Unanswered Questions
66 questions with no upvoted or accepted answers
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Will chain spray evaporate from its can when unused?
My bike chain cleaning spray has evaporated from its can while I stored it in my room after having closed it normally. I have used it only four times. Actually about a half of the bottle should be ...
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Can anyone identify this second hand bike?
I am looking into getting a new (for me) road / TT bike and this came up but I think it isn't a Specialized Shiv...
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1970-80's Roadmaster bike makes a clicking noise when turning right
A 70's/80's Roadmaster Pursuit bike makes a clicking noise when turning right. It doesn't make any noise when riding straight or turning left. It doesn't seem to matter how close the turn is. I have ...
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Could somebody please identify this bicycle?
I have been looking into purchasing a second hand road bicycle for my daily commute. I went through many possibilities and would like to know if any of you have seen or can identify the attached. Do ...
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Chain rubbing on rear derailleur cage after replacing crankset
I bought a new Shimano 3-ring crankset for my aged MTB (5-speed at the rear) and updated the BB to the recommended length (9.5mm longer than I previously had with 2-ring cranks)for the new cranks. Now ...
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Lowrider style bent forks techniques
Would a 24 inch bent fork fit on a 20 inch frame? Is there even a 24 inch fork? Would a 26 inch fit? Also if it doesn't fit in could I just add to the 20 inch - would you be able to extend it making ...
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Why are my quill pedal cages "wobbling"?
The plates and connectors on my old quill pedals "move around" in relation to the pedal axle itself: In the photo below, I'm pushing the pedals to opposite sides to show how the pedal cage "distorts". ...
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How do I reassemble the rear gearing after fitting new tyres?
I have a Raleigh maybe 8 years old with shimano 15 gears. How do I reassemble the rear gearing after fitting new tyres? Everything seems to be in correct position but a small bolt with captive nut ...
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Shimano Ultegra 9500 set rear mech skips 8th gear
I'm riding a stock Schwinn fastback road bike from around 2004 that came with a Shimano Ultegra 9500 set, with 2x9 speeds. I have never messed with the derailleurs as they've always worked fine. The ...
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Rear wheel resistance but moves freely when not biking?
Hi all I'm at a bit of loss trying to trouble shoot my Surly Long Haul Trucker.I recently bought it used about 3 months ago and then had a new chain and cassette installed.
Commuting back from work ...
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Specialized Ruby 2012 replacement Front Crank/Chainring/Hub
I would like to convert SRAM Power Spline with 50/34 POWERGLIDE chainrings to a 50/30 T combo. It has 110mm so will not accept 30T.
What crank assembly/bottom bracket and chainrings should I use to ...
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Carbon seatpost stuck due to damaged grub screw
I have an Orbea Orca 2024 with Di2 and the grub screw for adjusting seat height has potential thread damage and it won't come out. The bike mechanic explained that the reason the grub screw went so ...
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Weird noise when pedalling
I noticed a weird noise when pedalling. I had my road bike with me when traveling (airplane), and I just came back from a trip. I only had to take the wheels off when packing it. Once I assembled the ...
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Considering an Upgrade: Mounting the Magicshine RN3000 on the RAVEMEN FR160 – A Practical Solution?
The RN3000 features an aluminum housing, contrasting with the plastic composition of the FR160. Why consider this configuration? Presently, my RN3000 is affixed to the MJ-627, yet it encounters ...
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My bike won’t change out of first gear
NoI’ve tried changing the looseness of the H and L screws but my great problem remains the same. It won’t change out of first gear even when I manually put it into another gear. The back derailer is ...
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