Should I index front or rear derailleur first?
Do the rear first. You won’t be able to pedal the drivetrain in any gear other than the smallest cog otherwise. The adjustment of the front will depend on being able to get the chain not to rub on the front der cage as you run the chain across the cassette in back.
What number gear should I use going uphill on a bike?
For reference, on your left shifter, gear 1 is for steep hills, 2 is for flat ground and 3 is for downhill biking, if your bike has a third gear. For many road bikes, gear 1 is for uphill and flat surfaces transitioning to uphill, and gear 2 is for downhill and flat surfaces transitioning to downhill.
What does gear indexing mean?
If the gears on your bike are properly indexed, each single click of the shifter will cause a single shift up or down the gears, front or rear. If you find you’re skipping a gear or that your shifting is getting stuck, then there’s a good chance you need to adjust your indexing.
What gear should I use on a flat road?
High Gear. This one is great for descending, accelerating, or for use when you want to go nice and fast on a flat road. In a high gear, you travel a long way for each turn of the pedal.
What is a good gear ratio for hill climbing?
If you don’t want to stray out too far, a 46/17 to 42/17 are good gear ratios for smaller and occasional hills. These gear rates are considered a good middle ground that can be used in flat and hilly areas. However, they are not suitable for climbing very steep or long hills.
How do I know when to adjust my gear indexing?
If you find you’re skipping a gear or that your shifting is getting stuck, then there’s a good chance you need to adjust your indexing. Indexing problems can be caused by cable stretch, which is a normal part of the bedding-in process for new bikes or cables. Check that a bent or damaged rear derailleur isn’t to blame first.
When should I adjust the indexing on my bike?
If you find you’re skipping a gear or that your shifting is getting stuck, then there’s a good chance you need to adjust your indexing. Indexing problems can be caused by cable stretch, which is a normal part of the bedding-in process for new bikes or cables.
How do you adjust the gears on a mountain bike derailleur?
Push the derailleur into the largest cog and adjust the ‘L’ limit screw. Push on the derailleur to manually shift up to the highest gear possible – this should take you to the second or third biggest ring on the cassette.
Is it easy to re-index gears?
As long as there is no damage to the derailleurs or cables, it is very easy to re-index your gears to get them changing smoothly again. Some riders can do this as they ride along, but it’s best to do it on a bike stand first time, until you are familiar with the process.