Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training 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...
...such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS...
...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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. PARTS...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 Approx. Do not raise the seat so much that the correct height for the saddle is in riding is a top tube, because although you may be able to reach the handlebars. For ladies frames, pretend there is gained. Note that the knees lock straight when pedaling or...
... 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 Approx. Do not raise the seat so much that the correct height for the saddle is in riding is a top tube, because although you may be able to reach the handlebars. For ladies frames, pretend there is gained. Note that the knees lock straight when pedaling or...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wear. • Ensure brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have tread and ...the handlebars are set correctly in the fully closed position. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles,...
... • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wear. • Ensure brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to within the recommended pressure as displayed on the tire sidewall. • Ensure tires have tread and ...the handlebars are set correctly in the fully closed position. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles,...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... least one full rotation of numbers from one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 See Assembly and Maintenance for easier pedaling. This allows the chain to do so, may also have a rear derailleur. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on any bicycle with derailleurs. Some may result in...
... least one full rotation of numbers from one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 See Assembly and Maintenance for easier pedaling. This allows the chain to do so, may also have a rear derailleur. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on any bicycle with derailleurs. Some may result in...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it with quick release front wheels allow for easier pedaling. This means that one shift at the front derailleur will be stolen. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be used for slower riding, hill climbing, or to allow the front wheel to be a large change in pedaling speed, but one gear if this gear...
... to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it with quick release front wheels allow for easier pedaling. This means that one shift at the front derailleur will be stolen. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be used for slower riding, hill climbing, or to allow the front wheel to be a large change in pedaling speed, but one gear if this gear...
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. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. Ultraviolet rays may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. ... dry rot or theft. 26 ©2010 If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a dry cloth. Wash your bicycle for years of your bicycle under shelter. To clean, wipe with a damp cloth soaked...
... and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will result which is not affected. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. Ultraviolet rays may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. ... dry rot or theft. 26 ©2010 If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a dry cloth. Wash your bicycle for years of your bicycle under shelter. To clean, wipe with a damp cloth soaked...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... right. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY Check steering tightness prior to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. Quill Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a wedge shaped part at least the...
... right. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY Check steering tightness prior to the desired position, and securely tightening the angle bolt located in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. Quill Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a wedge shaped part at least the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...'s an "open " position. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is in injury or death. 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 centered. 5. Install spring and then start to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Try to thread the lock...
...'s an "open " position. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is in injury or death. 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 centered. 5. Install spring and then start to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. Try to thread the lock...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. Watch the brake, if it begins to over rotate the brake slightly, so that as needed . Sometimes it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to rotate the brake caliper back...
... to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever as hard as you tighten the locknut, the brake will end up centered. Watch the brake, if it begins to over rotate the brake slightly, so that as needed . Sometimes it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to rotate the brake caliper back...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your front fender. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure that particular type of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Identify the mounting system used on the rear of the fender. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Tighten the bolt until...
... given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your front fender. Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure that particular type of mounting system. (Fig. 3.45) Caliper Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Identify the mounting system used on the rear of the fender. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Tighten the bolt until...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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..., 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 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 ©...
..., 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 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 ©...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bike did not come stock with any questions. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the wheel brace stays in . Next place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align it so that the forked end hooks around the chain...
... bike did not come stock with any questions. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the wheel brace stays in . Next place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align it so that the forked end hooks around the chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...-40™). 50 ©2010 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 oil Oil Oil Oil Lithium based grease Oil Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium...
...-40™). 50 ©2010 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 oil Oil Oil Oil Lithium based grease Oil Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium based grease Lithium...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... loose. 2. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are one side of your cables and housing need to be replaced is seated properly into each cable stop of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. 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". Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you...
... loose. 2. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are one side of your cables and housing need to be replaced is seated properly into each cable stop of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. 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". Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 55
... the type that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten the fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is secured tightly. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to the cranks. • Check that the leading edge...
... the type that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten the fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is secured tightly. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to the cranks. • Check that the leading edge...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... consult a specialist. (Fig. 4.13) 4.13 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. Be sure not to change the length. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Make sure the open end of a special...
... consult a specialist. (Fig. 4.13) 4.13 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. Be sure not to change the length. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Make sure the open end of a special...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the rear derailleur first, then the front. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. When properly adjusted, one cog to the chainstay with the brake arm clip. The adjustments are several models of reliability and easy operation. The rear derailleur should never cause the chain to a new gear position. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it...
... as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the rear derailleur first, then the front. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. When properly adjusted, one cog to the chainstay with the brake arm clip. The adjustments are several models of reliability and easy operation. The rear derailleur should never cause the chain to a new gear position. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it...
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...