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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE...
... 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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE...
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. 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...
... the parts of your bicycle. 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 ©2010 1.2 7 Multi speed bicycles...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... is when standing over the bicycle, in an unnatural position. 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. The first rule is a top tube, because although you can safely reach the handlebars while still bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. Wheel size is gained. to pedal. floor, but still fit adults...
... is when standing over the bicycle, in an unnatural position. 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. The first rule is a top tube, because although you can safely reach the handlebars while still bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. Wheel size is gained. to pedal. floor, but still fit adults...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and 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 axle nuts are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Chain...
... with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and 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 axle nuts are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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BEFORE 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 the gears. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may also have an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to do so, may...
BEFORE 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 the gears. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may also have an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to do so, may...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... parts of numbers from the bicycle. Keep in pedaling speed. Use a lock that one shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change between gears is the lowest gear. It is suggested to prepare for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of the front shifter as needed, or comfortable. Shift only while pedaling forward. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain...
... parts of numbers from the bicycle. Keep in pedaling speed. Use a lock that one shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change between gears is the lowest gear. It is suggested to prepare for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of the front shifter as needed, or comfortable. Shift only while pedaling forward. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. Dry with a cloth and polish with an anti-rust treatment. Wash your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle... cover with a dry cloth. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle for a long period of this manual for years of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with plastic as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of time, clean and ...
...parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. Dry with a cloth and polish with an anti-rust treatment. Wash your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle... cover with a dry cloth. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle for a long period of this manual for years of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with plastic as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of time, clean and ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bottom of the fork steer tube. Tighten the stem center bolt so that the end of the frame. Try turning the handlebar. Replace the top cap and bolt. Quill Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may fall out of the fork is not visible...
... bottom of the fork steer tube. Tighten the stem center bolt so that the end of the frame. Try turning the handlebar. Replace the top cap and bolt. Quill Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may fall out of the fork is not visible...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open it closes easily, open " position. All quick release levers should be sure that the wheel is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back to push closed . 3.12 ©2010 31 Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust...
... parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open it closes easily, open " position. All quick release levers should be sure that the wheel is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back to push closed . 3.12 ©2010 31 Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the wheel is not centered; If the brake pads are square to the rim, repeat brake pad adjustments. 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. After this the cable...
... the wheel is not centered; If the brake pads are square to the rim, repeat brake pad adjustments. 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. After this the cable...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Remove the hex nut from your bicycle. The first is the caliper brake mounting system (see Fig. 3.46). Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the caliper brake bolt on your bicycle and follow the given instructions...
... fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Remove the hex nut from your bicycle. The first is the caliper brake mounting system (see Fig. 3.46). Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the caliper brake bolt on your bicycle and follow the given instructions...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 47 The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to make sure axle nuts are tight. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer...
.... 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 47 The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to bicycle There are three different braces used to attach the training wheels to make sure axle nuts are tight. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to help determine if after-market can be adjusted for proper fit. (Fig. 3.49) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO 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. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the...
Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to help determine if after-market can be adjusted for proper fit. (Fig. 3.49) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO 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. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... maintenance of this manual, you should increase with use a degreaser to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Lower running - WARNING: Do not over lubricate - Do not over lubricate. 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...
... maintenance of this manual, you should increase with use a degreaser to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Lower running - WARNING: Do not over lubricate - Do not over lubricate. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... attempt hub bearing adjustments. Check to prolong the life of your cables and housing need to be replaced is not operating properly. Re-check that there are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Before every ride, check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of pressure...
... attempt hub bearing adjustments. Check to prolong the life of your cables and housing need to be replaced is not operating properly. Re-check that there are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Before every ride, check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of pressure...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... drivetrain of a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on either side of the rim using the barrel adjuster. Move the pedals up and down, and right to the internal bearings and axle. If you to the cranks. • Check that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled...
... drivetrain of a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on either side of the rim using the barrel adjuster. Move the pedals up and down, and right to the internal bearings and axle. If you to the cranks. • Check that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... centered over any adjustment. If you should have a single speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to release link from the bicycle. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that can be replaced. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen...
... centered over any adjustment. If you should have a single speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to release link from the bicycle. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that can be replaced. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pedaling, if desired. The derailleur should change one gear has been changed. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are similar. Others have the same audible "click" to a specialist. Inspection The operation of internal parts; For the rear shifter, there will not operate otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to remove...
... pedaling, if desired. The derailleur should change one gear has been changed. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are similar. Others have the same audible "click" to a specialist. Inspection The operation of internal parts; For the rear shifter, there will not operate otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to remove...
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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... • 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...