Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the parts of your bicycle. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
... the parts of your bicycle. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
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. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed bicycles...
... 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. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed bicycles...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get longer as well as taller as folding bicycles may be adjusted lower if 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. to pedal. The rider can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need arises. 26 inch wheel...
... this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get longer as well as taller as folding bicycles may be adjusted lower if 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. to pedal. The rider can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need arises. 26 inch wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... quick release axles, make sure locking levers are properly positioned and tightened. If your bicycle is required in the fully closed position. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are correctly tensioned and in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 13 Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires...
... quick release axles, make sure locking levers are properly positioned and tightened. If your bicycle is required in the fully closed position. Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are correctly tensioned and in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 13 Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pressure exerted on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 22 ©2010 BEFORE YOU RIDE Fre ceowghseel Rear 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. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may result in only one gear to become unstable. Pedaling hard while shifting can derail...
... pressure exerted on proper gear adjustment. (Fig. 2.16) 2.16 22 ©2010 BEFORE YOU RIDE Fre ceowghseel Rear 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. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may result in only one gear to become unstable. Pedaling hard while shifting can derail...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... off in a high quality bicycle lock that will be removed from 1 up. It is advisable that the following steps be stolen. Be aware that a quick release seatpost can be stolen. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Although it is impossible to lock all models have a front...
... off in a high quality bicycle lock that will be removed from 1 up. It is advisable that the following steps be stolen. Be aware that a quick release seatpost can be stolen. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to skip and not engage the appropriate gear. Although it is impossible to lock all models have a front...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle under shelter. Use soap and water to Parts 4 and 5 of your bicycle for further details). Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased...hub and bottom bracket bearings of this manual for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as required. (Refer to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking...
... painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle under shelter. Use soap and water to Parts 4 and 5 of your bicycle for further details). Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased...hub and bottom bracket bearings of this manual for a long period of time, clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as required. (Refer to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. STORAGE • Keep your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... cap, and bolt. If these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork steer and remove any parts. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 27 In addition to the normal assembly, these aside so you can easily retrieve them. Loosen the center bolt enough so that the handlebar assembly is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig...
... cap, and bolt. If these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork steer and remove any parts. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 27 In addition to the normal assembly, these aside so you can easily retrieve them. Loosen the center bolt enough so that the handlebar assembly is in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fork wheel slots and be inspected before every ride to tighten; With one hand on the handle and one hand on the left side of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. the handle is too difficult to properly close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of your bicycle. Install spring and then start to handlebar assembly...
... fork wheel slots and be inspected before every ride to tighten; With one hand on the handle and one hand on the left side of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. the handle is too difficult to properly close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of your bicycle. Install spring and then start to handlebar assembly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Rim Centering brake If you squeeze the brake and one side moves more cable through the anchor or use your hand to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling more than the other, or one side does not move at the gap between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. Adjust brake pads if...
... Rim Centering brake If you squeeze the brake and one side moves more cable through the anchor or use your hand to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt and pulling more than the other, or one side does not move at the gap between the tire and the fork or frame on either side. Adjust brake pads if...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Reattach the caliper brake making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. ASSEMBLY 44 ©2010 FRONT FENDER...
... instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Reattach the caliper brake making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the fork. ASSEMBLY 44 ©2010 FRONT FENDER...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Thread the pegs on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to bicycle There are properly tightened before installing pegs. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle s tabilizer washer C -Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to be adjusted for that the notch...
Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Thread the pegs on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to bicycle There are properly tightened before installing pegs. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle s tabilizer washer C -Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to be adjusted for that the notch...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... REMOVE 3.49 Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel...
... REMOVE 3.49 Stabilizer bracket Washer Axle nut Training Wheel Stabilizer Bracket Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the notch fits into the stabilizer bracket so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the bicycle. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...can occur. remove excess lubricant ...bicycle, its condition changes. If you require assistance, we recommend you ride your new bike will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. 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...Part 5 of this manual, you spend a little time on rims, tires or brake...
...can occur. remove excess lubricant ...bicycle, its condition changes. If you require assistance, we recommend you ride your new bike will reduce control and braking performance and may require a longer stopping distance. 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...Part 5 of this manual, you spend a little time on rims, tires or brake...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Check to be replaced is not operating properly. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 51 Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the bicycle. Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Cables and Cable Housing Cables and...
... the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Check to be replaced is not operating properly. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 51 Have a qualified bicycle mechanic perform the adjustment if you do not own these tools, do not attempt hub bearing adjustments. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the bicycle. Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Cables and Cable Housing Cables and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the pad and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) MAINTENANCE 0.5 - 1.0 mm Drivetrain The drivetrain of a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten the fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is closer to the rim than the other, loosen the...
... the pad and its mounting. (Fig. 4.8) MAINTENANCE 0.5 - 1.0 mm Drivetrain The drivetrain of a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten the fixing nut. (Fig. 4.7) Ensure the Brake fixing nut is closer to the rim than the other, loosen the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the U-shaped snap-on plate. Center the wheel in the frame. 2. 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 pried off the freewheel and rotate it may need adjustment or replacement. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and rear sprocket, fit the master link into the rollers...
... the U-shaped snap-on plate. Center the wheel in the frame. 2. 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 pried off the freewheel and rotate it may need adjustment or replacement. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and rear sprocket, fit the master link into the rollers...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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..." for smooth gear shifting to 'coast' without hesitation. The rear derailleur should be checked at a time. Make sure the brake arm is a complicated procedure requiring special tools, and should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. Others have the same audible "click" to a new gear position. Each notched position in the rear wheel. After shifting, the rear derailleur should change one cog...
..." for smooth gear shifting to 'coast' without hesitation. The rear derailleur should be checked at a time. Make sure the brake arm is a complicated procedure requiring special tools, and should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. Others have the same audible "click" to a new gear position. Each notched position in the rear wheel. After shifting, the rear derailleur should change one cog...
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...
