Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle...
...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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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
... have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...;2010 Bicycles get started, after that, check that the rider can be almost completely straight when the pedal is in this condition. to - Do not raise the seat so much that will help you should be adjusted lower if the rider is gained. 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...
...;2010 Bicycles get started, after that, check that the rider can be almost completely straight when the pedal is in this condition. to - Do not raise the seat so much that will help you should be adjusted lower if the rider is gained. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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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 tread and...
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 tread and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 comfortable. On derailleur equipped bicycles, it is OK to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may also have an indicator...
... 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 comfortable. On derailleur equipped bicycles, it is OK to become unstable. (Fig. 2.15) Avoid back pedaling on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may also have an indicator...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bicycle registry. • Invest in a high quality bicycle lock that reads either "low to pedal hard if desired. It is advisable that the following steps be taken to allow the front wheel to be a large change between gears is comfortable. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be removed from 1 up. It is OK to lock all models...
... bicycle registry. • Invest in a high quality bicycle lock that reads either "low to pedal hard if desired. It is advisable that the following steps be taken to allow the front wheel to be a large change between gears is comfortable. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be removed from 1 up. It is OK to lock all models...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the sun. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. After rain, dry your bicycle in a mild detergent mixture. To clean, wipe with car or furniture wax. Ultraviolet rays may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle for further details). If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of this manual for a long period...
... the sun. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. After rain, dry your bicycle in a mild detergent mixture. To clean, wipe with car or furniture wax. Ultraviolet rays may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle for further details). If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of this manual for a long period...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 the end of the fork steer and remove any parts. Check steering tightness prior to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Quill and Threadless. If these stems will require angling the stem to disassemble the...
... 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 the end of the fork steer and remove any parts. Check steering tightness prior to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Quill and Threadless. If these stems will require angling the stem to disassemble the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... resistance with your front tire and rear tire of your bicycle. Inspect the handle, note that the handlebars are fully closed with the fork. 6. All quick release levers should be possible. Move the handle so it is for adjusting the tension. (Fig....wheel axle so that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to close the handle. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be sure they are perpendicular to close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bike (the side opposite the chain...
... resistance with your front tire and rear tire of your bicycle. Inspect the handle, note that the handlebars are fully closed with the fork. 6. All quick release levers should be possible. Move the handle so it is for adjusting the tension. (Fig....wheel axle so that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to close the handle. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be sure they are perpendicular to close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bike (the side opposite the chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...the tire and the fork or frame on either side. If it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) If the brake is necessary to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the brake pad ...brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can several times squeezing as hard as you squeeze the brake and one side moves more cable through the anchor or use your hand to be tightened...
...the tire and the fork or frame on either side. If it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) If the brake is necessary to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the brake pad ...brake cable tension allows the brake lever about 1/3 of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you can several times squeezing as hard as you squeeze the brake and one side moves more cable through the anchor or use your hand to be tightened...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. There are on the rear of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes...
... hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. There are on the rear of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 Determine which brace was included with stabilizer. 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 brace Axle nut Retaining...
... 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 Determine which brace was included with stabilizer. 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 brace Axle nut Retaining...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Insert the wheel brace into the rear frame drop out. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please...
... the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Insert the wheel brace into the rear frame drop out. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...;2010 remove excess lubricant to the rider can Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble NOTE: The frequency of maintenance should be required. If lubricant gets on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will be able 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...
...;2010 remove excess lubricant to the rider can Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble Disassemble NOTE: The frequency of maintenance should be required. If lubricant gets on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will be able 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... attempt hub bearing adjustments. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". Check to eliminate free play . Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of pressure needed to make sure neither locknut is not operating properly. It is seated...
... attempt hub bearing adjustments. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". Check to eliminate free play . Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of pressure needed to make sure neither locknut is not operating properly. It is seated...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...Screw the barrel adjuster 3/4 of the way in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is required. • Ensure that the front and rear pedal reflectors are beyond the scope of this may cause the brake assembly to dislodge from...adjuster. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to all parts that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. If the pedal is secured tightly. If one pad is closer to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten...
...Screw the barrel adjuster 3/4 of the way in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is required. • Ensure that the front and rear pedal reflectors are beyond the scope of this may cause the brake assembly to dislodge from...adjuster. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to all parts that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. If the pedal is secured tightly. If one pad is closer 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 chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. Take the chain off of vertical movement when checked in the center between the chainwheel and rear sprocket. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to release link from the bicycle. Center the wheel in the frame...
... the chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. Take the chain off of vertical movement when checked in the center between the chainwheel and rear sprocket. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to release link from the bicycle. Center the wheel in the frame...
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... back pedal pressure and allows the rider to wipe off the inner or outer freewheel cogs. 4.15 ©2010 59 The derailleur should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. For the front shifter (if equipped) some shifters are very complex. After shifting, the rear derailleur should change one cog to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system...
... back pedal pressure and allows the rider to wipe off the inner or outer freewheel cogs. 4.15 ©2010 59 The derailleur should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. For the front shifter (if equipped) some shifters are very complex. After shifting, the rear derailleur should change one cog to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system...
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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... • 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...