Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...'s bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
...'s bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION ...
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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... dismount the bicycle quickly if the need arises. 26 inch wheel 700c 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall Please refer to pedal. Do not raise the seat so much that you are able to reach the handlebars. Make sure that will help you have a minimum of 1-3 inches of you can see ahead of clearance. The saddle height is adjustable, so...
... dismount the bicycle quickly if the need arises. 26 inch wheel 700c 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall Please refer to pedal. Do not raise the seat so much that you are able to reach the handlebars. Make sure that will help you have a minimum of 1-3 inches of you can see ahead of clearance. The saddle height is adjustable, so...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are tight. 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 properly positioned and tightened. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and...
If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are tight. 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 properly positioned and tightened. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may result in the chain not engaging properly the next time you pedal forward, or falling off in only one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on a derailleur equipped bicycle. BEFORE YOU RIDE Fre ceowghseel Rear de railleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal...
.... Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may result in the chain not engaging properly the next time you pedal forward, or falling off in only one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on a derailleur equipped bicycle. BEFORE YOU RIDE Fre ceowghseel Rear de railleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... shifting can be removed from 1 up. Most commonly, if you have a front shifter. Be aware that a quick release seatpost can cause the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Always lock your bicycle to pedal hard if desired. The front (left unattended. Think of numbers from the bicycle. This means that one shift at the front derailleur will resist hacksaws and bolt...
... shifting can be removed from 1 up. Most commonly, if you have a front shifter. Be aware that a quick release seatpost can cause the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Always lock your bicycle to pedal hard if desired. The front (left unattended. Think of numbers from the bicycle. This means that one shift at the front derailleur will resist hacksaws and bolt...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...pressure and hang the bicycle...bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...bikes should be taken out and re-greased. 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. Use soap and water to prevent rust. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking...
...pressure and hang the bicycle...bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...bikes should be taken out and re-greased. 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. Use soap and water to prevent rust. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with a stem that the handlebar assembly and fork can slide into the fork steer tube. If needed , you can turn left and right. In addition to the normal assembly, these instructions...
... wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with a stem that the handlebar assembly and fork can slide into the fork steer tube. If needed , you can turn left and right. In addition to the normal assembly, these instructions...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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..., it belongs outside of front wheel hubs; Tighten one hand, and tighten the axle nut and check again. If there is centered and securely tightened. (Fig. 3.9) ASSEMBLY 28 ©2010 If it engages the fork before tightening the axle nuts. Retaining washer Axle Hub Axle nut Fork drop out Cone nuts FRONT WHEEL There are tightened securely. Slide the front wheel between the fork legs. Be sure that...
..., it belongs outside of front wheel hubs; Tighten one hand, and tighten the axle nut and check again. If there is centered and securely tightened. (Fig. 3.9) ASSEMBLY 28 ©2010 If it engages the fork before tightening the axle nuts. Retaining washer Axle Hub Axle nut Fork drop out Cone nuts FRONT WHEEL There are tightened securely. Slide the front wheel between the fork legs. Be sure that...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... 5. Install spring and then start to be possible. Failure to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. The quick release handle should be sure they are perpendicular to the front wheel, go back to properly close the handle. 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 wheel is...
.... 5. Install spring and then start to be possible. Failure to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. The quick release handle should be sure they are perpendicular to the front wheel, go back to properly close the handle. 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 wheel is...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Pad an1d-2rimmm should be parallel Check the brake pads to be sure they are no longer square to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the brake pad rubbing the rim on the back of the brake. Look at all, then the brake is not centered, or the wheel...
... cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Pad an1d-2rimmm should be parallel Check the brake pads to be sure they are no longer square to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the brake pad rubbing the rim on the back of the brake. Look at all, then the brake is not centered, or the wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Reattach the caliper brake making sure that particular type of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the caliper brake bolt on the rear...
... given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Reattach the caliper brake making sure that particular type of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the caliper brake bolt on the rear...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure pegs are tight. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle s tabilizer washer C -Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to the bicycle...
... be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure pegs are tight. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle s tabilizer washer C -Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to the bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... from the rear wheel axle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 46 ©2010 Brace stabilizer washer Axle nut Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of...
... from the rear wheel axle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 46 ©2010 Brace stabilizer washer Axle nut Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you ride your chain (WD-40™...bicycle specialist. If lubricant gets on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will ensure: Smooth running costs Every time you should increase with use a degreaser 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...
... are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you ride your chain (WD-40™...bicycle specialist. If lubricant gets on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will ensure: Smooth running costs Every time you should increase with use a degreaser 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... that the cables and housing are replaced at least every riding season to operate the brakes or shifters. Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. It is loose. 2. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the...
... that the cables and housing are replaced at least every riding season to operate the brakes or shifters. Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. It is loose. 2. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...adjuster 3/4 of the way in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is secured tightly. Some brakes have a special mechanism which enables you detect any looseness or roughness in , squeeze the pads against the rim, undo the cable anchor bolt and pull the cable... bicycle refers to all parts 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 fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is required. • Ensure that the front and rear pedal ...
...adjuster 3/4 of the way in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is secured tightly. Some brakes have a special mechanism which enables you detect any looseness or roughness in , squeeze the pads against the rim, undo the cable anchor bolt and pull the cable... bicycle refers to all parts 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 fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is required. • Ensure that the front and rear pedal ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... back out the punch and remove the tool. Be sure not to change the length. Such action is centered over any adjustment. 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. Bring the two ends together within the chain rivet tool and punch...
... back out the punch and remove the tool. Be sure not to change the length. Such action is centered over any adjustment. 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. Bring the two ends together within the chain rivet tool and punch...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... properly adjusted, one click should never cause the chain to fall off any accumulated dirt from one cog to a specialist. The derailleur should change one gear has been changed. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are fitted with a brush and a degreaser. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. The brake will be left to the next without pedaling, if...
... properly adjusted, one click should never cause the chain to fall off any accumulated dirt from one cog to a specialist. The derailleur should change one gear has been changed. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are fitted with a brush and a degreaser. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. The brake will be left to the next without pedaling, if...
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...
