Clicking or bike creaks while pedaling or cycling can be annoying but also can mean an underlying mechanical problem. Noise can come from many components. Here are a few of the most common things to look for with a when we hear a click or ticking while pedaling but no noise while coasting and how to fix and eliminate the noise. We'll look at other causes of a noisy bike in our other videos including creaking, rubbing and squeaking bike noise.
A. Once every pedal revolution (i.e., once every time the pedals make a full rotation):
1. Clicking when in the big chainring: Have a friend hold the back of the bike up and turn the crank. Shift to the big chainring and smallest rear cog. Is the outer plate of the front derailleur arm hitting the crank arm? If so, shift to the small chainring and adjust by turning the outer limiting screw clockwise just an eighth of a turn.
2. You may have a loose or creaking pedal, loose chainring bolts, loose crank fixing bolt, or loose bottom bracket. Check with your shop when you get home.
B. Once every chain revolution (about every third time the pedals go around): Check the chain for a stiff link or bent or partially broken link. Have someone pick up the back of the bike while you turn the crank and shift to the smallest chainring and smallest cog to give your chain the most slack. Now pedal backwards slowly and look at the chain.
1. If you note a stiff link, work the link by pushing on the chain from side to side to get it to "release" (see video Release a stiff link).
2. If you find a bent or broken link and have a chain tool, the chain can be repaired, but, be careful not to ride in the big chain ring with the larger cogs now that the chain is shorter (or you'll lock-up the back derailleur and chain). Otherwise, time to call for help.
C. About 8 or 10 times for each pedal revolution (a click): Pick up the back of the bike and spin the crank. Look at the rear derailleur jockey wheels (you know those small black wheels that are part of the rear derailleur). If the chain appears to jump on and off the jockey wheel, one of the teeth of the jockey wheel may be worn or broken. Check with your shop.
D. Constant and Miscellaneous Noise:
1. Is your wheel installed crooked? Check that the wheel is not rubbing against the frame's chain stays. Is one brake pad rubbing against the wheel rim. See brake rubbing above.
2. Constant squeaking: Does your chain need oiling?
3. Clicking from your front or back wheel unrelated to any of the above: Tighten the quick release (this will make it harder to close the lever).
Most bike noise on a road bike or mountain bike can be prevented by proper bicycle maintenance, periodic lubrication of the chain and derailleur pivot points, greasing (or using anti-seize/carbon fiber compound) on bolts and seat post, bike cleaning especially after rain or muddy conditions, and repair or replacement of worn parts.
Bike Clicking When Pedaling
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