Bicycle Chain Maintenance

!±8± Bicycle Chain Maintenance

A bicycle chain is known for failing at the worst time. This problem of a jumpy or jerky chain can be removed entirely, though, if you simply do some chain maintenance on it regularly. This means that you check your chain at least two times per month or after you ride it about 10 hours if you ride quite a bit. You also want to be sure to do a chain check if you have been riding in bad weather.

You should replace your chain if it is rusted, tight, worn out, or you have ridden more than 1000 miles on it. A new chain with 24 links should measure 12 inches and if it is too long even by 1/16 of an inch, then you want to replace it so that it does not damage the chain ring or sprocket. If you are replacing the chain rings or sprocket, then you need to go ahead and replace the chain so that you do not damage the new chain rings and sprocket.

The metal parts of the chain do not really stretch, but the chain does get longer because of the sleeves and pins wear and tear. Lubricating the chain regularly will help the chain to last longer. If you want to lubricate correctly, then you will want to put just a lubricant drop into each chain pin. This may take you a little time, but it will be well worth it when you increase the life of your chain.

Leave the lubricant on the chain for about 15 minutes and then wipe the excess off with a clean cloth. This will help to keep the chain from catching dirt and grime while riding. It will also keep your chain in tip-top condition.

If you need to clean your bicycle chain, then you can use a degreaser or dish soap. This is a great way to remove lubricant, grime, and grease to help your chain to work better. After you clean it, remember to lubricate it again. You should put the cleaner on the center of the cleaning cloth or sponge and then place it around the chain. By backpedaling, you should clean the chain sufficiently. Make sure that you rinse the rag each turn until you do not get any more dirt on it.

Leave the chain on the bicycle when you are cleaning it to keep it from becoming weaker. While you are getting the chain clean, then you can inspect it for any links that may be too tight. A tight chain can cause the chain to jump and jerk. If you find a link that is tight, then you can loosen it by flexing it between two points that are located at about give links away from the tight link. If you cannot loosen it, then you will have to replace the chain. Keeping your bike chain lubricated and clean will help it to last much longer and work much better.

If your chain seems to be making some noise and cleaning does not stop the noise, then you will have to replace it. If pedaling becomes difficult, then it will be time for a chain change as well. By paying attention to detail and maintenance, then you will have a bike chain that you can use for a long time.

Bicycle Chain Maintenance

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!±8± Vélos, accessoires cascade vélo, équipement du cycliste

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Portland Century 2009 Part III of III

!±8± Portland Century 2009 Part III of III

Please note: For 2011 the course is reversed, all climbs will be descents and all descents climbs. So instead of mile 65 to the end, Part III is actually the first 35 miles, in reverse order. Mile 65 to the end. "The Beast", a semi-recumbent tandem, comes off the bench and substitutes for the road bike at Mile 70. Then it's a flat, windy ride along the Columbia into downtown Portland with a wonderful party at the end of the trail. Whether you do the 25, 50 or 100 mile version, I highly recommend this ride.

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Used Tandem Bicycles

!±8± Used Tandem Bicycles

Used tandem bicycles are an affordable option to buying one new. You can usually save between 50 and 75 percent off list price by buying a tandem that has been used. However, before you buy a used bike it is important that you examine it.

First of all look at its appearance. Look for paint chips, rust spots, missing accessories, dents and scratches. If the bike looks overly worn then chances are the mechanics are also going to be in bad shape. Next you will want to examine the bike's mechanics. Make sure the timing chain is making both cranks turn at the same time, that the steering is easy to use and that the bike can be peddled easily. Also test the shifting. Remember to try all of the gears. Finally, when you are test riding the tandem, make sure that the bike doesn't wobble, that the frame doesn't flex and the ride is relatively smooth.

Before buying a used tandem bicycle you will also want to do a little background research on the models you are interested in. First of all you will want to make sure that there is a user's manual or repair manual still available. This will help you to diagnose and fix common problems that tandems can develop. Next you will want to make sure that your tandem is common enough to make finding parts easy to do.

The final consideration that you will want to make before selecting a used tandem bicycle to buy is the type of tandem you are interested in. There are several types to choose from including upright tandems, recumbent tandems, tricycle tandems and bicycle tandems. Base your selection on the number of people that will be using the tandem, by the ages of the tandem riders and the style of biking you and your family are most comfortable with.

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