I haven't been on a bike in at least 10yrs and need to get back into shape after having two kids. My husband bought me a Schwinn High Timber 2.6 fs. I realise that this bike isn't on the top of everyones want list but I love it and it suits my needs. So here's my question...Every so often when I shift gears the chain will jump. My husband thinks that I am doing something wrong when shifting but I'm not convinced. Any ideas as to what is happening here? Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Problems with chain jump
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Not sure what you mean by chain jump. Where does it jump from and to? What is your technique when changing gears? As a guess I'd say the cables are stretched (normal) and need readjustment.
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Sounds like the rear derailleur needs some adjusting, but if its a cheapo drive line you may become a very good mechanic. 
Check these links out i think they shoould help with your new career. :eekster:
http://www.parktool.com/repair/bikemap.asp
http://www.webmountainbike.com/maintenance.html
http://www.utahmountainbiking.com/fix/index.htm
Check these links out i think they shoould help with your new career. :eekster:http://www.parktool.com/repair/bikemap.asp
http://www.webmountainbike.com/maintenance.html
http://www.utahmountainbiking.com/fix/index.htm
The chain comes off the chain wheel. All of the components are shimano which means nothing to me. The bike has done this since the day after I got it ( it was purchased pre-assembled ) so either I am consistantly doing something wrong or the bike needs something.
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i don't think ur doing anything wrong. that happened with my bike when i first got it. my problem was solved with a quick adjustment to the derailers (both front and rear). i'm guessing yours could be fixed just as easily.joy3868 said:
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20 bucks and a trip the lbs might be money well spent. Nothing is more frustrating (to me) then a chain that jumps/shifts/falls/stutters...whatever.........when you don't want it to.
Okay off subject but your dog is too cute eatdrinkride! LBK (life before kids) my hubby and I had a similiar looking dog that was a female staffordshire terrier. She looked kinda like a pitbull but more refined. Anyway should I try fixing things myself or should I opt for help on this one?
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I always encourage the fix-it-yourself option if someone is interested in wrenching and learning. Rear der. and cable adjustments are simple yet come across very complicated in a technical translation ( I mean in a manual ). I found that once I did it once it became much much easier the next time. I think Dogonfr or someone listed some reference sites, the Park repair sites are good for almost anything. Also if you happen to have a bike manual from a bike purchase it probably includes the Shimano instructions for making these adjustments, I find them pretty good, just follow step by step the first time out.joy3868 said:
If it becomes too much then try the lbs, maybe watch while they make the adjustments.
btw the dog's name is JoJo and he is a Boxer with a bit of a mix. He can kick Dogonfr's dogs ass
Okay new off-subject questions. Every time I go riding I pull a bike trailer ( 25-30lbs ) plus two kids ( another 65-70lbs ). The trail I ride follows a river and goes over the river under the bridge over the street up and down up and down ( you get the idea ). I'm finally to the point where I can ride the whole thing w/o having to get off the bike and push it up the small mountains. So here's my questions...am I trying to get to the point where I pedal the entire time? Is it okay to pedal then coast, pedal then coast? Is it harder on the bike to do that? Does it make any difference at all? I am riding purely to get in shape ( not to compete ) so any info or opinions would be great; and just to share..I swallowed my first bug this afternoon.
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Joy, well i was having the same issues with my chain" jumping" I have been into my LBS a few times and have had them tune my bike up. when I asked the guy i've been dealing with at the LBS about the chain thing he adjusted it for me in like 2 minutes and did not charge me. ( maybe it was because of the rock shox rear shock I just bought).. either way it made it not jump anymore and it was very quick. I would imagine if there is a charge it would be minimal. hope that helps you
hope that helps you
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We all coast at times it will not harm the drive line, no wories. You should keep your feet spinning in circles most of the time to mantain a rythem. Im no expert but if you coast too much then you never get to maintain a good spin.joy3868 said:
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I gotta ask: What the heck kind of trailer are you pulling that weighs 30lbs? I don't think I could handle that for more than a few minutes...joy3868 said:
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......I'm at a loss as to what the heck you are talking about...dogonfr said:Gots to get the CRF250R & the kids to the track some how!!!
Maybe you refer to a Honda dirt bike? Yes, no??? I used to have a Suzuki125 and my buddy had a CR250............... Uno mas cerveza por favor...
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:lol: Sorry yes it is a very cool moto by Honda. Was you Suzuki a TM125eatdrinkride said:......I'm at a loss as to what the heck you are talking about...
Maybe you refer to a Honda dirt bike? Yes, no??? I used to have a Suzuki125 and my buddy had a CR250............... Uno mas cerveza por favor...
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RM125.....it was all yellow....very pretty , hahadogonfr said::lol: Sorry yes it is a very cool moto by Honda. Was you Suzuki a TM125
Some off brand of trailer I'm sure. We were able to get the trailer on sale for less than $150 if that says anything . Every time I ride the trail some happy biker ( who isn't pulling children by the way ) asks, "How's it going?" To which I reply in a slight moan, "Just fine. I think it's your turn to pull my children." They laugh and then leave me in their dust...Most unfriendly, don't you think?
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