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CORRCoErreCct T FITTING Make sure your helmet covers your forehead Correct INCORIncRorrEectCT FITTING Forehead is exposed and vulnerable to serious injury ©2010
CORRCoErreCct T FITTING Make sure your helmet covers your forehead Correct INCORIncRorrEectCT FITTING Forehead is exposed and vulnerable to serious injury ©2010
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For questions regarding performance, assembly, operation, parts or returns, contact the experts at Cycling Sports Group directly by calling toll free 1-800-THE-BIKE [email protected] 2 ©2010 Congratulations on your satisfaction with Cycling Sports Group and its products. Our Service Department is dedicated to your new purchase!
For questions regarding performance, assembly, operation, parts or returns, contact the experts at Cycling Sports Group directly by calling toll free 1-800-THE-BIKE [email protected] 2 ©2010 Congratulations on your satisfaction with Cycling Sports Group and its products. Our Service Department is dedicated to your new purchase!
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The following manual is only a guide to assist you and is a complex object. You will save time and the inconvenience of having to go back to the store if you choose to properly assemble, repair, or maintain your bicycle. We recommend that you consult a bicycle specialist if you have doubts or concerns as to your experience or ability to write or call us concerning missing parts, service questions, operating advice, and/or assembly questions. 16 Trowbridge Drive Bethel, CT 06801 USA www.schwinnbikes.com Service sƟcker locaƟon (Bike shown upside down) 3 The bicycle you have...
The following manual is only a guide to assist you and is a complex object. You will save time and the inconvenience of having to go back to the store if you choose to properly assemble, repair, or maintain your bicycle. We recommend that you consult a bicycle specialist if you have doubts or concerns as to your experience or ability to write or call us concerning missing parts, service questions, operating advice, and/or assembly questions. 16 Trowbridge Drive Bethel, CT 06801 USA www.schwinnbikes.com Service sƟcker locaƟon (Bike shown upside down) 3 The bicycle you have...
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As a parent or guardian, you bear the responsibility for you to understand your new bicycle. By reading this manual before you may lose control and fall can be a hazardous activity even under the best of safe and responsible bicycling. This manual contains many "Warnings" and "Cautions" concerning the consequences of failure to the child; that it helps reduce the risk of the warnings and cautions say "you go out on your new bicycle is properly fitted to maintain or inspect your bicycle. GENERAL WARNING Bicycling can result in serious injury or even death, we do ...
As a parent or guardian, you bear the responsibility for you to understand your new bicycle. By reading this manual before you may lose control and fall can be a hazardous activity even under the best of safe and responsible bicycling. This manual contains many "Warnings" and "Cautions" concerning the consequences of failure to the child; that it helps reduce the risk of the warnings and cautions say "you go out on your new bicycle is properly fitted to maintain or inspect your bicycle. GENERAL WARNING Bicycling can result in serious injury or even death, we do ...
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1 PARTS IDENTIFICATION 6-7 Single Speed Bicycle • Multi Speed Bicycle 2 BEFORE YOU RIDE ...8-25 Warning, Note to parents • Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security • Maintenance • Storage 3 ASSEMBLY ...26-49 Tools • Handlebar • Front Wheel • Saddle • Pedals • Adjustments • Final Check 4 MAINTENANCE ...50-65 Scheduled • Inspection • How to fix a flat tire • Troubleshooting 5 WARRANTY ...66-67 Take notice of this symbol ...
1 PARTS IDENTIFICATION 6-7 Single Speed Bicycle • Multi Speed Bicycle 2 BEFORE YOU RIDE ...8-25 Warning, Note to parents • Fit • Helmets, Protective Gear & Clothing • Safety Checklist • Riding Safety • Operation • Security • Maintenance • Storage 3 ASSEMBLY ...26-49 Tools • Handlebar • Front Wheel • Saddle • Pedals • Adjustments • Final Check 4 MAINTENANCE ...50-65 Scheduled • Inspection • How to fix a flat tire • Troubleshooting 5 WARRANTY ...66-67 Take notice of this symbol ...
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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 Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller ...
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 Single speed bicycles vary greatly. Note that smaller ...
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Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi 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 ...
Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Multi 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 ...
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It is important that you must also be able to move forward of this high, but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 For ladies frames, pretend there is gained. Just a slight bend in the down most position. floor, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to touch the ground. The leg should have smaller wheels but note that will fit each bicycle. It is common for younger riders who want to feel secure to be able to safely mount and dismount the bicycle, and that the knees lock straight when pedaling or you are in an unnatural position. Do not raise the seat so much ...
It is important that you must also be able to move forward of this high, but still fit adults. 8 ©2010 For ladies frames, pretend there is gained. Just a slight bend in the down most position. floor, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to touch the ground. The leg should have smaller wheels but note that will fit each bicycle. It is common for younger riders who want to feel secure to be able to safely mount and dismount the bicycle, and that the knees lock straight when pedaling or you are in an unnatural position. Do not raise the seat so much ...
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A loose saddle clamp or seat post binder can cause damage to the bicycle or can be altered in relation to the seat post. (Refer to p.30 on how to adjust the seat clamp.) (Fig. 2.3, 2.4) 2.4 ©2010 9 The correct saddle height will allow the knee to be almost straight. (Fig. 2.2) Under no circumstances should the seat post extend from the frame beyond these markings, the seat post or frame may break, which could cause you to the rider's leg length. Prior to your seat post extends from the frame beyond its lowest point, place the ball of that foot on the pedal, the leg ...
A loose saddle clamp or seat post binder can cause damage to the bicycle or can be altered in relation to the seat post. (Refer to p.30 on how to adjust the seat clamp.) (Fig. 2.3, 2.4) 2.4 ©2010 9 The correct saddle height will allow the knee to be almost straight. (Fig. 2.2) Under no circumstances should the seat post extend from the frame beyond these markings, the seat post or frame may break, which could cause you to the rider's leg length. Prior to your seat post extends from the frame beyond its lowest point, place the ball of that foot on the pedal, the leg ...
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Road tandems are not designed for mountain biking or off -road, cyclocross, or touring with racks and panniers. RIDER (lbs/kg) 275/125 LUGGAGE (lbs/kg) 10/4.5* TOTAL (lbs/kg) 285/126 ASTM CONDITION 12 ROAD TANDEM INTENDED1 NOT INTENDED1 MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT1, 3 "This is a set of conditions for the operation of a bicycle on paved roads only. They are designed to be ridden on a regular paved or smooth surface where tires may unitentionally lose ground contact." Road tandems are designed for children riding where parental supervision isalways required. Road tandem should not ...
Road tandems are not designed for mountain biking or off -road, cyclocross, or touring with racks and panniers. RIDER (lbs/kg) 275/125 LUGGAGE (lbs/kg) 10/4.5* TOTAL (lbs/kg) 285/126 ASTM CONDITION 12 ROAD TANDEM INTENDED1 NOT INTENDED1 MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT1, 3 "This is a set of conditions for the operation of a bicycle on paved roads only. They are designed to be ridden on a regular paved or smooth surface where tires may unitentionally lose ground contact." Road tandems are designed for children riding where parental supervision isalways required. Road tandem should not ...
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Some come with relatively wide tires that are designed to your dealer about wider tires. There are light-weight, favoring nimble speed over intermediate terrain (e.g., hilly with the ground may occur. RIDER (lbs/kg) 300 / 136 LUGGAGE (lbs/kg) 5 / 2.3* TOTAL (lbs/kg) 305 / 138 ©2010 11 Jumps should be limited to gravel or dirt paths. Jumps of 60 cm (24 in good condition, and bike paths. For paved roads, gravel or dirt roads that are in .) or less are best suited to move quickly on the ground and not spend time in extreme forms of jumping/riding such as ...
Some come with relatively wide tires that are designed to your dealer about wider tires. There are light-weight, favoring nimble speed over intermediate terrain (e.g., hilly with the ground may occur. RIDER (lbs/kg) 300 / 136 LUGGAGE (lbs/kg) 5 / 2.3* TOTAL (lbs/kg) 305 / 138 ©2010 11 Jumps should be limited to gravel or dirt paths. Jumps of 60 cm (24 in good condition, and bike paths. For paved roads, gravel or dirt roads that are in .) or less are best suited to move quickly on the ground and not spend time in extreme forms of jumping/riding such as ...
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Please refer to assembly-adjustments (p. 27) for instructions on stems are not adjustable. Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar/stem assembly using a reasonable amount of the seat. BEFORE YOU RIDE 12 ©2010 The stem's "Minimum Insertion" mark must tighten the appropriate bolts accordingly. If you can twist the stem in relation to the front wheel, turn the handlebars in relation to the stem, or turn the bar end extensions in relation to the handlebar, you must not be visible above the top of the headset. You may compromise ...
Please refer to assembly-adjustments (p. 27) for instructions on stems are not adjustable. Place the front wheel of the bicycle between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar/stem assembly using a reasonable amount of the seat. BEFORE YOU RIDE 12 ©2010 The stem's "Minimum Insertion" mark must tighten the appropriate bolts accordingly. If you can twist the stem in relation to the front wheel, turn the handlebars in relation to the stem, or turn the bar end extensions in relation to the handlebar, you must not be visible above the top of the headset. You may compromise ...
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When riding with the laws of your bike as the law requires. It is recommended that everyone wear a helmet when cycling. These reflectors are designed to pick up and reflect street lights and car lights in a child safety seat, they are carrying a passenger in a way that a properly fitting, ASTM or SNELL approved, bicycle safety helmet be equipped with all times when riding your states helmet laws. Make sure you know your bicycle. The correct helmet should: • be wearing a helmet. Reflectors are designed as a moving bicyclist. It is your responsibility to ...
When riding with the laws of your bike as the law requires. It is recommended that everyone wear a helmet when cycling. These reflectors are designed to pick up and reflect street lights and car lights in a child safety seat, they are carrying a passenger in a way that a properly fitting, ASTM or SNELL approved, bicycle safety helmet be equipped with all times when riding your states helmet laws. Make sure you know your bicycle. The correct helmet should: • be wearing a helmet. Reflectors are designed as a moving bicyclist. It is your responsibility to ...
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Be sure there are tied tightly, and do not ride beyond them. (Fig. 2.9) BEFORE YOU RIDE 2.9 14 ©2010 A leg band is a great way to keep pants from getting caught in the chain of protective gear can greatly reduce injuries while riding. A brightly colored jacket or shirt is often used to help motorists and others see you. Reflective clothing is worn, be sure that when cycling, the wind can get caught in mind that it does not interfere with steering, braking and pedaling. If protective 2.8 gear is always recommended for the weather keeping in a ...
Be sure there are tied tightly, and do not ride beyond them. (Fig. 2.9) BEFORE YOU RIDE 2.9 14 ©2010 A leg band is a great way to keep pants from getting caught in the chain of protective gear can greatly reduce injuries while riding. A brightly colored jacket or shirt is often used to help motorists and others see you. Reflective clothing is worn, be sure that when cycling, the wind can get caught in mind that it does not interfere with steering, braking and pedaling. If protective 2.8 gear is always recommended for the weather keeping in a ...
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Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the handlebar. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are tight. If your bicycle is important to carry out the following ...
Chain • Ensure chain is oiled, clean and runs smoothly. • Extra maintenance is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the handlebar. Steering • Ensure handlebar and stem are correctly adjusted and tightened, and allow proper steering. • Ensure that the handlebars are set correctly in relation to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that axle nuts are tight. If your bicycle is important to carry out the following ...
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Cranks and Pedals • Ensure pedals are securely tightened to the cranks. • Ensure cranks are securely tightened to the axle and are not bent. Accessories • Ensure that all reflectors are properly fitted and not obscured. • Ensure all bearings are lubricated, run freely and display no excess movement, grinding or rattling. • Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings. Derailleurs • Check that the frame and fork are not bent or broken. • If either are bent or broken, they should be replaced. Frame and Fork • ...
Cranks and Pedals • Ensure pedals are securely tightened to the cranks. • Ensure cranks are securely tightened to the axle and are not bent. Accessories • Ensure that all reflectors are properly fitted and not obscured. • Ensure all bearings are lubricated, run freely and display no excess movement, grinding or rattling. • Check headset, wheel bearings, pedal bearings and bottom bracket bearings. Derailleurs • Check that the frame and fork are not bent or broken. • If either are bent or broken, they should be replaced. Frame and Fork • ...
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These are tight, and should be kept clean. 2.10 BEFORE YOU RIDE ©2010 17 The front reflector should aim forward (when viewed from above), and the rear reflector should be checked to be sure they are within 5 degrees of vertical (when looking at them from above). Periodically, inspect all times. Wheel reflectors should aim straight back (when viewed from the side of wear or damage. Replace immediately if damage is on streets, at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of the bike, while the bike is found. These bicycles should remain securely ...
These are tight, and should be kept clean. 2.10 BEFORE YOU RIDE ©2010 17 The front reflector should aim forward (when viewed from above), and the rear reflector should be checked to be sure they are within 5 degrees of vertical (when looking at them from above). Periodically, inspect all times. Wheel reflectors should aim straight back (when viewed from the side of wear or damage. Replace immediately if damage is on streets, at all reflectors, brackets and mounting hardware for signs of the bike, while the bike is found. These bicycles should remain securely ...
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Never ride against traffic. • Use correct hand signals to prevent them from all the bicycle's features. Avoid pot holes, gravel, wet road 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 will interfere with...
Never ride against traffic. • Use correct hand signals to prevent them from all the bicycle's features. Avoid pot holes, gravel, wet road 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 will interfere with...
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Slow down and use familiar roads with additional caution. • Be more visible on the road. • Wear reflective clothing 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 RIDE Wet Weather • In wet weather you need to take extra care. • Brake earlier, you will take corners with street lighting, if possible. ©2010 19 Night Riding ...
Slow down and use familiar roads with additional caution. • Be more visible on the road. • Wear reflective clothing 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 RIDE Wet Weather • In wet weather you need to take extra care. • Brake earlier, you will take corners with street lighting, if possible. ©2010 19 Night Riding ...
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The Consumer Protection Safety Commission advises that children wear a helmet while cycling. BEFORE YOU RIDE Rules for traffic. Do not ride on safety from an early age. Be aware of the steering. 9. Never take to the streets. Children should be made aware of small wheel diameter bicycles at night. 5. Before entering a street: Stop, look left, right, and left again for Children To avoid accidents, teach children good riding skills with an emphasis on busy streets. 4. Do not leave it up to instability and is not recommended. If riding downhill, be supervised by ...
The Consumer Protection Safety Commission advises that children wear a helmet while cycling. BEFORE YOU RIDE Rules for traffic. Do not ride on safety from an early age. Be aware of the steering. 9. Never take to the streets. Children should be made aware of small wheel diameter bicycles at night. 5. Before entering a street: Stop, look left, right, and left again for Children To avoid accidents, teach children good riding skills with an emphasis on busy streets. 4. Do not leave it up to instability and is not recommended. If riding downhill, be supervised by ...