HELMETS SAVE LIVES !!! ALWAYS WEAR A PROPERLY FITTED HELMET WHEN YOU RIDE YOUR SCOOTER. DO NOT RIDE AT NIGHT. AVOID RIDING IN WET CONDITIONS. CORRECT FITTING - MAKE SURE YOUR HELMET COVERS YOUR FOREHEAD. INCORRECT FITTING. FOREHEAD IS EXPOSED AND VULNERABLE TO SERIOUS INJURY.
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The following manual is only a guide to assist you and is not a complete or comprehensive manual of all aspects of maintaining and repairing your scooter. The scooter you have purchased is a complex object. We recommend that you consult a professional bicycle dealer if you have doubts or concerns as to your experience or ability to properly assemble, repair, or maintain your scooter.
? Parts Identification ...................................................... 01-03 PART 2 Before You Ride ............................................................04-11 PART 3 Assembly ..................................................................... 12-29 PART 4 Servicing ...................................................................... 30-32 PART 5 Detailed Maintenance.................................................. 33-45 PART 6 How Things Work ...................................
SCHWINN STINGRAY SCOOTER BASIC PARTS BREAKDOWN Grips Brake Lever Handlebar Upper Fork Crown Stem Lower Fork Crown Fork Leg Your new scooter was assembled and tuned in the factory and then partially disassembled for shipping. You may have purchased the scooter already fully assembled and ready to ride OR in the shipping carton in the partially disassembled form. The following instructions will enable you to prepare your scooter for years of enjoyable scooter riding.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL It is important for you to understand your new scooter. By reading this manual before you go out on your first ride, you’ll know how to get better performance, comfort, and enjoyment from your new scooter. Age/Weight Range Age Weight 6 years to adult Up to 200 lbs. Stem Wedge Bolt GENERAL WARNING Scooter riding can be a hazardous activity even under the best of circumstances. Proper maintenance of your scooter is your responsibility as it helps reduce the risk of injury.
SAFETY CHECKLIST Before every ride, it is important to carry out the following safety checks: 1. Brakes - Ensure Ensure Ensure Ensure front and rear brakes work properly. brake shoe pads are not over worn and are correctly positioned in relation to the rims. brake control cables are lubricated, correctly adjusted and display no obvious wear. brake control levers are lubricated and tightly secured to the handlebar. 2.
RIDING SAFELY Scooters are intended for sidewalk riding, and should not be ridden in streets, parking lots or anywhere that motor vehicles are present. Please consult your local traffic laws for more information. These safety guidelines are included for your reference. General Rules When riding obey the same road laws as all other road vehicles, including giving way to pedestrians, and stopping at red lights and stop signs.
Cornering Technique Brake slightly before cornering and prepare to lean your body into the corner. Avoid streets and surfaces with water, sand, gravel, dirt, leaves, and other debris. Wet weather impairs traction,braking, and visibility. Please refer to pages 47-48 for braking techniques. Do not ride at night. Rules for Children To avoid accidents, teach children good riding skills with an emphasis on safety from an early age. Children should be supervised by an adult. 1.
Basic Maintenance The following procedures will help you maintain your scooter for years of enjoyable riding. Store your scooter under shelter. Avoid leaving it in the rain or exposed to corrosive materials. Riding on the beach or in coastal areas exposes your scooter to salt which is very corrosive. Wash your scooter frequently and wipe or spray all unpainted parts with an anti-rust treatment. Make sure wheel rims are dry so braking performance is not affected.
Step #3 Using 5mm hex (Allen) wrench, tighten the two lower fork crown pinch bolts completely. Please note that these bolts should be tightened until the fork is secure only, DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN, or damage to the lower fork crown may occur.
Band Brake Series Installation Sunken Stem Bolt System 1. Remove the protective shipping cap from the stem wedge. 2. Remove the Stem Plug from the stem. Loosen the Stem Bolt with a 6mm allen wrench. 3. Insert the stem into the headtube of the scooter. Ensure that the Minimum Insertion Line is below the top nut of the headset. 4. Align the stem and handlebar so it is in line with the front wheel. 5. Tighten the Stem Bolt with the 6mm allen wrench. Reinsert the Stem Plug into the stem.
V - Brake 1. If fitted with V-Brakes, insert the brake body into the center spring hole in the frame mounting boss, and then secure the brake body to the frame with the link fixing bolt. 2. While holding the shoe against the rim, adjust the amount of shoe protrusion by interchanging the position of the B washers (i.e. 6 mm and 3 mm) so that dimension A is kept at 39 mm or more. 3. While holding the shoe against the rim, tighten the shoe fixing nut. 39 mm or more A 5.
Outer Cable Lead V-Style Brakes Brake Cable Boot Brake Noodle Anchor Bolt Brake Arm Pivot Bolt Brake Shoe Tension Screw If not already assembled, take the brake noodle from the parts box and slide the cable through the larger opening. The cable housing will then seat into the end of the noodle. Slide the cable through the cable lead on the end of the left brake arm, this will cause the noodle to fit into the lead. Slip the brake cable boot over the cable and position it between both brake arms.
Disc Brakes Brake Cable Housing Barrel Adjuster Lock Nut Brake Lever Cable Insertion Slot Brake Cable “C” Clip Cable End Holder Brake Type Selector Rotating Rod Caliper Mounting Bolt with spacers Brake Pads Caliper Mounting Bolt with spacers 21 If fitted with a front disc brake, the components should already be attached. However, please check all connections before attempting to ride the scooter.
SCOOTER Final Check - If you encounter any problems, refer to the appropriate section and make any necessary adjustments. - Check the tire pressure and inflate each tube to the recommended psi as stated on the sidewall of the tire. - Check that the kickstand operates smoothly and the kickstand bolt is secured tightly. - Finally, examine the scooter. Make sure all accessories are attached and all quick releases, nuts and bolts have been tightened securely.
Axle Nut Front Wheel Retaining Washer Axle Hub Cone Nuts Fork Drop Out Step Retaining Washer 1. Make sure the brakes are loose enough to allow the wheel to pass through the brake pads easily. 2. Place wheel into fork drop outs. 3. Install retaining washers with raised lip pointed towards the fork, and insert into the small hole of the fork blade. NOTE: Some scooters may have step retaining washers in place of the retaining washer (shown in dotted box).
Failure to adjust correctly may result in loss of braking power and personal injury. Non-Threaded Non-Threaded First remove the axle nut from the wheel. There will be either a retaining washer or a step retaining washer included. Place this washer between the peg and the frame of the scooter. Slide the peg onto the axle, followed by a flat washer and lastly the axle nut. Tighten the axle nut clockwise until the peg fits snugly against the frame or fork. Repeat for all the remaining pegs.
Final Check Install any additional parts that are supplied with your bike. NOTE: Your scooter may be equipped with different style components than the ones illustrated. Smooth running - Longer lasting components - Safer riding - Lower running costs Every time you ride your scooter, its condition changes. The more you ride, the more frequently maintenance will be required. We recommend you spend a little time on regular maintenance tasks.
Tools Required Schedule 2 - Service Checklist Frequency Before every ride After every ride Weekly Monthly Every Six Months Yearly 31 Task Check tire pressure Check brake operation Check wheels for loose spokes Make sure nothing is loose Quick wipe down with damp cloth Lubrication as per schedule 1 Lubrication as per schedule 1 Check brake adjustment Check brake and gear cable adjustment Check tire wear and pressure Check wheels are true and spokes tight Check hub, head set Check handlebars are tight
WHEELS AND TIRES Wheel Inspection PART 5 - DETAILED MAINTENANCE It is most important that wheels are kept in top condition. Properly maintaining your scooter's wheels will help braking performance and stability when riding. Be aware of the following potential problems: 33 • Dirty or greasy rims: Caution: These can render your brakes ineffective. Do not clean them with oily or greasy materials. When cleaning, use a clean rag or wash with soapy water, rinse and air dry. Don't ride while they're wet.
Ball Bearings Lock Washer Hub Body Bearing Cone Axle Lock Nut Washer Axle Nut Hub Bearing Adjustment When checked, the hub bearings of either wheel will require adjustment if there is any more than slight side play. 1. Check to make sure neither locknut is loose. 2. To adjust, remove wheel from scooter and loosen the locknut on one side of the hub while holding the bearing cone on the same side with a flat open end wrench. 3. Rotate the adjusting cone as needed to eliminate free play. 4.
Max. Height/ Minimum Insertion Mark HANDLEBARS AND STEM When re-fitting the stem, make sure the handlebars are correctly aligned and tightened using the appropriate hex wrench or allen key. Handlebar Stem Do not over tighten. The handlebar stem fits into the steering column and is held firm by the action of a binder bolt and expander wedge which, when tightened, binds with the inside of the fork steerer tube.
HEADSET Standard Headset Inspection The headset bearing adjustment should be checked every month. This is important as it is the headset which locks the fork into the frame, and if loose, can cause damage or result in an accident. While standing over the frame top tube with both feet on the ground, apply the front brake firmly and rock the scooter back and forth; if you detect any looseness in the headset, it will need adjustment.
Some brakes have a special mechanism which enables you to set the clearance on either side of the rim using a screwdriver. Brake pads should finally be adjusted so that the leading edge of the pad makes first contact with the rim. Some brakes have special curved washers to allow this, but on less complex models it will be necessary to apply a little force to the pad and its mounting. Some brakes have a quick release mechanism to allow easier wheel removal.
Tread Usable Brake Shoe Tread Worn Off Worn Out Brake Shoe (Replace) On some newer type cantilever brakes, the main brake cable continues through the central cable carrier to an anchor bolt on one of the brake arms. A shorter link cable reaches from the carrier and the hook on the other brake arm. Adjustment of the cable length is made after loosening the anchor bolt on the brake arm. Adjust the brake pad position so that it is parallel to the wheel rim and so that the leading edge makes first contact.
Possible Cause Remedy Frequent punctures - - - Inner tube old or faulty Tire tread/casing worn Tire unsuited to rim Tire not checked after previous puncture Tire pressure too low Spoke protruding into rim Replace Inner tube Replace tire Replace with correct tire Remove sharp object embedded in tire - Correct tire pressure - File down spoke 6. How Things Work It’s important to your performance, enjoyment and safety to understand how things work on your scooter.
? B. Brakes NOTE: For most effective braking, use both brakes and apply them simultaneously. WARNING: Sudden or excessive application of the front brake may pitch the rider over the handlebars, causing serious injury or death. 1. How brakes work It’s important to your safety that you instinctively know which brake lever controls which brake on your bike. In the U.S., scooters are required to be set up with the right brake lever controlling the rear brake, and the left lever controlling the front brake.
? C. Tires and Tubes 1. Tires Scooter tires are available in many designs and specifications, ranging from general-purpose designs to tires designed to perform best under very specific weather or terrain conditions. Your scooter has been equipped with tires which the scooter’s manufacturer felt were the best balance of performance and value for the use for which the scooter was intended.
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