Does my brand new freewheel (Halo Clickster) need time to wear in?
07-07-14, 05:54 AM
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Does my brand new freewheel (Halo Clickster) need time to wear in?
Hi all, I have recently purchased a new rear wheel and freewheel for my single speed bike. The wheel runs absolutely perfectly and smooth however the freewheel is quite solid, for want of a better phrase. I have started riding it as I thought it may just need time to loosen up however I am not sure if this is the case? When I push the bike or take my feet off whilst riding the pedals continue to turn as if fixed. The ratchet mechanism does work if my feet are on the pedals whilst not pedalling however, I was wondering if this is simply a time heals all matter or if something is wrong with the freewheel? Thanks in advance! Tom
07-07-14, 06:21 AM
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I can't answer definitely but to me, that's just wrong, a freewheel is a freewheel and should behave as such. I'll wait for an expert to comment for sure but to me, this is a return to seller job.
07-07-14, 08:49 AM
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Sounds like the grease inside the mechanism is too thick. You could flush it out with solvent and replace it with e.g. 20 weight motor oil.
07-07-14, 09:12 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
Your chain may also be too tight.
07-07-14, 09:52 AM
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All freewheels have some drag in them such that the cranks will turn when they are unloaded and the rear wheel is rotated forward. As long as the freewheel will allow you to coast w/o noticeable resistance when you are riding the bike, it isn't a problem.
07-07-14, 06:24 PM
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I have an Echo freewheel with 108 points of engagement and it does the same thing, and hasn't changed in the couple years I've had it. There's a bit of drag, but I have no problem coasting with my feet on the pedals. I think it's pretty common for your Clickster, and other bmx/trials-type freewheels (with more points of engagement) to have some drag.
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