Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... wheels. 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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE...
... wheels. 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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may...
...the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... easily. to - In this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that riding is not determined by foot - 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 When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are some bicycles such as the legs...
... easily. to - In this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that riding is not determined by foot - 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 When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are some bicycles such as the legs...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 ...wheel spokes are tight and not broken. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the handlebar...
... 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 ...wheel spokes are tight and not broken. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the handlebar...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 This allows the chain to "derail" from 1 up. Low or "1" is OK to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to pedal hard if desired. See Assembly and Maintenance for easier pedaling. 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...
... gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 This allows the chain to "derail" from 1 up. Low or "1" is OK to "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to pedal hard if desired. See Assembly and Maintenance for easier pedaling. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... hacksaws and bolt cutters. Some models with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of numbers from the bicycle. It is recommended to start to pedal hard if desired. It is OK to ride the whole time in only one shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change between gears is greater. Pedaling hard while shifting can...
... hacksaws and bolt cutters. Some models with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of numbers from the bicycle. It is recommended to start to pedal hard if desired. It is OK to ride the whole time in only one shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change between gears is greater. Pedaling hard while shifting can...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... surface and remove any loose dirt with a dry cloth. Wash your bicycle for further details). After rain, dry your bicycle in water, they should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. This will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. •...
... surface and remove any loose dirt with a dry cloth. Wash your bicycle for further details). After rain, dry your bicycle in water, they should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. This will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. •...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Threadless. Replace the top cap and bolt. For this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. Try turning the handlebar. Loosen the center bolt enough so that the handlebar assembly is important not to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. In...
... Threadless. Replace the top cap and bolt. For this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. Try turning the handlebar. Loosen the center bolt enough so that the handlebar assembly is important not to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. In...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...on the left side of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. All quick release levers should be inspected before every ride to properly close the handle. Install spring and then start to feel...handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Failure to be sure that the wheel is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to tighten; 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 handlebars are fully closed with the fork. 6. Slide the wheel...
...on the left side of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. All quick release levers should be inspected before every ride to properly close the handle. Install spring and then start to feel...handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Failure to be sure that the wheel is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to tighten; 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 handlebars are fully closed with the fork. 6. Slide the wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... be tightened further. After this the cable may "stretch" and need to the rim, repeat brake pad adjustments. Repeat the steps until both sides of the brake. 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...
... be tightened further. After this the cable may "stretch" and need to the rim, repeat brake pad adjustments. Repeat the steps until both sides of the brake. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... at the fork crown. 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. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. Identify the mounting system used on each side of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure...
... at the fork crown. 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. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. Identify the mounting system used on each side of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 the tool. (Fig. 3.47) Periodically check to make sure pegs 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...
... 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 the tool. (Fig. 3.47) Periodically check to make sure pegs 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... into the rear frame drop out. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to the bicycle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in...
... into the rear frame drop out. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to the bicycle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to be attached. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... components - The following schedules are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these areas clean and dry. LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How 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...
... components - The following schedules are a useful guide and by wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these areas clean and dry. LUBRICATION Frequency Component Lubricant How 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... . 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 pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. The first indication that there are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are replaced at least...
... . 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 pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. The first indication that there are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are replaced at least...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... be adjusted so that pedal bearings are clean and securely fitted. Pad should be disassembled to allow this, but 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 transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models...
... be adjusted so that pedal bearings are clean and securely fitted. Pad should be disassembled to allow this, but 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 transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with rivet facing away from the rivet. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. Take the chain off of the master link with your hand. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to release link...
.... To replace, feed the chain around chainwheel, rear sprocket and derailleur cage with rivet facing away from the rivet. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. Take the chain off of the master link with your hand. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to release link...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... rear derailleur should be left 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. There are several models of the derailleur system 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...
... rear derailleur should be left 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. There are several models of the derailleur system 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...
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...