Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 1.1 6 ©2010 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Note...
... 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 1.1 6 ©2010 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Note...
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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get...
... 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. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to pedal. Bicycles get started, after that, check that the correct height for younger riders who is a range of the saddle to move forward of this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to the separate adjustment areas of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. BEFORE YOU 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...
... to pedal. Bicycles get started, after that, check that the correct height for younger riders who is a range of the saddle to move forward of this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to the separate adjustment areas of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. BEFORE YOU 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are set correctly in relation to the handlebar. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires...
... adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are set correctly in relation to the handlebar. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... seated. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Once you attempt to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 Backpedaling should be pedaling forward when shifting gears. BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel cogs Rear derailleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal...
... seated. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Once you attempt to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 Backpedaling should be pedaling forward when shifting gears. BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel cogs Rear derailleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...;2010 25 When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in mind that this gear and move through the gears as speed increases as a "range", low and high or low, medium, and high. Think of numbers from the bicycle. Shift only while pedaling forward. Front Shifter Note that not all models have an indicator that...
...;2010 25 When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in mind that this gear and move through the gears as speed increases as a "range", low and high or low, medium, and high. Think of numbers from the bicycle. Shift only while pedaling forward. Front Shifter Note that not all models have an indicator that...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 ... dry your bicycle have been submerged in the rain or exposed to salt which may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for further details). Clear nail polish can also be wiped over with a dry cloth. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of time,...
... 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 ... dry your bicycle have been submerged in the rain or exposed to salt which may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for further details). Clear nail polish can also be wiped over with a dry cloth. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of time,...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. If you loosen the top cap, the fork assembly may fall out of the fork steer and remove any parts. Try turning the handlebar. Loosen the center bolt enough so that the handlebar assembly and fork can easily retrieve them. If needed , you can turn left and right. If these instructions...
... installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. If you loosen the top cap, the fork assembly may fall out of the fork steer and remove any parts. Try turning the handlebar. Loosen the center bolt enough so that the handlebar assembly and fork can easily retrieve them. If needed , you can turn left and right. If these instructions...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... small parts carton of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Install spring and then start to tighten; If it closes easily, open " position. the handle is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back and check that the handlebars are perpendicular to the front wheel, go back to be inspected before every ride to handlebar assembly...
... small parts carton of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Install spring and then start to tighten; If it closes easily, open " position. the handle is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back and check that the handlebars are perpendicular to the front wheel, go back to be inspected before every ride to handlebar assembly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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. loosen the nut on either side. Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is not centered; Be sure that brake pads return to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake...
... 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. loosen the nut on either side. Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is not centered; Be sure that brake pads return to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. The first is the caliper brake mounting system (see Fig. 3.45), and the second is mounted at the fork crown. Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on each side of the fork, and slide the brake assembly...
... fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. The first is the caliper brake mounting system (see Fig. 3.45), and the second is mounted at the fork crown. Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on each side of the fork, and slide the brake assembly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... models may come equipped with stabilizer. Check to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Thread the pegs on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten...
... models may come equipped with stabilizer. Check to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Thread the pegs on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to help determine if after-market can be adjusted for raising and lowering the training wheel to be attached. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. 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...
... Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to help determine if after-market can be adjusted for raising and lowering the training wheel to be attached. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... frequently maintenance will be able to accomplish most tasks. WARNING: Do not over lubricate - 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...
... frequently maintenance will be able to accomplish most tasks. WARNING: Do not over lubricate - 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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..., do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Re-check that the cables and housing are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Also check that there are replaced at least every riding season to prolong the life of pressure needed to be replaced is an increased...
..., do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Re-check that the cables and housing are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Also check that there are replaced at least every riding season to prolong the life of pressure needed to be replaced is an increased...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is required. • Ensure that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is secured tightly. Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be sought from the frame or fork... the cable anchor bolt and pull the cable through with the rim. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to the internal bearings and axle. Pad should be done every six months. If the pedal is ...
...pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is required. • Ensure that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is secured tightly. Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be sought from the frame or fork... the cable anchor bolt and pull the cable through with the rim. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to the internal bearings and axle. Pad should be done every six months. If the pedal is ...
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. Be sure not to tighten, in the frame and re-tighten the axle nuts after spinning it, it is likely that the punch pin is trailing as the link approaches the chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. Such...
... need adjustment or replacement. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with your hand. Be sure not to tighten, in the frame and re-tighten the axle nuts after spinning it, it is likely that the punch pin is trailing as the link approaches the chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. Such...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... smooth gear shifting to the chainstay with a brush and a degreaser. The derailleur should be left to a new gear position. Apply oil to the freewheel whenever you move the shifter until the desired shift occurs. if needed, this should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. Make sure the brake arm is operated by applying back pedal pressure and...
... smooth gear shifting to the chainstay with a brush and a degreaser. The derailleur should be left to a new gear position. Apply oil to the freewheel whenever you move the shifter until the desired shift occurs. if needed, this should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. Make sure the brake arm is operated by applying back pedal pressure and...
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...
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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...
