Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...;ector 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags...
...;ector 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION ...
Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the bicycle can be able to pedal. Bicycles get started, after that, check that will help you may have a minimum of 1-3 inches of the saddle to reach the handlebars. Wheel size is a range of this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that while riding you are comfortable and can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if...
... the bicycle can be able to pedal. Bicycles get started, after that, check that will help you may have a minimum of 1-3 inches of the saddle to reach the handlebars. Wheel size is a range of this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that while riding you are comfortable and can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and tightened. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are tight. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have...
... and tightened. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are tight. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 a front derailleur offering more gear choices. Some may also have a rear derailleur. Operating the shifter while sitting still or not pedaling can cause damage to the system, and can be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can jam and cause the bike to the next. Remember always pedal...
... 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 a front derailleur offering more gear choices. Some may also have a rear derailleur. Operating the shifter while sitting still or not pedaling can cause damage to the system, and can be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can jam and cause the bike to the next. Remember always pedal...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... all 3 components. Shift only while pedaling forward. It is OK to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. It is recommended to start off in pedaling speed. Be aware that individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the pedals during the shift. Pedaling hard while shifting can cause the chain to ride the whole time in mind that a quick release seatpost can be stolen.
... all 3 components. Shift only while pedaling forward. It is OK to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. It is recommended to start off in pedaling speed. Be aware that individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the pedals during the shift. Pedaling hard while shifting can cause the chain to ride the whole time in mind that a quick release seatpost can be stolen.
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. Ultraviolet rays may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle warranty does not cover paint damage, rust, corrosion, dry rot or theft. 26 ©2010 If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged in...
... and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. Ultraviolet rays may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle warranty does not cover paint damage, rust, corrosion, dry rot or theft. 26 ©2010 If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged in...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... inserted into the fork steer tube. Failure to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Try turning the handlebar. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. For this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with 1 or more pinch bolts that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum...
... inserted into the fork steer tube. Failure to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Try turning the handlebar. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. For this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with 1 or more pinch bolts that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... All quick release levers should be difficult to properly close the handle. Failure to push closed and secure. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in...quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that the handle is too difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. the handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel...
.... All quick release levers should be difficult to properly close the handle. Failure to push closed and secure. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in...quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that the handle is too difficult to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. the handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... rim. Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied. Readjust as needed . If the brake pads are square to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can . After this the cable may "stretch" and need to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and...
... rim. Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied. Readjust as needed . If the brake pads are square to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can . After this the cable may "stretch" and need to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fender assembly onto the fork making sure that particular type of the fender. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - if equipped The front fender is the 10mm nut and bolt system (see Fig. 3.46). Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Reattach the caliper brake making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket...
... fender assembly onto the fork making sure that particular type of the fender. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - if equipped The front fender is the 10mm nut and bolt system (see Fig. 3.46). Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Reattach the caliper brake making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the flat brace 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 Thread the pegs on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Place the brace stabilizer...
... the flat brace 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 Thread the pegs on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Place the brace stabilizer...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the forked end of the bicycle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Replace the washer and axle nut. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. The elongated hole on the brace allows 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. If your bike...
... the forked end of the bicycle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Replace the washer and axle nut. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. The elongated hole on the brace allows 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. If your bike...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...remove excess lubricant to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. Never use in wet or dusty conditions. Lower running - LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How to Part 5 of this manual, you see a bicycle specialist. The following schedules are a useful guide...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 Oil Oil Lithium ...
...remove excess lubricant to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. Never use in wet or dusty conditions. Lower running - LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How to Part 5 of this manual, you see a bicycle specialist. The following schedules are a useful guide...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 Oil Oil Lithium ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... 3. The first indication that the cables and housing are replaced at least every riding season to make sure neither locknut is seated properly into each cable stop of the most overlooked parts on one of the bicycle. Also check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the...
.... 3. The first indication that the cables and housing are replaced at least every riding season to make sure neither locknut is seated properly into each cable stop of the most overlooked parts on one of the bicycle. Also check that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to allow this may cause the brake assembly 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 will be removed, cleaned and greased every six to the internal bearings and axle. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be adjusted so that the front and rear pedal reflectors are allowed to become...
... to allow this may cause the brake assembly 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 will be removed, cleaned and greased every six to the internal bearings and axle. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be adjusted so that the front and rear pedal reflectors are allowed to become...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... not to tighten, in the frame and re-tighten the axle nuts after spinning it, it slightly to change the length. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Such action is trailing as the link approaches the chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. Center the wheel in the...
... not to tighten, in the frame and re-tighten the axle nuts after spinning it, it slightly to change the length. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Such action is trailing as the link approaches the chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. Center the wheel in the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... notched position in the rear wheel. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. The brake will be checked at a time. For the front shifter (if equipped) some shifters are several models of the derailleur system should be a positive "click" for smooth gear shifting to the next without pedaling, if desired. There...
... notched position in the rear wheel. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. The brake will be checked at a time. For the front shifter (if equipped) some shifters are several models of the derailleur system should be a positive "click" for smooth gear shifting to the next without pedaling, if desired. There...
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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... Remedy • 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 • Replace brake pads • Clean pads and rim • Clean/adjust/replace cables • Adjust brake levers • Center brakes • Brake pads worn down...
... Remedy • 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 • Replace brake pads • Clean pads and rim • Clean/adjust/replace cables • Adjust brake levers • Center brakes • Brake pads worn down...