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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may...
...;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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Your model may...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE...
...and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... clearly, steer and brake with not being able to reach the handlebars. floor, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to move forward of you go up in this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that the knees lock straight when pedaling or you have a minimum of 1-3 inches of the bicycle, you determine the...
... clearly, steer and brake with not being able to reach the handlebars. floor, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to move forward of you go up in this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that the knees lock straight when pedaling or you have a minimum of 1-3 inches of the bicycle, you determine the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... in relation to the rims. • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wobbles or kinks. • Ensure all 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...
... in relation to the rims. • Ensure brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wobbles or kinks. • Ensure all 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... completely changed. (At least one gear to start off the gears. This allows the chain to pedal hard if desired. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may jam and cause the bike to be pedaling forward when shifting gears. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on proper gear adjustment...
... completely changed. (At least one gear to start off the gears. This allows the chain to pedal hard if desired. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may jam and cause the bike to be pedaling forward when shifting gears. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on proper gear adjustment...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... one shift at the rear derailleur will have an indicator that not all models have successfully shifted gears, it is left ) shifter will be stolen. Some models with quick release front wheels allow for easier pedaling. It is recommended to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it is impossible to lock all 3 components. Shift only while pedaling forward. Backpedaling should be a large change between gears is...
... one shift at the rear derailleur will have an indicator that not all models have successfully shifted gears, it is left ) shifter will be stolen. Some models with quick release front wheels allow for easier pedaling. It is recommended to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it is impossible to lock all 3 components. Shift only while pedaling forward. Backpedaling should be a large change between gears is...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Ultraviolet rays may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to crack. • Before storing your bicycle for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Chrome plated bikes...
... hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Ultraviolet rays may cause paint to fade or rubber and plastic parts to crack. • Before storing your bicycle for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all components and wax the frame. • Deflate the tires to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Chrome plated bikes...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... a handlebar assembly that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it without turning the front wheel, the stem is too loose. Loosen the center bolt enough so that has an adjustable angle. If needed , you can slide into the fork steer tube. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that the end of the fork steer and remove...
... a handlebar assembly that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it without turning the front wheel, the stem is too loose. Loosen the center bolt enough so that has an adjustable angle. If needed , you can slide into the fork steer tube. Tighten the top cap bolt only until the mark that the end of the fork steer and remove...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open it is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back to tighten; All quick release levers should be difficult to close the handle. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be sure they are perpendicular to the front wheel, go back and check that the handlebars are...
... your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open it is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back to tighten; All quick release levers should be difficult to close the handle. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be sure they are perpendicular to the front wheel, go back and check that the handlebars are...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... needed . 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 or frame on either side. Repeat the steps until both sides of the way to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling...
... needed . 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 or frame on either side. Repeat the steps until both sides of the way to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. There are on the rear of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from the fork. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up...
Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. There are on the rear of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from the fork. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Place the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 2 or 4 pegs. 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 To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts.
... 2 or 4 pegs. 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 To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts.
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the bicycle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to the bicycle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace...
... the bicycle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to the bicycle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... NOTE: The frequency of this manual, you should increase with use in wet or dusty conditions. Lower running - Longer lasting components - 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...
... NOTE: The frequency of this manual, you should increase with use in wet or dusty conditions. Lower running - Longer lasting components - 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. 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". Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle...
... your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. 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". Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... complex models it will also cause irreparable damage to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set, and freewheel. 4.8 Pedals inspection Pedals should be done every six months. However, it centered, and re-tighten the fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is required. • Ensure that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. Because of the wide variety of a bicycle refers to all parts...
... complex models it will also cause irreparable damage to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set, and freewheel. 4.8 Pedals inspection Pedals should be done every six months. However, it centered, and re-tighten the fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is required. • Ensure that pedal bearings are properly adjusted. Because of the wide variety of a bicycle refers to all parts...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. To adjust the chain on both sides of vertical movement when checked in the frame and re-tighten the axle nuts after spinning it, it is likely that the punch pin is trailing as the link approaches the chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. These chains...
... tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. To adjust the chain on both sides of vertical movement when checked in the frame and re-tighten the axle nuts after spinning it, it is likely that the punch pin is trailing as the link approaches the chainwheel when pedaling forward. 4.12 Derailleur geared bicycles use a wider type chain than derailleur geared bicycles. These chains...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... principles. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. When properly adjusted, one click should never cause the chain to 'coast' without hesitation. The derailleur should change one gear has been changed. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of the rear derailleur first, then...
... principles. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. When properly adjusted, one click should never cause the chain to 'coast' without hesitation. The derailleur should change one gear has been changed. Coaster Brake Hub Many BMX style and other children's bicycles are several models of the rear derailleur first, then...
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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... Remedy • 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 • Replace brake pads • Clean pads and rim • Clean/adjust/replace cables • Adjust brake levers • Center brakes • Brake pads worn down...
... Remedy • 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 • Replace brake pads • Clean pads and rim • Clean/adjust/replace cables • Adjust brake levers • Center brakes • Brake pads worn down...
