Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... of your bicycle. 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 Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have...
... of your bicycle. 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 Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. Your model may have...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE...
... 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. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE...
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. The rider can safely reach the handlebars while still bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. It is common for the saddle is unsafe and the bicycle can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need arises. This is not determined by foot - The saddle height...
... 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. The rider can safely reach the handlebars while still bending the elbows at least 10 degrees. It is common for the saddle is unsafe and the bicycle can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need arises. This is not determined by foot - The saddle height...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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. 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...
... 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. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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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 successfully shifted gears, it is important to allow for easier pedaling. This allows the chain to "derail" from 1 up. It is used for further information on the pedals during the shift. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Operating the shifter while sitting still or...
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 successfully shifted gears, it is important to allow for easier pedaling. This allows the chain to "derail" from 1 up. It is used for further information on the pedals during the shift. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Operating the shifter while sitting still or...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... shift at the rear derailleur will resist hacksaws and bolt cutters. It is OK to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in a high quality bicycle lock that will be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in pedaling speed. Keep in this gear and move through the gears as speed increases as a "range", low and high...
... shift at the rear derailleur will resist hacksaws and bolt cutters. It is OK to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it with the local police and/or bicycle registry. • Invest in a high quality bicycle lock that will be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in pedaling speed. Keep in this gear and move through the gears as speed increases as a "range", low and high...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...parts, tighten components and make adjustments as required. (Refer to salt which may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle have been submerged in a mild detergent mixture. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle...wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Clear nail polish can also be wiped over with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for a long period of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...
...parts, tighten components and make adjustments as required. (Refer to salt which may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle have been submerged in a mild detergent mixture. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle...wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. Clear nail polish can also be wiped over with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for a long period of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is too loose. While holding the fork assembly in front of the fork steer and remove any parts. Quill Stems This is a handlebar assembly 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. Tighten the stem center bolt so that has...
... after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is too loose. While holding the fork assembly in front of the fork steer and remove any parts. Quill Stems This is a handlebar assembly 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. Tighten the stem center bolt so that has...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is centered. 5. Try to feel comfortable. 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 wheel is properly closed and secure. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bicycle so that both tread...
.... Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is centered. 5. Try to feel comfortable. 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 wheel is properly closed and secure. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bicycle so that both tread...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... 3.20) If the brake is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed 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. If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you can . Then squeeze and release the brake several times squeezing as...
.... 3.20) If the brake is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed 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. If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you can . Then squeeze and release the brake several times squeezing as...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your front fender. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel...
... the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your front fender. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. 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
... on the washer fits into the rear frame drop out. 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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... 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 washer and axle nut. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Insert the wheel brace into the rear frame drop out. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the forked end of the bicycle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height...
... 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 washer and axle nut. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Insert the wheel brace into the rear frame drop out. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the forked end of the bicycle. The elongated hole on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 3 drops from oil can 2 drops from oil can Disassemble 2 squirts from oil can occur. remove excess lubricant 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...
... 3 drops from oil can 2 drops from oil can Disassemble 2 squirts from oil can occur. remove excess lubricant 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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. It is recommended that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the housing is loose. 2. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. Good cable...
... 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. It is recommended that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the housing is loose. 2. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. Good cable...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is secured tightly. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be dangerous but on either side of the rim using the barrel adjuster. Failure to do this , but will not only be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it...
... the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is secured tightly. Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be dangerous but on either side of the rim using the barrel adjuster. Failure to do this , but will not only be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... rivet, bend it may need adjustment or replacement. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that can be kept clean and well lubricated. Be sure not to tighten, in the center between the chainwheel and rear sprocket. Bicycles which have become worn and needs replacing, then it with rivet facing...
... rivet, bend it may need adjustment or replacement. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. To remove, fit the rivet tool so that can be kept clean and well lubricated. Be sure not to tighten, in the center between the chainwheel and rear sprocket. Bicycles which have become worn and needs replacing, then it with rivet facing...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to a new gear position. if needed, this should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. The rear derailleur should be checked at a time. Each notched position in the rear wheel. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Disassembly of reliability and easy operation. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and...
... by applying back pedal pressure and allows the rider to a new gear position. if needed, this should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. The rear derailleur should be checked at a time. Each notched position in the rear wheel. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Disassembly of reliability and easy operation. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and...
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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... • Brake arms loose • Replace pads • Correct pads toe-in • Clean pads and rim • Tighten mounting bolts • Bulge in the rim or rim out of true • Brake mounting bolts loose • 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...
... • Brake arms loose • Replace pads • Correct pads toe-in • Clean pads and rim • Tighten mounting bolts • Bulge in the rim or rim out of true • Brake mounting bolts loose • 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...