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Chain / Chain wheel: D type vs sealed type
I have spent a good 30 minutes on this site but couldn't find anything pointing a clear idea.
I bought a 26 inch, Dual suspension bike. It has a chainwheel of "sealed type." I asked the ...
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Frame and bottom bracket compatibility
I have problems with adjusting front shifting on my MTB so I suspect something is wrong elsewhere.
This is a 27.5" Merida Big Nine 100 XC MTB. Its chainset has been replaced with a Shimano FC-...
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How to tell when 1x Sram Xsync chainring needs replacing
I have an x01 12 speed drivetrain and when I push down on my cranks to pedal it seems like theres a slight amount of play between the chainring and chain. It's in the direction of the chain movement, ...
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1X11 build - align / slip / set up
Looking for advice on my 1X11 set up on a bike I’m (trying to) build:
The chain slips off single front chainring, on the inside, when I move into biggest rear cogs (gear 1 or 2). When I align the ...
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How to Remove Square Taper Chainring Bolts
I have removed my chainring from my Bicycle, but I do not know how to remove the chainring bolts I have tried using an Allen key but I cannot move it.
Do I need a special tool?
Here is a photo
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Do I need to replace my chainring?
Finally replaced the drivetrain on my 2019 yt jeffsy. I replaced the chain and cassette, but seem to be having an issue with the new chain jumping off of the chainring. The new chain is the same ...
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My bike keeps making this grinding noise around the back wheel/casette/chainring area when I get speed on a tech/ jump trail
It is an older bike that hasn't been used in years and I recently got it serviced and began using it on the trails. It is a specialized stumpjumper from around the 2004/2005 era and everything seems ...
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Shimano FC-MT610 12-speed 30T crankset substitute
I have a Shimano FC-MT610 12-speed 30T crankset and wish to go to a crankset with more teeth for flatter terrain. Shimano offers a 34T version.
Is there a higher tooth crankset compatible with a 96mm ...
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Rear derailleur max capacity exceeded?
My MTB is a Lapierre X-Flow 512 2012. It has a Shimano RD-M980-SGS 10v rear derailleur which has a total capacity of 41t (see official specs). But it comes with a 11-36 cassette and a 24-42 crankset (...
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Which chainguard (or alternative chainring) for a Shimano FC-M 510 crankset
My commuter bike is equipped with a Shimano FC-M 510 crankset,
the teeth configuration being 44/36/22. Unfortunately, the largest
chainring has no chainguard attached to it (and also no holes), so ...
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Chain slipping on smallest cogs (bigger chainring, new chain)
I recently switched my SRAM 1x12 Eagle SX drivetrain from a 30 to 34 direct mount Chainring. I also bought a new chain to accompany with it. Chain length was measured as the sram service manual ...
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Alternatives to Crankset Shimano M523 Octalink 40-30-22T
I have recently purchased a Merida 2015 7500 One-Twenty 3x10.
Link to bike specs: http://online.fliphtml5.com/pvouz/azox/#p=12
The crankset chain rings are very worn and need replacing.
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Can I swap my front 2x chainring on my MTB to a ~46T chainring?
The type of cycling I do means I'm never really presented with mega-steep climbs.
I used an online calculator and worked out I never really use gear ratios below about 39, which on my MTB at the ...
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Measuring BCD & choosing right chainset
I bought a used bike whose chain keeps slipping, and I believe it is because either the chainring or the bottom bracket is bent. I tried to show this as best as I could in the below pictures.
I am ...
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MTB 1x vs 2x cross chaining [duplicate]
I've got a good deal and bought a new bike with full Shimano XT groupset and 2x Drivetrain which I am not fully satisfied with, it has 34/24 and 11-42 setup.
I would prefer 1x more but not going to ...
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MTB Shimano MT610 crankset with 32t: possible switch to 30t?
I'm looking at the Raven 8.7 with its Shimano MT610 crankset with 32 teeth. The bike comes equipped with Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed cassette and Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed rear derailleur. I ...
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How to figure out the BCD my chainring has
I have a 2017 Diamondback Line. My chain has come off a few times and this post says get this chainring. I wanted to confirm my bike requires a 104 mm bolt pattern but don't know how to do that; the ...
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Single chainring conversion issues
I've got a Specialized Crosstrail Elite. I want to get rid of the front derailleur and go for a single front chainring.
Its a 68mm BB shell but needs a 73mm BB with spacers. It currently has a FSA ...
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My chain skips on the front chain rings. What do I do?
I currently ride a Cannondale Catalyst 3 and I've noticed my chain doesn't like to catch on my front chainrings. I'm very new to mountain biking and I am on a very low budget, so is there any way to ...
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Does it make sense to switch to single chainring on an older mountain bike?
Very recently I've started seeing a setup like this on pretty regular bikes:
(Image taken from CyclingID forum)
Appeal of the single chainring
To me the positives of this setup became quite obvious ...
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Need easier gearing. What would the effect of changing the chainring or cassette be?
My mountain bike is too difficult to pedal when the going gets steep. I need an easier gear ratio. Am I better off switching the chainring or the cassette?
I currently have:
A 30 tooth FSA ...
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Can I mix & match different chainring brand/model?
I want to change my 36 Race Face Evolve chainring (in a 22/36 setup) for a 32t. I've found a "cheap" Race Face Turbine 32t. Will it be compatibile with the 22t "Evolve" chainring or I will get ...
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(Dis-)Advantage of 2 chainrings / 3 chainrings [duplicate]
I think about buying a new mountainbike when sale is starting.
Now my Problem is that my favorite mountainbike has only 2 chainrings with 36/26 teeth. I am used to ride with 3 chainrings and don't ...
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Basic chainset compatibility question
I need to replace my chainset (42x34x22). Would a 42x32x22 be a compatible replacement?
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How do I change the granny gear on a cheap Walmart mountain bike?
I have a cheap ($100) 26" Walmart mountain bike (Hyper Summit) that has a triple chainring (24,34,42). It appears there is no easy way to remove the granny gear since it has what looks like some type ...
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Can I use a SRAM X0 Crank with Shimano XT chain rings?
I have a SRAM X0 crank on my MTB, and I want to buy some Shimano XT chain rings from a mate. Will they fit? Or is the BCD, Spider shapre, bolt size etc incompatible.
All are 10 speed.
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How to change 2x11 to 3x11 on mtb
Hey I was wondering how you would change a chainset from 2x11 to 3x11 on a Carrera Fury (SRAM components) Thanks
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Are chain ring spacers a good solution to adjust chain line?
I recently converted my mountain bike from a 2x10 to a 1x10. I have a Shimano XT Hollowtech ii crankset and I like it a lot, but its traditionally a 2 speed crankset. When I'm in my 1st gear on the ...
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Triple chainset to single chainset; BB compatability?
I'd like to upgrade the chainset on my GT Avalanche 1.0 2013 so I have no front mech or shifter and just one ring on the front; just 10 gears instead of 30.
My current chainset is a Shimano M522 ...
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At what point does one need to replace a chain ring on a mountain bike?
The large chainring on my mountain bike is missing a number of teeth on one side (apparently the side I like to go over rocks on). Is it harmful to the drivetrain to ride without these if I'm not ...
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Mountain bike crankset chainring compatibility
I have a Shimano Deore LX crankset. I would like to replace the outer chainring. What manufacturer chainrings are compatible with my crankset ? My outer chainring takes all of the abuse, due to ...
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How to replace broken chainring that is missing a tooth
I was going to ask if I need to replace it but I'm certain the responsible answer is yes (comments welcome). How do I find and replace the outer chainring?
Specifically find the right model or ...
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Can I run a dual crankset with a chain guide tensioner?
We recently got a new mountain bike for my son via craigslist, it is a couple year old Transition Bottle Rocket and came with a E-Thirteen SS+ chain guide/tensioner.
He would like a lower gear for ...
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mountain bike chainsuck, replacing parts while thinking of future upgrades
I have been having what I believe is called chainsuck for a while now. Chain will get stuck between first and second ring and have to stop and pull like "%&$* to get it out. It is always the ...
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