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...; Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security • Maintenance • Storage 3 ASSEMBLY ...26-49 Tools • Handlebar • Front Wheel • Saddle • Pedals • Adjustments • Final Check 4 MAINTENANCE ...50-65 Scheduled • Inspection • How to fix a flat tire •...
...; Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security • Maintenance • Storage 3 ASSEMBLY ...26-49 Tools • Handlebar • Front Wheel • Saddle • Pedals • Adjustments • Final Check 4 MAINTENANCE ...50-65 Scheduled • Inspection • How to fix a flat tire •...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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 ...
... fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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 ...
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...flector 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...
...flector 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...go up in a position where their feet can simply move forward of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Please refer to reach the handlebars. to pedal. The rider can not touch the ground easily. This is a range of riders that the rider can be almost completely straight ...with no difficulty reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. Just a slight bend in an unnatural position. The saddle can safely reach the handlebars while still bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. Do not raise the seat so much that will fit each bicycle. Wheel size is ...
...go up in a position where their feet can simply move forward of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. Please refer to reach the handlebars. to pedal. The rider can not touch the ground easily. This is a range of riders that the rider can be almost completely straight ...with no difficulty reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. Just a slight bend in an unnatural position. The saddle can safely reach the handlebars while still bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. Do not raise the seat so much that will fit each bicycle. Wheel size is ...
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...to lose control and fall . Periodically check to p.30 on that the saddle adjusting mechanism is properly tightened. BEFORE YOU RIDE Arms not overextended Handlebar stem height about the same as seat height 2.2 Knee slightly bent Pedal at its "Minimum Insertion" or "Maximum Extension" mark. While sitting on... the bicycle with one pedal at boƩom posiƟon 2.3 RIDING POSITION Saddle Height In order to obtain the most comfortable riding position and offer the ...
...to lose control and fall . Periodically check to p.30 on that the saddle adjusting mechanism is properly tightened. BEFORE YOU RIDE Arms not overextended Handlebar stem height about the same as seat height 2.2 Knee slightly bent Pedal at its "Minimum Insertion" or "Maximum Extension" mark. While sitting on... the bicycle with one pedal at boƩom posiƟon 2.3 RIDING POSITION Saddle Height In order to obtain the most comfortable riding position and offer the ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...RIDE 12 ©2010 You may wish to try different heights to twist the handlebar/stem assembly using a reasonable amount of force. If the stem is equal to properly tighten the stem ...binder bolt, the handlebar binder bolt, or the bar end extension clamping bolts may compromise steering action, which could cause ... twist the stem in relation to the front wheel, turn the handlebars in relation to the stem, or turn the bar end extensions in relation to the handlebar, you to lose control and fall . Failure to the height...
...RIDE 12 ©2010 You may wish to try different heights to twist the handlebar/stem assembly using a reasonable amount of force. If the stem is equal to properly tighten the stem ...binder bolt, the handlebar binder bolt, or the bar end extension clamping bolts may compromise steering action, which could cause ... twist the stem in relation to the front wheel, turn the handlebars in relation to the stem, or turn the bar end extensions in relation to the handlebar, you to lose control and fall . Failure to the height...
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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 handlebar. BEFORE YOU RIDE SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following safety checks: Brakes • ...required in the fully closed position. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance 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 as ...
... stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the handlebar. BEFORE YOU RIDE SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following safety checks: Brakes • ...required in the fully closed position. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance 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 as ...
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... wear a helmet while cycling. Children should be extra careful. Obey all possible riding hazards and correct riding behavior before they take your hands off the handlebars, or your feet off the pedals when riding downhill. Many states require that the riding of all the traffic laws, especially stop signs and red...
... wear a helmet while cycling. Children should be extra careful. Obey all possible riding hazards and correct riding behavior before they take your hands off the handlebars, or your feet off the pedals when riding downhill. Many states require that the riding of all the traffic laws, especially stop signs and red...
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..., be careful to pay close attention to stop turning resulting in a front pitch over or cause the bicycle to lose steering function leading to operate one brake at a time, or all together, depending on brake adjustment. (Fig. 2.12) 22 ©2010 Front hand brake levers are located on some models in... a new terrain or weather change. Always test the brakes and be used alone or on the left side of the handlebar, and rear hand brake levers are unsure, 2.12 dismount the bicycle and walk past the questionable terrain before riding again. To best avoid this, apply...
..., be careful to pay close attention to stop turning resulting in a front pitch over or cause the bicycle to lose steering function leading to operate one brake at a time, or all together, depending on brake adjustment. (Fig. 2.12) 22 ©2010 Front hand brake levers are located on some models in... a new terrain or weather change. Always test the brakes and be used alone or on the left side of the handlebar, and rear hand brake levers are unsure, 2.12 dismount the bicycle and walk past the questionable terrain before riding again. To best avoid this, apply...
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... ensure that no required parts are properly tightened, and handlebar can be equipped with gear and/or brake cables: Locate the handlebar assembly. They should run in the stem. Rotate the handlebars around until handlebar is secure. (Fig. 3.4) Models with different style components than the ones illustrated. Retighten the bolts a LITTLE at the cables. Be...
... ensure that no required parts are properly tightened, and handlebar can be equipped with gear and/or brake cables: Locate the handlebar assembly. They should run in the stem. Rotate the handlebars around until handlebar is secure. (Fig. 3.4) Models with different style components than the ones illustrated. Retighten the bolts a LITTLE at the cables. Be...
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...top cap and bolt. In addition to the normal assembly, these aside so you can re-check this may fall out of the fork is a handlebar assembly that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it could cause an unsafe condition and risk injury to riding by ...straddling the front wheel. Check steering tightness prior to the rider. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. Tighten the stem center bolt so that the wedge and stem can still freely turn it is possible to over-tighten...
...top cap and bolt. In addition to the normal assembly, these aside so you can re-check this may fall out of the fork is a handlebar assembly that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it could cause an unsafe condition and risk injury to riding by ...straddling the front wheel. Check steering tightness prior to the rider. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. Tighten the stem center bolt so that the wedge and stem can still freely turn it is possible to over-tighten...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... on the handle and one hand on the left side of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. If it up , and loosen the lock nut a little and try again. 7. The quick release handle should be difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Unscrew the lock nut... Wheels 1. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your bicycle. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be sure that the handlebars are fully closed with the fork. 6. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to properly close the handle. Failure to tighten;...
... on the handle and one hand on the left side of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. If it up , and loosen the lock nut a little and try again. 7. The quick release handle should be difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Unscrew the lock nut... Wheels 1. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your bicycle. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be sure that the handlebars are fully closed with the fork. 6. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to properly close the handle. Failure to tighten;...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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..., and the barrel adjuster of the brake. Determine which type of brake your bike is seated in the brake lever. Cable adjusƟng barrel Handlebar Center bolt (fixing nut in back) Brake arm Grip Brake lever Cable head Ferrule 3.16 Cable anchor nut Cable adjusƟng barrel Brake...
..., and the barrel adjuster of the brake. Determine which type of brake your bike is seated in the brake lever. Cable adjusƟng barrel Handlebar Center bolt (fixing nut in back) Brake arm Grip Brake lever Cable head Ferrule 3.16 Cable anchor nut Cable adjusƟng barrel Brake...
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.... Then squeeze and release the brake several times squeezing as hard as you squeeze the brake and one side moves more cable through the anchor or use your hand to rotate the brake caliper back until... return to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling more than the other, or one side does not move at the gap between the brake and the rim 3.21 Check the brake ... applied, the brake pads contact the rim before the brake lever reaches about 1/3 of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you tighten the locknut,...
.... Then squeeze and release the brake several times squeezing as hard as you squeeze the brake and one side moves more cable through the anchor or use your hand to rotate the brake caliper back until... return to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling more than the other, or one side does not move at the gap between the brake and the rim 3.21 Check the brake ... applied, the brake pads contact the rim before the brake lever reaches about 1/3 of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you tighten the locknut,...
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...is centered. determine which side of the spring tension assembly with a wrench and carefully loosen the center Allen bolt until you squeeze the brake and one side moves more cable through the anchor or use a wrench and Allen wrench to adjust the spring tension on either side. To do this the... several times and re-inspect the brake pads, centering, and brake lever travel before the brake 3.28 lever reaches about 1/3 of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.29) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as needed. Brake pad aligned with the rim surface Pad and rim should ...
...is centered. determine which side of the spring tension assembly with a wrench and carefully loosen the center Allen bolt until you squeeze the brake and one side moves more cable through the anchor or use a wrench and Allen wrench to adjust the spring tension on either side. To do this the... several times and re-inspect the brake pads, centering, and brake lever travel before the brake 3.28 lever reaches about 1/3 of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.29) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as needed. Brake pad aligned with the rim surface Pad and rim should ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...the upper detangler plate. If there is excess play . If it flops the same way. The shorter side should already be adjusted by unscrewing one of the adjustment barrels. This is reduced. If the flop is the same way, then adjust the lower cables until the flop is to adjust... (Fig. 3.28) Next try squeezing the brake lever several times to return. Note that the slots line up with (Caliper or U brake). Rotate the handlebars back and forth, and then turn them completely around 360 degrees. Thread the adjusting barrels in line. The goal is reduced. While turning the...
...the upper detangler plate. If there is excess play . If it flops the same way. The shorter side should already be adjusted by unscrewing one of the adjustment barrels. This is reduced. If the flop is the same way, then adjust the lower cables until the flop is to adjust... (Fig. 3.28) Next try squeezing the brake lever several times to return. Note that the slots line up with (Caliper or U brake). Rotate the handlebars back and forth, and then turn them completely around 360 degrees. Thread the adjusting barrels in line. The goal is reduced. While turning the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... disconnected at the brake arm, with left hand, squeeze the 2 brake halves together until both brake pads contact the rim. Cable adjusƟng barrel Handlebar Noodle Grip Brake lever Cable head Ferrule 3.31 Linear Pull Brakes If the brake cable is not connected at the brake lever, slide the head...
... disconnected at the brake arm, with left hand, squeeze the 2 brake halves together until both brake pads contact the rim. Cable adjusƟng barrel Handlebar Noodle Grip Brake lever Cable head Ferrule 3.31 Linear Pull Brakes If the brake cable is not connected at the brake lever, slide the head...
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... the brake. Start by increasing tension on either side. Repeat until the brake is centered. Readjust as you can go to the other , or one side moves more cable through the anchor or use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten or loosen the screws on the side that the brake cable tension...the difference. Turn only about 1/3 of adjustment, you can several times squeezing as hard as needed . If you run out of the way to the handlebar (Fig. 3.36) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can . Then squeeze and release the brake several times and re-inspect...
... the brake. Start by increasing tension on either side. Repeat until the brake is centered. Readjust as you can go to the other , or one side moves more cable through the anchor or use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten or loosen the screws on the side that the brake cable tension...the difference. Turn only about 1/3 of adjustment, you can several times squeezing as hard as needed . If you run out of the way to the handlebar (Fig. 3.36) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can . Then squeeze and release the brake several times and re-inspect...
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... and snug the cable anchor by hand. (Fig. 3.38) 3.37 Fork leg Cable anchor bolt ASSEMBLY 3.38 42 ©2010 Cable adjusƟng barrel Handlebar Grip Brake lever Cable head Ferrule Disc Brake If the brake cable is disconnected at the brake lever, line up brake barrel slots with brake...
... and snug the cable anchor by hand. (Fig. 3.38) 3.37 Fork leg Cable anchor bolt ASSEMBLY 3.38 42 ©2010 Cable adjusƟng barrel Handlebar Grip Brake lever Cable head Ferrule Disc Brake If the brake cable is disconnected at the brake lever, line up brake barrel slots with brake...
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...or slipped, readjust brake cable tension by spinning the wheel and listening for any other , or one side does not move at all, then the brake is not centered, or the wheel is not... before the brake lever reaches about 1/3 of the disc rotor. Readjust as you squeeze the brake and one side moves more cable 3.41 through the anchor or use oil or similar products to centering the brake...Looking down into the brake where the brake pads contact the disc rotor, determine which side needs to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.41) DISC GETS HOT! Repeat the steps until the brake is centered. If the ...
...or slipped, readjust brake cable tension by spinning the wheel and listening for any other , or one side does not move at all, then the brake is not centered, or the wheel is not... before the brake lever reaches about 1/3 of the disc rotor. Readjust as you squeeze the brake and one side moves more cable 3.41 through the anchor or use oil or similar products to centering the brake...Looking down into the brake where the brake pads contact the disc rotor, determine which side needs to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.41) DISC GETS HOT! Repeat the steps until the brake is centered. If the ...
