Owner’s Manual 12” to 20” Freewheel Bicycles This manual contains important safety, assembly, operation and maintenance information. Please read and fully understand this manual before operation. Save this manual for future reference.
Owner’s Manual Index Your Bike • Owner’s Bicycle Identification Record ................................................... 3 • Fitting the Rider to the Bicycle ............................................................... 3 • Warning and Safety Information ............................................................ 4 • Freewheel Brakes .................................................................................. 4 • Reflectors .........................................................................
Owner’s Bicycle Identification Record Introduction NOTE: This information is only available on the bicycle itself. It is not available from Huffy. Each Huffy bicycle has a Serial Number stamped into the frame. The Serial Number can be found on the bottom of the crank housing as shown (1). xxx 1 xx xx xxx Write this number below to keep it for future reference. If the bicycle is stolen, give this number and a description of the bicycle to the police. This will help them find the bicycle.
Warning and Safety Information Introduction Meanings of Warnings: a This symbol is important. See the word “CAUTION” or “WARNING” which follows it. The word “CAUTION” is before mechanical instructions. If you do not obey these instructions, mechanical damage or failure of a part of the bicycle can occur. The word “WARNING” is before personal safety instructions. If you do not obey these instructions, injury to the rider or to others can occur. • • • • • • • Adult assembly is required.
Rules of the Road - continued Always wear shoes. Ride on the correct side of the road, in a single file, and in a straight line. Bikes under 20” not intended for use on roads. Avoid riding at night, dusk, dawn and any other time of poor visibility. Make sure the reflectors of your bicycle are correctly positioned. Do not remove the reflector or replace the reflectors with lighted devices that look similar to reflectors. • Do not let anything cover the reflectors.
25 23 19 20 21 Components 2 13 24 7 3 18 17 1 16 15 29 14 6 4 5 10 9 32 12 31 11 8 30 22 20 21 26 12 9 27 28 Part Assembly View
Front Wheel Assembly Tire (x2) Tube (x2) Rear Wheel Assembly 19 20 21 22 Right Pedal 14 Front Wheel Nut (x2) Head Set Bearings 13 18 Quick Release and Lever Nut 12 Wheel Retainer (x2) Rear Reflector 11 17 Seat Post Left Pedal Seat Post Hardware 9 10 Kick Stand Seat 8 16 31 Front Reflector 7 15 30 Handlebar Stem 6 35 34 33 32 29 28 27 26 25 Grips (x2) Handlebars 3 24 Handlebar Pad (some models) Fork 2 23 5 Frame 1 No. 4 Description No.
Introduction This Owner’s Manual is made for several different bicycles: Bicycle Assembly • Some illustrations may vary slightly from the actual product. • Follow instructions completely. • If the bicycle has any parts that are not described in this manual, look for separate “Special Instructions” that are supplied with the bicycle. • Models may have different accessory items such as bags, baskets, reflectors, cup holders, racks, etc.
1. If the Axle Nuts (18) are already attached to the front wheel axle, begin by removing them with an open end wrench or adjustable wrench. 2. Set the wheel into the front fork (2) (fig 04). 3. Install wheel retainers (17) making sure the tabs are in the fork (D) tab holes. 4. Attach the front wheel with the Axle Nuts. 5. Tighten Axle Nuts to 21 ft-lbs. D 17 18 2 18 fig 04 17 NOTE: Ensure wheel spins freely without contacting fork or fender.
Bicycle Assembly Handlebar and Stem Installation WARNING: To prevent steering system damage and possible loss of control, the “MIN-IN” (minimum insertion) mark (A) on the stem must be below the top of the Locknut (B). NOTE: Remove plastic Cap (E) from the end of the Stem (6). NOTE: Some models do not have Handlebar Clamp Nut/Screw (D). 1. Insert the Stem (6) into the fork (fig 07). 2. Point the Stem towards the front of the bike. 3. Tighten the Stem Bolt (C) just enough to hold it in position. 4.
One Bolt Clamp (fig 08): • If necessary, re-adjust Handlebar (3). • Tighten Clamp Nut (D). NOTE: Do not over tighten. Torque to 17 ft-lbs. • Bicycle Assembly Bicycle Assembly Handlebar and Stem Installation - continued 3 D WARNING: If the handlebar clamp in not tight enough, the handlebar can slip in the stem. This can cause damage to the handlebar or stem, and can cause loss of control.
Bicycle Assembly Seat Installation (various models) Attach Seat to Seat Post (fig 09): (pre-assembled on some models) • Loosen nuts on seat clamp (A) and rotate Seat (8) into riding position. • Put the seat post (10) fully through the seat clamp. • Tighten the Seat Clamp so the seat stays on the seat post. • If the Seat Clamp has a nut on each side, tighten both nuts equally. 8 A 10 fig 09 CAUTION: If you accidentally drop the seat post into the seat tube, it may be difficult to remove it.
Seat Installation - continued Bicycle Assembly CAUTION: Operate the Quick Release Lever (D) by hand only. Do not use a hammer or any other tool to tighten the quick release lever. You must use strong force to move the quick release lever to the “close” position. If you can easily move the lever to the “close” position, the clamping force is too light. WARNING: If the clamping force of the Quick Release Lever is too light, the seat post can loosen while riding.
Testing Seat Clamp and Post Clamp Tightness Bicycle Assembly To test the tightness of the seat clamp and the post clamp: WARNING: Every time the quick release mechanism is loosened, make sure the red reflector is correctly positioned. • Try to turn the seat side-to-side and to move the front of the seat up and down. • If the seat moves in the Seat Clamp (A) (fig 09): • Loosen the Seat Clamp (A). • Put the seat in the correct position and tighten the Seat Clamp tighter than before.
Pedal Installation Bicycle Assembly CAUTION: There is a right pedal marked “R” and a left pedal marked “L”. • The pedal marked “R” has right-hand threads. Tighten it in a clockwise direction. • The pedal marked “L” has left-hand threads. Tighten it in a counterclockwise direction (anti-clockwise). • Turn the right pedal marked “R” into the right side of the crank arm, and the left pedal marked “L” into the left side of the crank arm.
Bicycle Assembly Training Wheel Installation (various models) A B A B 30 C 30 fig 18 To attach the Training Wheels (30) to the Frame: 1. Remove outside Axle Nuts (A) from both sides of Axle (C). 2. Put the Alignment Tab (B) and a Training Wheel Leg (30) and an Axle nut (A) on each end of the rear wheel Axle (C). WARNING: Make sure the notch of the tab of the Alignment Tab (B) is to the rear of the axle and in the slot of the frame (fig 19).
Training Wheels - continued A A 1/8” 1/8” Bicycle Assembly 3. Make sure both Training Wheels are the same distance from the ground (fig 20) and pointing straight down. 4. Tighten Axle Nuts (A) securely. fig 20 Operation: WARNING: Before each ride, make sure both axle nuts are tight. Also make sure both training wheels are the same distance from the ground (fig 20). As your child’s ability improves, you may raise and eventually remove the training wheels.
Bicycle Assembly Brake System Setup WARNING: You must adjust the front brakes before you ride the bicycle. NOTE: FRONT AND REAR BRAKE SETUP IS THE SAME. B A Step One: Put the brake shoes (B) in the correct position: • Loosen the Screw (A) of each Brake Shoe (B). • Adjust each Brake Shoe so it is flat against the rim and aligned with the curve of the rim. • Make sure each Brake Shoe does not rub the tire.
Brake System Setup - continued 1 Bicycle Assembly 1. Loosen Cable Nut (1-1) so that the cable is loose. 1-1 2. Insert Cable Barrel (2-1) into Brake Lever. 2 2-1 3. Insert Brake Cable (3-1) into Groove as shown.
Bicycle Assembly Brake System Setup - continued 4. Rotate Housing (4-1) Groove away from Cable Groove (4-2) and tighten Housing Nut (4-3). 4 4-2 4-1 4-3 5. Squeeze Brake Arms (5-1) so that Brake Pads (5-2) are against the Rim. 5 5-1 5-2 6. Pull Brake Cable (6-1) tight. • Tighten Cable Nut (6-2). • Adjust Cable Nut (6-3) for 1/16” Brake Pad clearance.
Brake System Setup - continued 0 7-1 8. Make sure the cable sheaths are fully inserted into the adjustment housing at the Caliper (8-1) and Hand Lever (8-2). 7 Bicycle Assembly 7. Make sure the Brake Lever is not loose (7-1).
Streamers, Pad and Bags (various models) 33 Accessories 5 34 A 34 fig 22 Streamers: • Insert each Streamer (34) in the hole in the end of each Handlebar Grip. • Ensure Streamer is fully inserted so that is does not come loose. Handlebar Pad: • Remove the cover from the Handlebar bag (5). • Push foam pad over handlebar brace (A). • Wrap handlebar pad cover around foam pad and close with the Velcro strip.
Plaques (various models) Accessories 35 B C A fig 23 • Attach Plaque (35) to Handlebar Cross Brace (A) using supplied Clamps (B) and Screws (C). • Tighten Screws so that the Plaque does not move. • Do not over-tighten Screws. This may damage the Plaque.
Accessories Bell Installation (various models) 32 A fig 21 • Remove Screw (A), open Clamp (32) just enough to fit over the handlebar. • Position Bell so that it can be easily used with your thumb. • Insert Screw and tighten just enough so Bell does not move on handlebar. NOTE: Do Not Overtighten Screw. This will damage the clamp.
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Maintenance and Service Repair and Service WARNING: • Inspect the bicycle frequently. Failure to inspect the bicycle and to make repairs or adjustments, as necessary, can result in injury to the rider or to others. Make sure all parts are correctly assembled and adjusted as written in this manual and any “Special Instructions”. • Immediately replace any damaged, missing, or badly worn parts. • Make sure all fasteners are correctly tightened as written in this manual and any “Special Instructions”.
Maintenance: • Frequently check the tire inflation pressure because all tires lose air slowly over time. For extended storage, keep the weight of the bicycle off the tires. • Do not use unregulated air hoses to inflate the inner tubes. An unregulated hose can suddenly over inflate bicycle tires and cause them to burst. • Replace worn tires. WARNING: Do not ride or sit on the bicycle if a tire is under inflated. This can damage the tire and inner tube.
Maintenance and Service Lubrication WARNING: • Do not over lubricate. If oil gets on the wheel rims or the brake shoes, it will reduce brake performance and a longer distance to stop the bicycle will be necessary. Injury to the rider or to others can occur. • The chain can throw excess oil onto the wheel rim. Wipe excess oil off the chain. • Keep all oil off the surfaces of the pedals where your feet rest.
Maintenance Frequently check the bearings of the bicycle. Lubricate the bearings once a year or any time they do not pass the following tests: Head Tube Bearings The fork should turn freely and smoothly at all times. With the front wheel off the ground, you should not be able to move the fork up, down, or side-to-side in the head tube. Crank Bearings The crank should turn freely and smoothly at all times and the front sprockets should not be loose on the crank.
Warranty Information Huffy Corporation Limited Warranty • Part or model specifications are subject to change without notice. • This Limited Warranty is the only warranty for your Huffy Corporation (“Huffy”) product. There are no other expressed or implied warranties. • This Limited Warranty extends only to the original consumer and is not transferable to anyone else. • Warranty registration is not required. • The only uses for this product are described in this manual.
For how long does this Limited Warranty last? • The frame is warranted for life except aluminum frames which are warranted for ten (10) years, from the date of purchase. • The fork is warranted for life except for shock forks which are warranted one (1) year from date of purchase. • All other components are warranted for six (6) months from the date of purchase. What will Huffy do? Huffy will replace, without charge to you, the component found to be defective by Huffy.
WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR YOUR HELMET WHEN RIDING THIS PRODUCT! CORRECT INCORRECT • • • • • Helmet should sit level on your head and low on your forehead Adjust the strap sliders below the ear on both sides. Buckle the chin strap. Adjust strap until it is snug. No more than two fingers should fit between the strap and your chin. A proper fitting helmet should be comfortable and not rock forward/backward or side to side.
