Is this normal...
AntG
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Just got a new road bike and had a few quick questions as it's been a good few years since I've owned/ridden one;
Is it normal for the bike to make alot of noise when freewheeling? The noise stops when pedalling, but is very apparent when you stop pedalling and freewheel or when pushing the bike - the bike is kitted with Ultegra throughout (Fulcrum 7 wheels)
I've never used STI levers before and that's taking a while to get used to - I have found myself jumping up and down the gears alot more than I remember with my old road bike - in fact the gears don't seem especially well 'tuned' and I've noticed some slipping already (only 60 miles done) - is this something to do with original set-up or my gear changing skills - if the former can I sort myself or something the local bike shop should look at for me? (my mechanic skills are best rated as 'beginner')
It's only happened twice, but I did noticed an element of 'juddering' when applying the brakes towards the bottom of a fairly average descent - I thought this might be something to do with the headset being loose (though I checked before setting off and afterwards and it seems fine) - any ideas?
Any help on the above would be welcomed!
Is it normal for the bike to make alot of noise when freewheeling? The noise stops when pedalling, but is very apparent when you stop pedalling and freewheel or when pushing the bike - the bike is kitted with Ultegra throughout (Fulcrum 7 wheels)
I've never used STI levers before and that's taking a while to get used to - I have found myself jumping up and down the gears alot more than I remember with my old road bike - in fact the gears don't seem especially well 'tuned' and I've noticed some slipping already (only 60 miles done) - is this something to do with original set-up or my gear changing skills - if the former can I sort myself or something the local bike shop should look at for me? (my mechanic skills are best rated as 'beginner')
It's only happened twice, but I did noticed an element of 'juddering' when applying the brakes towards the bottom of a fairly average descent - I thought this might be something to do with the headset being loose (though I checked before setting off and afterwards and it seems fine) - any ideas?
Any help on the above would be welcomed!
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Freewheel noise depends on your hub. Some are silent, some are renowned for being very noisy.
It's not unusual for cables to stretch etc on new bikes as things bed in. Most bike shops will offer you a free service within the first 6 weeks to tighten things up for you. I'd take it back to where you bought it from and ask them. Adjusting the gears is not a difficult thing to do yourself but on a brand-new quailty bike, you probably shouldn't have to.
Fork judder on braking - you didn't get a Tricross did you by any chance? Nice bike, but suffers a bit from that. You get used to it, but can reduce it by adjusting your brakes slightly or replacing the pads. Doesn't really affect brake performance but can be a bit disconcerting.0 -
thanks rhext - appreciate your time to post a reply
It's actually the Racing Sportive from Ribble, so taking back to them will be a pain!
Hub is Ultegra - was just surprised how noisy it is compared to my old 105's.0 -
Hi Ant - if your sportive (v nice by the way) has fulcrum 7s then the hubs will be fulcrum ones as part of the wheelset - they have a definitely loud clack but they are good wheels, just keep pedalling
"I get paid to make other people suffer on my wheel, how good is that"
--Jens Voight0 -
thanks ed - will take heed and keep the pedals turning 0
