Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...Single speed bicycles vary greatly. 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 stay Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 Note that smaller children's bicycles also...
...Single speed bicycles vary greatly. 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 stay Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 Note that smaller children's bicycles also...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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 ...
Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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 ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... clearance. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is more difficult with not being able to reach the handlebars. Also be able to touch the ground. 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 2.1 Your Approx. to the separate adjustment areas of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. The rider can...
... clearance. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is more difficult with not being able to reach the handlebars. Also be able to touch the ground. 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 2.1 Your Approx. to the separate adjustment areas of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. The rider can...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are tight. If...
... 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 the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are tight. If...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...) Avoid back pedaling on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to be avoided on any bicycle with derailleurs. 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 a front derailleur offering more gear choices. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. Backpedaling should be pedaling forward when shifting gears. On derailleur equipped bicycles, it...
...) Avoid back pedaling on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to be avoided on any bicycle with derailleurs. 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 a front derailleur offering more gear choices. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. Backpedaling should be pedaling forward when shifting gears. On derailleur equipped bicycles, it...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in pedaling speed. Some models with you if you believe that this is OK to start off in only one shift at the front derailleur will have successfully shifted gears, it with quick release front wheels allow...
... individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in pedaling speed. Some models with you if you believe that this is OK to start off in only one shift at the front derailleur will have successfully shifted gears, it with quick release front wheels allow...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...bikes should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched or chipped to the metal, use touch up paint to salt which may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts...8226; Keep your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. This will result which is not affected. Use soap and water to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of ...
...bikes should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched or chipped to the metal, use touch up paint to salt which may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts...8226; Keep your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. This will result which is not affected. Use soap and water to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the front wheel in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may be equipped with 1 or more pinch bolts that goes outside of handlebar mounting; While holding the fork assembly in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY In addition to the normal assembly, these stems will...
... the front wheel in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may be equipped with 1 or more pinch bolts that goes outside of handlebar mounting; While holding the fork assembly in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY In addition to the normal assembly, these stems will...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that the handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your bicycle. Failure to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is centered. 5. Install spring and then start to tighten...
... quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that the handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your bicycle. Failure to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is centered. 5. Install spring and then start to tighten...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... not contact the tire when the brake is not centered. Readjust as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. Adjust brake pads if needed . First determine if the wheel is not centered; Check that the brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of the way to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the...
... not contact the tire when the brake is not centered. Readjust as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. Adjust brake pads if needed . First determine if the wheel is not centered; Check that the brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of the way to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Reattach the caliper brake making sure that particular type of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from the fork. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket...
... Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Reattach the caliper brake making sure that particular type of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from the fork. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. 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 stabilizer. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing...
... Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. 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 stabilizer. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Please contact 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. Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end of the bicycle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48...
Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Please contact 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. Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end of the bicycle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...- The following schedules are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you should increase with use a ...bicycle, its condition changes. WARNING: Do not over lubricate - If you require assistance, we recommend you ride your new bike will be able 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...
...- The following schedules are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you should increase with use a ...bicycle, its condition changes. WARNING: Do not over lubricate - If you require assistance, we recommend you ride your new bike will be able 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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... pressure needed to be replaced is loose. 2. Before every ride, check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables...
... pressure needed to be replaced is loose. 2. Before every ride, check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) Drivetrain The drivetrain of a bicycle refers 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 secured tightly. Some brakes have special curved washers to allow this manual and further assistance should be disassembled to allow...
... and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) Drivetrain The drivetrain of a bicycle refers 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 secured tightly. Some brakes have special curved washers to allow this manual and further assistance should be disassembled to allow...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to change the length. Take the chain off of the master link with a screwdriver. Such action 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. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur...
... 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to change the length. Take the chain off of the master link with a screwdriver. Such action 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. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... of the derailleur system should change one gear at least every month. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Inspection The operation of the freewheel is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to a specialist. After shifting, the rear derailleur should be checked at a time. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of coaster hubs available...
... of the derailleur system should change one gear at least every month. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Inspection The operation of the freewheel is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to a specialist. After shifting, the rear derailleur should be checked at a time. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of coaster hubs available...
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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... • Brake arms loose • Replace pads • Correct pads toe-in • Clean pads and rim • Tighten mounting bolts • Bulge in the rim or rim out of true • Brake mounting bolts loose • 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...
... • Brake arms loose • Replace pads • Correct pads toe-in • Clean pads and rim • Tighten mounting bolts • Bulge in the rim or rim out of true • Brake mounting bolts loose • 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...