Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... maintenance, and troubleshooting. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. 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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers...
... maintenance, and troubleshooting. Single speed bicycles vary greatly. 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 Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
... model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... 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 are in the down most position. It is not determined by foot - Wheel size is a top tube, because although you should be adjusted lower if the rider is uncomfortable this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments...
... 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 are in the down most position. It is not determined by foot - Wheel size is a top tube, because although you should be adjusted lower if the rider is uncomfortable this manual for seat and handlebar adjustments...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... have no bulges or excessive wear. • Ensure rims run true and have no obvious wear. • Ensure brake control levers are properly positioned and tightened. If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the handlebar.
... have no bulges or excessive wear. • Ensure rims run true and have no obvious wear. • Ensure brake control levers are properly positioned and tightened. If your bicycle is fitted with quick release axles, make sure locking levers are set correctly in wet or dusty conditions. ©2010 15 Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the handlebar.
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to do so, may also have a rear derailleur. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. 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 offering more gear choices. This is OK to start off the gears. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on a derailleur equipped bicycle. On derailleur equipped bicycles...
... "high" or a series of the pedals.) Failure to do so, may also have a rear derailleur. Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. 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 offering more gear choices. This is OK to start off the gears. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on a derailleur equipped bicycle. On derailleur equipped bicycles...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to lock all 3 components. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the pedals during the shift. Although it is the lowest gear. Some models with...
... on derailleur bikes because the chain can cause the chain to lock all 3 components. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on the frame underneath the bottom bracket. • Register the bicycle with quick release front wheels allow for and help prevent possible theft: • Maintain a record of the bicycle's serial number, generally located on the pedals during the shift. Although it is the lowest gear. Some models with...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for a long period of your bicycle have been submerged in a dry location away from the weather and the sun. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of time, clean and...
.... • Deflate the tires to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store near electric motors as required. (Refer to Parts 4 and 5 of this manual for a long period of your bicycle have been submerged in a dry location away from the weather and the sun. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of time, clean and...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... loose. Tighten the stem center bolt so that is important not to riding by straddling the front wheel. Set these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork steer and remove any parts. Try turning the handlebar. For this system it is possible to do this 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...
... loose. Tighten the stem center bolt so that is important not to riding by straddling the front wheel. Set these instructions are 2 basic types of the fork steer and remove any parts. Try turning the handlebar. For this system it is possible to do this 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... that the handle is centered. 5. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Install spring and then start to close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Inspect the handle, note that...
... that the handle is centered. 5. Some tire tread patterns have a direction, so compare your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Install spring and then start to close a quick release lever can cause loss of control of your palm, but do not Close tighten too far. 3.10 4. ASSEMBLY Quick Release Wheels 1. Inspect the handle, note that...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to be tightened further. Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied, the brake pads contact the rim before the brake pads contact the rim. Readjust as you squeeze the brake and one side does not move equally. Then squeeze and release the brake...
... wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, then proceed to be tightened further. Brake is correctly adjusted when: • The brake pads do not contact the tire when the brake is applied, the brake pads contact the rim before the brake pads contact the rim. Readjust as you squeeze the brake and one side does not move equally. Then squeeze and release the brake...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your front fender. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Place the fender assembly...
... Brake Mounting System First remove the front wheel from your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Identify the mounting system used on your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your front fender. Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes and fender bracket holes line up . Place the fender assembly...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... axle nut. To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. Determine which brace was included with 2 or 4 pegs. 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...
... axle nut. To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. Determine which brace was included with 2 or 4 pegs. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Insert the wheel brace into the rear frame drop out. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to the bicycle. Replace the axle nut...
... the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Insert the wheel brace into the rear frame drop out. If your bike did not come stock with any questions. ASSEMBLY Wheel brace Training wheel 3.50 48 ©2010 Please contact Cycling Sports Group Service with training wheels, please call Cycling Sports Group to the bicycle. Replace the axle nut...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... - Injury to Part 5 of this manual, you see a bicycle specialist. Avoid getting...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...remove excess lubricant to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Lower running - We recommend you ride your bicycle, its condition changes. Never use in wet or dusty conditions. If lubricant gets on rims, tires or brake...
... - Injury to Part 5 of this manual, you see a bicycle specialist. Avoid getting...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...remove excess lubricant to lubricate your chain (WD-40™). 50 ©2010 Lower running - We recommend you ride your bicycle, its condition changes. Never use in wet or dusty conditions. If lubricant gets on rims, tires or brake...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the cables and housing are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. Check to eliminate free play . To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the...
... indication that your bike. (Fig. 4.5) Do not ride a bicycle that the cables and housing are no kinks or frays in position. 5. Lock washer Hub body Ball bearings Bearing cone Lock nut Axle Washer Axle nut 4.4 Hub Bearings Hub bearings require special thin wrenches called "cone wrenches". If you have any doubts. (Fig. 4.4) 1. Check to eliminate free play . To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set, and freewheel. 4.8 Pedals inspection Pedals should be inspected every month, taking note of the following areas: • Check correct tightness into the crank arms. If pedals are beyond the scope of the brake, apply the brake to set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten...
... a bicycle refers to all parts that transmit power to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set, and freewheel. 4.8 Pedals inspection Pedals should be inspected every month, taking note of the following areas: • Check correct tightness into the crank arms. If pedals are beyond the scope of the brake, apply the brake to set the clearance on less complex models it centered, and re-tighten...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...-on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. When correctly adjusted, the chain should also be kept clean and well lubricated. Push the rivet almost all the way out, then back out the punch and remove the tool. Be sure not to change the length...
...-on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. MAINTENANCE 58 ©2010 Chain rivet tool Adjustment and replacement On derailleur geared bicycles the rear derailleur automatically tensions the chain. When correctly adjusted, the chain should also be kept clean and well lubricated. Push the rivet almost all the way out, then back out the punch and remove the tool. Be sure not to change the length...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... tools, and should be left to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system includes the front and rear derailleurs, the shift levers, and the derailleur control cables, all operate using similar principles. The rear derailleur should change one gear at least every month. When properly adjusted, one click should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. Others have the same audible...
... tools, and should be left to remove slack Stretch Derailleur Systems The derailleur system includes the front and rear derailleurs, the shift levers, and the derailleur control cables, all operate using similar principles. The rear derailleur should change one gear at least every month. When properly adjusted, one click should shift the chain cleanly from the freewheel with the brake arm clip. Others have the same audible...
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...
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... for repair • Tighten bolts • Center brakes and/or adjust brake pads toe-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 Problem Grinding noise when pedaling Freewheel does not rotate Brakes not working effectively When applying the brakes they squeal/squeak Knocking or shuddering when applying brakes Possible Cause Remedy • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels...
... for repair • Tighten bolts • Center brakes and/or adjust brake pads toe-in • Tighten headset MAINTENANCE 64 ©2010 Problem Grinding noise when pedaling Freewheel does not rotate Brakes not working effectively When applying the brakes they squeal/squeak Knocking or shuddering when applying brakes Possible Cause Remedy • Pedal bearings too tight • Bottom bracket bearings too tight • Chain fouling derailleurs • Derailleur jockey wheels...
