Should I be worried?
06-11-10, 06:04 PM
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Should I be worried?
I have a single geared (freewheel), if I rotate the rear wheel forward fast enough the crank goes forward as well but just a little.
I assume something is out of place or needs to be lubed.
I assume something is out of place or needs to be lubed.
06-11-10, 06:09 PM
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This is normal for the freewheel to have a little drag. It wont hurt to oil it, especially it it's old or has been ridden a lot in the rain. As long as it doesn't bind up and the pawls engage properly when you pedal forward, it's not a problem.
06-11-10, 07:15 PM
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The freewheel is the least important set of bearings on a bike. If it starts pushing your feet when you coast (it won't) or if it makes too much noise, oil/grease/replace the freewheel, otherwise don't worry.
