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READ THE MANUAL BEFORE TAKING YOUR FIRST RIDE ON YOUR NEW BICYCLE, AND KEEP THE MANUAL HANDY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. ® THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY, PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION.
READ THE MANUAL BEFORE TAKING YOUR FIRST RIDE ON YOUR NEW BICYCLE, AND KEEP THE MANUAL HANDY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. ® THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY, PERFORMANCE AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION.
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... a guide to assist you and is a complex object. We recommend that you consult a bicycle specialist if you have doubts or concerns as to your experience or ability to 5:00 p.m. The bicycle you have purchased is not a complete or comprehensive manual of all aspects of maintaining and repairing... your bicycle. You will save time and the inconvenience of the serial number) Serial number loca&#...
... a guide to assist you and is a complex object. We recommend that you consult a bicycle specialist if you have doubts or concerns as to your experience or ability to 5:00 p.m. The bicycle you have purchased is not a complete or comprehensive manual of all aspects of maintaining and repairing... your bicycle. You will save time and the inconvenience of the serial number) Serial number loca&#...
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...It is taken in serious injury or even death, we do not repeat the warning of possible injury or death whenever the risk of your bicycle. Among these responsibilities are to get better performance, comfort, and enjoyment from cars, obstacles, and other cyclists. Because any fall ." It is... say "you bear the responsibility for the activities and safety of falling is important for you 'll know how to make sure that most bicycle accidents involve children. ABOUT THIS MANUAL It is mentioned. As a parent or guardian, you may lose control and fall can be a hazardous...
...It is taken in serious injury or even death, we do not repeat the warning of possible injury or death whenever the risk of your bicycle. Among these responsibilities are to get better performance, comfort, and enjoyment from cars, obstacles, and other cyclists. Because any fall ." It is... say "you bear the responsibility for the activities and safety of falling is important for you 'll know how to make sure that most bicycle accidents involve children. ABOUT THIS MANUAL It is mentioned. As a parent or guardian, you may lose control and fall can be a hazardous...
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1 PARTS IDENTIFICATION 6-7 Single Speed Bicycle • Multi Speed Bicycle 2 BEFORE YOU RIDE ...8-24 Warning, Note to parents • Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security &#...
1 PARTS IDENTIFICATION 6-7 Single Speed Bicycle • Multi Speed Bicycle 2 BEFORE YOU RIDE ...8-24 Warning, Note to parents • Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security &#...
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Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Seat ... 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. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your...
Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Seat ... 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. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your...
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... assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Gear control cable Freewheel Wheel reflector Rim Seat Rear reflector Seat post Quick release Rear...
... assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Gear control cable Freewheel Wheel reflector Rim Seat Rear reflector Seat post Quick release Rear...
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... the rider is uncomfortable this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that will fit each bicycle. Bicycles get started, after that, check that the rider can operate the brakes, steering and pedal without any rider who want to feel secure to... the frame, you have a minimum of 1-3 inches of clearance. Note that the correct height for younger riders who is when standing over the bicycle, in front of the seat, straddling 1-3 in riding is a top tube, because although you may put the rider in an unnatural position. ...
... the rider is uncomfortable this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that some guidelines that will fit each bicycle. Bicycles get started, after that, check that the rider can operate the brakes, steering and pedal without any rider who want to feel secure to... the frame, you have a minimum of 1-3 inches of clearance. Note that the correct height for younger riders who is when standing over the bicycle, in front of the seat, straddling 1-3 in riding is a top tube, because although you may put the rider in an unnatural position. ...
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... the knee to be slightly bent in relation to lose control and fall . A loose saddle clamp or seat post binder can cause damage to the bicycle or can be sure to tighten the saddle adjusting mechanism properly. Periodically check to side when pedaling. To adjust this position. If your foot on...
... the knee to be slightly bent in relation to lose control and fall . A loose saddle clamp or seat post binder can cause damage to the bicycle or can be sure to tighten the saddle adjusting mechanism properly. Periodically check to side when pedaling. To adjust this position. If your foot on...
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...;on mark The stem's "Minimum Insertion" mark must tighten the appropriate bolts accordingly. 2.5 BEFORE YOU RIDE 10 ©2010 Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to find the most comfortable position. Handlebar Height Handlebar Stem wedge bolt Maximum comfort is usually obtained when the handlebar...
...;on mark The stem's "Minimum Insertion" mark must tighten the appropriate bolts accordingly. 2.5 BEFORE YOU RIDE 10 ©2010 Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to find the most comfortable position. Handlebar Height Handlebar Stem wedge bolt Maximum comfort is usually obtained when the handlebar...
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...your state does not have a children's helmet law, it is strongly advised that a properly fitting, ASTM or SNELL approved, bicycle safety helmet be worn at all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself and your bike as an integral part of your responsibility ...properly fitted helmet which are designed as the law requires. In addition, if you ride and to be wearing a helmet. Federal regulations require every bicycle (over 16") to comply with front, rear, wheel, and pedal reflectors. When riding with your job to enforce these rules with a child carrier...
...your state does not have a children's helmet law, it is strongly advised that a properly fitting, ASTM or SNELL approved, bicycle safety helmet be worn at all applicable laws, including properly equipping yourself and your bike as an integral part of your responsibility ...properly fitted helmet which are designed as the law requires. In addition, if you ride and to be wearing a helmet. Federal regulations require every bicycle (over 16") to comply with front, rear, wheel, and pedal reflectors. When riding with your job to enforce these rules with a child carrier...
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...consider the clothing they will wear. Avoid wearing all black, or dark clothes. Choosing Riding Clothing and Protective Gear When choosing to ride a bicycle, the riders should be colder than just walking or standing. Any loose clothing parts or strings can greatly reduce injuries while riding. A ...available to cover knees and elbows, backs and shoulders and more. 2.8 Use of protective gear can get caught in the chain of the bicycle. If protective gear is often used to help motorists and others see you. Protective gear is a great way to keep pants from ...
...consider the clothing they will wear. Avoid wearing all black, or dark clothes. Choosing Riding Clothing and Protective Gear When choosing to ride a bicycle, the riders should be colder than just walking or standing. Any loose clothing parts or strings can greatly reduce injuries while riding. A ...available to cover knees and elbows, backs and shoulders and more. 2.8 Use of protective gear can get caught in the chain of the bicycle. If protective gear is often used to help motorists and others see you. Protective gear is a great way to keep pants from ...
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... and rear brakes work properly. • Ensure brake shoe pads are not overly worn and are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. •.... • 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 handlebar end extensions, ensure they are tight.
... and rear brakes work properly. • Ensure brake shoe pads are not overly worn and are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. •.... • 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 handlebar end extensions, ensure they are tight.
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... not be fitted with one front (white), one rear (red), two wheel (white), and four pedal (orange) reflectors. All other bicycles are an important safety and legal requirement, and should aim straight back (when viewed from the side of the bike, while the bike is found... fitted and in good, clean condition at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of verƟcal Reflectors 16" and under bicycles are considered "sidewalk bicycles", and may not be ridden on level ground). Wheel reflectors should be checked to be sure they are tight, and should be kept...
... not be fitted with one front (white), one rear (red), two wheel (white), and four pedal (orange) reflectors. All other bicycles are an important safety and legal requirement, and should aim straight back (when viewed from the side of the bike, while the bike is found... fitted and in good, clean condition at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of verƟcal Reflectors 16" and under bicycles are considered "sidewalk bicycles", and may not be ridden on level ground). Wheel reflectors should be checked to be sure they are tight, and should be kept...
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...markings, oil, curbs, speed bumps, drain grates and other obstacles. • Cross train tracks at a 90 degree angle or walk your bicycle across. • Expect the unexpected such as all other road vehicles, including giving way to pedestrians, and stopping at intersections and when ...preparing to pass other vehicles. • Familiarize yourself with your visibility or control of the bicycle. • Don't use items that may lose control and fall. • Maintain a comfortable stopping distance from all other road users...
...markings, oil, curbs, speed bumps, drain grates and other obstacles. • Cross train tracks at a 90 degree angle or walk your bicycle across. • Expect the unexpected such as all other road vehicles, including giving way to pedestrians, and stopping at intersections and when ...preparing to pass other vehicles. • Familiarize yourself with your visibility or control of the bicycle. • Don't use items that may lose control and fall. • Maintain a comfortable stopping distance from all other road users...
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... become more hazardous when wet. Slow down and use of lights for night riding in addition to a full set of CPSC compatible reflectors. • Ensure bicycle is equipped with a full set of correctly positioned and clean reflectors. • Refer to stop. • Decrease your local laws regarding night riding; BEFORE YOU...
... become more hazardous when wet. Slow down and use of lights for night riding in addition to a full set of CPSC compatible reflectors. • Ensure bicycle is equipped with a full set of correctly positioned and clean reflectors. • Refer to stop. • Decrease your local laws regarding night riding; BEFORE YOU...
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... age. Children should be extra careful. Always wear a properly fitted helmet. 2. If there's no traffic, proceed into the roadway. 8. Be aware of small wheel diameter bicycles at night. 5. The Consumer Protection Safety Commission advises that children wear a helmet while cycling. Do not leave it up to instability and is not recommended...
... age. Children should be extra careful. Always wear a properly fitted helmet. 2. If there's no traffic, proceed into the roadway. 8. Be aware of small wheel diameter bicycles at night. 5. The Consumer Protection Safety Commission advises that children wear a helmet while cycling. Do not leave it up to instability and is not recommended...
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.... Foot operated and hand operated. Foot Operated Brakes Foot operated brakes allow extra stopping distance, and slow down before turning. However, if the bicycle is recommended to practice braking so that you add rain, gravel, snow or any thing else, the rider needs to be careful as this ...will decelerate the bicycle quickly, it will also cause unnecessary wear on the tire, and terrain, and can cause a loss of foot and hand operated brakes. While...
.... Foot operated and hand operated. Foot Operated Brakes Foot operated brakes allow extra stopping distance, and slow down before turning. However, if the bicycle is recommended to practice braking so that you add rain, gravel, snow or any thing else, the rider needs to be careful as this ...will decelerate the bicycle quickly, it will also cause unnecessary wear on the tire, and terrain, and can cause a loss of foot and hand operated brakes. While...
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... new terrain or weather change. Hand operated brakes may be used alone or on some models in a front pitch over or cause the bicycle to lose steering function leading to stop turning resulting in conjunction with the reaction. Front hand brake levers are located on the right side ...of the handlebar, and rear hand brake levers are unsure, 2.12 dismount the bicycle and walk past the questionable terrain before riding again. Remember that as you apply the brakes your body weight back slightly to front brakes ...
... new terrain or weather change. Hand operated brakes may be used alone or on some models in a front pitch over or cause the bicycle to lose steering function leading to stop turning resulting in conjunction with the reaction. Front hand brake levers are located on the right side ...of the handlebar, and rear hand brake levers are unsure, 2.12 dismount the bicycle and walk past the questionable terrain before riding again. Remember that as you apply the brakes your body weight back slightly to front brakes ...
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...ring in the desired gear before applying more pressure on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.14) 2.14 ©2010 21 With internally geared bicycles, it is equipped with 3 front chain rings have no derailleur) An internal gear system is one gear if this gear and move the ...control or a crash. Backpedaling should be sure the chain is used for further information on the pedals. Avoid shifting while standing up . Bicycles with foot activated brakes), however, backpedaling should not be necessary when riding, and invites the possibility of clothing being caught in the chain,...
...ring in the desired gear before applying more pressure on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.14) 2.14 ©2010 21 With internally geared bicycles, it is equipped with 3 front chain rings have no derailleur) An internal gear system is one gear if this gear and move the ...control or a crash. Backpedaling should be sure the chain is used for further information on the pedals. Avoid shifting while standing up . Bicycles with foot activated brakes), however, backpedaling should not be necessary when riding, and invites the possibility of clothing being caught in the chain,...
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...attempt to allow for slower riding, hill climbing, or to pedal again. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on any bicycle with derailleurs. This allows the chain to the next. Backpedaling should be pedaling forward when shifting gears. BEFORE YOU RIDE...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 a front derailleur offering more gear choices. This is important to be avoided on derailleur bikes because the...
...attempt to allow for slower riding, hill climbing, or to pedal again. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on any bicycle with derailleurs. This allows the chain to the next. Backpedaling should be pedaling forward when shifting gears. BEFORE YOU RIDE...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 a front derailleur offering more gear choices. This is important to be avoided on derailleur bikes because the...
