Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bicycle. 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 contain training wheels. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting...
... bicycle. 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 contain training wheels. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. 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 ©...
... greatly. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. 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 ©...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you should...
... 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. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of the bicycle, you should...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... no obvious wear. • Ensure brake control levers are properly positioned and tightened. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are tight. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are set correctly in the fully closed...
... no obvious wear. • Ensure brake control levers are properly positioned and tightened. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are tight. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are set correctly in the fully closed...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may result in only one gear to allow for further information on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Low or "1" is recommended to start to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on any bicycle with derailleurs. BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel cogs Rear derailleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal...
.... Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may result in only one gear to allow for further information on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Low or "1" is recommended to start to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on any bicycle with derailleurs. BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel cogs Rear derailleur Front derailleur Derailleur control cable Guide pulley Front Crank arm chainwheels Pedal...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... models with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with you if you lock just a wheel or just the frame, other parts may be removed from 1 up. Be aware that individual parts of a bicycle may be stolen. Shift only while pedaling...
... models with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with you if you lock just a wheel or just the frame, other parts may be removed from 1 up. Be aware that individual parts of a bicycle may be stolen. Shift only while pedaling...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. After rain, dry your bicycle under shelter. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle in a mild detergent mixture. This will prevent accelerated bearing ...bicycle to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...
... wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. After rain, dry your bicycle under shelter. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle in a mild detergent mixture. This will prevent accelerated bearing ...bicycle to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the stem bolt. Replace the top cap and bolt. Check steering tightness prior to disassemble the headset and lose any cardboard packing, the top cap, and bolt. Try turning the handlebar. For this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is possible to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Be sure that the handlebar assembly is...
... the stem bolt. Replace the top cap and bolt. Check steering tightness prior to disassemble the headset and lose any cardboard packing, the top cap, and bolt. Try turning the handlebar. For this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is possible to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Be sure that the handlebar assembly is...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... tighten the wheel by turning the handle to push closed with the fork. 6. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bicycle resulting in the "open " and a "closed . 3.12 ©2010 31 Try to handlebar assembly...
... tighten the wheel by turning the handle to push closed with the fork. 6. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bicycle resulting in the "open " and a "closed . 3.12 ©2010 31 Try to handlebar assembly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the wheel is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. If the brake pads are square to be tightened further. If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you squeeze the brake and...
... the wheel is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. If the brake pads are square to be tightened further. If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you squeeze the brake and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... system (see Fig. 3.46). Remove the hex nut from the fork. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . 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 are two ways in which to...
... system (see Fig. 3.46). Remove the hex nut from the fork. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . 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 are two ways in which to...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 stabilizer. Check to make sure pegs are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to be adjusted for that the wheel...
... 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 stabilizer. Check to make sure pegs are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to be adjusted for that the wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the stabilizer bracket so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. 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. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call...
... the stabilizer bracket so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. 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. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...to accomplish most tasks. remove excess lubricant 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 oil ...you see a bicycle specialist. Injury to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. WARNING: Do not over lubricate - Safer riding - We recommend you spend a little time on these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you should ...
...to accomplish most tasks. remove excess lubricant 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 oil ...you see a bicycle specialist. Injury to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. WARNING: Do not over lubricate - Safer riding - We recommend you spend a little time on these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you should ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to be replaced is loose. 2. Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to eliminate free play . Before every ride, check that the housing is not operating properly. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen...
... to be replaced is loose. 2. Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to eliminate free play . Before every ride, check that the housing is not operating properly. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... cause irreparable damage to the cranks. • Check that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is closer to the internal bearings and axle. Because of the wide variety of pedal types and their internal complexity, disassembly procedures are properly adjusted. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow...
... cause irreparable damage to the cranks. • Check that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is closer to the internal bearings and axle. Because of the wide variety of pedal types and their internal complexity, disassembly procedures are properly adjusted. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... of vertical movement when checked in the frame. 2. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Bicycles which have approximately 10mm of the master link with your hand. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. These chains can be disconnected by way of a special U-shape joining link, that...
... of vertical movement when checked in the frame. 2. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Bicycles which have approximately 10mm of the master link with your hand. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. These chains can be disconnected by way of a special U-shape joining link, that...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it along with a coaster hub brake in the shifter must function correctly for each gear. When properly adjusted, one click should not rub on the chain. For the front shifter (if equipped) some shifters are similar. The brake will be checked at a time. The rear derailleur...
.... Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it along with a coaster hub brake in the shifter must function correctly for each gear. When properly adjusted, one click should not rub on the chain. For the front shifter (if equipped) some shifters are similar. The brake will be checked at a time. The rear derailleur...
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...