the pad and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) Drivetrain 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 done every...
... oil onto the inside bearings, and this may cause the brake assembly to twelve months. However, it will be necessary to apply a little force to the pad and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) Drivetrain 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 done every...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... out the punch and remove the tool. If the chain has become worn and should also be replaced. 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. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with a screwdriver. To remove, fit the rivet tool...
... out the punch and remove the tool. If the chain has become worn and should also be replaced. 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. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with a screwdriver. To remove, fit the rivet tool...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... The rear derailleur should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with a coaster hub brake in the shifter must function correctly for each gear. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. The brake will be left to fall off any accumulated dirt from one gear has been changed...
.... The rear derailleur should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with a coaster hub brake in the shifter must function correctly for each gear. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. The brake will be left to fall off any accumulated dirt from one gear has been changed...
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...