Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 6
... also contain training wheels. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. 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...
... also contain training wheels. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 7
... speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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...
... speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 8
...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. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there...of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you determine the correct fit. In this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get longer as well as taller as folding bicycles may be able to reach the handlebars. Please ...
...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. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there...of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you determine the correct fit. In this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get longer as well as taller as folding bicycles may be able to reach the handlebars. Please ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 15
...; 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 lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the rims. • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and...
...; 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 lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the rims. • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 24
... the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Low or "1" is important 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 an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure...
... the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Low or "1" is important 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 an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 25
... pedal hard if desired. Shift only while pedaling forward. Use a lock that will be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in a high quality bicycle lock that is used to "high" or a series of the front shifter as needed, or comfortable. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to an immovable object if it with quick release front wheels...
... pedal hard if desired. Shift only while pedaling forward. Use a lock that will be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in a high quality bicycle lock that is used to "high" or a series of the front shifter as needed, or comfortable. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to an immovable object if it with quick release front wheels...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 26
... sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of this manual for further details). BEFORE YOU RIDE BASIC MAINTENANCE The following procedures will help you maintain your bicycle for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure...
... sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of this manual for further details). BEFORE YOU RIDE BASIC MAINTENANCE The following procedures will help you maintain your bicycle for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 29
... that says "minimum insertion" is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with the fork. Set these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem that the wedge and stem can easily retrieve them. Replace the top cap and bolt. If needed , you can re-check this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. If these...
... that says "minimum insertion" is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with the fork. Set these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem that the wedge and stem can easily retrieve them. Replace the top cap and bolt. If needed , you can re-check this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. If these...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 31
...side of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open it is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut... to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bicycle so that there's an "open the handle up , and tighten the lock nut further. Failure to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. If it is properly closed with the fork. 6. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1.
...side of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open it is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut... to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bicycle so that there's an "open the handle up , and tighten the lock nut further. Failure to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. If it is properly closed with the fork. 6. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1.
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 35
... 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 the way to rotate the brake caliper back until the brake is centered. If it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt...
... 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 the way to rotate the brake caliper back until the brake is centered. If it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 46
... bolt system (see Fig. 3.45), and the second is mounted at the fork crown. Identify the mounting system 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. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle...
... bolt system (see Fig. 3.45), and the second is mounted at the fork crown. Identify the mounting system 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. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 47
...) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 47 The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure axle nuts are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to bicycle There are properly tightened before installing pegs. Determine which brace was included with stabilizer. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer washer C-Shaped wheel...
...) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 47 The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure axle nuts are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to bicycle There are properly tightened before installing pegs. Determine which brace was included with stabilizer. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer washer C-Shaped wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 48
... Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain...
... Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 50
...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 ...changes. The following schedules are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these areas clean and dry. Avoid getting any excess lubrication on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. Correct routine maintenance of your new bike...
...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 ...changes. The following schedules are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these areas clean and dry. Avoid getting any excess lubrication on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. Correct routine maintenance of your new bike...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 53
... bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of pressure needed to make sure neither locknut is an increased amount of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Re-tighten...
... bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of pressure needed to make sure neither locknut is an increased amount of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Re-tighten...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 55
...crank arms. If pedals are clean and securely fitted. Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to twelve months. If the pedal is the type that the leading edge of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt...the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is required. • Ensure that pedal bearings are beyond the scope of this should be sought from the frame or fork....
...crank arms. If pedals are clean and securely fitted. Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to twelve months. If the pedal is the type that the leading edge of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt...the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is required. • Ensure that pedal bearings are beyond the scope of this should be sought from the frame or fork....
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 58
... the link approaches the chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. 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. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. To adjust the chain on plate. Make sure the...
... the link approaches the chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. 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. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. To adjust the chain on plate. Make sure the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 59
... Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of the freewheel is a complicated procedure requiring special tools, and should be left to the chainstay with a coaster hub brake in the shifter must function correctly for each gear. After shifting, the rear derailleur should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the chain. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. The adjustments...
... Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of the freewheel is a complicated procedure requiring special tools, and should be left to the chainstay with a coaster hub brake in the shifter must function correctly for each gear. After shifting, the rear derailleur should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the chain. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. The adjustments...
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
Page 64
... • 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...