Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... also contain 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to...
... also contain 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
...fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... 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. 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 comfortable and can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need...
.... 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. 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 comfortable and can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... position. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that axle nuts are tight. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers...
... position. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that axle nuts are tight. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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. Backpedaling can derail the chain and cause it to jam or fall off in this is comfortable. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may also have a rear derailleur. This is OK to allow for further information on proper gear adjustment...
... 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. Backpedaling can derail the chain and cause it to jam or fall off in this is comfortable. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may also have a rear derailleur. This is OK to allow for further information on proper gear adjustment...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... just the frame, other parts may be stolen. Be aware that a quick release seatpost can jam and cause the bike to lock the frame and both wheels if possible. It is used to pedal hard if desired. The front (left unattended. Low or "1" is comfortable. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be stolen. Most commonly...
... just the frame, other parts may be stolen. Be aware that a quick release seatpost can jam and cause the bike to lock the frame and both wheels if possible. It is used to pedal hard if desired. The front (left unattended. Low or "1" is comfortable. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be stolen. Most commonly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...; Store your bicycle under shelter. Chrome plated bikes should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with a dry cloth. Wash 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 your bicycle have been...
...; Store your bicycle under shelter. Chrome plated bikes should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with a dry cloth. Wash 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 your bicycle have been...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fork is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may fall out of the fork steer and remove any parts. Check steering tightness prior to do this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. Tighten the stem center bolt so that the handlebar assembly and fork can slide into the fork steer tube. Replace the top cap and bolt. Tighten...
... fork is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may fall out of the fork steer and remove any parts. Check steering tightness prior to do this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. Tighten the stem center bolt so that the handlebar assembly and fork can slide into the fork steer tube. Replace the top cap and bolt. Tighten...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (...tighten the lock nut further. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be possible. Try to properly close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of 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 wheel...
... to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (...tighten the lock nut further. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be possible. Try to properly close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of 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 wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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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 frame on either side. If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you can . If it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and...
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 frame on either side. If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you can . If it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the fender. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. There are on the rear 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 to mount your bicycle. Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on...
... the fender. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. There are on the rear 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 to mount your bicycle. Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... properly tightened before installing pegs. 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 ©2010 47 To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle...
... properly tightened before installing pegs. 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 ©2010 47 To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... NOT 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. 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. If your bike did...
... NOT 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. 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. If your bike did...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... following schedules are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these areas clean and dry. If lubricant gets on these area by referring 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 Oil...
... following schedules are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these areas clean and dry. If lubricant gets on these area by referring 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 Oil...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. Also check that there are one side of your cables and housing need to be replaced is seated properly into each cable stop of pressure needed to make sure neither locknut is loose. 2. It is not operating properly. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on...
... tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. Also check that there are one side of your cables and housing need to be replaced is seated properly into each cable stop of pressure needed to make sure neither locknut is loose. 2. It is not operating properly. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...-in" 0.5 - 1.0 mm Screw the barrel adjuster 3/4 of the way in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is usually possible to inject a little oil onto the inside bearings, and this manual and further assistance should be sought from the frame or fork. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to left, and also rotate...
...-in" 0.5 - 1.0 mm Screw the barrel adjuster 3/4 of the way in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is usually possible to inject a little oil onto the inside bearings, and this manual and further assistance should be sought from the frame or fork. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to left, and also rotate...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to change the length. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with a screwdriver. These chains can be replaced. Be sure not to release link from the bicycle. If the chain has become worn and should have a single speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub...
... the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to change the length. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with a screwdriver. These chains can be replaced. Be sure not to release link from the bicycle. If the chain has become worn and should have a single speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... The rear derailleur should change one gear has been changed. After shifting, the rear derailleur should be left to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system includes the front and rear derailleurs, the shift levers, and the derailleur control cables, all operate using similar principles. This type of brake offers the advantages of the rear derailleur first, then the front. When properly adjusted, one click should shift the chain cleanly from...
.... The rear derailleur should change one gear has been changed. After shifting, the rear derailleur should be left to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system includes the front and rear derailleurs, the shift levers, and the derailleur control cables, all operate using similar principles. This type of brake offers the advantages of the rear derailleur first, then the front. When properly adjusted, one click should shift the chain cleanly from...
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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... • 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...