Bicycle Troubleshooting: Fix Common Problems
The first step towards a working Bicycle is identifying the problem. Select one of our preferred guides below to diagnose and solve Bicycle common issues.
Bicycle Back Wheel Wobbles
This page is designed to assist cyclists of all levels in identifying, diagnosing, and resolving problems causing unwanted wobbling in their bike's back wheel.
Bicycle Hard to Pedal
The bike is harder to pedal than it should be, even in low gears.
Bicycle Front Wheel Wobbles
This page is designed to assist cyclists of all levels in identifying, diagnosing, and resolving problems causing unwanted wobbling in their front wheel.
Bicycle Cranks Loose
When pedaling you feel some wobble in the crank arm and pedals. If you apply lateral force to the crank arms while off the bike, they wiggle in a way they aren't supposed to.
Bicycle Brakes Not Working
Even when brakes are fully pressed, your bike doesn't slow down fast enough for your liking.
Bicycle Chain Slips
When pedaling, your chain will slip and skip, resulting in lost footing, lost gears, and lost fun.
Bicycle Seat Post Stuck in Frame
There are several methods depending on how stuck your seat post is, what your frame is made out of, and what is your seat post made out of. This will dictate the method that you will use.
Bicycle Brakes Squeaking
Your bicycle brakes are squeaking and squealing, either just when you're using them or constantly while riding your bike.
Bicycle Chain Keeps Coming Off
Your bike chain slipped off the gears. Then it happened again, and again.
Bicycle Disc Brakes Squeaking
Your bicycle's disc brakes are making a squeaking sound, either just while in use or constantly while riding your bike.
Bicycle Pedals Don't Make Bike Move
You pedal forwards, but your bike doesn't move. The pedals provide no forward acceleration.
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