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Freehub: a ratcheting assembly onto which a cog or cassette is mounted that allows the bicycle to coast without the pedals turning; Freewheel: a ratcheting assembly that incorporates one or more cogs and allows the bicycle to coast without the pedals turning; Gusset: plates added to the outsides of frame tubes to strengthen joints.
This mountain bicycle features oversized tires, a full-suspension frame, two disc brakes and handlebars oriented perpendicular to the bike's axis. A time trial racing bicycle A Half Wheeler trailer bike at the Golden Gate Bridge Working bicycle in Amsterdam, Netherlands A BMX bike, an example of a bicycle designed for sport A racing upright bicycle A recumbent bicycle Diagram of a bicycle A ...
An exploded-view drawing is a diagram, picture, schematic or technical drawing of an object, that shows the relationship or order of assembly of various parts. [1]It shows the components of an object slightly separated by distance, or suspended in surrounding space in the case of a three-dimensional exploded diagram.
English: A diagram comparing two types of rear bicycle hubs, freehub, and threaded hub, both with adjustable cup and cone bearing systems. The image is cut away to show the axle and bearing system, and labelled in English.
Bicycles that are going to be used in abusive applications, such as freeride and BMX, will often incorporate a very heavy-duty chain guard that is designed to protect the chainrings from physical damage caused by impact with fixed objects; also called 'bashguards', these commonly replace a third (large) chainring.
A disadvantage is that assembly and disassembly of press-fit bottom bracket bearings require expensive special equipment. [12] [13] [14] Some hobby-mechanics assemble and disassemble themselves using simple hand-tools, but there is a certain risk that the frame may become damaged. Another disadvantage is that many users report that they start ...
English: A simple diagram of a road bicycle drivetrain, derailleurs, right crank, and outline of the frame. I've traced a photo of my road bike, with a mostly Shimano parts: a 600 rear derailleur, 8 speed cassette, 105 octalink double crank, and 105 front derailleur.
A quick release skewer is a mechanism for attaching a wheel to a bicycle. It consists of a rod threaded on one end and with a lever operated cam assembly on the other. The rod is inserted into the hollow axle of the wheel, a special nut is threaded on, and the lever is closed to tighten the cam and secure the wheel to the fork.