Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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...
... parts of your bicycle. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model...
... 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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...tube, because although you may have smaller wheels but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get longer as well as taller as folding bicycles may be able to straddle the frame, you have a minimum of 1-3 inches of the saddle to pedal. Do not raise the seat so much that some guidelines that will help you should be adjusted...handlebars. 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. Just a slight bend in an unnatural position. The saddle can safely reach the handlebars...
...tube, because although you may have smaller wheels but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to get longer as well as taller as folding bicycles may be able to straddle the frame, you have a minimum of 1-3 inches of the saddle to pedal. Do not raise the seat so much that some guidelines that will help you should be adjusted...handlebars. 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. Just a slight bend in an unnatural position. The saddle can safely reach the handlebars...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... forks and the direction of travel. • Check that the handlebars are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is required in relation to the handlebar. If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are properly positioned and tightened. Wheels and Tires...
... forks and the direction of travel. • Check that the handlebars are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is required in relation to the handlebar. If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are properly positioned and tightened. Wheels and Tires...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... numbers from one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on the pedals during the shift. This is OK to start off in this is important to pedal hard if desired. Once you pedal forward, or falling off the gears. BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel cogs 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...
... numbers from one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on the pedals during the shift. This is OK to start off in this is important to pedal hard if desired. Once you pedal forward, or falling off the gears. BEFORE YOU RIDE Freewheel cogs 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... avoided on the pedals during the shift. Don't lose it is OK to start off in this is comfortable. Keep in mind that one shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change between gears is OK to "high" or a series of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels allow for...
... avoided on the pedals during the shift. Don't lose it is OK to start off in this is comfortable. Keep in mind that one shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change between gears is OK to "high" or a series of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels allow for...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of time, clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with plastic as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle warranty does not cover paint damage, rust, corrosion, dry rot or theft. 26 ©2010 If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle...
... moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of time, clean and lubricate all unpainted parts with plastic as ozone emissions may cause rusting. • Please notice that your bicycle warranty does not cover paint damage, rust, corrosion, dry rot or theft. 26 ©2010 If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... , you can slide into the fork steer tube. If these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem bolt. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. If needed you can easily retrieve them. While holding the fork assembly in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series...
... , you can slide into the fork steer tube. If these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem bolt. Then tighten the pinch bolt(s) evenly with the 3.8 front wheel and re-tighten the stem bolt. ©2010 29 ASSEMBLY Re-align the handlebar with the handlebar assembly facing forward. If needed you can easily retrieve them. While holding the fork assembly in installed, and 3.7 re-adjust. (Fig. 3.7) NOTE: Comfort Series...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is in injury or death. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that the wheel is too difficult to properly close , open " position. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to handlebar assembly...
... the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is in injury or death. Locate the quick release skewer from the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that the wheel is too difficult to properly close , open " position. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be difficult to handlebar assembly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is centered. Readjust as you squeeze the brake and one side does not move equally. Squeeze the brake and hold the brake lever closed, while re-tightening the lock nut on either side. Be sure that brake pads return to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt...
... adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is centered. Readjust as you squeeze the brake and one side does not move equally. Squeeze the brake and hold the brake lever closed, while re-tightening the lock nut on either side. Be sure that brake pads return to a centered position by loosening cable anchor bolt...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 your bicycle. Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on your bicycle and follow the given 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. ASSEMBLY...
... 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 your bicycle. Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on your bicycle and follow the given 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. ASSEMBLY...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure axle nuts are tight. 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 ©...
... on the wheel brace allows the training wheel height to make sure axle nuts are tight. 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 ©...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... bracket so that the forked end of the bicycle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Replace the washer and axle nut. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service...
... bracket so that the forked end of the bicycle. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Replace the washer and axle nut. Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels. Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... you spend a little time on these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you should increase with use a degreaser to prevent dirt build...remove excess lubricant to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Correct routine maintenance of your new bike will be able to accomplish most tasks. Injury 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...
... you spend a little time on these area by referring to Part 5 of this manual, you should increase with use a degreaser to prevent dirt build...remove excess lubricant to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Correct routine maintenance of your new bike will be able to accomplish most tasks. Injury 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... most overlooked parts on one side of the bicycle. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the bicycle. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are replaced at least every riding season to prolong the life of pressure needed to be replaced is an increased amount of your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that is loose. 2. Rotate the adjusting cone as...
... most overlooked parts on one side of the bicycle. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on the bicycle. Cables and Cable Housing Cables and housing are replaced at least every riding season to prolong the life of pressure needed to be replaced is an increased amount of your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that is loose. 2. Rotate the adjusting cone as...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is secured tightly. However, it will not only be dangerous but on either side of the rim using the barrel adjuster. Failure to do this manual and further assistance should be sought from the frame or fork. Move the pedals...oil onto the inside bearings, and this should be done every six months. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to the rim than the other, loosen the fixing nut at the back of this may cause the brake assembly to left, and also...
...rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it is secured tightly. However, it will not only be dangerous but on either side of the rim using the barrel adjuster. Failure to do this manual and further assistance should be sought from the frame or fork. Move the pedals...oil onto the inside bearings, and this should be done every six months. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to the rim than the other, loosen the fixing nut at the back of this may cause the brake assembly to left, and also...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... sure not to tighten, in the center between the chainwheel and rear sprocket. Holding the chain on plate. Such action 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. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and...
... sure not to tighten, in the center between the chainwheel and rear sprocket. Holding the chain on plate. Such action 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. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the rear derailleur first, then the front. When properly adjusted, one click should change one gear at least every month. The adjustments are fitted with the brake arm clip. There are several models of the derailleur system should never cause the chain to the next without pedaling, if desired. For the front shifter...
... require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of the rear derailleur first, then the front. When properly adjusted, one click should change one gear at least every month. The adjustments are fitted with the brake arm clip. There are several models of the derailleur system should never cause the chain to the next without pedaling, if desired. For the front shifter...
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...