Unanswered Questions
103 questions with no upvoted or accepted answers
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Shimano Dura-Ace R9120 lever leaking
My bike's Dura-Ace R9120 rear-brake/front derailleur shifter (left shifter in UK) leaks brake fluid when I pull hard on the lever. It leaks from this specific place:
I understand this lever is ...
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Shimano road bike lever leaking mineral oil
I have a leak in my Shimano DA 9170 (right) shifter. When I do a bleed, everything seems to work for a ride or two and then I start to lose braking power and the underside of the brake hood is wet ...
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Why does my crank go in reverse and my chain drop when I am not on the bike?
I have a problem of my chain dropping. What happens is when we stop and I unclip from the pedals, the crank rotates in reverse and the chain drops. I am in the large chain ring when this happens.
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How to connect quick link for 6/7/8 gears Shimano chain?
I recently ordered a new chain and I am having trouble connecting the quick link, which I also ordered (first time doing it). It seems the pin of the quick link won't stick out far enough to be able ...
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Are there compatibility restrictions about remotes for dropper posts and suspension locks?
I consider adding an handle bar remote for a bike with a front-suspension fork. Given the bike has already a dropper post, I was thinking to add a dual "dropper/suspension" remote.
I noticed ...
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Help identifying brand of road bike frame
Last year I bought this second-hand bike, but I was a total newbie and didn't realize that the branding was just stickers until I received it.
It's still a good bike and I'm having fun with it, but I'...
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What could the source of this ticking sound be?
I have an annoying ticking sound that I need some help with. I've read through a lot of suggestions online and two bike shops have failed to solve it.
The bike is a brand new custom build (Trek Emonda ...
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Just hoping someone out there recognizes this bike and can help identify it
Assuming this is a 90s era aluminum frame with only a head badge sticker to identify it, no name or model printed anywhere. RX100 RD, DeoreXT FD, Sugino triple crank and Exage500EX brakes. the fork is ...
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New hub slipping when powering up?
I recently had my Giant Propel SLR serviced (including new chain, Cassette and a new Hub) as gears were beginning to slip. However after the service when I climb into top / hardest gear and put the ...
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Surface scratch on carbon steerer
Following my previous post, I managed to find an identical new fork replacement from a reseller since the communication with the company was absolutely terrible...
When I unpacked the fork though, I ...
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Sram/Avid brake hose compatiblity
I have Sram Rival AXS which I want to transfer from one bike to another. Unfortunately the new bike is bigger (M -> XL) so new brake hose is required. SRAM recommends SRAM Brake Hose Kit - Double ...
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Identify this Bianchi - possibly 80s
Can someone please help me identify this Bianchi model?
My uncle has had it in storage for since years – I believe it's from the 80's.
Here are some photos, to help identify the model.
Cheers,
Alex
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Bicycle chain roller diameter size chart?
I'm digging for a while now, and can not find any helpful chart for chain roller diameters e.g. Shimano 8,9,10,11,12 speed. It differs of course depending on the manufacturer and the purpose. We know ...
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Cable housing end cap for BR-M375
I replaced the no name brake calipers on an entry-level ebike for Shimano BR-M375. The cable housing for the rear caliper was a bit too long, so I cut off a few centimeters. Then, I put a new 5 mm end ...
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Upgrading Shimano Acera 8 speed Rear Derailleur to 8 speed Shimano XTR derailleur
Looking for some help here. I am upgrading Shimano Acera 8 speed rear derailleur to 8 speed Shimano XTR rear derailleur and it appears that because the old 8 speed XTR derailleur has a clip for the ...
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