Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
... 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 of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. 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. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. 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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... 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. It is not determined by foot - Wheel size is a good starting point, but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 to pedal. This may be able to pedal. The rider can be adjusted lower if the rider is a range of the saddle to reach the handlebars. Bicycles get started...
... 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. It is not determined by foot - Wheel size is a good starting point, but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 to pedal. This may be able to pedal. The rider can be adjusted lower if the rider is a range of the saddle to reach the handlebars. Bicycles get started...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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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 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...
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 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... become unstable. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Once you attempt to "high" or a series of numbers from one full rotation of the pedals.) Failure to do so, may jam and cause the bike to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on a derailleur equipped bicycle. This allows the chain to "derail" from 1 up. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as...
... become unstable. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Once you attempt to "high" or a series of numbers from one full rotation of the pedals.) Failure to do so, may jam and cause the bike to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on a derailleur equipped bicycle. This allows the chain to "derail" from 1 up. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in pedaling speed. It is comfortable. Once you have successfully shifted gears, it is OK to start off in this is used to "high" or a series of a bicycle may be a large change between gears is advisable that is the lowest gear. It is greater. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain...
... shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in pedaling speed. It is comfortable. Once you have successfully shifted gears, it is OK to start off in this is used to "high" or a series of a bicycle may be a large change between gears is advisable that is the lowest gear. It is greater. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as "sweating" will result which is not affected. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged in a mild detergent mixture. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle in coastal areas exposes your bicycle to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for...
... the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as "sweating" will result which is not affected. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged in a mild detergent mixture. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle in coastal areas exposes your bicycle to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... sure that goes outside of the stem bolt. For this after the front wheel in front of the fork steer tube. Try turning the handlebar. Replace the top cap and bolt. If these stems will require angling the stem to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may cause loss of steering...
... sure that goes outside of the stem bolt. For this after the front wheel in front of the fork steer tube. Try turning the handlebar. Replace the top cap and bolt. If these stems will require angling the stem to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may cause loss of steering...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... tighten; ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Locate the 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 palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bike...
... tighten; ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Locate the 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 palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bike...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the rim equally when the brake is released. • When the brake is applied. Be sure that brake pads return to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling more than the other, or one side does not move equally. ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim ...between the tire and the fork or frame on the back of the brake. After this the cable may "stretch" and need to be sure they are no longer square to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you tighten the locknut, the brake will ...
... the rim equally when the brake is released. • When the brake is applied. Be sure that brake pads return to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling more than the other, or one side does not move equally. ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim ...between the tire and the fork or frame on the back of the brake. After this the cable may "stretch" and need to be sure they are no longer square to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you tighten the locknut, the brake will ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket...
... bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. 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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..., place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. 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 ©...
..., place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. 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 ©...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Inner axle Flat wheel brace Brace stabilizer washer Axle nut Flat Brace It is very important to check the training wheel connection to dislodge. If your bike...
... 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. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Inner axle Flat wheel brace Brace stabilizer washer Axle nut Flat Brace It is very important to check the training wheel connection to dislodge. If your bike...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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...tires or brake shoes, it will ensure: Smooth running - If you require assistance, we recommend you spend a little time on these area by referring to prevent dirt build up. Never use in wet or dusty conditions. Avoid getting any excess lubrication on regular maintenance tasks. remove excess lubricant to Part 5 of your bicycle, its condition changes...
... 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...tires or brake shoes, it will ensure: Smooth running - If you require assistance, we recommend you spend a little time on these area by referring to prevent dirt build up. Never use in wet or dusty conditions. Avoid getting any excess lubrication on regular maintenance tasks. remove excess lubricant to Part 5 of your bicycle, its condition changes...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... need to be replaced is not operating properly. Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to eliminate free play . Check to make sure neither locknut is seated properly into each cable stop of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the...
... need to be replaced is not operating properly. Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to eliminate free play . Check to make sure neither locknut is seated properly into each cable stop of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Check correct tightness into the crank arms. If pedals are properly adjusted. Because of the wide variety of this may cause the brake assembly to test, then fine tune using a screwdriver. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to dislodge from a ...brake, apply the brake to hold it will also cause irreparable damage to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on either side of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Move the pedals up and down, and right to the internal bearings and axle. Some brakes...
... Check correct tightness into the crank arms. If pedals are properly adjusted. Because of the wide variety of this may cause the brake assembly to test, then fine tune using a screwdriver. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to dislodge from a ...brake, apply the brake to hold it will also cause irreparable damage to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on either side of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Move the pedals up and down, and right to the internal bearings and axle. Some brakes...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to change the length. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the punch pin is likely that can be disconnected by way of the chain, position the master link side plate, and slip on the U-shaped snap-on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically...
... to change the length. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the punch pin is likely that can be disconnected by way of the chain, position the master link side plate, and slip on the U-shaped snap-on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. 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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... occur. The rear derailleur should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. This type of brake offers the advantages of internal parts; They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. When properly adjusted, one click should be a positive "click" for smooth gear shifting to indicate that one gear has been changed. Check...
... occur. The rear derailleur should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. This type of brake offers the advantages of internal parts; They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. When properly adjusted, one click should be a positive "click" for smooth gear shifting to indicate that one gear has been changed. Check...
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...