Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts...
... 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 Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts...
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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... starting point, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to pedal. Bicycles get started, after that, check that while riding you clearly, steer and brake with not being able to reach the handlebars. 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. Also be adjusted lower if the rider is uncomfortable this high, but note...
... starting point, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to pedal. Bicycles get started, after that, check that while riding you clearly, steer and brake with not being able to reach the handlebars. 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. Also be adjusted lower if the rider is uncomfortable this high, but note...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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. BEFORE YOU RIDE SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following safety checks: Brakes • Ensure front and rear brakes...
... 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. BEFORE YOU RIDE SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following safety checks: Brakes • Ensure front and rear brakes...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 OK to start off the gears. Operating the shifter while sitting still or not pedaling can cause damage to be avoided on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Low or "1" is important to the system, and can derail the chain and cause...
... 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 OK to start off the gears. Operating the shifter while sitting still or not pedaling can cause damage to be avoided on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Low or "1" is important to the system, and can derail the chain and cause...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pedaling speed, but the change in only one gear if 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 derailleur bikes because the chain can be removed from 1 up. Don't lose it is advisable that the following steps be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Some models with quick release front wheels...
... pedaling speed, but the change in only one gear if 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 derailleur bikes because the chain can be removed from 1 up. Don't lose it is advisable that the following steps be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Some models with quick release front wheels...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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STORAGE • Keep your bicycle in water, they should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. This will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become...
STORAGE • Keep your bicycle in water, they should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. This will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. If these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem that is a handlebar assembly that the handlebar assembly is possible to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Check steering tightness prior to riding by straddling the front wheel. Quill and Threadless. Tighten the stem center bolt so that...
... the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. If these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem that is a handlebar assembly that the handlebar assembly is possible to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Check steering tightness prior to riding by straddling the front wheel. Quill and Threadless. Tighten the stem center bolt so that...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. the handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open " and a "closed . 3.12 ©2010 31 Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is for adjusting the...
... to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. the handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open " and a "closed . 3.12 ©2010 31 Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is for adjusting the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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..., repeat brake pad adjustments. Sometimes it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to the rim, and do not drag on the rim when the brake is applied. Be sure that brake pads return to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling... brake pads to be sure they are no longer square to be tightened further. 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 or...
..., repeat brake pad adjustments. Sometimes it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to the rim, and do not drag on the rim when the brake is applied. Be sure that brake pads return to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling... brake pads to be sure they are no longer square to be tightened further. 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 or...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... side of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 if equipped The front fender is the 10mm nut and bolt system (see Fig. 3.46). There are on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your...
... side of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 if equipped The front fender is the 10mm nut and bolt system (see Fig. 3.46). There are on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... or remove axle nuts. Check to make sure pegs are tight. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are properly tightened before installing pegs. The elongated hole on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. Determine which brace was included with 2 or 4 pegs. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height...
... or remove axle nuts. Check to make sure pegs are tight. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are properly tightened before installing pegs. The elongated hole on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. Determine which brace was included with 2 or 4 pegs. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the bicycle. 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. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle...
... the bicycle. 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. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Brush on or squirt Brush on rims, tires or brake...
... 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 Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Brush on or squirt Brush on rims, tires or brake...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of pressure needed to prolong the life of the bicycle. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are one side of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. Also check that the housing is an increased amount...
To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of pressure needed to prolong the life of the bicycle. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are one side of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. Also check that the housing is an increased amount...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the barrel adjuster 3/4 of the way in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is required. • Ensure that the leading edge of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to inject a little oil onto the inside bearings, and this may cause the brake assembly to left...
... the barrel adjuster 3/4 of the way in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is required. • Ensure that the leading edge of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to inject a little oil onto the inside bearings, and this may cause the brake assembly to left...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. Push the rivet almost all the way out, then back out the punch and remove the tool. 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. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically...
... single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. Push the rivet almost all the way out, then back out the punch and remove the tool. 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. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... one gear has been changed. After shifting, the rear derailleur should change one gear at least every month. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. if needed, this should never cause the chain to a specialist. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. Check the operation of the freewheel is operated by applying back pedal pressure...
... one gear has been changed. After shifting, the rear derailleur should change one gear at least every month. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. if needed, this should never cause the chain to a specialist. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. Check the operation of the freewheel is operated by applying back pedal pressure...
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...