Is mine defective? We can't snap the handlebars on?
1934207
Possibly. We had no trouble assembling this toy and it is both sturdy and beloved.
1934208
My husband says he had to push down really, really hard. He had trouble too. You're probably afraid of breaking it, but give this a try. Hope it helps! Marilyn
1934209
Its really hard, you really have to force it. Just make sure you've got the handle bars facing the right way or it won't work, or it may break.
1934210
Sorry to say it probley is if you followed directions, I put my Grandaughters togeather in about 10 minutes, and I'm not good with directions!
2034664
Hi Anna, Thank you for contacting us! In response to your inquiry, anytime you are using the handlebar *in-between* the top and bottom height settings, you must tighten the clamp in a particular manner: 1) First, unlatch the handlebar clamp 2) Next, raise to desired height 3) Tighten clamp with No. 5 Allen Key **before** closing latch 4) Finish by closing handlebar latch-- this should be somewhat difficult if the appropriate amount of handlebar tension is achieved Please let us know if you have any other questions, we are here to help-- we have a toll-free telephone number, 888-236-5657, and are open Mon-Fri from 9am to 5pm Eastern Standard Time (EST). Cheers!
318590
We've had this for our kids before. We were able to adjust the handlebars slightly. It's under the padding.
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I just finished assembling this bike less than an hour ago; so, this is still fresh in my mind. I had a bit of trouble with this as well. First, make sure everything is lined up straight and the screw holes are open. You may need to turn the screw through each of the holes (before assembling) to open them up if they are not drilled open all the way. I also found that it took a bit of "elbow grease" to get the screw to go all the way in as it is supposed to do. The first few turns of the screwdriver are difficult, then it screws in smoothly. Perhaps there is a holding material on the inside of the handlebars that you have to get through, I'm not sure. I hope this helps; good luck!
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I haD the same issue with my bike as well. seat will always come loose no matter what you do to it !!! Sorry to say but this bike isnt of high quality . i wish I would have spent more money and buy a more sturdy bike.
1446241
Just finished putting the bike together and am having the same problem. The seat is ridiculously loose, it rotates around and flexes up and down as I'm riding. It almost seems like it's intentionally built this way. Have either of you been able to fix this problem since you posted? Or are you just dealing with it? Thanks
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I have puchased 2 of these on separate occasions. Both were 100% fully assembled. The only thing we had to do was straighten the handlebars and adjust the seat to the correct height (both handlebars and seat are quick release adjustment.) See this site for a great, quick video and excellent review information on the bike: http://www.twowheelingtots.com/burley-mykick/
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I'm having the same problem and am beginning to feel kinda stupid. How far through did the holes go? I mean there is one hole in the handlebars, and then two through the post, but it seems like there should be another hole on the other side of the handlebars that should "recieve" the screw. Am I right?
1485543
There is a clamp that is further to bottom that probably needs to be tighter than what it already is. The same thing happened to my son. If that does not work try taking it to the nearest bike shop to see if they know what to do.
535469
There is something wrong with the units, I brought it to a bike store and they could never fix it. I am suppose to return it and send it with a prepaid paper that they sent me but I cant find it anymore, can u please send it back so iu can send it to you.
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We just bought this bike and after 2 days the parent handle steering went out also. Did you have any luck fixing it or returning it?
197805
Yes, I just got my bike and the seat wobbles a lot. I crammed some cardbd in where it appeared to be wobbling, but it only improved a bit. Does anyone have any suggestions???
1159539
hm... I don't have that problem. It seems like you have a bigger handle bar? I'd bring a screw to a local hardware store and look for a same size but longer ones. Good luck.
804942
There are 2 screws located along the bottom of the yolk that holds the handlebars. The handlebar location works for us great right out of the box.
2009628
I am so sorry, I have never had that problem. I would have a Schwinn expert help you with that. Sorry, and best wishes.
1296616
I agree with dgminer; you have to snap it into place. It felt like I was forcing it, and then I gave it a little more elbow grease and it snapped on. You might to rotate it slowly as you try to snap it on.
1813031
You may have the front fork flipped the wrong way. Try switching it the other way and see if that works.