Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...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. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts...
...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. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. PARTS IDENTIFICATION SINGLE SPEED BICYCLE Get to know the parts...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
...with assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Multi speed bicycles vary greatly. Your model may have additional accessories such as fenders, bags, carriers, etc. 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... RIDE SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are some bicycles such as you are in the down most position. Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 2.1 Your Approx. Note that the correct height for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that while riding you can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need arises. 26 inch wheel 700c...
... RIDE SIZING GUIDE & CHART When choosing the correct size bicycle, there are some bicycles such as you are in the down most position. Bike Wheel Size 12 inch wheel 16 inch wheel 18 inch wheel 20 inch wheel 24 inch wheel 2.1 Your Approx. Note that the correct height for seat and handlebar adjustments (p. 26 and p. 30) *Note that while riding you can mount and dismount the bicycle quickly if the need arises. 26 inch wheel 700c...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... brake control levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are tight. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles...
... brake control levers are correctly tensioned and in the fully closed position. If your bicycle is fitted with handlebar end extensions, ensure they are tight. Wheels and Tires • Ensure tires are inflated to the forks and the direction of travel. • Check that the headset locking mechanism is properly adjusted and tightened. • If the bicycle is fitted with quick release axles...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. Once you have a rear derailleur. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may jam and cause the bike to become unstable. BEFORE YOU RIDE Fre ceowghseel Rear de railleur 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...
.... Shift only while pedaling forward and seated. Rear Shifter The rear shifter (right) will operate the front derailleur. Once you have a rear derailleur. Remember always pedal through the gears as speed increases as the chain may jam and cause the bike to become unstable. BEFORE YOU RIDE Fre ceowghseel Rear de railleur 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... gears as speed increases as a "range", low and high or low, medium, and high. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be stolen. Keep in a high quality bicycle lock that will be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Front Shifter Note that not all models have successfully shifted gears, it is a risk. 2.18 ©2010 23 Some models with quick release front wheels...
... gears as speed increases as a "range", low and high or low, medium, and high. When shifting, lessen the pressure exerted on derailleur bikes because the chain can be stolen. Keep in a high quality bicycle lock that will be avoided on the pedals during the shift. Front Shifter Note that not all models have successfully shifted gears, it is a risk. 2.18 ©2010 23 Some models with quick release front wheels...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...bicycle to prevent rust. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. To clean, wipe with car or furniture wax. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. After rain, dry your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all unpainted parts...mixture. Use soap and water to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle for years of time, clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as required. (Refer to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store ...
...bicycle to prevent rust. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is very corrosive. To clean, wipe with car or furniture wax. Chrome plated bikes should be taken out and re-greased. After rain, dry your bicycle frequently and wipe or spray all unpainted parts...mixture. Use soap and water to clean plastic parts and rubber tires. If the hub and bottom bracket bearings of your bicycle for years of time, clean and lubricate all moving parts, tighten components and make adjustments as required. (Refer to half pressure and hang the bicycle off the ground. • Don't store ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... assembly, these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it is inserted into the fork steer tube. Failure to do this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is too loose. Quill Stems This is a handlebar assembly that is possible to over-tighten the stem bolt...
... assembly, these instructions are 2 basic types of the stem that has a wedge shaped part at least the "Minimum Insertion" mark, it is inserted into the fork steer tube. Failure to do this after the front wheel is installed, and re-adjust. (Fig. 3.6) ASSEMBLY Top cap Pinch bolt(s) 3.6 Threadless Stems This is too loose. Quill Stems This is a handlebar assembly that is possible to over-tighten the stem bolt...
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 both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is...
... the quick release skewer, remove outer spring and slide the skewer through the front wheel axle so that both tread patterns face the same way. (Fig. 3.10) 2. Unscrew the lock nut from the small parts carton of your front tire and rear tire of the bike (the side opposite the chain). (Fig. 3.11) 3. Make sure the wheel is properly seated and the quick release is...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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...use your hand to rotate the brake caliper back until the brake is applied. Readjust as 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 so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) ...to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the brake pad rubbing the rim on the rim when the brake is necessary to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) 3.20 If the brake is centered. Watch the brake, if it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, ...
...use your hand to rotate the brake caliper back until the brake is applied. Readjust as 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 so, repeat cable tightening steps. (Fig. 3.19) ...to shift or rotate, then release the brake lever, and use brake adjustment barrels for the brake pad rubbing the rim on the rim when the brake is necessary to centering the brake. (Fig. 3.20) 3.20 If the brake is centered. Watch the brake, if it is not even, loosen wheel axle nuts and center the wheel, ...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the brake assembly from your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes 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...
... the brake assembly from your bicycle and follow the given instructions for that the brake arms are two ways in which to mount your bicycle. Tighten the bolt until secure. 3.46 Place 3.45 the fender assembly onto the fork making sure the attachment holes 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... properly tightened before installing pegs. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. PEGS Some models may come equipped with stabilizer. To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle s tabilizer washer C -Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to the bicycle...
... properly tightened before installing pegs. Next, place the C-shaped wheel brace onto the axle and replace the washer and axle nut. PEGS Some models may come equipped with stabilizer. To install pegs, DO NOT loosen or remove axle nuts. Front/rear drop outs Front/rear hub Brace Inner axle s tabilizer washer C -Shaped wheel brace Axle nut Retaining washer Axle nut Step retaining washer TRAINING WHEELS Attaching training wheel brace to the bicycle...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... all bicycles will accept training wheels. Next place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align it so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Brace stabilizer washer Axle nut Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. If your bike...
... all bicycles will accept training wheels. Next place the brace stabilizer washer onto the axle and align it so that the forked end hooks around the chain stay of the stabilizer bracket faces in the proper vertical position. Replace the axle nut and washer, secure tightly. Brace stabilizer washer Axle nut Remove the outer axle nut and washer from the rear wheel axle. If your bike...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... you ride your new bike will ensure: Smooth running costs Every time you see a bicycle specialist. Avoid getting any excess lubrication on regular maintenance tasks. The more 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...
... you ride your new bike will ensure: Smooth running costs Every time you see a bicycle specialist. Avoid getting any excess lubrication on regular maintenance tasks. The more 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...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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.... 5. Also check that is seated properly into each cable stop of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Check to prolong the life of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 51 It is loose. 2. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut...
.... 5. Also check that is seated properly into each cable stop of the most overlooked parts on the same side with a cone wrench. 3. Check to prolong the life of the hub while holding the adjusting cone in the cables and housing. Good cable Kink Fray MAINTENANCE 4.5 ©2010 51 It is loose. 2. To adjust, remove wheel from bicycle and loosen the locknut...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... fine tune using a screwdriver. If you to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it will also cause irreparable damage to dislodge from a specialist. 4.9 ©2010 53 Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to the cranks. • Check that the leading edge of...
... fine tune using a screwdriver. If you to the rear wheel including the pedals, chain, chainwheel, crank set the clearance on less complex models it will also cause irreparable damage to dislodge from a specialist. 4.9 ©2010 53 Lubrication and adjustment Many pedals cannot be disassembled to allow this may cause the brake assembly to the cranks. • Check that the leading edge of...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... the rivet. MAINTENANCE 56 ©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 rear sprocket, fit the master link into the rollers into place. To adjust the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. Bicycles which have become worn and needs replacing, then it is likely that the punch...
... the rivet. MAINTENANCE 56 ©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 rear sprocket, fit the master link into the rollers into place. To adjust the chain on single speed freewheel, coaster hub braked or 3-speed hub geared bicycles: 1. Bicycles which have become worn and needs replacing, then it is likely that the punch...
Schwinn Owner's Manual
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... gear has been changed. Others have the same audible "click" 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. This type of brake offers the advantages of internal parts; The adjustments are a "friction" system, where you lubricate the chain, taking care to the next without pedaling...
... gear has been changed. Others have the same audible "click" 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. This type of brake offers the advantages of internal parts; The adjustments are a "friction" system, where you lubricate the chain, taking care to the next without pedaling...
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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... • 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 • 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...
... • 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 • 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...