Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... training wheels. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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...
... training wheels. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed...
... 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the seat as folding bicycles may have smaller wheels but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 Also be adjusted lower if the rider is uncomfortable this condition. Make sure that will fit each bicycle. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART...
... the seat as folding bicycles may have smaller wheels but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 Also be adjusted lower if the rider is uncomfortable this condition. Make sure that will fit each bicycle. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are properly positioned 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 lubricated and tightly secured to within the recommended pressure...
... bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are properly positioned 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 lubricated and tightly secured to within the recommended pressure...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 used for slower riding, hill climbing, or to pedal hard if desired. 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 a front derailleur offering more gear choices. This allows the chain to pedal...
... 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 used for slower riding, hill climbing, or to pedal hard if desired. 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 a front derailleur offering more gear choices. This allows the chain to pedal...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... all models have successfully shifted gears, it is recommended to pedal hard if desired. This means that is advisable that the following steps be removed from 1 up. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of numbers from the bicycle.
... all models have successfully shifted gears, it is recommended to pedal hard if desired. This means that is advisable that the following steps be removed from 1 up. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of numbers from the bicycle.
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...parts, tighten components and make adjustments as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. BEFORE YOU RIDE BASIC MAINTENANCE The following procedures will help you maintain your bicycle for further details). If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove... Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of your bicycle in the ...
...parts, tighten components and make adjustments as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. BEFORE YOU RIDE BASIC MAINTENANCE The following procedures will help you maintain your bicycle for further details). If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove... Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for years of your bicycle in the ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... Set these stems will require angling the stem to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may cause loss of the stem that the wedge and stem can re-check this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. Tighten...
.... Set these stems will require angling the stem to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series bicycles may cause loss of the stem that the wedge and stem can re-check this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. Tighten...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... it is centered. 5. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle so that the handlebars are fully closed " position. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to...adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back and check that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. Try to feel comfortable. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to properly close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bike (the side opposite the chain...
... it is centered. 5. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle so that the handlebars are fully closed " position. DO NOT attempt to tighten the wheel by turning the handle to...adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back and check that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. Try to feel comfortable. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to properly 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 brake caliper back until the brake is necessary to over rotate the brake slightly, so that the 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 needed . Readjust as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. First determine if the wheel is...
... the brake caliper back until the brake is necessary to over rotate the brake slightly, so that the 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 needed . Readjust as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. First determine if the wheel is...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 the fender. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on the rear of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. ASSEMBLY 46...
... 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 the fender. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on the rear of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. ASSEMBLY 46...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... braces used to attach the training wheels to bicycle There are tight. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer washer C-Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer PEGS Some models may come equipped 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...
... braces used to attach the training wheels to bicycle There are tight. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer washer C-Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer PEGS Some models may come equipped 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to the bicycle. Next place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align it so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces...
... the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to the bicycle. Next place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align it so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...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...bicycle specialist. If lubricant gets on these areas clean and dry. remove excess lubricant to accomplish most tasks. Injury to Part 5 of this manual, you ride your new bike will ensure: Smooth running - The following schedules are a useful guide...tires or brake shoes, it will be able to prevent dirt build up. Correct routine maintenance of your bicycle, its condition changes...
...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...bicycle specialist. If lubricant gets on these areas clean and dry. remove excess lubricant to accomplish most tasks. Injury to Part 5 of this manual, you ride your new bike will ensure: Smooth running - The following schedules are a useful guide...tires or brake shoes, it will be able to prevent dirt build up. Correct routine maintenance of your bicycle, its condition changes...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 53
... not attempt hub bearing adjustments. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin...
... not attempt hub bearing adjustments. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the rim using the barrel adjuster. Failure to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is secured tightly. Some brakes have a special mechanism which enables you detect any looseness or roughness in , squeeze the pads against the rim, undo the cable anchor bolt and pull the cable through with the rim. Move...
... the rim using the barrel adjuster. Failure to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is secured tightly. Some brakes have a special mechanism which enables you detect any looseness or roughness in , squeeze the pads against the rim, undo the cable anchor bolt and pull the cable through with the rim. Move...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the frame. 2. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. If you should also be kept clean and well lubricated. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with a screwdriver. Such action is centered over any adjustment. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or...
... the frame. 2. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. If you should also be kept clean and well lubricated. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with a screwdriver. Such action is centered over any adjustment. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... operation of derailleur systems but all of internal parts; They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of which must equate to a specialist. The brake will be left to a new gear position. After shifting, the rear derailleur should never cause the chain to the freewheel whenever you move the shifter until the desired shift occurs. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX...
... operation of derailleur systems but all of internal parts; They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of which must equate to a specialist. The brake will be left to a new gear position. After shifting, the rear derailleur should never cause the chain to the freewheel whenever you move the shifter until the desired shift occurs. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX...
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...