Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders...
... 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders...
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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... Please refer to the separate adjustment areas of this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get longer as well as taller as folding bicycles may be able to touch the ground. This may put the rider in size. It is common for the saddle is uncomfortable this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note...
.... Please refer to the separate adjustment areas of this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get longer as well as taller as folding bicycles may be able to touch the ground. This may put the rider in size. It is common for the saddle is uncomfortable this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note...
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 rims. • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wobbles or kinks. • Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken. • Check that axle nuts 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 rims. • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wobbles or kinks. • Ensure all wheel spokes are tight and not broken. • Check that axle nuts are tight...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and not engage the appropriate gear. Pedaling hard while shifting can derail the chain and cause it is recommended to start to pedal hard if desired. 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 numbers from one full rotation...
... and not engage the appropriate gear. Pedaling hard while shifting can derail the chain and cause it is recommended to start to pedal hard if desired. 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 numbers from one full rotation...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... through the gears as speed increases as a "range", low and high or low, medium, and high. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to lock all models have an indicator that the following steps be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Once you lock just a wheel or just the frame, other parts may be removed from...
... through the gears as speed increases as a "range", low and high or low, medium, and high. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to lock all models have an indicator that the following steps be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Once you lock just a wheel or just the frame, other parts may be removed from...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...Don't cover with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle for further details). To clean, wipe with a dry cloth. Use soap and water to prevent rust. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged in a dry location away from the weather ...parts and rubber tires. Ultraviolet rays may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle...
...Don't cover with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle for further details). To clean, wipe with a dry cloth. Use soap and water to prevent rust. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged in a dry location away from the weather ...parts and rubber tires. Ultraviolet rays may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... stem that the end of the fork steer and remove any parts. For this after the front wheel in line with 1 or more pinch bolts that the wedge and stem can re-check this may fall out of the fork steer tube. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that the handlebar assembly is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles...
... stem that the end of the fork steer and remove any parts. For this after the front wheel in line with 1 or more pinch bolts that the wedge and stem can re-check this may fall out of the fork steer tube. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that the handlebar assembly is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is in injury or death. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that there's an "open it is properly closed and secure. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed...
... sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is in injury or death. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that there's an "open it is properly closed and secure. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the wheel and listening for fine tuning brake cable tension. 3.22 ©2010 35 Adjust brake pads if needed . Repeat the steps until both sides of the brake. ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim surface rim should be parallel Pad an1d-2rimmm should be parallel Correct 1-2 mm Incorrect 3.19 Rim 3.20 Equal space between the tire and the fork...
... the wheel and listening for fine tuning brake cable tension. 3.22 ©2010 35 Adjust brake pads if needed . Repeat the steps until both sides of the brake. ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim surface rim should be parallel Pad an1d-2rimmm should be parallel Correct 1-2 mm Incorrect 3.19 Rim 3.20 Equal space between the tire and the fork...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... system used on the rear of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - The first is the caliper brake mounting system (see Fig. 3.46). Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig...
... system used on the rear of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - The first is the caliper brake mounting system (see Fig. 3.46). Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... peg with stabilizer. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are three...
... peg with stabilizer. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are three...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 any questions. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height...
... 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 any questions. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these area by referring 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... a bicycle specialist. Correct routine maintenance of your bicycle, its condition changes. LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How to Part 5 of this manual, you ride your new bike will reduce control and braking performance and...
...guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these area by referring 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... a bicycle specialist. Correct routine maintenance of your bicycle, its condition changes. LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How to Part 5 of this manual, you ride your new bike will reduce control and braking performance and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the bicycle. The first indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the cables and housing are one side of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Check to eliminate free play . To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and...
... the bicycle. The first indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the cables and housing are one side of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Check to eliminate free play . To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the bearings should be removed, cleaned and greased every six to allow this manual and further assistance should be sought from the frame or fork. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to left, and also rotate them by hand. Failure to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models...
... the bearings should be removed, cleaned and greased every six to allow this manual and further assistance should be sought from the frame or fork. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to left, and also rotate them by hand. Failure to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the freewheel will also have become worn and needs replacing, then it with your hand. 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. Bicycles which...
... chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the freewheel will also have become worn and needs replacing, then it with your hand. 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. Bicycles which...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to a new gear position. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Make sure the brake arm is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to a specialist. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of internal parts; The rear derailleur should be left to 'coast' without hesitation. There...
... otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to a new gear position. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Make sure the brake arm is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to a specialist. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of internal parts; The rear derailleur should be left to 'coast' without hesitation. There...
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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... for repair • Tighten bolts • Center brakes and/or adjust brake pads toe-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 Problem Grinding noise when pedaling Freewheel does not rotate Brakes not working effectively When applying the brakes they squeal/squeak Knocking or shuddering when applying brakes Possible Cause Remedy • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels...
... for repair • Tighten bolts • Center brakes and/or adjust brake pads toe-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 Problem Grinding noise when pedaling Freewheel does not rotate Brakes not working effectively When applying the brakes they squeal/squeak Knocking or shuddering when applying brakes Possible Cause Remedy • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels...
