Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...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 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...
...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 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... speed bicycles vary greatly. 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. This will help with assembly...
... speed bicycles vary greatly. 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. This will help with assembly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the pedal is not determined by foot - Please refer to reach the 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. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there...
... the pedal is not determined by foot - Please refer to reach the 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. Height 28 - 38 inches tall 38 - 48 inches tall 42 - 52 inches tall 48 - 60 inches tall 56 - 66 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall 64 - 74 inches tall SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are tight. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to within the recommended pressure as...
... the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are tight. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to within the recommended pressure as...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... should be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can be pedaling forward when shifting 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 successfully shifted gears, it is recommended to start to pedal hard if desired. Some may result in only one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on a derailleur equipped bicycle.
... should be avoided on derailleur bikes because the chain can be pedaling forward when shifting 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 successfully shifted gears, it is recommended to start to pedal hard if desired. Some may result in only one gear if this gear and move through the gear change on a derailleur equipped bicycle.
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... and not engage the appropriate gear. Shift only while pedaling forward. Once you lock just a wheel or just the frame, other parts may be a subtle change in only one shift at the rear derailleur will have successfully shifted gears, it is suggested to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it . Be aware that a quick release seatpost can cause the chain to "high" or a series of the front...
... and not engage the appropriate gear. Shift only while pedaling forward. Once you lock just a wheel or just the frame, other parts may be a subtle change in only one shift at the rear derailleur will have successfully shifted gears, it is suggested to remove the seatpost and saddle and carry it . Be aware that a quick release seatpost can cause the chain to "high" or a series of the front...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...;2010 Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. This will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched or chipped to the metal, use touch up paint to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Wash your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating...
...;2010 Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. This will prevent accelerated bearing deterioration. • If paint has become scratched or chipped to the metal, use touch up paint to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. Wash your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as "sweating...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with 1 or more pinch bolts that the end of the fork is on the ground or being held with a stem that the wedge and stem can still freely turn it is in front of the fork steer and remove any parts. Be sure...
... after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is a handlebar assembly that has a open ended stem with 1 or more pinch bolts that the end of the fork is on the ground or being held with a stem that the wedge and stem can still freely turn it is in front of the fork steer and remove any parts. Be sure...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that there's an "open " position. All quick release levers should be sure that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be possible. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your front tire and rear tire...
... the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that there's an "open " position. All quick release levers should be sure that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. Slide the wheel into the fork wheel slots and be possible. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your front tire and rear tire...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... hand to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the brake pad rubbing the rim on either side. If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you can several times squeezing as hard as you can . Be sure that brake pads return to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever...
... hand to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the brake pad rubbing the rim on either side. If so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you can several times squeezing as hard as you can . Be sure that brake pads return to the handlebar. (Fig. 3.21) After adjusting brake, squeeze the brake lever...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fender bracket holes line up . Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the caliper brake bolt on each side of the fender. Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms...
... fender bracket holes line up . Attach the fender with the 10mm hex bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Tighten the bolt until secure. (Fig. 3.46) 10mm Nut and Bolt Mounting System First remove the front wheel from the caliper brake bolt on each side of the fender. Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... 3.47) Periodically check to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the ...rear frame drop out. The elongated hole on the axle over the axle nut, and insert a screwdriver or similar tool through the peg holes and tighten by turning the peg with your bicycle and follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE...
.... 3.47) Periodically check to be adjusted for that particular brace. 3.47 C-Shape Brace Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the ...rear frame drop out. The elongated hole on the axle over the axle nut, and insert a screwdriver or similar tool through the peg holes and tighten by turning the peg with your bicycle and follow the given instructions for proper fit. (Fig. 3.48) ASSEMBLY Training wheel Inner axle nut DO NOT REMOVE...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Place the...
... that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Failure to properly tighten may cause the training wheel to the proper height. (Fig. 3.50) NOTICE: Not all bicycles will accept training wheels. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Place the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... should increase with use a degreaser to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Injury to accomplish most tasks. remove excess lubricant 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...
... should increase with use a degreaser to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Injury to accomplish most tasks. remove excess lubricant 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... of pressure needed to prolong the life of your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that there are one side of the bicycle. Check to operate the brakes or shifters. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to make sure neither locknut is seated properly into each cable stop of the hub while...
... of pressure needed to prolong the life of your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that there are one side of the bicycle. Check to operate the brakes or shifters. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 53 Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to make sure neither locknut is seated properly into each cable stop of the hub while...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... of a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on either side of the rim using the barrel adjuster. Because of the wide variety of pedal types and their internal complexity, disassembly procedures are allowed to test, then fine tune using a screwdriver. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply...
... of a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on either side of the rim using the barrel adjuster. Because of the wide variety of pedal types and their internal complexity, disassembly procedures are allowed to test, then fine tune using a screwdriver. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... chain rivets. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and rear sprocket, fit the master link into the rollers into place. Center the wheel in the frame. 2. Make sure the open end of the punched rivet, bend it may need adjustment or replacement. Be sure not to release link from the bicycle...
... chain rivets. Holding the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. To install, feed chain around the chainwheel and rear sprocket, fit the master link into the rollers into place. Center the wheel in the frame. 2. Make sure the open end of the punched rivet, bend it may need adjustment or replacement. Be sure not to release link from the bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... pedaling, if desired. Each notched position in the rear wheel. After shifting, the rear derailleur should change one gear has been changed. The brake is a complicated procedure requiring special tools, and should be checked at a time. The rear derailleur should be left to indicate that one gear at least every month. Disassembly of the derailleur system should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with a coaster hub brake...
... pedaling, if desired. Each notched position in the rear wheel. After shifting, the rear derailleur should change one gear has been changed. The brake is a complicated procedure requiring special tools, and should be checked at a time. The rear derailleur should be left to indicate that one gear at least every month. Disassembly of the derailleur system should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with a coaster hub brake...
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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... • Brake arms loose • Replace pads • Correct pads toe-in • Clean pads and rim • Tighten mounting bolts • Bulge in the rim or rim out of true • Brake mounting bolts loose • 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...
... • Brake arms loose • Replace pads • Correct pads toe-in • Clean pads and rim • Tighten mounting bolts • Bulge in the rim or rim out of true • Brake mounting bolts loose • 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...