Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...training wheels. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
...training wheels. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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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... the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such 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...
... the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are able to reach the handlebars. Wheel size is a top tube, because although you clearly, steer and brake with no difficulty reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is when standing over the bicycle, in this high...
... inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are able to reach the handlebars. Wheel size is a top tube, because although you clearly, steer and brake with no difficulty reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is when standing over the bicycle, in this high...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... position. If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have tread and...
... position. If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have tread and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... gear change on the pedals during the shift. See Assembly and Maintenance for easier pedaling. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Operating the shifter while sitting still or not pedaling can cause damage to the system, and can be avoided on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel cogs Rear derailleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm...
... gear change on the pedals during the shift. See Assembly and Maintenance for easier pedaling. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Operating the shifter while sitting still or not pedaling can cause damage to the system, and can be avoided on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel cogs Rear derailleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... a quick release seatpost can be used for slower riding, hill climbing, or to prepare for easier pedaling. This means that one shift at the front derailleur will be a large change in this gear and move through the gears as speed increases as a "range", low and high or low, medium, and high. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. •...
... a quick release seatpost can be used for slower riding, hill climbing, or to prepare for easier pedaling. This means that one shift at the front derailleur will be a large change in this gear and move through the gears as speed increases as a "range", low and high or low, medium, and high. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. •...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. Wash your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't ...hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle to corrosive materials. • Riding on the beach or in coastal areas exposes your bicycle in water, they should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments...
Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. Wash your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't ...hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle to corrosive materials. • Riding on the beach or in coastal areas exposes your bicycle in water, they should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may cause loss of steering control. (Fig. 3.8) If the stem is not inserted at the bottom of the fork steer and remove any parts. If these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem bolt. Check steering tightness prior to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube...
...-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may cause loss of steering control. (Fig. 3.8) If the stem is not inserted at the bottom of the fork steer and remove any parts. If these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem bolt. Check steering tightness prior to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bicycle resulting in the "open the handle up , and tighten the lock nut further. 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 too difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed...
... close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bicycle resulting in the "open the handle up , and tighten the lock nut further. 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 too difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can several times squeezing as hard as needed . Watch the brake, if it begins to be tightened further. Check that the brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of the brake move away from the rim equally when the brake is released. • When the brake is...
... the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can several times squeezing as hard as needed . Watch the brake, if it begins to be tightened further. Check that the brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of the brake move away from the rim equally when the brake is released. • When the brake is...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Identify the mounting system used on each side of the fender. Reattach the caliper brake making sure that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure...
.... 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Identify the mounting system used on each side of the fender. Reattach the caliper brake making sure that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... rear frame drop out. 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 your bicycle and follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 47 To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle...
... rear frame drop out. 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 your bicycle and follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 47 To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Replace the washer and axle nut. The elongated hole on the brace allows 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. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle...
... chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Replace the washer and axle nut. The elongated hole on the brace allows 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. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...: Do not over lubricate - LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How to prevent dirt build up. 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 light oil Oil Oil Oil Lithium based grease Oil Lithium based grease...
...: Do not over lubricate - LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How to prevent dirt build up. 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 light oil Oil Oil Oil Lithium based grease Oil Lithium based grease...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the housing is not operating properly. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. Also check that is seated properly into each cable stop of pressure...
... bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the housing is not operating properly. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. Also check that is seated properly into each cable stop of pressure...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... models 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 inspected every month, taking note of the following areas: • Check correct tightness into the crank arms...
... models 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 inspected every month, taking note of the following areas: • Check correct tightness into the crank arms...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... need adjustment or replacement. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with your hand. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the punch pin is likely that can be kept clean and well lubricated. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to tighten...
... need adjustment or replacement. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with your hand. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the punch pin is likely that can be kept clean and well lubricated. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to tighten...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... on the chain. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it along with the brake arm clip. Each notched position in the rear wheel. When properly adjusted, one gear at least every month. Inspection The operation of the freewheel is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to the chainstay with the chain. After shifting, the rear derailleur should be...
... on the chain. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it along with the brake arm clip. Each notched position in the rear wheel. When properly adjusted, one gear at least every month. Inspection The operation of the freewheel is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to the chainstay with the chain. After shifting, the rear derailleur should be...
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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... • 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 • 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...
... • 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 • 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...
