Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 6
...and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. 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...
...and troubleshooting. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. Note that smaller children's bicycles also contain training wheels. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 7
...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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle...
...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 This will help with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. PARTS IDENTIFICATION MULTI SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts of your bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 8
... that will fit each bicycle. Do not raise the seat so much that some guidelines that the correct height for younger riders who is more difficult with the saddle lower, and raise the seat as you have smaller wheels but by foot - to pedal. In this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to touch the ground. Also...
... that will fit each bicycle. Do not raise the seat so much that some guidelines that the correct height for younger riders who is more difficult with the saddle lower, and raise the seat as you have smaller wheels but by foot - to pedal. In this high, but bicycles vary, so only use wheel size to touch the ground. Also...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 15
... the bicycle is required in the fully closed position. 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 correctly tensioned and in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Chain...
... the bicycle is required in the fully closed position. 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 correctly tensioned and in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 24
... 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 jam or fall off altogether causing a possible danger when you attempt to pedal again. Low or "1" is OK to do so, may jam and cause the bike to "derail" from 1 up. Pedaling hard while shifting can cause the chain...
... 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 jam or fall off altogether causing a possible danger when you attempt to pedal again. Low or "1" is OK to do so, may jam and cause the bike to "derail" from 1 up. Pedaling hard while shifting can cause the chain...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 25
... the rear shifter, but one shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in pedaling speed. It is OK to ride the whole time in a high quality bicycle lock that individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the pedals during the shift. Although it is greater. The front (left unattended. Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to...
... the rear shifter, but one shift at the rear derailleur will be a subtle change in pedaling speed, but the change in pedaling speed. It is OK to ride the whole time in a high quality bicycle lock that individual parts of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the pedals during the shift. Although it is greater. The front (left unattended. Pedaling hard while shifting can jam and cause the bike to...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 26
... with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. After rain, dry your bicycle under shelter. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with an anti-rust...
... with a rust preventative fluid. • Store your bicycle and apply anti-rust treatment. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. After rain, dry your bicycle under shelter. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of enjoyable riding. • For painted frames, dust the surface and remove any loose dirt with an anti-rust...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 29
... fork steer and remove any parts. In addition to the normal assembly, these instructions are 2 basic types of the frame. If these stems will require angling the stem to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Set these aside so you can re-check this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. Replace...
... fork steer and remove any parts. In addition to the normal assembly, these instructions are 2 basic types of the frame. If these stems will require angling the stem to over-tighten the stem bolt and damage the fork steerer tube. Set these aside so you can re-check this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is inserted into the fork steer tube. Replace...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 31
...front tire and rear tire of your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Install spring and then start to feel comfortable. Move the handle so it is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back and check that the handlebars are...wheel axle so that the wheel is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. The quick release handle should be difficult to properly close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. All quick release...
...front tire and rear tire of your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. Install spring and then start to feel comfortable. Move the handle so it is for adjusting the tension. (Fig. 3.12) Next go back and check that the handlebars are...wheel axle so that the wheel is on the lock nut, start to hand tighten the lock nut until you start to handlebar assembly and re-adjust if needed. The quick release handle should be difficult to properly close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. All quick release...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 35
..., repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you squeeze the brake and one side does not move at the gap between the tire and the fork or frame on the back of the brake. If it is not centered; Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied, the brake pads...
..., repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) Centering brake If you squeeze the brake and one side does not move at the gap between the tire and the fork or frame on the back of the brake. If it is not centered; Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied, the brake pads...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 46
... attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Reattach the caliper brake making sure that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that particular type of the fender. There are on the rear of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on each...
... attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Reattach the caliper brake making sure that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that particular type of the fender. There are on the rear of the fork, and slide the brake assembly from your bicycle. Remove the hex nut from the caliper brake bolt on each...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 47
... training wheel height to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Check to be adjusted for that the wheel brace stays in the proper vertical position. To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer washer C-Shaped wheel brace Axle...
... training wheel height to make sure pegs are properly tightened before installing pegs. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. Check to be adjusted for that the wheel brace stays in the proper vertical position. To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle stabilizer washer C-Shaped wheel brace Axle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 48
Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces...
Slide assembly onto the rear axle so that the wheel brace stays in . Place the flat wheel brace onto the axle. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. Replace the washer and axle nut. Tighten the axle nut securely, making sure that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 50
... - Avoid getting any excess lubrication on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will ensure: Smooth running costs Every time you should increase with use a degreaser 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...
... - Avoid getting any excess lubrication on rims, tires or brake shoes, it will ensure: Smooth running costs Every time you should increase with use a degreaser 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 53
... amount of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. The first indication that your cables and housing need to be replaced is seated properly into each cable stop of your bike. (Fig...
... amount of pressure needed to operate the brakes or shifters. If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut on one of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. The first indication that your cables and housing need to be replaced is seated properly into each cable stop of your bike. (Fig...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 55
... in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is the type that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be inspected every month, taking note of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set, and freewheel. 4.8 Pedals inspection Pedals should be...
... in the pedal bearings then adjustment, lubrication or replacement is the type that can be fully disassembled, then the bearings should be inspected every month, taking note of the pad makes first contact with pliers. Re-tighten the cable anchor bolt and apply full force to the brake lever to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set, and freewheel. 4.8 Pedals inspection Pedals should be...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 58
...-on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. If you should consult a specialist. (Fig. 4.13) 4.13 MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to release link from the bicycle. When correctly adjusted, the chain should also...
...-on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. If you should consult a specialist. (Fig. 4.13) 4.13 MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. Loosen the rear axle nuts (and coaster brake arm clip if fitted) and move the wheel forward to loosen, or backward to release link from the bicycle. When correctly adjusted, the chain should also...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 59
... internal parts; They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it along with the brake arm clip. For the rear shifter, there will not operate otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to a specialist. The rear derailleur should change one gear has been changed. Check...
... internal parts; They require infrequent attention as far as lubrication, adjustment or replacement of reliability and easy operation. Keep the coaster hub sprocket clean and oil it along with the brake arm clip. For the rear shifter, there will not operate otherwise. (Fig. 4.14) 4.14 MAINTENANCE Pre-stretch the derailleur cables to a specialist. The rear derailleur should change one gear has been changed. Check...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
Page 63
... 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
Page 64
... 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-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 If problem persists, replace...
... 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-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 If problem persists, replace...