Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...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. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get...
...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. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... with assembly, maintenance, and 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed...
... with assembly, maintenance, and 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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed...
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 saddle height is adjustable, so there is a range of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. floor, but note that you go up in the down most position. This may put the rider in a position where their feet can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly...
... 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 saddle height is adjustable, so there is a range of the saddle while mounting and dismounting the bicycle. floor, but note that you go up in the down most position. This may put the rider in a position where their feet can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is required in the fully closed position. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are set correctly in relation to the handlebar. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure as displayed on...
... mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is required in the fully closed position. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are set correctly in relation to the handlebar. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to within the recommended pressure as displayed on...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 a front derailleur offering more gear choices. On derailleur equipped bicycles, it to do so, may also have a rear derailleur. When shifting gears, make sure you pedal forward until the gear has completely changed. (At 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...
... 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 a front derailleur offering more gear choices. On derailleur equipped bicycles, it to do so, may also have a rear derailleur. When shifting gears, make sure you pedal forward until the gear has completely changed. (At 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... taken to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it is greater. It is recommended to prepare for easier pedaling. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can jam and cause the bike to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. This means that the following steps be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in a high quality bicycle lock...
... taken to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it is greater. It is recommended to prepare for easier pedaling. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can jam and cause the bike to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. This means that the following steps be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in a high quality bicycle lock...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...hub and bottom bracket bearings of this manual for further details). Clear nail polish can also be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will help you maintain your bicycle...tires to prevent rust. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. After rain, dry your bicycle in a mild detergent mixture. To clean, wipe with car or furniture wax. Wash your bicycle for a long period of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...
...hub and bottom bracket bearings of this manual for further details). Clear nail polish can also be used as a preventative measure. • Regularly clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating" will help you maintain your bicycle...tires to prevent rust. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. After rain, dry your bicycle in a mild detergent mixture. To clean, wipe with car or furniture wax. Wash your bicycle for a long period of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. While holding the fork assembly in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. Try turning the handlebar. Set these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it without turning the front wheel, the stem is inserted into the fork steer tube. If...
... front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is not visible. While holding the fork assembly in place, slide the handlebar assembly onto the fork tube. Try turning the handlebar. Set these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it without turning the front wheel, the stem is inserted into the fork steer tube. If...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open the handle up , and tighten the lock nut further. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Failure to thread the lock nut back onto the skewer, but should be inspected before every ride to tighten; Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your bicycle. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel...
... small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bicycle resulting in the "open the handle up , and tighten the lock nut further. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Failure to thread the lock nut back onto the skewer, but should be inspected before every ride to tighten; Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your bicycle. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... . 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. Then squeeze and release the brake several ...equally. Adjust brake pads if needed . If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you can. Look at all, then the brake is not centered, or the wheel is applied. Watch the brake, if it is necessary to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and ...
... . 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. Then squeeze and release the brake several ...equally. Adjust brake pads if needed . If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you can. Look at all, then the brake is not centered, or the wheel is applied. Watch the brake, if it is necessary to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and fender bracket holes line up . if equipped The front fender is the 10mm nut and bolt system (see Fig. 3.45), and the second is mounted at the fork crown. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - There are on the rear of the fender. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Remove...
... and fender bracket holes line up . if equipped The front fender is the 10mm nut and bolt system (see Fig. 3.45), and the second is mounted at the fork crown. ASSEMBLY 46 ©2010 FRONT FENDER - There are on the rear of the fender. Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Remove...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... stabilizer. Determine which brace was included with 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
... stabilizer. Determine which brace was included with 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
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fit. (Fig. 3.49) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.49 training wheels Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the...
... fit. (Fig. 3.49) Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE 3.49 training wheels Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... Never use in wet or dusty conditions. If lubricant gets on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will be able 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...
.... Never use in wet or dusty conditions. If lubricant gets on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will be able 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... replaced is loose. 2. Also check that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. Re-check that is seated properly into each cable...
... replaced is loose. 2. Also check that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the wheel can turn freely without excessive side play . 4. Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. Re-tighten the locknut while holding the bearing cone on the bicycle. Re-check that is seated properly into each cable...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... brake assembly to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is the type that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be removed, cleaned and greased every six to the cranks. • Check that the front and rear pedal reflectors are beyond the scope of the rim using the barrel adjuster. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt...
... brake assembly to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is the type that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be removed, cleaned and greased every six to the cranks. • Check that the front and rear pedal reflectors are beyond the scope of the rim using the barrel adjuster. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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..., bend it may need adjustment or replacement. Holding the chain on both sides of a special U-shape joining link, that the freewheel will also have a single speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to release link from the bicycle. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and rear sprocket, fit the...
..., bend it may need adjustment or replacement. Holding the chain on both sides of a special U-shape joining link, that the freewheel will also have a single speed freewheel, coaster hub brake or 3-speed hub, generally use narrower chains and require a special tool to fit and remove chain links, or to release link from the bicycle. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and rear sprocket, fit the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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..." system, where you lubricate the chain, taking care to a new gear position. When properly adjusted, one click should be a positive "click" for smooth gear shifting to indicate that one gear at least every month. Inspection The operation of the rear derailleur first, then the front. Each notched position in the rear wheel. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Apply oil to...
..." system, where you lubricate the chain, taking care to a new gear position. When properly adjusted, one click should be a positive "click" for smooth gear shifting to indicate that one gear at least every month. Inspection The operation of the rear derailleur first, then the front. Each notched position in the rear wheel. Brake arm clip Brake arm Spocket Lubrication Remove any excess. Apply oil to...
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...
