... when i got the bicycle thinking I got an awesome deal. The bike comes mostly pre assembled just ...
353519
I was so excited when i got the bicycle thinking I got an awesome deal. The bike comes mostly pre assembled just add the handle bars seat and front wheel.  The assembly was easy even though it didn't come with the directions.  I took the bike out in my neighborhood and not even a half a mile away the rear derailer snapped off.  I didn't want to return the bike because its such a cheap price but this bicycle is a 2004 model.  I called schwinn and they will not honor the warranty on this because they don't make it anymore.  I asked for a newer derailer and i would pay the difference in price or I willing to find a local Schwinn repair shot and take it to them but they reused saying to take it up with amazon.  So buy this bike at your own risk because Schwinn will not honor any their warranty.
3130038
I'm very happy with the quality of the bike at this price point. A Brompton would have been nice, but not at 10 times the price of this bike. Still working on getting the handlebar to feel adjusted correctly. Buying a bicycle in a box will always need ajustments for the brakes, seat, etc.
4364249
Awesome and capable bike with surprisingly good quality components for the price.
4296518
This is a nice bike sold at a good price.  It has some great features for a kid's bike, and it seems to be of good quality.  I withheld a star because of the amazingly poor assembly instructions.  I am a pretty handy guy.  Not much assembly is needed.  But the instructions were so generic (not specifically for this model) and poorly written/illustrated that I wish I had just tried to assemble the bike without looking at them.  I was able to reach the manufacturer for an online chat with a bike pro, and he helped me overcome the instructions.  This is a good bike and well worth the reasonable price--once you get past the horrible assembly instructions.
407992
Had to put this together today for my niece, it's her birthday present.  Undoubtedly, it's a good looking bike, I can't argue that, she's going to love it.  However, speaking from someone who puts things together and wants everything to work right, it did go together quickly, however, fine tuning everything so that it works right, adjusting brakes, loosening bearings that were too tight, adjusting the fenders so the tires don't rub against them, and even having to bend the rear axle back into place because despite the packaging, it arrived bent, but it did go together quickly...minus all the extra stuff I had to do to ensure the bike would ride right.

The topping on this mess is that the bell doesn't work!

Contrary to other reviews, mine DID come with a basket, however, there was no way to fasten the basket to the handlebars, I had to use zip ties for that.
3523373
The bike would have been fine ...  except we had to return it due to a bent gear on the back wheel.  :(  We had submitted a request just to have it replaced, then found it cheaper at target after christmas sale, so we cancelled order and bought it there. Could have been a great bike though.
2452323
First of all, this bike was not the easiest to put together, mainly because the instructions are crap. I ended up finding a video on youtube that did a much better job at explaining the process. Once the bike is fully put together, it does look sharp though. The color is great and I love the cruiser style of the bike. Make sure that the seat and handlebars are VERY securely tightened though because during my first ride my handlebars and seat were moving, making it very hard and dangerous to ride. Overall, I am happy with my purchase but I will never buy another bike that I have to assemble myself again, hence the four stars.
4525287
This is my updated review on the bike. The instruction have been written poorly. The reflectors on the bike was made poorly but it rides smoothly though. My friend was able to put my bike together with no problem even though the instructions have been written poorly. I love my new bike. It was well worth the price. I'm missing a small part for the basket though.
2641431
I was so excited to receive this bike so quick, ordered on Tuesday night, and got it by Thursday night when I got home from work. I opened the box without any problem, and seeing the whole package was well packed. After I removed all the parts from the package and started assembling everything, and everything went smooth until I start to install the front wheel. I used the wheel hub come with the package, and found out it couldn't secure the front wheel to the because it was too long. Even though the user menu mentioned "the mechanism uses a long bolt with an adjusting nut on one end, and a lever operating a cam-action tensioner on the other." But I think I got the wrong wheel hub.... it was way too long even I adjusted the nut to the maximum. it was a long hub, long as the one was used on the back wheel, and it leaves a long gap that the tensioner wouldn't fix. Will try to contact the company tomorrow to see how they will respond or fix this for me.
3827180
I admit to cheating. After reading about the trials and tribulations of other reviewers as they tried to assemble this bike I got
a friend with plenty of experience to assemble mine for me.

I will spare you the begging and whining : )

Needless to say, it was a breeze. My friend put it together and I stood and watched and occasionally fetched tools.
I highly recommend this method of assembly because the instructions are not very helpful.
My friend took a look at the instructions, mumbled something under his breath that I can't reproduce on a family friendly
website, and then threw them to the side.

Riding. Lucky for me I haven't ridden a bicycle in ages, otherwise I would have been trying to brake using the handlebars.
Instead my 40 some year old instincts kicked in and I braked using the peddles.
There are some advantages to being over 50 years old and not riding a bicycle in 40 years. Not many mind you, but a few.
I did remember how to balance. That was a shock. I thought I was going to be wobbling down the street and scaring the
neighbors, but apparently at least part of that old saw about remembering how to ride a bicycle is true.

Peddling, quite easy, but my legs are going to be highly pissed off at me later since I went all the way to the store and got a
gallon of milk.

I would have rated the bicycle 5 stars if it had come with decent instructions, cause not everybody is going to have someone
experienced that they can get to put it together for them.
Other than that, it is a lovely bicycle.
2989309
Tbh I only bought the bike for the free bike bell that was supposedly included in the package deal.
1907347
The bike has a solid frame and for the most part good. The back wheel was bent in the box when it arrived. Also the tube in the bent wheel leaked as soon as i put air in it. To the bike shop for repairs before i could ever ride it. If it was not for the great color and price i would be upset but i do feel i got what i paid.
1689843
Wow this bike is a great deal. I went to local bike shops to look for a tandem and they all had much more expensive bikes. They were also not as good looking as this bike. The bike came with the front wheel, seats and the handle bars off, so very little assembly was needed. A nice surprise was the kick stand which has a little release button so it is not to hard to kick it in the up position. I added a rear rack which has a detachable basket for those long trips to the park to play basketball or so I can take my camera. The bike is really a eye catcher, everyone we see has a big smile or a nice comment about the bike. If you are looking for a tandem do not hesitate to get this bike.
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1691048
I purchased this bike to use for my commute in Denver. It arrived promptly and was very well packed and undamaged. Upon unwrapping it, I was pleasantly surprised at how little assembly there was left to do (some of the other reviewers had made me a little nervous). It's really just a matter of attaching the handlebars, pedals, front wheel, and seat. You can do everything with an adjustable wrench and a set of metric allen wrenches. The instructions that come with the bike are worthless, but the complete tutorial with pictures that I got from Beachbikes (the seller) was idiot proof. Total assembly time was well under an hour. I also received 4 different emails from their owner, a staff mechanic, and a ride specialist. It's clear this seller really stands behind their product. I also chose to order my bike directly through the Beachbikes website (where the price is slightly better).

The finished product looks great, rides smooth, and three speeds is perfect for the slightly hilly terrain around here. I can't wait to pile on the miles. I outfitted mine with SKS fenders and a rack for the commute. I did not feel the need to upgrade the seat or grips, as both are plenty comfy.

My only two gripes are minor ones. It would be nice to have a quick release axle for the front tire so that I could stuff it in the car without a wrench. Also, the decals that come on the bike are very low quality "stickers". Mine arrived with creases and air bubbles, already peeling up at the edges. I like the look of the bike better without them anyways, and they sure were easy to peel off. Overall, I am thrilled with the bike and the customer service from Beachbikes, and I can't wait to enjoy this bike for years to come.
2020655
I love that it came all ready. Of course I checked everything. The gears though were not engaging all the way. I mean the chain would either skip a level or not get to the last gear. So I had to read the manual and follow the instructions which not everyone can do. I just happen to be so hands on. I also bought folding pedals and changed the seat to a memory form model. The seat was killing my you know what...Otherwise I am happy to be able to ride along my daughters.
1997838
Nice bike. It comes partially assembled. Our handlebars were assembled backwards so I had to take them apart before I could put them on the bike. No big deal. Haven't ridden too much, but the little I've used the bike it seems comfy.
4358754
The bike was not bad for the price.
What I had a problem with when I received the bike are the following:
1- Steering arm was installed backwards.
2- Do to the way it was packed the disk break was jammed against the pedal which bent the disk brakes and several wheel spokes.
3- As received the chain was of the bike drive gear and jammed against the bike frame.
4- It cost me $75 out of pocket to get the bike fixed.

After all was fixed:
1- The right brake handle broke, the brake handle frame is plastic and it cracked at the handle retainer pin.
2- While riding the bike on a dry day the bike skid and the front tire bent out of shape.
Looks like its going ti cost me another $150.00