Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED...
...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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the parts of your bicycle. 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...
... the parts of your bicycle. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are some bicycles such as the legs are in a position where their feet can simply move forward of this case start off with no difficulty reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. Note that the correct height for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and...
... 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are some bicycles such as the legs are in a position where their feet can simply move forward of this case start off with no difficulty reaching the brake levers or operating foot brakes. Note that the correct height for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and...
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. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are...
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. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pedaling on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. It is the lowest gear. 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. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to pedal hard if desired. Pedaling hard while shifting...
... pedaling on a derailleur equipped bicycle. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. It is the lowest gear. 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. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to pedal hard if desired. Pedaling hard while shifting...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... high. Always lock your bicycle to an immovable object if it is left ) shifter will be stolen. Use a lock that a quick release seatpost can be a large change between gears is comfortable. Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to ride the whole time in this is greater. Some models with you if you believe that not all the parts...
... high. Always lock your bicycle to an immovable object if it is left ) shifter will be stolen. Use a lock that a quick release seatpost can be a large change between gears is comfortable. Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to ride the whole time in this is greater. Some models with you if you believe that not all the parts...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Use soap and water to prevent rust. Clear nail polish can also be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle...clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Dry with a cloth and polish with an anti-rust treatment. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle and ...
...wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Use soap and water to prevent rust. Clear nail polish can also be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle...clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Dry with a cloth and polish with an anti-rust treatment. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle and ...
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 in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. In addition to the normal assembly, these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork steer and remove any parts. While holding the fork assembly in line with 1 or more pinch bolts that has an adjustable angle. Tighten the stem center bolt so that the wedge...
... 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. In addition to the normal assembly, these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork steer and remove any parts. While holding the fork assembly in line with 1 or more pinch bolts that has an adjustable angle. Tighten the stem center bolt so that the wedge...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... tighten the wheel by turning the handle 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 the handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain...
... tighten the wheel by turning the handle 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 the handle is for 3.11 closing the handle until you feel some resistance with your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... brake pad adjustments. ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim surface rim should be parallel Pad an1d-2rimmm should be parallel Correct 1-2 mm Incorrect 3.19 Rim 3.20 Equal space between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. If the cable has stretched or slipped, readjust brake cable tension by spinning the wheel and listening for fine tuning brake cable...
... brake pad adjustments. ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim surface rim should be parallel Pad an1d-2rimmm should be parallel Correct 1-2 mm Incorrect 3.19 Rim 3.20 Equal space between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. If the cable has stretched or slipped, readjust brake cable tension by spinning the wheel and listening for fine tuning brake cable...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. Identify the mounting system used on the rear of the fender. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms...
... the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. Identify the mounting system used on the rear of the fender. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 47 Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Thread the pegs on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make...
... follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 47 Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Thread the pegs on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to help determine if after-market can be adjusted for raising and lowering the training wheel to be attached. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end of the bicycle. Insert the wheel brace...
Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to help determine if after-market can be adjusted for raising and lowering the training wheel to be attached. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end of the bicycle. Insert the wheel brace...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... recommend you see a bicycle specialist. remove excess lubricant to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. If lubricant gets on these areas clean and dry. Lower running - Do not over lubricate. Injury 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...
... recommend you see a bicycle specialist. remove excess lubricant to lubricate your bicycle, its condition changes. If lubricant gets on these areas clean and dry. Lower running - Do not over lubricate. Injury 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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... excessive side play . 4. 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 wrenches called "cone wrenches". To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the bicycle. The first indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the housing is loose. 2.
... excessive side play . 4. 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 wrenches called "cone wrenches". To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the bicycle. The first indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the housing is loose. 2.
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is closer to test, then fine tune using a screwdriver. However, it will be necessary to apply a little force to the pad and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) Drivetrain The drivetrain of a bicycle refers to all parts that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and...
... to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is closer to test, then fine tune using a screwdriver. However, it will be necessary to apply a little force to the pad and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) Drivetrain The drivetrain of a bicycle refers to all parts that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with rivet facing away from the rivet. Such action is likely that the freewheel will also have become worn and needs replacing, then it may need adjustment or replacement. Be sure not to release link from the bicycle. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm...
... Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with rivet facing away from the rivet. Such action is likely that the freewheel will also have become worn and needs replacing, then it may need adjustment or replacement. Be sure not to release link from the bicycle. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... audible "click" to a new gear position. Make sure the brake arm 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 principles. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of reliability and easy...
... audible "click" to a new gear position. Make sure the brake arm 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 principles. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of reliability and easy...
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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... for repair • Tighten bolts • Center brakes and/or adjust brake pads toe-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 Problem Grinding noise when pedaling Freewheel does not rotate Brakes not working effectively When applying the brakes they squeal/squeak Knocking or shuddering when applying brakes Possible Cause Remedy • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels...
... for repair • Tighten bolts • Center brakes and/or adjust brake pads toe-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 Problem Grinding noise when pedaling Freewheel does not rotate Brakes not working effectively When applying the brakes they squeal/squeak Knocking or shuddering when applying brakes Possible Cause Remedy • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels...