Creaking in the cranks
03-01-06, 10:47 AM
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Creaking in the cranks
Hello
I have a Giant VT2 and when I pedal their is a creaking noise comming from the cranks. The noise is constant but only when I'm pedaling. Is this normal? if not what steps should I take to identify then fix the problem. The noise doesn't happen when the bike is in a work stand it only creaks while I ride it. My cranks are RaceFace Evolve XC ISIS Splined, 22/32/44T.
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I have a Giant VT2 and when I pedal their is a creaking noise comming from the cranks. The noise is constant but only when I'm pedaling. Is this normal? if not what steps should I take to identify then fix the problem. The noise doesn't happen when the bike is in a work stand it only creaks while I ride it. My cranks are RaceFace Evolve XC ISIS Splined, 22/32/44T.
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03-01-06, 12:17 PM
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search this forum, been there done that drill.
tighten and grease; pedals, bottom bracket, crank bolts. Aklso check your chainring bolts.
tighten and grease; pedals, bottom bracket, crank bolts. Aklso check your chainring bolts.
03-02-06, 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted by capwater
tighten and grease; pedals, bottom bracket, crank bolts. Aklso check your chainring bolts.
03-02-06, 02:44 PM
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I once had that creaking sound coming from the cranks. It turned out to be an out-of-adjustment at the rear derailleur.
03-02-06, 02:53 PM
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Check the torque on the BB, then grease the splines and tighten the crankarms. Then tighten the pedals and cleats (if applicable).
03-02-06, 03:20 PM
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Don't assume that it is the cranks too easily as it may be the sideways forces on the frame or wheels that's causing the noise so look elsewhere also.
