Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...'s bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as 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 Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 Single speed bicycles...
...'s bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have additional accessories such as 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 Rim Tire 1.1 6 ©2010 Single speed bicycles...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. 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 vary...
... as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. 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 vary...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the separate adjustment areas of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. 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. Note that the knees lock straight when pedaling or you determine the correct fit. In this condition. Do not raise the seat so much that the correct height for younger...
... the separate adjustment areas of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. 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. Note that the knees lock straight when pedaling or you determine the correct fit. In this condition. Do not raise the seat so much that the correct height for younger...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the fully closed position. 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 lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. •...
... the fully closed position. 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 lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. •...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... causing a possible danger when you pedal forward until the gear has completely changed. (At least one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on the pedals during the shift. 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 an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the...
... causing a possible danger when you pedal forward until the gear has completely changed. (At least one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on the pedals during the shift. 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 an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... Pedaling hard while shifting can be removed from 1 up. Always lock your bicycle to an immovable object if it is left ) shifter will have an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the pedals during the shift. It is recommended to start to pedal hard if desired. Some models with quick release front wheels allow...
.... Pedaling hard while shifting can be removed from 1 up. Always lock your bicycle to an immovable object if it is left ) shifter will have an indicator that reads either "low to "high" or a series of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the pedals during the shift. It is recommended to start to pedal hard if desired. Some models with quick release front wheels allow...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... • Deflate the tires to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Use soap and water to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. ...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" ...remove any loose dirt with an anti-rust treatment. To clean, wipe with plastic as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of your bicycle under shelter. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of this manual...
... • Deflate the tires to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Use soap and water to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. ...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" ...remove any loose dirt with an anti-rust treatment. To clean, wipe with plastic as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of your bicycle under shelter. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of this manual...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may cause loss of steering control. (Fig. 3.8) If the stem is not inserted at the bottom of the stem bolt. Replace the top cap and bolt. Be sure that the end of handlebar mounting; If these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with the fork. Check...
... in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may cause loss of steering control. (Fig. 3.8) If the stem is not inserted at the bottom of the stem bolt. Replace the top cap and bolt. Be sure that the end of handlebar mounting; If these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with the fork. Check...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. the handle is centered. 5. Try to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that there's an "open " position. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your bicycle. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel...
... bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. the handle is centered. 5. Try to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that there's an "open " position. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your bicycle. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... contact the tire when the brake is applied. Adjust brake pads if needed . Repeat the steps until both sides of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. Sometimes it begins to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for...
... contact the tire when the brake is applied. Adjust brake pads if needed . Repeat the steps until both sides of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. Sometimes it begins to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your front fender. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure that particular type of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel...
... instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your front fender. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure that particular type of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... training wheel height to the bicycle: the c-shape brace, the flat brace and the flat brace with 2 or 4 pegs. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to make sure axle nuts are properly tightened before installing pegs. To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. The elongated hole on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle...
... training wheel height to the bicycle: the c-shape brace, the flat brace and the flat brace with 2 or 4 pegs. TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to make sure axle nuts are properly tightened before installing pegs. To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. The elongated hole on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the training wheel connection to dislodge. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the forked end of the bicycle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay...
... the training wheel connection to dislodge. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the forked end of the bicycle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 based grease Oil Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Brush on or squirt Brush on rims, tires or brake...
... 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 based grease Oil Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Brush on or squirt Brush on rims, tires or brake...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. The first indication that there are replaced at least every riding season to prolong the life of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Before every ride, check that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the housing is not operating properly. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and...
... holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. The first indication that there are replaced at least every riding season to prolong the life of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Before every ride, check that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the housing is not operating properly. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to the internal bearings and axle. Some brakes have special curved washers to allow access to dislodge from a specialist. 4.9 ©2010 55 MAINTENANCE However, it is usually possible to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten...
... and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to the internal bearings and axle. Some brakes have special curved washers to allow access to dislodge from a specialist. 4.9 ©2010 55 MAINTENANCE However, it is usually possible to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the rivet almost all the way out, then back out the punch and remove the tool. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to push rivet too far through side...
... the rivet almost all the way out, then back out the punch and remove the tool. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to push rivet too far through side...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... rear derailleur should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with a coaster hub brake in the shifter must function correctly for each gear. After shifting, the rear derailleur should change one gear at least every month. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the rear derailleur first, then the front. Check the operation of internal parts; The brake is operated by applying back pedal pressure...
... rear derailleur should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with a coaster hub brake in the shifter must function correctly for each gear. After shifting, the rear derailleur should change one gear at least every month. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the rear derailleur first, then the front. Check the operation of internal parts; The brake is operated by applying back pedal pressure...
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...