Encyclopedia of two-wheelers
Can you put them on any bike? Bicycle training wheels are mounted on the rear axle of a bike and do not work with every bike. While most kids’ bikes found at big-box stores come with or can accommodate them, many higher-ends kids’ bikes cannot. What size bike can you put training wheels on? You …
Using a shorter stem gives the bike quicker handling characteristics and a more responsive feel. A longer stem shifts your body weight towards the front of the bike and puts you in a better pedaling position, especially on those steep climbs. Should I shorten my bike stem? Changing the stem length not only impacts your …
A 1/8″ chain is the most common chain found on single speeds, and 3/32″ chain is the most common chain found on derailleur equipped bikes. A 1/8″ chain will fit on parts that are either width. 3/32″ chains will only fit on parts designed to work with 3/32″ chains. What does a 3/32 chain mean? …
Bicycle sentence example. The boy no doubt inherits a capacity for riding a bicycle , otherwise he could never do so. He ran out to his bicycle and pushed the kickstand back while he peered through the window. The only thing you watch on TV is football and the last ‘book’ you read was a …
Without Lube: A dry chain will let out an ear-piercing squeal and won’t shift smoothly. Eventually, it will rust, and it could snap midride. Lube It: Soak a clean rag with degreaser, such as Pedro’s Oranj Peelz Citrus Degreaser. … Wipe off excess lube—if you don’t, it can attract more dirt to your chain. Do …
United States. According to the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) bike lanes are an exclusive space for cyclists by using pavement markings and signage. Bike lanes flow in the same direction as motor vehicle traffic and is located adjacent to vehicle movement. Are there bicycle lanes True or false? There’s no such thing …
The first thing to upgrade is anything that might be bothering you, or to fix any annoyances on your bike. That might look like different grips, wider bars (or in some cases to cut your bars down), a shorter stem, more grippy or lighter tires, a saddle and pedals. What should I upgrade on a …
How can I improve my cycling uphill? In most cases, the best way to get better at cycling up hills is to improve your cycling fitness using a combination of harder efforts and endurance rides. The speed at which you can ride up hills is mostly determined by your fitness, for short hills or off-road …
It’s perfectly legal for cyclists to ride two abreast on the road, so when you are off on a spin with your friends, feel free to cycle side by side. Can cyclists ride double file? The current rule reads: “You should… never ride more than two abreast, and ride in single file on narrow or …
We’re pretty close. All our bikes are fully built by Cytech qualified mechanics, before being delivered free of charge (all you need to do is adjust the handlebars and screw in your pedals) so you can start cycling, right out of the box. Do shipped bikes come assembled? Depending on the shipping option you choose, …