Without a chain your bike is just an expensive scooter, so here’s how to fit and remove your chain with a quick link - or without one - to make repair or servicing super simple. If you are looking for ...

If your bicycle chain is rusty, an easy way to get rid of surface rust is to pour lime juice on a piece of steel wool and scrub the rusty areas. The citric acid in the juice will react with the iron ...

No matter how much you try to avoid it, grease from your bike chain always seems to make it on to your pants. And before you know it, some of that grease has rubbed off on your sofa. Yikes! No need to ...

Ever heard of a “digital drive” bike? It might seem like a strange concept, but several companies are developing commercial offerings that use electronics instead of a bike chain to power a bicycle’s ...

The first step in determining whether your bike chain needs replacing is to recognize the warning signs. Here are some common indicators: Excessive Wear: If your chain has stretched beyond its ...

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