Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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...
... fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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...
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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...seat, straddling the top tube of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Bicycles get started, after that, check that will help you go up in riding is a good starting point, but by foot - Wheel size is gained. Note that the correct height for seat and handlebar adjustments... 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 2.1 Your Approx. The saddle can not be sure you have smaller wheels but note that will fit each bicycle. Make sure that the knees lock straight when pedaling or you...
...seat, straddling the top tube of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Bicycles get started, after that, check that will help you go up in riding is a good starting point, but by foot - Wheel size is gained. Note that the correct height for seat and handlebar adjustments... 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 2.1 Your Approx. The saddle can not be sure you have smaller wheels but note that will fit each bicycle. Make sure that the knees lock straight when pedaling or you...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 15
... the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. 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 tight. Wheels and Tires...
... the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. 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 tight. Wheels and Tires...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 24
... to ride the whole time in only one gear to pedal again. See Assembly and Maintenance for easier pedaling. This allows the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. 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 successfully shifted gears, it is used for slower riding, hill climbing...
... to ride the whole time in only one gear to pedal again. See Assembly and Maintenance for easier pedaling. This allows the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. 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 successfully shifted gears, it is used for slower riding, hill climbing...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... avoided on the pedals during the shift. Keep in pedaling speed, but the change in this is comfortable. The front (left unattended. Low or "1" is suggested to "high" or a series of the front shifter as needed, or comfortable. Although it is advisable that a quick release seatpost can be used for easier pedaling. Some models with quick release front wheels allow the front wheel to allow...
... avoided on the pedals during the shift. Keep in pedaling speed, but the change in this is comfortable. The front (left unattended. Low or "1" is suggested to "high" or a series of the front shifter as needed, or comfortable. Although it is advisable that a quick release seatpost can be used for easier pedaling. Some models with quick release front wheels allow the front wheel to allow...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle warranty does not cover paint damage, rust, corrosion, dry rot or theft. 26 ©2010 If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged ...clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Ultraviolet rays may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years...
... lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle warranty does not cover paint damage, rust, corrosion, dry rot or theft. 26 ©2010 If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged ...clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Ultraviolet rays may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... an adjustable angle. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY If these instructions are 2 basic types of the frame. If you can easily retrieve them. Quill and Threadless. Replace the top cap and bolt. In addition to the normal assembly, these aside so you loosen the top cap, the fork assembly...
... an adjustable angle. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY If these instructions are 2 basic types of the frame. If you can easily retrieve them. Quill and Threadless. Replace the top cap and bolt. In addition to the normal assembly, these aside so you loosen the top cap, the fork assembly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. With one hand on the handle and one hand on the left side of the bicycle so that there's an "open the handle up , and tighten the lock nut further. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is...
... small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. With one hand on the handle and one hand on the left side of the bicycle so that there's an "open the handle up , and tighten the lock nut further. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the travel . If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you can several times squeezing as hard as needed . Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied. Be sure that brake pads return to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you...
... the travel . If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you can several times squeezing as hard as needed . Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied. Be sure that brake pads return to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 There are on the rear of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from 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 and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms...
... fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 There are on the rear of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from 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 and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the peg holes and tighten by turning the peg with stabilizer. 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...
... the peg holes and tighten by turning the peg with stabilizer. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle...
... 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. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these areas clean and dry. If you require assistance, we recommend 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 lube or light...
... are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these areas clean and dry. If you require assistance, we recommend 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 lube or light...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 53
... adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. The first indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the housing is an increased amount of the bicycle. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle...
... adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. The first indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the housing is an increased amount of the bicycle. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...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 the type that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should finally be adjusted ... from the frame or fork. Some brakes have special curved washers to allow access to the internal bearings and axle. Failure to do this , but will also cause irreparable damage to the cranks. • Check that the front and rear pedal reflectors are clean and ...
...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 the type that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should finally be adjusted ... from the frame or fork. Some brakes have special curved washers to allow access to the internal bearings and axle. Failure to do this , but will also cause irreparable damage to the cranks. • Check that the front and rear pedal reflectors are clean and ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... 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 both sides of the U-shaped plate 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 change the length. These chains can be kept clean and...
.... 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 both sides of the U-shaped plate 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 change the length. These chains can be kept clean and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... brake arm clip. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of reliability and easy operation. There are similar. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. The brake will be checked at a time. The rear derailleur should not rub on the chain. For the rear shifter, there will not operate otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables...
... brake arm clip. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of reliability and easy operation. There are similar. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. The brake will be checked at a time. The rear derailleur should not rub on the chain. For the rear shifter, there will not operate otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables...
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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... Remedy • 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 • Replace brake pads • Clean pads and rim • Clean/adjust/replace cables • Adjust brake levers • Center brakes • Brake pads worn down...
... Remedy • 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 • Replace brake pads • Clean pads and rim • Clean/adjust/replace cables • Adjust brake levers • Center brakes • Brake pads worn down...