How do I interpret these saddle rail markings? Am I past the limit compromising the rails?2yr ⋅ EcoFriendlyEv ⋅ r/bikewrench
First time installing a brake on my own. Is my cable too short? Is it okay to cut the housing with the cable cutter? Or a separate tool is recommended3yr ⋅ brandonbass ⋅ r/bikewrench
Why does the front wheel not fit? It touches the frame of the bike. The front brakes also touch the frame of the bike when turning the front wheel. Pls help4yr ⋅ oliv222 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Welp, I dented the top tube on my s works allez. Any chance of getting it fixed or is it done for?2yr ⋅ ipassovoy ⋅ r/bikewrench
Are rims really tubeless ready if they leak from most of the spokes and the seam where the rim joint?2yr ⋅ kreiggers ⋅ r/bikewrench
I(noob) laced my own and started truing it. Now my friend(bike mechanic) tells me that the label on the rim is facing the wrong way and I should redo it. Is this true?3yr ⋅ HandsyMcManrub ⋅ r/bikewrench
Took the wheel to the LBS for nexus 8 hub maintenance. Now it still shift poorly and noticed a bulge on the hub, oil is leaking...2yr ⋅ Meldoyo ⋅ r/bikewrench
Hole in the fork of my new Focus Atlas gravel bike. What is this good for?2mo ⋅ RollingUtopia ⋅ r/bikewrench
What’s this part called please? Just need to order a replacement3yr ⋅ mickey_monkstain ⋅ r/bikewrench
Cut fork slightly too short, is this okay to ride or do I need a new fork?4yr ⋅ DANNYBOYLOVER ⋅ r/bikewrench
What are these shifters called? How hard is it to change it to the shifters that are controlled on the hood and by the brake lever ? (My bike lingo sucks)2yr ⋅ LeonardoDiTrappio ⋅ r/bikewrench
What could cause a chain to fail this way? Had 3 chains fail on me this way in the same year2yr ⋅ Towel_Motor ⋅ r/bikewrench
Smallest tool like this THAT DOESN'T OVERTIGHTEN/LOOSEN ITSELF? You know what I mean right?1yr ⋅ wreck_of_u ⋅ r/bikewrench
Are these old school single speed dropouts, or is this a converted road bike?3yr ⋅ martbart87 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Spacers stuck, due to some weird sticky paste. Is there a way to get them off without removing the fork?2yr ⋅ TurboLenz ⋅ r/bikewrench
Why is the back brake suddenly too tight to put the tyre back on? I haven’t changed anything since taking it off!3yr ⋅ LSP-86 ⋅ r/bikewrench
How to re-insert pin? Keeps falling out when trying, been stuck here for 3h.3yr ⋅ Camppe ⋅ r/bikewrench
Anyone Ever Seen Anything Like This Before? No Idea What It Is. 2018 Giant Anthem Advanced 13yr ⋅ [deleted] ⋅ r/bikewrench
Rear derailleur snapped off after not even a month of riding. Any ideas what can have caused this? I landed a really small jump when it came off...3yr ⋅ mtbracoona ⋅ r/bikewrench
Put a cassette on my new rear wheel and hub opened up - how do I close it?3yr ⋅ BadUsername_Numbers ⋅ r/bikewrench
How can I disassemble this crank? My allen keys don’t seem to do the trick3mo ⋅ Threes_ ⋅ r/bikewrench
is this correct? got a 9 speed chain for my 9 speed cassette but looks a little stretched?2yr ⋅ fr3dbilli3 ⋅ r/bikewrench
What's a sensible way to put a 1x11 or similar onto 1990s MTB wheels? Do I want a totally new wheel, a hub body transplant, or just a 11 speed cassette? (135mm spacing)3yr ⋅ owlpellet ⋅ r/bikewrench
Should those red bits be in there? They restrict the cleat positioning a lot!2yr ⋅ wetswam ⋅ r/bikewrench
is it a bad idea to compress the cables like this with the luggage strap?2yr ⋅ AnAquaticOwl ⋅ r/bikewrench
Where do I get this top chain guard thing? Picture is of a trek marlin 6.6mo ⋅ sh00t1ngf1sh ⋅ r/bikewrench
Dropper post wiper seal issue ...Do I need a new one? Bike going in for fork and rear suspension service later this week.3yr ⋅ avin_a_laugh ⋅ r/bikewrench
Will it put too much stress on my tires if I store them folded like this?3yr ⋅ AnAquaticOwl ⋅ r/bikewrench
Did my own Fox 36 fork rebuild and I’ve got a piece leftover. Came out of the damper side stanchion, any idea what it is, or how to put it back??3yr ⋅ suttonthebutton ⋅ r/bikewrench
Good start to the day, never had a chain fall off before... Any idea why this might have happened? I very rarely/never cross chain. Only cycled 2000 miles on it.1yr ⋅ tjb_87 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Update: Is this wheel shot? Cannondale Hollowgram got a puncture in the rim next to a spoke hole. Tire was not damaged, only the tube inside. Very odd, I’m not sure how it even happened. All spokes in place properly and unmoved.1yr ⋅ MocoPDX ⋅ r/bikewrench
Prevent chain lube over-spray, spin-off, drips, on your wheels, rotors, ground:4yr ⋅ __XOXO__ ⋅ r/bikewrench
How do i prevent this uneven wear on my brake pads on my next pair? Also, the disc rotor ground into the metal on one pad, the rotor isnt showing any damage, is it ok to still use it?3yr ⋅ YouDontLookSpiritual ⋅ r/bikewrench
Looking to buy my first carbon-framed bike. Seller says this is the only scratch on it. Should I be concerned?2yr ⋅ amxmlbsuperbird ⋅ r/bikewrench
Can this style of rear brake be mounted in the traditional position on a new frame?4yr ⋅ Mr_N_Obody ⋅ r/bikewrench
The bloke i bought this bike off has grinded the surface of the rear wheel to help braking. While I know the braking force is good, it creates a horrendous squeaking nose. Do i need a new wheel to stop the squeaking? The brake pads are correctly adjusted.4yr ⋅ officialginge ⋅ r/bikewrench
Chain touching crank arm. This only happens with big ring in front and in the 11t. All the shifting is fine and the cassette is lined up with the jockey wheel. Thoughts? Bike is new and not wrecked.4yr ⋅ jumpertk ⋅ r/bikewrench
Is it still safe to ride? Look pretty worn and broke but I dont want to risk it. If it is safe, how long can i go until next replacement?3yr ⋅ NihongoTabemasen ⋅ r/bikewrench
Bike has a weird 11⁄4 threaded steerer, and the stem is too long. Any creative options?6mo ⋅ Orbidorpdorp ⋅ r/bikewrench
just thoroughly degreased my roadbike chain, it looks like this. cant get the brown stuff to go away, even after brushing it with a toothbrush. Im thinking its some surface rust, i haven't exactly been cleaning the chain regularly :p any thoughts?1yr ⋅ mighty_memer ⋅ r/bikewrench
Is this good routing ready for bar tape? Or do I make them pass on the other side? Worried about the shifter exit angle1yr ⋅ sovereigncitizenrob ⋅ r/bikewrench
Was browsing through bikes online and noticed that this cannondale MTB has a black square built into the seatube frame. What exactly is it?3yr ⋅ TheCrispOne1 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Do i clamp my carbon bike like this? or should at be at the top-tune?2yr ⋅ Affectionate_Yam6432 ⋅ r/bikewrench
IRL Photoshop. What's wrong, my tire or my tube? Bead is still properly seated on both sides.3yr ⋅ FlaminYung ⋅ r/bikewrench
Can't screw back in this bolt and now the handlebars are fully loose. Can't see anything to screw this back into.11mo ⋅ NeoXuri ⋅ r/bikewrench
What do you search to get covers/tape for this part of the handle bar?3yr ⋅ ReptileLigit ⋅ r/bikewrench
Upgraded tires to 2.2 from 2.0 and discovered that 18mm IW wheels were way too thin for this width of tire, and ended up debeading my front on my first ride. I want to upgrade to 25mm IW wheels, but I'm not sure what brands are good or where to start looking. Any budget suggestions (~$400)?3yr ⋅ amxmlbsuperbird ⋅ r/bikewrench
need advice on which components to upgrade and what to buy on a budget (info in comments)3yr ⋅ BusyDesk ⋅ r/bikewrench
Just replaced a punctured tube with a new one, is it okay to patch up the old one and use it as a spare? Or will the patch fall off after I let the air out and fold it up?2yr ⋅ DizzyFoundation7153 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Little brother gave me my late grandfathers trek he rescued from my uncle's scrapping habit. Other than tires obviously what should I do before it's road ready?2yr ⋅ cheeseburger149 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Late brothers bike, hasn't been used in a year and left outside. want to try and restore whatever got fucked up by being outside. I don't want to sell it or throw it away.4yr ⋅ Toregen103 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Bought a new bike and noticed a small hole in the top tube weld. Is this something to be concerned about in steel frame?4yr ⋅ jayfabric ⋅ r/bikewrench
Bought a brand new electric Carrera today and the gears are not changing found this on the floor2yr ⋅ DrexlerL ⋅ r/bikewrench
Loud click/creak noise whenever I pedal hard on my right crank. Any ideas of what it could be, or anyone have a similar problem? Input appreciated.3yr ⋅ bilbo-swagginsssss ⋅ r/bikewrench
Why doesn't this fit flush? Do I need a spacer? Or is it installed incorrectly? I just bought this 2010 specialized epic used3yr ⋅ RogressAllwise ⋅ r/bikewrench
My new bike just arrived! Does anyone have a favourite video to recommend on how to assemble it? Thanks in advance!4yr ⋅ BasenjiFart ⋅ r/bikewrench
I just had a crash the bike went sliding a few meters iis it safe? Carbon frame.2yr ⋅ dan7843292 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Spacers above stem on Orbea Orca. Is this temporarily ok to ride while I get my fit right?10mo ⋅ AccurateChemistry283 ⋅ r/bikewrench
This part came off while riding (dub spacer/dust guard) and wont thread back in, any clues or tips?2yr ⋅ xaviii_ ⋅ r/bikewrench
Is there some hacky way to center brakes like this? Mine always only moves on one side and the other side is dragging along the rim.2yr ⋅ oeliku ⋅ r/bikewrench
is there some trick to adjusting 80's cantilevers without becoming suicidal5yr ⋅ dudedidireallydothat ⋅ r/bikewrench
Was tuning the FD and nothing was working as expected... here’s why... so how did it happen?!?3yr ⋅ Email_404 ⋅ r/bikewrench
Installing shift cables on a bambino frame but the housing ends are to small for the cable stop/guides. Suggestions?1yr ⋅ AnyBarnacle9287 ⋅ r/bikewrench
My freehub is dead :(. Should I hire mechanic to replace my hub or just buy a new wheel? Any good deals right now? (700c, 36 spoke, rim brakes)5mo ⋅ jollyjogggers ⋅ r/bikewrench
What do I need at the top of the fork tube to compress it so it fit snug into with the headset? A compression plug/expansion plug wouldn't work because of the cross inside the carbon tube. I have a bit of play at the moment since there is no down-force applied. This is an old carbon frame.1yr ⋅ Therathos ⋅ r/bikewrench
