How To Remove And Fit Road Bicycle Wheels

[@gcntech]

Has this video helped you? Let us know what other maintenance videos you'd like to see us make in the comments 👇

[@timcappiello8295]

It's not maintenance but, can you do a video where you review different power meter (best value, cheapest...)? Thanks for the vids 👍

[@Soraviel]

Yep, it is essential indeed.

[@neilcampion5265]

Yes. I always struggled with the back and this is really clear. Thanks.

[@HanOfGod13]

I've always had a problem removing and putting back the rear wheel, now I've seen Ollie's method, this should be a thing of the past. Can I ask, when putting the rear wheel back on with a QR, how do you ensure it is centered correctly? Sometimes i get rubbing on my disc rotors, and i keep playing with the quick release until it stops, but is there a surefire way so i don't have to fiddle so much? #AskGCNTech

[@abchaplin]

At 10:57, I think Ollie has it wrong when it comes to "nutted" wheels. Only one wrench or spanner is needed because, on each side, the wheel is clamped by the nut to the dropout against the cone's locknut.

[@ntglf467]

There are so many „experienced“ riders who think that this video is a joke. I‘m not a newbie but I‘m really glad that GCN makes those basic videos for newbies to include and integrate them even more to this sport!

[@vsaucenou323]

@James Smith As a 14 year old member of Generation Z, I agree with this statement.

[@Kimberly_Sparkles]

@@vsaucenou323 This is hilarious, but you realize this guys' probably your parents' age if he's not a Millennial.

[@Kimberly_Sparkles]

I am a newbie and I can puzzle some stuff out with my basic skills, but there are specific things I know zip about. I appreciate these videos.

[@Neohurricane]

If it gives someone confidence then why not. Anyone who already knows everything but watched anyway must have a crush on Ollie :-)

[@Kimberly_Sparkles]

@@Neohurricane haha! I know about how to use tools, but doesn't mean I know about bike mechanics. Biggest mistake you can make is not learning the basic stuff when you start because you assume all your knowledge transfers.

[@tmbmtl]

I really enjoy these beginner's video. Covid has seen an explosion in bike sales. So, we're talking about tons of newbies who are looking into the biking culture (Been a cyclist for 57 years). A bunch of regulars are bitching about this. Screw them! These are necessary and Oliie nailed the subject. Kudos to GCN.

[@Kimberly_Sparkles]

I appreciate these videos.

[@DoNuT_1985]

Not just that, I think these are good tutorials for everybody. After 3+ years of riding, I was still afraid of changing tubes and pinched a few of them. Finally, watching Manon's tutorial and did it in one go after just 5 minutes without tyre levers and no problem whatsever.

[@elmerrichardson6413]

@@DoNuT_1985 I too have become pretty good at putting tires on rims without levers.

[@Casperdroid5]

Wellllll... It's also a cheap way to make a lot of easy money...

[@tmbmtl]

@@Casperdroid5 Nothing is easy about making a video of this quality. If there are so many promoted vid on GCN, it's so they can barely survive. Easy money... Too be so young yet so dumb.

[@wiggieben]

I’ve only been riding 45 years...one day I’ll remember to put chain on smallest cog before removing rear wheel 😫

[@Mixedbydavey]

😂

[@ezghthrt7733]

Many thanks for this helpful step-by-step clip! As an educator by trade and as an bicycle enthusiast with little knowledge and two left hands, youtube is both a blessing and a curse. It's filled up to the brim with (often well meant) instruction videos that don't take the viewers' abilities into account. This one was a fresh breath of air! I'd love to see a good how-to about fitting tight tires on rims step-by-step. It drives me nuts!

[@hawkeye5035]

I don’t think the springs on a QR are there to “create tension when you close the QR lever”, but rather to center the skewer so that the wheel is easier to put back in... otherwise, bravo GCN!

[@finelytunedrideftr1932]

And also make sure the springs the fitted the right way!

[@sethmichael8188]

What if you lost one 🤔

[@BartoszRybacki0]

What is the right way? It's the spring supposed to be between wheel and dropout, or between dropout and the lever ?​@@finelytunedrideftr1932

[@geecee69]

I'm a Covid biker, eg. someone who hasn't ridden or purchased a bike in years. My new bike was delivered today, first time having to fit a wheel or deal with a disc brake, and this video was a godsend. Thank you.

[@TheWaxChainFanClub]

Thanks Ollie. I'd also like to congratulate whoever built the workbench, great job!

[@stevenrylance2413]

I‘m like a lot of people watching these videos, I'm not a newbie but I am really pleased that GCN makes these basic videos for people like me and newbies, it ensures we are all integrated into the fantastic sport of cycling.

[@marijnstruijlaart1904]

As an addition. Campagnolo rim brakes don't have a release on the brakes themselves. There is however a pin on the shifters you can move to loosen the brake tension so the wheel can be removed

[@oynamaqe892]

I just made a comment about this. All I need to do is pull firmly as I have 23c tyres. Thank you for the information!

[@gethind-j2390]

Standard for GCN to ignore Campagnolo.

[@GregLanz]

Indeed, a much better design as if you forget to close the brake release you still have brakes with Campagnolo, with Shimano, not so much

[@willhogarth9945]

People with Campagnolo don't change their own wheels, they have the butler do it for them :D ;)

[@ukestjohn]

I wouldn't know. My Campagnolo brakes are all from the 70's and 80's and they have their releases on the callipers. They work fine. By the way, at one time, my friends and I would adjust the cables so that the brakes ran well in the "open" position. When we went for cafe stops , we would "close" the releases, providing a convenient locking mechanism that stopped someone from riding away on the bike. Then again, no one wanted to steal a racing bike in the 70's or 80's.

[@zennor_man]

Have recently got back into cycling & found this really helpful. For the record my bike has disc brakes & I so wish I had rim brakes fitted. Many thanks..have subbed!

[@mikes1984]

Never had an issue putting in or removing the rear wheel till i started using the new shadow rear derailleurs (9100 dura ace, 8000 ultegra etc) - barely enough room even with the RD pulled back to clear the cassette

[@alexanderh.9230]

mikes1984 i have the exact same struggle :/

[@msironen]

Yep, getting the wheel back on with my R9100 RD is a huge pain in the backside compared to anything else I own.

[@dan_lazaro]

Oh good lord I was about to upgrade into a 105 R7000 rd from my R3000 Sora one. Guess I'll go 5800 then.

[@matthewkiddle9419]

I just came here to see how its possible to make this subject last 11 minutes

[@THEoldgreydude]

Yes yes it is i was shocked too

[@leslie7922]

same lmao (youtube algorithm)

[@inlovewithgoats1092]

Because this video is obviously meant for beginner cyclists who still need detailed instructions?

[@shakazulu5970]

This guy explains everything really well! Thank you and keep this up.

[@pina7352]

So many tips and tricks this channel has produced! Fantastic works ! Love you guys for sharing this video and others too ! Million thank you 😊

[@fast_daz]

This might just top the “how to fit a bottle cage” video. Top effort GCN.

[@jasonjohnson9072]

Even in these basic vids there is info that people don’t know about. Also I know people who would need to watch a vid like this to get a wheel off.

[@teunluijbregts2533]

I agree. Technically relevant, non biased and clearly explained - great 👍💪

[@PsyX99]

Useful topic for newbie. Very important.

[@uzboi8777]

I learned that the lever of the quick release should be on the non drive side wdym

[@mt24Carson]

Knew how to remove front wheel...did not know how to remove rear wheel.

[@Twodaae]

Very detailed and perfect for anyone to learn how to remove and fit wheels! Cheers!

[@andrewiliffe2574]

Just had a new bike with a through axle which is completely new to me as my old bike was "very old". So this video was very useful in reassuring me of how to properly undo the wheel.

[@trevorhird3790]

Really good little video. Always have trouble getting the rear wheel off and now I know why! Change gear first. Realise that’s totally obvious now. Isn’t that always the way... thanks

[@_ben_sweet]

11 minutes is more impressive than anything here😂

[@jackappan1990]

Best advice ever on removing tires from the cycle . Thanks mate

[@rossyhead69]

Perfect timing! Thinking about making my first upgrade to my bike which is going to be new wheels so this will be handy. A video on how to instal new wheels and put the cassette on etc etc and the chain plus what to navigate when choosing new ones would be even more perfect!

[@MeFreeBee]

There's a lot of riders out there who think the brake calliper release lever is there to fine tune gap between the block and the rim. I hope some of them are watching this.

[@Kimberly_Sparkles]

@Dany AL So they were going to a costume party?

[@albr4]

yup, it's there to release the brakes and clear the tyre when you pull it out, also if you get a buckled wheel in a crash it will allow the wheel to turn without rubbing and you can continue riding.

[@stephenturkLA]

4:03 you don't need to "undo" the rear QR. The only reason you need to undo the front is because of the "lawyer tabs" on the forks, which are designed to provide an extra layer of security in case the front QR is not tightened properly.

[@albr4]

I usually have to, it's easier to get the chain around the axle when it's not installed.

[@luisdecastro5581]

These are useful for beginner's. Ya'll should stop complaining. 😂

[@olive4naito]

I realized that aside from these videos teaching newbies like me, they also serve the important purpose of giving some people the chance to brag about how they were born inside a toolbox. Some people are born "tools".

[@teunluijbregts2533]

This is most useful tech related video from you guys in ages 👍

[@idaf5244]

Cool cool - now all I need is the actual strength to lift my bike with one hand, second hand pulling on the derailleur, and a third to maneuver the wheel in place. Joking aside these videos are appreciated by me and no doubt many more relative newbies of varying degrees!

[@Lastchance2030]

great video thank you! you gave some good points on what to do with the bike once you remove your rear wheel. depending where I am at and the surface I am on and if I am by myself, I usually turn my bike upside down (handlebar and seat on the ground). I know some will think that it might scratch the handlebar tape and the seat. however, I never, ever had that issue. just another option. CHEERS!

[@vincenthawkins5823]

Are you a teacher? If not why not. Brilliant video. Thanks for the tips.

[@_SpaceDad]

I enjoyed this soo much, I watched it again.

[@shisuiuchiha1220]

so.???

[@stevenrylance2413]

Great tips on the back wheel.

[@pattpattmd3846]

Thank you so much for making videos for newbies like me

[@gcntech]

Hope you found it helpful!

[@ipfishing1466]

Top video mate just started cycling and this really helps Just subscribed

[@jamesparkin7322]

My Cervélo R3 has a through axle but with a 1/4 turn lock. Also turns out it can only go in one way up - as I’ve now found out to my cost after replacing and inner tube. Now waiting for a new through axle from Germany!

[@graemewoodward]

Any extra tips dealing with electronic rear derailleurs, particularly SRAM eTAP (Force)? While I've been taking wheels on and off mechanical shifting road and mountain bikes for years, with both rim and disc brakes - no trouble - I'm finding it quite fiddly with the eTAP + discs to refit the wheel. The rear derailleur doesn't easily rotate back (almost like there is a clutch like on modern mountain groupsets). It is easier if I drop the chain off the front chainring onto the BB housing, but I'm sure that shouldn't be necessary.

[@GregLanz]

Campagnolo brake releases are on the brake levers where they should be

[@CASSY501]

So helpful!!! Thank you so much!

[@andreal1647]

What a nice bike! I'm jealous 👍

[@kapuzinerus]

5:32 why did you choose to shoot from the angle where the hand is covering the whole process?

[@Martin-lo7tm]

Thanks, good for a professional mech to confirm I was doing it right!

[@timcappiello8295]

It's not maintenance but, can you do a video where you review different power meter (best value, cheapest...)? Thanks for the vids 👍

[@henkki1000]

They dont do reviws. They will just recommend whatever their sponsor is. Go to gplama.com instead.

[@BTcycle]

A good DIY video goes a long way.

[@davidbianic4350]

Ollie, you skipped the part where you re-install the rear wheel (thru-axle) for repetition sake I guess, but it's actually quite a pain in the a... to fiddle with the rear mech because of the disc wheel, compared to reinstalling a rim brake rear wheel. Or may be I just clumsy-handed...

[@Kocan7]

How the hell it's 11 minutes video, is there James May?

[@tomato12terra]

well done, thanks!

[@sagarubharecreativity]

do quick release affect the position of rim brakes ? I just noticed that after tightening the quick release the gap between the breaks and the rim on the front wheel is different at both endes is it fine ?

[@arfarzam]

Which one is more trouble free for disc brakes? Quick release or thru axle? I know some people complain about having to adjust disc brake alignment frequently after putting back the wheel on.

[@ultrarunningdan]

You should do a video on rear wheel removal/fit with a bike with horizontal dropouts, and without touching the chain.

[@Wildschwein_Jaeger]

Campagnolo brake release is on the brake levers.

[@MKV1196]

You guys should also remake the video about servicing a headset but now for the fully integrated version (2020 bikes)

[@edgargo3068]

Thank you very much

[@carlmullender2941]

TKU, all these years I have struggled with the rear mech - maybe no more :-)

[@allyourcode]

Can you replace a lever-free through axle with a lever-equipped one?

[@PedalLutut]

Which direction is the best way to place the quick release lever? horizontal or vertical?

[@bengt_axle]

In line with the frame so that it The usual position in the rear is with the end between the seat and chain stays; in front lined up with the fork or pointing back, but never towards the front.

[@loverjoeyable]

Thank you guru, that was fantastic review and knowledge that I just learned from you, I know how do the rim bike, but I just purchased a brand new carbon road bike with disk break, so I did not know how properly to release the tire in case I have a flat tire during my ride. I usually ride very far like 40 to 50 or even 100 miles on weekend usually I’m ride very far where no bike shop around, since I have this brand new disk break. I’m have not use to it? Although everything in the bike is pretty new including the anti puncture tires the high end one but it doesn’t mean it can not be puncture it, so yeah…you reviewed excellently. Thank you from Southern California bike love since I was very young boy, now I’m 65 I haven’t yet stop riding it, I even feel that I have a lot power that came from riding it for all this years. As people say I’m just like an old engine. Is hard to startup but when it does started I just keep further and further regardless if it’s rain or high wind or extreme hot sunny day. once I on the bike it pushed me to another level. It’s because I’m passionate about and it’s also my only sport that I love so much. To be it’s a pleasure and in the same talking, it’s a self meditation kinda thing that keep myself peace and happiness and calmness. Pure joy ride. Thank you for uploading cycling stuff you guys are truly professional and expert, I have Watch your videos for years regarding everything related bike and sport race snd doping scandal 11:44 , Torio French, Giro, la Puerta, and tour down under. And many others

[@takareon]

I'm a newbie to all of this, but is it possible to convert a 7 speed to 8, 9 even if I change the tyres?

[@ChrisAllendigitaldesign]

What kind of axle do they have in the scissors at the barbers??

[@mrsmith4662]

Good sensible stuff!

[@solefreak2]

Really should’ve of demo’d the removal and attachment of the through axle with disc.. found that to be the worst for getting the wheel back on due to the disc/rotor getting in the way!

[@rasmuswi]

When did frames for quick release get those "lawyer lips"? Every rim brake bike I've ever owned have had wheels that fell right out as soon as the lever was released, with no need to touch that nut on the other side.

[@daytch9485]

OK ,so for the quick release being on the left side, aside from obviously the rear why can't you have the lever on the right side on the front? Is it so it won't unscrew if left loose?

[@bengt_axle]

No, it won’t. It is just one of those cycling rules, like sock length.

[@grimp53]

In the case of the rear QR there's normally no need to undo the nut at the right side. The wheel comes out as meant by Signore Tullio C. In the 90s the front fork has been messed with by US lawyers through the addition of lawyer lips to require the counter-productive opening of the front QR.

[@DoNuT_1985]

Shouldn't most rim brake models have an adjustment knob to untighten the brake cable, usually enough to get the wheel off comfortably? My 2005 Campa Chorus has it, and the modern 105, too (in addition to the lever). I personally find that more convenient than deflating, wouldn't that still be a squeeze as the tyre might even get wider without pressure? Never tried, to be honest...

[@connieroero8963]

Ty

[@YugoZex]

GCN guys I need answer. For a long time I am asking my self, is front and rear wheel distance important and what is gaining by reducing a distance? All race bikes have shorter wheel distance than mountain bikes. Different geometry, or ... I understand weight and material but this is a puzzle for me. Can you make a video about it? Thanks...

[@Ice_smooth55]

Will a quick release wheel fit on a nutted axle bike??

[@carolynrodgers3841]

Where was the bike made?

[@sleepdeprived9181]

Your hair is majestic

[@chrismichaelmoore]

Two days ago there was a story on the local news here in Japan about a silicone assist pedal aimed at casual riders. Five silicone rubber pads in the front hub absorb energy when pressed hard that is released in the dead zones of the pedal stroke similar to a Q/oval ring. This made me wonder, while electrical assist is obviously banned, would silicone rubber or similar mechanical assist be banned in a pro race?

[@chrismichaelmoore]

The name of the pedals for those curious is “Free Power”. Here’s a story in Japanese. There are pictures explaining the principle. b4c.jp/free-power/

[@carelax1555]

Had a friend try to help me replace an inner tube. Messed up my front brakes almost to the point of useless or not being able to turn.

[@TheMsaidmy]

Thank alot..., i make my life easier!!..

[@sguenette65]

I am always surprised at all these tips (basic stuff) are ignored by somewhat experienced riders. Removing rear wheel while on big cog... skewer on the wrong side, brake releases open....and then have to deflate tyre to remove the wheel... So, those are useful tips.... hope my friends watch this... they probably don’t...

[@stevenshaw6766]

A little revision never hurt anyone.

[@TGShunai]

Imagine making an 11 minute video about this subject lol. That's an achievement in itself.

[@manfredmuench2657]

So how do you repair that puncture with a bike in your hand? Much easier to turn the bike upside down, especially for the rear wheel.

[@ivi_lDgaming]

Rim Brakes maintenance

[@fireoil]

Thank you. Being from nuts and feel dumb to actually made it

[@ctmorrison]

no mention of locator lugs on rear axel when refitting wheel

[@markstone5390]

Next video, how to pump up your tyres followed by how to deflate them.

[@marksmith566]

Mark Stone Not before - how to remove dust caps I hope!

[@markstone5390]

@@marksmith566 perfect 👌

[@markwhite5796]

It would have been good if you had demonstrated putting a rear thru axle wheel back on. I find that much harder than with quick release.

[@Hebbs]

Slow day in the GCN production department??

[@Tombrosapien]

I had my rear wheel replaced by my local bike garage, for some reason my new wheel was fitted with a bolted axle instead of the original quick release… 😑

[@look5000]

I have to admit, and I know this is frowned upon, but I have always found it a lot easier to remove the rear wheel by turning the bike upside down first. I just try not to do it on pavement so I don't scratch the saddle.

[@slwsnowman4038]

QR are my least favorite. I either get them too tight or not tight enough (they feel loose, they haven't ever been, but they certainly felt it). I'd take the nuts and bolts one over QR. Thru-axle seems more moron proof and therefore, probably more my style.

[@Rinusinus]

Tip from experience: do not tighten up to 20Nm. You will never be able to loosen it with a multitool when having a flat on route. Tighten to whatever you can loosen with your multitool!

[@tsc4842]

Why in the f*** did you ever think 20nm is good for a wheel.

[@Rinusinus]

@@tsc4842 9:25 in this video: "sometimes they have a recommended torque setting, this one says 20Nm." Well so did mine... And I agree with you now that I've learned: 20Nm is way too much.

[@grimp53]

@@Rinusinus Seen on the TdF when the team mechanic was not able to undo the through-axle. (Don't remember the team.)

[@ricky7396]

Think 16nm max for most I go for 12nm.

[@hungrybull9936]

ride hard,ride safe

[@dan_lazaro]

The first time I saw this video I was like "Excuse me what?"

[@kbaigio]

Please Ollie do change those front pads in your dogma bike!!! (1:15)

[@leftyseel8658]

Why is it that on the front, it's the bolt you rotated to tighten or loosen, while on the rear, it's the quick release lever you rotated? Which really should be used to correctly tighten or loosen?

[@guidospanoghe8896]

Another GCN for dummies video. I 've never had problems squeezing the brakelever of my diskbrake once or twice after the wheel was removed. And if the pads are touching just push them back with a blunt screwdriver or so.

[@larisonjohnson]

Ollie, so I saw this video and thought you might provide a “scientific” explanation for the positioning of the QR levers on the NDS of the front wheel. I’ve always done this, and noticed everyone else does also. But, recently I was watching a video where it was mentioned that the front QR levers can snag Di2 cables of an adjacent bike and unplug them when riding in a group. The fix was to use a zip tie to secure the cable to the hanger. But, the explanation got me thinking regarding QR levers getting caught on the mech cable housing. If the front QR lever was on the DS, that wouldn’t be possible. So, though it is activating my OCD senses, is there any other reason to not put the front QR lever on the DS? I suppose it could snag the rear QR lever of an adjacent bike, but that seems less likely than the cable.

[@djlaurens11]

I thought this had to be a very old video because of his long hair until I saw the date haha, covid hair

[@ariffau]

Bike thieves: THANKS OLLIE!

[@DavidMcGinn-wj2dk]

This is my first road kzbin.infoUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA and I have taken it out a handful of times and so far it is exceeding all of my expectations. I didn’t want to break the bank on a first bike and the herd is a great option for getting a fast bike with reliable components. I plan on riding this bike for many years to come. Thank you Sava!

[@tomcorbett6219]

Remember to move it up the rear sprocket. Don't start in the biggest gear !

[@ddavidd430]

Nuts Ollie! The axle is the bolt and you undo your nuts!

[@marydavis2237]

I was going to be just as picky!!!!!

[@jackappan1990]

4:17 and 5:25

[@sportbikejesus]

How did you remove the front wheel without going on a rant about the idiotic and totally unnecessary safety lip on the fork dropouts? I have yet to achieve that level sanguinity.

[@GregLanz]

One of the things I love about my old Colnago Master, no lawyer tabs

[@billincolumbia]

@Pete is never wrong "lawyer lips", please. Such nice alliteration. :)

[@WalterwhiteAlbuquerqueNM]

I've seen your video in the mid of jungle with a punctured tyre..

[@jordanpayne7249]

Why did I wait so long