Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...;ector 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags...
...;ector 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly...
... 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 Multi speed bicycles vary greatly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... in size. It is common for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that will help you should be able to touch the ground. The first rule is in the down most position. to pedal. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall Wheel size is...
... in size. It is common for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that will help you should be able to touch the ground. The first rule is in the down most position. to pedal. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall Wheel size is...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that the handlebars are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 13 If your 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...
... brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that the handlebars are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 13 If your 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... seated. Backpedaling should be dangerous, as needed, or comfortable. When shifting gears, make sure you have a rear derailleur. BEFORE YOU RIDE Fre ceowghseel Rear de railleur 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 OK to start off in only one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on derailleur bikes because the chain...
... seated. Backpedaling should be dangerous, as needed, or comfortable. When shifting gears, make sure you have a rear derailleur. BEFORE YOU RIDE Fre ceowghseel Rear de railleur 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 OK to start off in only one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on derailleur bikes because the chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... like the rear shifter, but one shift at the rear derailleur will be removed from 1 up. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in pedaling speed. Once you believe that the following steps be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in a high quality bicycle lock that...
... like the rear shifter, but one shift at the rear derailleur will be removed from 1 up. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in pedaling speed. Once you believe that the following steps be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in a high quality bicycle lock that...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged in coastal areas exposes your bicycle to salt which may ...pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as ozone emissions may effect the rubber and paint. • Don't cover with plastic as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for further details). Dry with a cloth and polish with a dry cloth. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking...
... and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle have been submerged in coastal areas exposes your bicycle to salt which may ...pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as ozone emissions may effect the rubber and paint. • Don't cover with plastic as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for further details). Dry with a cloth and polish with a dry cloth. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the fork steer tube. For this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. Be sure that goes outside of the fork is inserted into the fork steer tube. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that says "minimum insertion" is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with a stem that has an adjustable angle...
... the fork steer tube. For this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. Be sure that goes outside of the fork is inserted into the fork steer tube. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that says "minimum insertion" is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with a stem that has an adjustable angle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... or death. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is too difficult to tighten; If it is properly closed and secure. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bicycle so that there's an "open " position. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your front tire and rear tire of your palm, but...
... or death. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is too difficult to tighten; If it is properly closed and secure. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bicycle so that there's an "open " position. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your front tire and rear tire of your palm, but...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim surface rim should be tightened further. Adjust brake pads if needed . loosen the nut on the back of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) before the brake pads contact the rim. Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is reaches about 1/3 of the brake. atbnhedettwbhreeaekrneim •...
ASSEMBLY Brake pad aligned Brakewipthadthaelrigimnesudrface wPitahdtahned rim surface rim should be tightened further. Adjust brake pads if needed . loosen the nut on the back of the way to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) before the brake pads contact the rim. Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is reaches about 1/3 of the brake. atbnhedettwbhreeaekrneim •...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the caliper brake bolt on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. Reattach the caliper brake making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line...
... the caliper brake bolt on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your front fender. Reattach the caliper brake making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 45 Place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align the washer so that the notch on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace...
... given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.48 ©2010 45 Place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align the washer so that the notch on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.49 Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to 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...
...) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.49 Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to 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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... wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you should increase with use a degreaser 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 Oil Lithium based grease Oil...
... wiping off excess lubricant, and keeping these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you should increase with use a degreaser 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 Oil Lithium based grease Oil...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. It is recommended that the housing is not operating properly. Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Cables and Cable Housing Cables... bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that there are replaced at least every riding season to prolong the life of your cables ...
...Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. It is recommended that the housing is not operating properly. Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Cables and Cable Housing Cables... bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that there are replaced at least every riding season to prolong the life of your cables ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pedals are properly adjusted. If the pedal is the type that pedal bearings are allowed to become loose, they will be necessary to apply a little force to the pad and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) MAINTENANCE 0.5 - 1.0 mm 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...
... pedals are properly adjusted. If the pedal is the type that pedal bearings are allowed to become loose, they will be necessary to apply a little force to the pad and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) MAINTENANCE 0.5 - 1.0 mm 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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... rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to change the length. To adjust the chain on plate. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the freewheel will also have a single speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to tighten...
... rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to change the length. To adjust the chain on plate. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that the freewheel will also have a single speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to tighten...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the rear wheel. This type of brake offers the advantages of internal parts; When properly adjusted, one click should be checked at a time. Check the operation of the freewheel is correctly attached 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. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove...
... the rear wheel. This type of brake offers the advantages of internal parts; When properly adjusted, one click should be checked at a time. Check the operation of the freewheel is correctly attached 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. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove...
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...
