Have questions or want to discuss cycling? Join Now or Sign In to participate in the BikeRide community.

New: Take Part in the October Giveaway to Win the Qiolor TIGER Retro Electric Bike


Crank on my Rockhopper creaking?
#1
Hi got a 2011 rockhopper SL with shimano crank... i have never serviced a crank. But am a vehicle mechanic so happy to take on the job.

Whats likely to require attention when its creeking slightly when pedaling hard?
  Reply
#2
You most likely have a sealed Bottom Bracket , so no service is possible. Photos of BB would help. Creaking could be from other areas make sure all is tight especially pedals the seat and check the seat post.
Never Give Up!!!
  Reply
#3
First things to check are:
- remove, regrease threads, and reinstall pedals
- check tightness of crank arms onto BB
- check for side to side play in BB bearings
- If continues, might want to remove BB, check bearing smoothness (regrease threads and reinstall if bearings ok)
- creaks can also come from wheels, seatpost, seat, headset. The sounds tends to travel through the frame so it can be hard to pinpoint source. But the cranks are the most common cause and best place to start. This is a normal indicator of a loose crank which will damage the crank arm if ridden loose for long, so don't ignore...
  Reply
#4
Great response. Thank-you I will take some gear home tonight and have a look
And post some pics. Thanks Big Grin
  Reply


Possibly Related Threads...

Forum Jump:

[-]
10 Latest Posts
Moving in Style: Beyond Regular Transpor...
Today 03:01 PM
Bike bus
Today 01:29 PM
Great UK Cycle Camping Map, For E-Bikes,...
11-10-2024 06:55 AM
Cycling is Anti-Aging, But There's a Cat...
11-10-2024 06:48 AM
BAGGI 1936(?)
11-09-2024 10:24 AM
Do you have a four foot rule?
11-09-2024 10:10 AM
Trek domane tyre
11-08-2024 05:07 PM
Greetings!
11-08-2024 04:39 PM
Peugeot Nouveau Folder
11-08-2024 04:34 PM
Community Discussion Cycling Myths
11-07-2024 09:05 PM

[-]
Join BikeRide on Strava
Feel free to join if you are on Strava: www.strava.com/clubs/bikeridecom

[-]
Top 5 Posters This Month
no avatar 1. enkei
22 posts
no avatar 2. GirishH
17 posts
no avatar 3. Jesper
17 posts
no avatar 4. Flowrider
13 posts
no avatar 5. Talha
10 posts