Installing new cog SE Bikes cassette hub - PK Ripper 27.5

I upgrade the cog on my SE Racing PK Ripper 27.5 cassette hub. Learn how to upgrade the cog on your SE Bikes cassette hub from start to finish.
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[@ipunk1589]

Learned to work on own BMX as a kid; patch punctures, replace worn grips, pads & tyres, chain tension without tensioner, replace snapped brake cables and jammed/stuck cantilever brake's. Ol man wasn't handy with tools or DIY so had to do most work with the flat spanner that came with bike, old rusty plier's, screwdriver's and a hammer

[@raymondkelley1762]

Just bought one yesterday can't wait

[@BigBikeBMX]

Best bike in the game 🤘

[@tuna1936]

Such an overlooked upgrade, great video

[@BigBikeBMX]

Yes sir🤘

[@jacobjames1171]

That is a nice cog. I got a aluminum Crupi 18T.

[@randyjohns1241]

I'm looking to swap the rims to chrome any idea where I can find some? I've had no luck finding the correct hub size. Thanks

[@Mm-xr1rw]

Thats all ways the funest upgrade who doesn't love more snap off the bottom

[@bigpapa1683]

What is a good recommendation for spokes skins with the Blocks Flyer white and blue 26 Inch? I'm getting that one over the summer

[@chrischarlton4501]

Wonder if a 3 speed could be fitted in place of the Cog?

[@richielebron5898]

Very informative!! Greatly Appreciated

[@BigBikeBMX]

Thanks bro🤘

[@jdonelson80]

All 3 of my recent redline bikes don’t have a master link either ... PL-26, Proline Pro XXL & Proline Pro 24”

[@psychodavee]

Another great video. I need the 18 to make it a little easier to pedal. My old knees will appreciate it. Haha. Thx!!!

[@gioserje2952]

Yessir new video

[@robertc7931]

Love the content dude 🐱👍

[@BigBikeBMX]

Appreciate it it! 🙏

[@atamagashock]

Just got one two days ago, and then my dad (who’s 63) just bought another today. Only problem, is it’s so damn perfect, I’m scared to ride it! Almost want to hang it on the wall as art! Couldn’t believe his local shop had just gotten two on Wednesday and we got both. Damn near impossible to find. Next hunt is the fast ripper!

[@BigBikeBMX]

The PK is perfect! Good luck on the Fasty🤘

[@jeffreyscales7891]

Thank you for this video. Is it easier pedaling with the 18t sprocket? Is hill climbing a little easier now too?

[@BigBikeBMX]

I think so. It’s a slight but noticeable difference

[@Softballcrazy]

Increasing the size of the cog provides more torque. Meaning higher top end speed on flat ground. Doesn’t make pedaling uphill easier. Just the opposite. Theoretically it should also get that front wheel up easier and faster. I think

[@miket5529]

@@Softballcrazy You would be correct if you were referring to the front chainring. A larger rear cog though will make pedaling easier and lowers the top speed.

[@donavan8616]

Nice video, goods info

[@Mik35959]

My son has a beast money mode lunch and he said his is a 16t the website doesn’t give the specs for that specific model can I use a 17t

[@BigBikeBMX]

The beastmode uses a cassette hub I believe, but the 17t cog will work for frame clearance.

[@67johnpaul67]

I am looking to change the rear cog on my PK(same model as yours) and the archive says a 17 tooth cassette. Turns out it’s a cog. Thanks for the video.

[@cmarq007]

Great content! As many SE bikes that are out there these vids WILL get more views in the future. 👌🏼 Shout out to PBC as well. 👊🏼 I love your new ⚙️ cog , where could I order one for my Beastmode??

[@bleedconcrete7753]

I’m trying to change to a 25 -11 gearing on my Throne Goon XL do I just need to change the cog like this one ??? Is this the same cassette as a goon xl ????

[@BigBikeBMX]

I honestly don’t know. If you take it to a local bike shop they can tell you what style it is. You can also DM throne on Instagram and they’ll help you out. Good luck 👍

[@D4NKlloyd]

What cog does the fat ripper use?

[@tylerdurhan346]

Will replacing the cog increase the loudness of sound? Or do you need to change the whole cassette hub? @bigmikebmx

[@BigBikeBMX]

The sound comes from the internals on the cassette hub. The cog is just a metal ring so it won’t change sound or loudness. You are correct👍

[@wheeliejoloproductions3273]

i have a maniac and it’s basically the same but it makes a clicking sound and it feels really clicki do you think you’ll know what’s wrong with it?

[@BigBikeBMX]

No idea my friend. I’d take it to a local shop and see if it’s a loose locking nut or something similar💁‍♂️

[@vladimirciric519]

“My bike is dirty ‘cause I ride it.” 🔥

[@Cycalyktv]

Question, Would a 2022 Beastmode ripper have the capabilities to change its freewheel?

[@BigBikeBMX]

Nope. Always look up your bike on sebikes.com and scroll down to specifications. Find wheelset in the list and look for cassette hub. It’ll say cassette. 🤘

[@alexs2k75]

Would that remove the lag

[@christophersouza6985]

Dope! You should make a PK playlist! I got one and have never messed with bmx ever I like your style..would like to know what brands to go for 👌🏼👌🏼

[@bryandias1132]

how do I stop it from making crack noise when I ride my se bike

[@rlund408]

Does that cog give it a little more noise too?

[@BigBikeBMX]

Great question. It only changes the gearing and has no effect on noise. Cassette hubs are all internal and this is just locked on the outside of the hub👍

[@fittedthomas]

Hi guys I have the pk and love it but it’s way to quiet.... will changing this part add the sound I’m looking for ??

[@BigBikeBMX]

The cog doesn’t control the sound, just the gearing. If you want a louder noise, you’ll need to upgrade the entire cassette hub. I hear Profile Beastmode hubs work with the PK 27.5 but I don’t own one personally

[@fittedthomas]

Question will this work on my pk ripper 27.5? planetbmx.com/shop/39t-se-racing-5-bolt-chainring-/-spider-combo-black/gold/silver.html

[@BigBikeBMX]

@@fittedthomas naw. The cranks and spider are one piece. You’ll need just a chainring

[@jacsonwall]

You can put a cassette spacer on before the lock ring to help with whip clearance

[@jacsonwall]

Also half links all day!

[@cripwalkdoodlebob1647]

Don't be afraid to use a braker bar in front of the camera

[@simplton555]

Has anyone changed or upgraded the hub driver yet like changing sprocket on regular hubs?

[@simplton555]

I'm tryin to find an upgrade as well..

[@LikeToKickPeople]

Isaac, how tall are you - am 6'3'' and i feel that my beastmode is a little on the small side compared to the monsterquad.. its way harder to pop the front wheel. Should i rather get another 29 or stick with the beastmode ?

[@cedarbloc11]

i just copped the new MQ..you NEED to get that MQ.. im 6'1 and it feels like a tank... bike weighs around 34 lbs... if u can wheelie it be easier for you i think.. its easy to pop it up but im going to change the front sprocket to a 36t just to see how much easier it will be to pop the front wheel up.. if you can actually get your hands on one.. pull the trigger... you wont regret it...

[@LikeToKickPeople]

@@cedarbloc11 i already got the 2019 MQ, not the new one since its almost impossible to get big BMX Bikes in europe.. i recently updated to a 9inch bar on the Beastmode and its now super easy to get that wheel up - also rides way more comfortable. I ordered 9.5 inch bars for the MQ ...

[@cedarbloc11]

@@LikeToKickPeople which ones did you get?

[@LikeToKickPeople]

@@cedarbloc11 i really wanted brokeboys 4pc bars, but they never replied to my messages regarding shipment to europe, so i bought 4pc bars by unitedbikeco - a uk based company in raw (w/o polishing, paint) and for the MQ i ordered 2pc bars in raw, 30inch wide.. hope to get them soon.

[@cedarbloc11]

@@LikeToKickPeople the 2pc bars... is tht bigger than what comes with the MQ? i dont love the bars on the quad but i thought its just the build the of the bike...

[@cesarvergara6426]

Where did u buy it at?

[@BigBikeBMX]

Phoenix Bike Co. Absolute cogs are available online as well

[@stevenfox8344]

And I bought my bike at Phoenix bike shop...

[@cedarbloc11]

yo bro can i use this cog on my 2021 MQ? what would be the difference if i added a cog or changed the front sprocket to a 36 maybe?

[@BigBikeBMX]

You can adjust the gearing with the rear cog or the front chainring. The cog was just easier for me so I went that route. If you want to make getting the wheel up easier: either bigger cog on the rear or smaller chainring up front🤘

[@cedarbloc11]

@@BigBikeBMX you rock!!! theres literally no info or anything about the 2021 MQ anywhere...

[@cedarbloc11]

@@BigBikeBMX as if type this I’m watching your vid abut how to wheelie... now... could you change the chainring and cog? Or it has to be one or the other? I’m noticing on my MQ it’s damn powerful, I can pedal just a few times and I’m already a block and a half.. but it’s hard to lift the wheel.. I have to go faster than I prefer in order to pop it up easier..

[@BigBikeBMX]

@@cedarbloc11 great question. I like to do slower wheelies so I like an easier gear to pop up easily. You can do both front and back gears but you don’t need to. I’d suggest just swapping one with small adjustments. Say go one more tooth on the cog and see how that changes up things.

[@cedarbloc11]

@@BigBikeBMX ok so either a 36t chainring or a 22 cog? I believe the MQ comes with a stock 20t.. sorry for the dumb questions man I’m just getting back into bmx after not riding for so long.. when I was riding I was trying to learn wheelies.. grew up in nyc and I would say year 2000 that’s when I saw the street bike culture in the city just take off.. imagine 100 bikes in the middle of Times Square all wheeling in traffic haha...but yea man you’d be surprised how much I’ve learned so far just watching a few of your vids.. I’m older so the theory than practice works great for me.. one last question... do you recommend changing the handlebars on the MQ? Peace

[@Dan_r6]

Yours went out too huh? Mines starting to clunk and skip from the wheelies also

[@BigBikeBMX]

Mine actually had ZERO issues. I just wanted to run an 18tooth cog instead of the 17tooth that comes stock. I'm pretty rough on my PK too, so I expected to have some issues but never did.

[@Dan_r6]

I actually went 33/17 from your commentary from your older videos and love it might have to try the 18 out when I get new cassette/hub’s since mines going out for sure was hoping it was bottom bracket but it’s skipping

[@silverfox935]

​@@Dan_r6 Try to flush your cassette driver with WD40. The clunking and skipping is a result of dirt in the pawls and ratchet ring. Look for a rubber seal between the spokes and the cog, pull it back and squirt it out (with the spray tube) to direct it liberally... that should help for a while... but if there is wear the whole hub will need to be replaced as for I don't believe they have replacement drivers (free hub body) and if I am not mistaken there is a 10mm hollow allen nut on the inside of the hub (after you pound out the axle and bearing) to actually remove the driver. Good luck hope that helps as for the cog remember to space it the same distance from the inside of the hub as the old one.... so your chainline alignment is the same. Peace! :>)

[@stevenfox8344]

How do I remove the Free Will of a 29in PK ripper without any tools

[@BigBikeBMX]

You'll need tools. Go see shaun or Myles at Average Joes. THey'll help ya.

[@flo-bezee9547]

i bet thats better than the stock one.. I think mine is skipping .

[@ericfilomeno3150]

What kind of spline type is this?

[@BigBikeBMX]

He mentions it in the video. Shimano I believe. I believe Shaun said any cog designed for Shimano splines will work.

[@TuesdaysTurn]

Almost positive it's a Shimano style 9-spline cog for BMX cassette hubs

[@zacharypatenaude3607]

Is that the piece that makes a bike louder?

[@BigBikeBMX]

The cog doesn’t. The freewheel and in this case, the cassette hub make the noise. The cog attaches to the cassette.

[@zacharypatenaude3607]

Oh ok thanks

[@BigBikeBMX]

@@zacharypatenaude3607 It's hard to see, but in the video, we're removing the lock nut on the cassette to attach a new cog (looks like a star) to that cassette. The cassette is like a freewheel with internal parts. Hope that helps bro!

[@zacharypatenaude3607]

@@BigBikeBMX yes thank you😃

[@Mik35959]

I said a post where they removed the grease to make the cassette louder

[@n.d.4038]

I called Almost every bike shop from Canada to southern California...not 1 shop has 1!!!! Damn fast ripper!!! What the hell!!! Almost every shop had ZERO se bikes at all.

[@bryangotcurls6527]

Where u bought it

[@BigBikeBMX]

Phoenix Bike Company in Phoenix

[@bryangotcurls6527]

@@BigBikeBMX im also lookin for the cassette body for beast mode

[@bryangotcurls6527]

@@BigBikeBMX where can i find it online?

[@DaraM73]

Yeah the rotor clearance out or the pad housing is a pretty dumb oversight, or necessary design evil. Not a fan of hydros on a bmx tbh.

[@XNick291X]

If it was my bike I'd go for a 32-20 gear ratio!

[@sharifkassim3331]

What does this ratio mean? Easier to pop the front wheel up?

[@gioserje2952]

when are we going to get an episode with Shaun

[@BigBikeBMX]

What would you like to see? He's down to do one

[@gioserje2952]

@@BigBikeBMX you put me on the spot I really not sure I just want a episode with him in it. Maybe he talks about how he got into riding and how he became a bike mechanic why and how it is to work and take care of the shop

[@LinhNguyen-ce6he]

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[@marklee3570]

I hope you didn’t bent your rotor while trying to remove the lock ring.

[@Mm-xr1rw]

Them pegs are dying to be anodised purple bro

[@975na]

BMX - no parts to found !

[@ratoneJR]

se makes a good looking bike, but looks aren't everything. remove the caliper? fight with the cog? thats f'ed up.