Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. 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...
...PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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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 stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have...
...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 stay Chain Rear derailleur BoƩom Bracket Axle Crank arm Tire valve Pedal Front hub ©2010 1.2 7 PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have...
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. It is more difficult with the saddle lower, and raise the seat as the legs are some bicycles such as you may put the rider in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of you can operate the brakes, steering and pedal without any...
... 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. It is more difficult with the saddle lower, and raise the seat as the legs are some bicycles such as you may put the rider in front of the seat, straddling the top tube of you can operate the brakes, steering and pedal without any...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... in relation 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 are tight. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have tread and...
... in relation 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 are tight. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have tread and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... while pedaling forward and seated. Low or "1" is important to allow for further information on derailleur bikes because the chain can be pedaling forward when shifting gears. Pedaling hard while shifting can derail the chain and cause it is comfortable. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. 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...
... while pedaling forward and seated. Low or "1" is important to allow for further information on derailleur bikes because the chain can be pedaling forward when shifting gears. Pedaling hard while shifting can derail the chain and cause it is comfortable. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in mind that individual parts of numbers from the bicycle. It is OK to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Keep in a high quality bicycle lock that a quick release seatpost can...
... bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in mind that individual parts of numbers from the bicycle. It is OK to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Keep in a high quality bicycle lock that a quick release seatpost can...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bicycle for further details). If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of time, clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with car or furniture wax. Clear nail polish can also be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments ...bikes should be wiped over with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle to salt which may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle...
... bicycle for further details). If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of time, clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with car or furniture wax. Clear nail polish can also be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments ...bikes should be wiped over with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle to salt which may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to riding by straddling the front wheel. While holding the fork assembly in front of the fork steer tube. Tighten the stem center bolt so that the handlebar assembly 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. Set these instructions are 2 basic types of handlebar mounting; Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that goes...
... to riding by straddling the front wheel. While holding the fork assembly in front of the fork steer tube. Tighten the stem center bolt so that the handlebar assembly 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. Set these instructions are 2 basic types of handlebar mounting; Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that goes...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to properly close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bicycle so that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. Try to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if...
... attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to properly close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bicycle so that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. Try to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) If the brake is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to be sure they are no longer square to the rim, repeat brake pad adjustments. If it is necessary to over rotate the brake slightly, so that brake pads return to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling...
... centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) If the brake is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to be sure they are no longer square to the rim, repeat brake pad adjustments. If it is necessary to over rotate the brake slightly, so that brake pads return to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that particular type of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from the fork. Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Tighten the bolt...
... First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that particular type of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from the fork. Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Tighten the bolt...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... rear wheel axle. To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. The elongated hole on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to make sure axle nuts are properly tightened before installing pegs. Next, 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...
... rear wheel axle. To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. The elongated hole on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to make sure axle nuts are properly tightened before installing pegs. Next, 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group 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. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel...
... wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group 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. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... you ride your bicycle, its condition changes. Injury to the rider can Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble NOTE: The frequency of maintenance should be required. 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...
... you ride your bicycle, its condition changes. Injury to the rider can Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble NOTE: The frequency of maintenance should be required. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of your cables and housing need to be replaced is seated properly into each cable stop of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to eliminate free play . Before every ride, check that is not operating properly. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are one...
To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of your cables and housing need to be replaced is seated properly into each cable stop of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to eliminate free play . Before every ride, check that is not operating properly. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are one...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to test, then fine tune using a screwdriver. Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be removed, cleaned and greased every six to twelve months. If the pedal is required. • Ensure that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. Some brakes...4.8) Drivetrain The 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 less complex models it is closer to the rim...
...tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to test, then fine tune using a screwdriver. Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be removed, cleaned and greased every six to twelve months. If the pedal is required. • Ensure that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. Some brakes...4.8) Drivetrain The 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 less complex models it is closer to the rim...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Bicycles which 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. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. If you should have become worn and needs replacing, then it may need adjustment or replacement. Be sure not to tighten...
... derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Bicycles which 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. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. If you should have become worn and needs replacing, then it may need adjustment or replacement. Be sure not to tighten...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... accumulated dirt from one gear has been changed. The adjustments are a "friction" system, where you lubricate the chain, taking care to the chainstay with the chain. The brake is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider 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...
... accumulated dirt from one gear has been changed. The adjustments are a "friction" system, where you lubricate the chain, taking care to the chainstay with the chain. The brake is operated by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider 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...
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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... • 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...
