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For questions regarding performance, assembly, operation, parts or returns, contact the experts at Cycling Sports Group directly by calling toll free 1-800-THE-BIKE [email protected] 2 ©2010 Our Service Department is dedicated to your new purchase! Congratulations on your satisfaction with Cycling Sports Group and its products.
For questions regarding performance, assembly, operation, parts or returns, contact the experts at Cycling Sports Group directly by calling toll free 1-800-THE-BIKE [email protected] 2 ©2010 Our Service Department is dedicated to your new purchase! Congratulations on your satisfaction with Cycling Sports Group and its products.
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... parts, service questions, operating advice, and/or assembly questions. 16 Trowbridge Drive Bethel, CT 06801 USA www.schwinnbikes.com Service sƟcker locaƟon (Bike shown upside down) 3 You will save time and the inconvenience of having to go back to properly assemble, repair, or maintain your bicycle. The bicycle...
... parts, service questions, operating advice, and/or assembly questions. 16 Trowbridge Drive Bethel, CT 06801 USA www.schwinnbikes.com Service sƟcker locaƟon (Bike shown upside down) 3 You will save time and the inconvenience of having to go back to properly assemble, repair, or maintain your bicycle. The bicycle...
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... to straddle the frame, you must also be sure you determine the correct fit. BEFORE YOU RIDE 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 not touch the ground easily. Do not...
... to straddle the frame, you must also be sure you determine the correct fit. BEFORE YOU RIDE 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 not touch the ground easily. Do not...
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... tires may unitentionally lose ground contact." RIDER (lbs/kg) 500 / 227 LUGGAGE (lbs/kg) 75 / 34 TOTAL (lbs/kg) 575 / 261 CHILD BIKE These bikes are not designed for mountain biking or off -road, cyclocross, or touring with racks and panniers. They are designed for children riding where parental supervision isalways required. Road...
... tires may unitentionally lose ground contact." RIDER (lbs/kg) 500 / 227 LUGGAGE (lbs/kg) 75 / 34 TOTAL (lbs/kg) 575 / 261 CHILD BIKE These bikes are not designed for mountain biking or off -road, cyclocross, or touring with racks and panniers. They are designed for children riding where parental supervision isalways required. Road...
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...sick drop" or drop offs, jumps or launches (wooden structures, dirt embankments) requiring long suspension travel is relatively short since the bike is a set of conditions for the operation of 60 cm (24 in good condition, and bike paths. Jumps should be limited to add comfort, not off -road or mountain... bike use in extreme forms of these bikes have suspension features, but these features are in .) or less are best suited to faster...
...sick drop" or drop offs, jumps or launches (wooden structures, dirt embankments) requiring long suspension travel is relatively short since the bike is a set of conditions for the operation of 60 cm (24 in good condition, and bike paths. Jumps should be limited to add comfort, not off -road or mountain... bike use in extreme forms of these bikes have suspension features, but these features are in .) or less are best suited to faster...
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... recognized as a moving bicyclist. Federal regulations require every bicycle (over 16") to enforce these rules with all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself and your bike as an integral part of the state where you to be worn at all times when riding your bicycle.
... recognized as a moving bicyclist. Federal regulations require every bicycle (over 16") to enforce these rules with all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself and your bike as an integral part of the state where you to be worn at all times when riding your bicycle.
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.... • Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings. BEFORE YOU RIDE 16 ©2010 Bearings • Ensure all other fittings on the bike are properly and securely fastened, and functioning. • Ensure the rider is wearing a properly fitted helmet. Frame and Fork • Check that front and rear...
.... • Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings. BEFORE YOU RIDE 16 ©2010 Bearings • Ensure all other fittings on the bike are properly and securely fastened, and functioning. • Ensure the rider is wearing a properly fitted helmet. Frame and Fork • Check that front and rear...
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..., inspect all times. These bicycles should remain securely fitted and in good, clean condition at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of the bike, while the bike is found. Front & rear reflectors should aim straight back (when viewed from the side of wear or damage.
..., inspect all times. These bicycles should remain securely fitted and in good, clean condition at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of the bike, while the bike is found. Front & rear reflectors should aim straight back (when viewed from the side of wear or damage.
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... position when the chain is fully engaged in the rear combined with 3 front chain rings have enough gear "overlaps" that gear before pedaling hard. The bike may be sure the chain is in the smallest cog in the desired gear before applying more pressure on the pedals or under load. To...
... position when the chain is fully engaged in the rear combined with 3 front chain rings have enough gear "overlaps" that gear before pedaling hard. The bike may be sure the chain is in the smallest cog in the desired gear before applying more pressure on the pedals or under load. To...
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... forward when shifting gears. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Pedaling hard while shifting can be avoided on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 The right side shifter will operate the rear derailleur, and the left side (if equipped) will have a front derailleur offering more gear choices... you pedal forward, or falling off the gears. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may jam and cause the bike to "derail" from 1 up. It is OK to pedal hard if desired. It is OK to ride the whole time in this is used for...
... forward when shifting gears. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Pedaling hard while shifting can be avoided on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 24 ©2010 The right side shifter will operate the rear derailleur, and the left side (if equipped) will have a front derailleur offering more gear choices... you pedal forward, or falling off the gears. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may jam and cause the bike to "derail" from 1 up. It is OK to pedal hard if desired. It is OK to ride the whole time in this is used for...
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... of a bicycle may be a large change between gears is a risk. 2.18 ©2010 25 Be aware that a quick release seatpost can be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Front Shifter Note that not all models have an indicator... suggested to become unstable. (Fig. 2.17) BEFORE YOU RIDE 2.17 SECURITY You just bought a new bicycle! Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to lock the major components if possible. Most commonly, if you believe that this is the lowest gear.
... of a bicycle may be a large change between gears is a risk. 2.18 ©2010 25 Be aware that a quick release seatpost can be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Front Shifter Note that not all models have an indicator... suggested to become unstable. (Fig. 2.17) BEFORE YOU RIDE 2.17 SECURITY You just bought a new bicycle! Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to lock the major components if possible. Most commonly, if you believe that this is the lowest gear.
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.... • Don't store near electric motors as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Chrome plated bikes should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with a dry cloth. Dry with a cloth and polish with a damp cloth...
.... • Don't store near electric motors as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Chrome plated bikes should be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with a dry cloth. Dry with a cloth and polish with a damp cloth...
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... parts or have questions pertaining to the assembly of your bicycle, call the service line direct at: SERVICE & TECHNICAL SUPPORT CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-THE-BIKE ASSEMBLY Tools Required: • Phillips head screw driver • 4mm, 5mm, 6mm and 8mm Allen keys • Adjustable wrench or a 9mm, 10mm, 14mm and 15mm...
... parts or have questions pertaining to the assembly of your bicycle, call the service line direct at: SERVICE & TECHNICAL SUPPORT CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-THE-BIKE ASSEMBLY Tools Required: • Phillips head screw driver • 4mm, 5mm, 6mm and 8mm Allen keys • Adjustable wrench or a 9mm, 10mm, 14mm and 15mm...
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... front wheel axle so that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Inspect the handle, note that there's an "open " position. Practice opening and closing , the lock nut (opposite side...
... front wheel axle so that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Inspect the handle, note that there's an "open " position. Practice opening and closing , the lock nut (opposite side...
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... cable anchor by hand, and then while still squeezing the brake, tighten the cable anchor fully with a "cable detangler". Determine which type of brake your bike is disconnected at the brake lever, slide the head of the brake. Caliper Brake If the brake cable is not connected at the caliper, thread...
... cable anchor by hand, and then while still squeezing the brake, tighten the cable anchor fully with a "cable detangler". Determine which type of brake your bike is disconnected at the brake lever, slide the head of the brake. Caliper Brake If the brake cable is not connected at the caliper, thread...
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... it flops forward and back, adjust the upper cable barrel adjusters until the flop is minimal or none at the mid point of brake the bike is to be fine tuned with (Caliper or U brake). If so, unscrew the adjust barrel further until the flop is shorter than the other. If...
... it flops forward and back, adjust the upper cable barrel adjusters until the flop is minimal or none at the mid point of brake the bike is to be fine tuned with (Caliper or U brake). If so, unscrew the adjust barrel further until the flop is shorter than the other. If...
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... outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . If your bike did not come stock with any questions. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. The...
... outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . If your bike did not come stock with any questions. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. The...
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... more you ride, the more frequently maintenance will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. Correct routine maintenance of your new bike will ensure: Smooth running costs Every time you ride your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Injury to prevent dirt build up.
... more you ride, the more frequently maintenance will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. Correct routine maintenance of your new bike will ensure: Smooth running costs Every time you ride your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Injury to prevent dirt build up.
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...". Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. The first indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that is recommended that the housing is loose. 2. It is not operating properly. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. To...
...". Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. The first indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that is recommended that the housing is loose. 2. It is not operating properly. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. To...
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..., squeeze the brake pads against the rim, loosen the lock nut and turn the adjuster Brake pad clearance should also be able to stop the bike. Replace the brake pads if they are damaged, they operate freely and that the grooves or pattern cannot be made via the cable adjusting barrel...
..., squeeze the brake pads against the rim, loosen the lock nut and turn the adjuster Brake pad clearance should also be able to stop the bike. Replace the brake pads if they are damaged, they operate freely and that the grooves or pattern cannot be made via the cable adjusting barrel...