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Bike
Bits and Terminology Explained
Do people appear to speak
a different language when they talk to you about bikes and cycling?
Here's a brief explanation of bike bits and terminology so that
you can join in.
| 1. Gear Shifters / brake levers |
7. Down tube |
13. Chain stay |
| 2. Handlebar stem |
8. Front forks |
14. Seat stay |
| 3. Headset |
9. Front hub |
15. Front derailleur |
| 4. Top tube |
10. Chainset / chainrings |
16. Wheel rim |
| 5. Seat post |
11. Rear derailleur |
17. Spokes |
| 6. Seat tube |
12. Rear block |
18. Pannier rack |
Additional information
Behind the chainset, connecting the cranks, is the bottom bracket.
The rear block is sometimes referred to as the rear cassette.
The"black wires" leading from the handlebars are the
cable outers, inside of which are housed either your brake or gear
cables.
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