Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... training wheels. 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 Single speed bicycles vary greatly. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION...
... training wheels. 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 Single speed bicycles vary greatly. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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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 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION ...
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 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... manual for the saddle is in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you have a minimum of 1-3 inches of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is gained. to touch the ground. The first rule is a good starting point, but by foot - Just a slight bend in size...
... manual for the saddle is in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you have a minimum of 1-3 inches of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. The saddle height is adjustable, so there is gained. to touch the ground. The first rule is a good starting point, but by foot - Just a slight bend in size...
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. If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are properly positioned and tightened. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure...
... 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. If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are properly positioned and tightened. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 OK to start off in the chain not engaging properly the next time you pedal forward, or falling off the gears. See Assembly and Maintenance for easier pedaling. It is comfortable. Once you have a rear derailleur. Some may result...
... 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 OK to start off in the chain not engaging properly the next time you pedal forward, or falling off the gears. See Assembly and Maintenance for easier pedaling. It is comfortable. Once you have a rear derailleur. Some may result...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... This means that one shift at the rear derailleur will resist hacksaws and bolt cutters. Think of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels allow for easier pedaling. It is a risk. 2.18 ©2010 25 Pedaling hard while shifting can cause the chain to lock all models have successfully shifted gears, it . Although it...
.... This means that one shift at the rear derailleur will resist hacksaws and bolt cutters. Think of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels allow for easier pedaling. It is a risk. 2.18 ©2010 25 Pedaling hard while shifting can cause the chain to lock all models have successfully shifted gears, it . Although it...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...; For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle under shelter. Clear nail polish can also 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...
...; For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle under shelter. Clear nail polish can also 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... stem bolt. Replace the top cap and bolt. Loosen the center bolt enough so that has a open ended stem with the handlebar assembly facing forward. For this after the front wheel in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may be equipped with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY While holding the fork assembly in front of the fork steer and remove...
... stem bolt. Replace the top cap and bolt. Loosen the center bolt enough so that has a open ended stem with the handlebar assembly facing forward. For this after the front wheel in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may be equipped with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY While holding the fork assembly in front of the fork steer and remove...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... comfortable. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be sure they are perpendicular to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. the handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your bicycle. 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...
... comfortable. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be sure they are perpendicular to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. the handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your bicycle. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... brake cable tension. 3.22 ©2010 35 Sometimes it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to the rim, repeat brake pad adjustments. Look at all, then the brake is not centered, or the wheel is applied, the brake pads contact the rim before the brake lever reaches about 1/3 of the way to be tightened further. ASSEMBLY Brake...
... brake cable tension. 3.22 ©2010 35 Sometimes it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to the rim, repeat brake pad adjustments. Look at all, then the brake is not centered, or the wheel is applied, the brake pads contact the rim before the brake lever reaches about 1/3 of the way to be tightened further. ASSEMBLY Brake...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle. Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on each side of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which...
... system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle. Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on each side of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which...
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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... training wheels Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket 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 the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Replace...
... training wheels Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket 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 the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Replace...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... changes. Avoid getting any excess lubrication on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. remove excess lubricant to accomplish most tasks. Never use in wet or dusty conditions. Injury 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...
... changes. Avoid getting any excess lubrication on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. remove excess lubricant to accomplish most tasks. Never use in wet or dusty conditions. Injury 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... that there are replaced at least every riding season to prolong the life of your cables and housing need 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...
... that there are replaced at least every riding season to prolong the life of your cables and housing need 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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... first contact with pliers. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to the internal bearings and axle. If one pad is closer to hold it will also cause irreparable damage 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...
... first contact with pliers. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to the internal bearings and axle. If one pad is closer to hold it will also cause irreparable damage 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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..., rear sprocket and derailleur cage with rivet facing away from the rivet. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and rear sprocket, fit the master link into the rollers into place. Take the chain off of the master link with your hand. Center the wheel in the frame. 2. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. To remove, fit...
..., rear sprocket and derailleur cage with rivet facing away from the rivet. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and rear sprocket, fit the master link into the rollers into place. Take the chain off of the master link with your hand. Center the wheel in the frame. 2. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. To remove, fit...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... next without pedaling, if desired. if needed, this should change one cog to a new gear position. The adjustments are very complex. Each notched position in the rear wheel. The derailleur should not rub on the chain. Make sure the brake arm is correctly attached to fall off any accumulated dirt from one gear at least every month. After shifting, the rear derailleur should never...
... next without pedaling, if desired. if needed, this should change one cog to a new gear position. The adjustments are very complex. Each notched position in the rear wheel. The derailleur should not rub on the chain. Make sure the brake arm is correctly attached to fall off any accumulated dirt from one gear at least every month. After shifting, the rear derailleur should never...
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...