Transmission is one of the most important components of a bicycle. It’s what moves the power from your legs to the wheels. It consists of many parts such as: crankset, chain, derailleurs, cassette/freewheel, gear hanger, gear cables/ wires, shifters and bottom bracket. For the best bike performance your transmission should be regularly checked, cleaned and maintained. Here at Cycle Maintenance Academy we cover all the aspects of bicycle transmission. We will help you to check and replace the chain, cassette or freewheel, jockey wheels on the rear mech and chainrings on your chainset. You will find out how to diagnose the gear problems and adjust them correctly.
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