Putting the bike together I'm about halfway there.. yes the bike arrived in a smashed box... The directions really are horrible! i'm on stage 4, step 8. It says to insert the seat pin adjustment know into the seat frame, but you cannot do this until you slide the assembly into the seat rail! Then it says to insert the HR cable into the HR imput. Can someone please tell me where exactly the HR imput is?! Their diagram leaves a lot to the imagination and the arrow points to the back of the seat, where there is no hole for imput... any help is really appreciated!! thanks. Putting the bike together I'm about halfway there.. yes the bike arrived in a smashed box... The directions really are horrible! i'm on stage 4, step 8. It says to insert the seat pin... » Read More Putting the bike together I'm about halfway there.. yes the bike arrived in a smashed box... The directions really are horrible! i'm on stage 4, step 8. It says to insert the seat pin adjustment know into the seat frame, but you cannot do this until you slide the assembly into the seat rail! Then it says to insert the HR cable into the HR imput. Can someone please tell me where exactly the HR imput is?! Their diagram leaves a lot to the imagination and the arrow points to the back of the seat, where there is no hole for imput... any help is really appreciated!! thanks. « Show Less
488817
This is the second weekend I'll be working on the assembly. Instructions have had mistakes up to this point, and now I'm stumped on how to feed the wires through the stem up to the display without crushing them when the pieces are put together. More power to those people who said it was easy and took an hour.
488818
My bike arrived three weeks late and in a smashed, taped-up box. The fan assembly is smashed. My husband is only about an hour into the assembly, and has many more pieces to go. I think I will only purchase large items in local stores form now on.
1859366
I had the same experience. I contacted Amazon who told me to contact the manufacturer....no luck! I ended up returning the stools because I had no idea how to put them together.
2031216
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!
380930
The bike is mostly assembled. You will need to put on the rims (with tires already on rims), handle bars(brakes already assembled) and foot pedals. I was worried about it when it came in the box but I had it put together and my daughter riding in less than an hour or so. The directions are straight forward and you don't need any fancy tools. If you were worried yourself, you could take it to your local bike shop and I'm sure they would look it over and tighten anything up for a small fee.My daughter rides the bike regularly and it has held up very well. It is a great buy.
1510322
Honestly, 5 1/2 years later, I don't remember how I assembled it. Apparently, I must have had something, an instruction book or exploded diagram, to help me out. I still have it and, besides some wear and tear, it still works OK. I have gotten into a rut by doing the same basic exercises as demonstrated on the included DVD, and I know that there are many variations to keep things interesting (such as the image of the lady exercising to the left - I've never done that exercise). As I think about it, perhaps the DVD had assembly instructions with it. I think I used my basic tools - nothing elaborate, just an adjustable wrench or two and a screw driver - I think. Play the DVD to see about the assembly instructions. I'm sorry I'm not of more help to you. I received the 1700 Club and went through my wheel experience in the Spring of '08, so it's been awhile. Once you get it assembled, I think you'll like it. As with any exercise equipment, you'll get out of it what you put into it. Good luck with it!
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To me it was hard I am a female who enjoys putting things together but I needed help with someone who has a bike tool set. If you are going to assemble yourself I suggest a bike tool set. Personally I would pay to hAve it assembled if you can't find anyone to help you. This is a great buy I love this bike.
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oh man, I wish I had found these posts before ordering one of these as most of the reviews are positive. It's on the way, should I just immediately send it back and eat the shipping charge? I wouldn't be surprised that these are on sale now as Schwinn prob has fixed models out now. I am assuming that if I keep this bike it will crap out shortly. If I do keep it, should I immediately call for the new motor and then the control panel before even using it? Will the original motor work with the new panel? uggggh. not looking forward to this. Any chance we can convince you to put up a website with pics of the fixes?? ; ) oh man, I wish I had found these posts before ordering one of these as most of the reviews are positive. It's on the way, should I just immediately send it back and eat the shipping charge? I wouldn't be surprised that these are on sale now as Schwinn prob has fixed models out now. I am assuming that if I keep this bike it will crap out shortly. If I do keep it, should I immediately call for the new motor and then the control panel before even using it? Will the original motor work with the new panel? uggggh. not looking forward to this. Any chance we can convince you to put up a website... » Read More oh man, I wish I had found these posts before ordering one of these as most of the reviews are positive. It's on the way, should I just immediately send it back and eat the shipping charge? I wouldn't be surprised that these are on sale now as Schwinn prob has fixed models out now. I am assuming that if I keep this bike it will crap out shortly. If I do keep it, should I immediately call for the new motor and then the control panel before even using it? Will the original motor work with the new panel? uggggh. not looking forward to this. Any chance we can convince you to put up a website with pics of the fixes?? ; ) « Show Less
1446244
T. Yuan was right- I'm surprised anyone is using the bike like this or just stuffing stuff in there to make it tighter! that's pretty dangerous.... use the wrench that came with it, or your own wrench to tighten it and make the opening tighter once it's on the pole.
1203146
I had no issues assembling this bike, there were, however, parts missing(nuts and bolts) i replaced those got the bike together and went for a short ride to test it all out before i let my GF(who the bike is for) ride it. Well i immediately regretted buying the bike. The frame is bent and pulls to the right. i should have spent a little more and got a better bike. She seems to like it overall but she also regrets the purchase and i probably wont ever buy a bike off amazon again because of it Local Bike shops for me from now on. the 6 speed gears are a plus. having the baskets is nice but the whole bike seems poorly engineered. I had no issues assembling this bike, there were, however, parts missing(nuts and bolts) i replaced those got the bike together and went for a short ride to test it all out before i let my GF(who the bike is for) ride it. Well i immediately regretted buying the bike. The frame is bent and pulls to the right. i should have spent a little more and got a better bike. She seems to like it overall but she also regrets the purchase and i probably wont ever buy a bike off amazon again because of it Local Bike shops for me from now on. the 6 speed gears are a plus. having the baskets is nice but... » Read More I had no issues assembling this bike, there were, however, parts missing(nuts and bolts) i replaced those got the bike together and went for a short ride to test it all out before i let my GF(who the bike is for) ride it. Well i immediately regretted buying the bike. The frame is bent and pulls to the right. i should have spent a little more and got a better bike. She seems to like it overall but she also regrets the purchase and i probably wont ever buy a bike off amazon again because of it Local Bike shops for me from now on. the 6 speed gears are a plus. having the baskets is nice but the whole bike seems poorly engineered. « Show Less
78362
No, it is not completely assembled, there is some minor parts that have to be put on such as the front wheel, handle bars and pedals. Very easy to do but you will need a few metric tools such as a few metric Allen wrenches. It also suggests a few metric sockets, which would be easier, however a good ole crescent wrench works fine. The only another issue I would address is the gearing of this bike.....My wife was not in favor of any gears and handle brakes, period. So this is the bike she picked. My bike has seven speeds. I have road my wife's bike and her gearing is between my 3rd and 4th gears. Which means it is extremely harder to pedal, even on flat ground. I have since changed her rear sprocket from a 18T to a 20T and I think it is a lot better for basic riding, not too expensive about $20 and I did the labor. This is where I am heading with this story...while at the bike shop for parts I noticed that they had bikes with coaster brakes that had 3 speeds. This means no hand brakes..This was a different brand and the price was $500, so it was alot more money than the Schwinn. It might be something to think about if you want some lower gears for riding and don't want hand brakes..to be truthful I don't know if Schwinn even makes bikes with that option. Hope this helps and doesn't confuse..Just my $0.02 Ken
791571
Sorry, it's been too long since I assembled it to remember. I do, however, remember assembling the bike twice and thinking, how would someone who is not extrememly careful ever assemble this bike without breaking something? I would take S. White advice and check out the YouTube.
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Thank you, thank you, thank you -- I was feeling like an idiot. This might be a great saw once I get it together, but it has been incredibly frustrating trying to read the instructions. I was trying to adjust the 8mm bolts as discussed in the instruction manual, except the bolts are not in the same position on the saw as in the manual (I went online and downloaded a pdf of the manual which is the same, but I enlarged this section to 200%), and they are NOT 8 mm -- they are 13mm. So obviously they have machined the saw differently than when the manual was created. So working on the large black handle backwards (with a little extra torque) worked. Thank you again. Thank you, thank you, thank you -- I was feeling like an idiot. This might be a great saw once I get it together, but it has been incredibly frustrating trying to read the instructions. I was trying to adjust the 8mm bolts as discussed in the instruction manual, except the bolts are not in the same position on the saw as in the manual (I went online and downloaded a pdf of the manual which is the same, but I enlarged this section to 200%), and they are NOT 8 mm -- they are 13mm. So obviously they have machined the saw differently than when the manual was created. So working on the large... » Read More Thank you, thank you, thank you -- I was feeling like an idiot. This might be a great saw once I get it together, but it has been incredibly frustrating trying to read the instructions. I was trying to adjust the 8mm bolts as discussed in the instruction manual, except the bolts are not in the same position on the saw as in the manual (I went online and downloaded a pdf of the manual which is the same, but I enlarged this section to 200%), and they are NOT 8 mm -- they are 13mm. So obviously they have machined the saw differently than when the manual was created. So working on the large black handle backwards (with a little extra torque) worked. Thank you again. « Show Less
1702171
It's definitely not easy. The instructions are manufacturer blueprints, so there aren't any steps, it's kind of like a complimentary puzzle with your order. If you're ordering this item for an injured back, you'll definitely want help with assembly, the back piece hangs on the frame, it's heavy and awkward, and the pieces don't like to just for together.
1428962
It's like a bike...assembles the same way. Do you have a bike shop near you. They could help you in minutes. My son had to do it as I was lost. Or like others have said...try utube.
2208624
i had the same problem so i had it brought it to the bike shop. i share all the sentiments of michael b. not only that, the seat is very stiff and provides a very uncomfortable ride. i can only last a few minutes. the bike is hardly used.
2110139
Sorry, I don't have an answer. Mine is still in the (very beat-up box) and I'm waiting for my son to help me figure it out. And if the bike is as damaged as the box, I'm in big trouble. Hope some one else can help you! JoanC
799018
I don't recall all the details, just remember it has no shaft or connection point to a shaft, and I and my husband were at a complete loss as to how to attach it to the bike. I would advise you to choose a different seat.