What Type of Bottom Bracket do I Have?

[@johndoe-rd3hq]

Whats so sickening is this is the best video on the subject.

[@charleswheeler3418]

consult the 'professionals'. all shops in the uk seem to be completely inept and rip off merchants. this channel is by far superior to any shop in my locality.

[@1ZZFE]

Well UK is not alone in that kind of rip-off practice. 😊😅

[@whiskywhippet]

I always though BB standards were confusing before watching this video, now I know they are!

[@yusufirwandi6807]

There are 100 bottom bracket standards Engineers: This is ridiculous! let's create one standard to unify all standard. There are 101 bottom bracket standards

[@ADAMJWAITE]

This applies to so many things, lol.

[@buckwylde7965]

ISO has done a good job in standardization in many fields but bicycles is not one of them. Shimano products is the closest things come to standardization in the bicycle industry.

[@explosivemallard8038]

Mike Sadlier I hope this comes as soon as possible, this shit pisses me off. Why tf do I need to do an hour of research to find the tool I need then search for it or order it. It’s a goddam bicycle!

[@mikagami69]

@@buckwylde7965 kinda

[@MrJx4000]

Don't worry, Hambini to the rescue: kzbin.info

[@btbike_24]

Honestly seeing a cut section of a BB in real life is so helpful/ legit. Thankyou!

[@ladams00]

Pacific Cycle has been so unhelpful in answering questions on their bottom brackets. Thank you Park Tool for doing an outstanding job on this video series!

[@CharlesCarlsonC3]

Calvin, you guys are terrific! I can’t express how useful your videos are. They are straightforward and to the point. They are both inspiring and pleasure able to watch. Thanks.

[@monkeyking847]

I really appreciate this video. While I work at a shop and am familiar with and understand how these different systems operate, the language and grouping used in this video was very helpful in highlighting new ways to think about discussing these different standards with customers and colleagues. Ultimately making it easier for everyone to understand this somewhat confusing topic. Hopefully stuff like this can help us make words have less power to confuse in the bike industry. Thanks guys!

[@____________________________.x]

Without Park Tools making these videos, we'd all be screwed, thanks guys

[@maxstriga9233]

God. I came to learn. Now im more confused than ever.

[@Apex820]

Lmao I feel like that sometimes

[@damien9683]

Im convinced that manufacturers make different designs to make it *harder* to repair than actual bike performance... I remember "back in the day" me and my five friends during the vacation could put up a bicycle from scratch for a sixth friend from our leftover parts that WORKED!!

[@papamartino]

Yeah, it's a lot to take in, but it is just a starting point. Bike mechanics is probably the most underestimated of the field of mechanics.

[@rcnoob2355]

@@damien9683 I could relate to this. back then our BMX was like basic... we didn't even have special tools. all we had was an adjustable wrench, a pipe wrench for plumbing and a bunch of screw drivers and Allen keys.

[@damien9683]

@@rcnoob2355 IKR!? So little tools were needed back then NOW when I ride I carry two allen key sets and several different tools out of fear that if something happens and I couldn't fix my bike I'd have to resort WALKING home!!

[@wammo12345]

Just watched this again, and grinned when Calvin said 'journey', pretty sure he's taking the Mickey. I'm so glad that there are people like Calvin in the world, people who actually know what they are talking about!

[@shamoy1000]

Based on your videos I purchased the correct bottom bracket assembly and installed it in an hour. Thanks.

[@crux_timberjack]

Been riding and wrenching on my bikes since the mid seventies BMX days. Park Tools has always kept with the parabolic expansion of “Better” technology year after year. Although I’m not a fan of designed obsolescence the bike industry took in the late nineties, but I’m glad Park is still there with us. I still use my local bike shops for wheels and hydraulics. “A man must know his limitations”. No truer words from Dirty Harry were ever spoken.

[@calamardobike125]

i am building myself a bike for the very first time. i had never built one from scratch. and i think im doing a good job so far. all because of your videos

[@innocentiuslacrim2290]

Thank you. This was probably not an easy video to make as there is so much material and still the video needs to be compact. I really liked the branching approach you took.

[@yabbadoody]

I was absolutely LOST before watching this video... 15 printed articles and accompanying charts had me at "nothing but confused". That said, this video (while comprehensive) made perfect sense, especially after reading about all the various standards. Visually explaining the differing TYPES and styles, and how to identify each, was a MASSIVE help in making sure I at least was "on the right track", and so at that point a quick trip to my local bike shop answered the remaining questions per size and fit (DO bring your frame! "Size Matters", and you won't want to guess). The THREADING guidance was especially wonderful, and I'm sure that brief section alone will help to save many busted knuckles and prevent stripped or damaged parts and hubs. Kudos! I'm subscribing...

[@pdheffler6944]

love the comments for this video....they help remind me that we are all in this together....thanks guys for the video....its not your fault ...I think we all agree on that

[@johnjerizlopezignacio3891]

4:46 That was me back in high school where I almost forgot the next words to say when presenting to the whole class.

[@EdwardFagan07]

You're both knowledgeable, accurate in your details, and very clear in your explanation of information concerning bottom brackets. I've learned from this video and am thankful to you both for it. Please continue to inform us as you're doing.

[@dominiquelopez3978]

By far the easiest to understand BB identification video

[@pyrho1]

These Park Tool videos are so helpful and such a wonderful resource. Thank you very much Park Tool!

[@mikagami69]

Thanks guys! We were able to use this video and the one-piece crank video to get my buddy's kid's bike back on the road.

[@rikvermar7583]

i am 40 and took my 1st bike apart when i was about 7 and must of repaired 100's of bikes ever since, i own a "Dirty Jo" mtb which was custom built by Henry Burton Cycles roughly 15yrs ago, shimano deore xt hydralic brakes, gears and wheels - light as a feather - just under £900 new and for 15yrs has been my pride n joy which i have serviced myself and still looks as new. But my nephew who has a 2016 Specialized downhill bike which needs a few bits replacing asked me if he gets the parts can i fit them, yes i said confidently - but after having a quick look i was so surprised how things have changed, you could fix any part of a bike yrs ago - now its sealed units and 10 versions of what the part could be

[@sdqsdq6274]

fast forward 2020, why are entry branded bike still as heavy as steel bikes ? and its aluminum frame , lol

[@MrMiltonenrique2001]

@@sdqsdq6274 At last somebody notice that. They weight the same, Just the price is different, waaaaaaaaaay different

[@nowayout8773]

@RollinRat I commute by bike 18km to and 18km back home. It takes commitment and patience. I ride steel with fenders, hub dynamo and I ride in the worse weather conditions. I'm 55. I also work shifts. But since I slid out on ice twice and spent one morning after night shift 😴 , 3.5 hours getting home. I was a mess, plus I noticed my rear schwalbe marathon plus tire was flat because I purposely let a little air out to get better traction. Snow was too deep to realize my mistake. And I felt like I had jetlag. So I borrowed a 🚗 car and drove it and filled up the tank afterwards for 55 Euro. Meditating on how the auto also has big greed. Car insurance, inspections, burned out headlights, cracked windshields, tires for winter and summer all monitored by the car mafia with help from police, environmental professionals, and your "got you by the balls" mechani. I try to do my own bicycle repairs. But the bicycle industry has to make money. It is just not as apparent as the auto industry. So I am going back to my 720km per month commuting. It's worth it for me because I can save a shit load of money, and I really don't like cars. I am a bit of an oddity at work. But I get it. My legs get it. It's not a chore. It's a way of getting to work. It's my way. Going to try single speed someday because of the anger to the bike parts of too many gears ⚙ 😑 on a bike and I use only one or two. Derailleurs just plain suck. And IGH are strange. I can keep my Derailleurs in tune. But it takes time.

[@neytiritetskahamoatite7688]

6:53 This is THE MOST, I mean THE MOST, stupid LINE for this, so called, "CIVILIZED" Humanity. We can't do ONE DAMN STANDARD RIGHT, and solve, ONCE AN FOR ALL, the Ecological and Ethical ISSUES (MAAAN THERE ARE ISSUES HERE !!!) on BYCICLE MAINTENANCE !!! ( or should I say: BYCICLE FUCKINANCE ?!!) . 😠😡🤬😈👿 6:59 Hahahah !!! Just don't !!! Don't make me laugh !!! 🥴😤🤮

[@yabbadoody]

@rollinrat4850 or maybe Tire Chains...😃

[@c.j.mooneyham9831]

Holy mother of god I'm screwed.

[@brauljo]

At least you're not pressed

[@jasonjayalap]

Threaded or thread thru?

[@Spanky8402]

I pressed mine but I didn't realize nuts were inside the hole. Lol. This was a true story about a few years ago. I took it to a bike shop after that and they thought it was hilarious. I somehow had a few things shoved into my frame, while my bike was stolen by a friend that I no longer talk with. All kinds of scrap metal was falling out of it and the bike ended up having a crack on the bottom bracket and the angled tube going up to the handlebars and the bike was scraped, sadly. Still a funny story, even though it was a sad story with my bike.

[@MarzNet256]

Deep breaths grasshopper. Deep breaths.

[@FarmerFpv]

It's been years since I've had an anxiety attack, I had to take up Yoga & meditation after completing this video...

[@bal20]

Guess the take home message is know what type your own bike has! Then learn about that type! Good quality video guys

[@TAMELESSTGR]

MY GOSH THESE VIDEOS ARE WELL DONE, ESPECIALLY FOR A NEWBIE STARTING IN MAINTENANCE

[@bennettturk3206]

This guy is a great teacher.

[@cantwheelie_rob]

Yeah, I’ll just take my bike to the shop and save myself from brain injury trying to understand this. Thanks!

[@markt4992]

Great video, just started tearing down my 2000 GT Palomar and these videos come in handy

[@Cuplex1]

This is one of the few warning labels that actually makes sense, and I deeply respect it for some reason. Like I would if I saw the following sign. Warning/ aschtung! Mine field ahead! and a skeleton symbol under the text. 🙂

[@tdeeez09]

5:30 - 5:40 is the most important part. Just undo the non-drive side (counterclockwise) then look and see what you have.

[@Theamazingskobe]

You guys are simply a life saver!! I'm certain I am up to over a thousand dollars of savings from being able to do my own work! And investing in my own tools is so much better than paying for someone else to maintain my bike! THANK YOU!!!!!

[@explosivemallard8038]

Nicholas Wasbotten glad it worked for you man, but the hours of figuring out what kind of parts your bike has and then buying expensive parts takes it own toll. At the end of the day all of these complexities are there just to take our money, and Park Tool is probably profiting and supporting this shit.

[@neytiritetskahamoatite7688]

6:53 This is THE MOST, I mean THE MOST, stupid LINE for this, so called, "CIVILIZED" Humanity. We can't do ONE DAMN STANDARD RIGHT, and solve, ONCE AN FOR ALL, the Ecological and Ethical ISSUES (MAAAN THERE ARE ISSUES HERE !!!) on BYCICLE MAINTENANCE !!! ( or should I say: BYCICLE FUCKINANCE ?!!) . 😠😡🤬😈👿 6:59 Hahahah !!! Just don't !!! Don't make me laugh !!! 🥴😤🤮

[@catchagrip1322]

You guys just saved me a tonne of hassle, big clearance difference between INTERNAL SPLINES WITH ISIS DRIVE SPINDLE and 20 INTERNAL SPLINES WITH SQUARE SPINDLE. Unfortunately all the BBT-32 appear to be coming from the USA with heavy postage cost, will consult local bike shop. Cheers guys, your a gem!!

[@dperreno]

I just had to buy a new tool for my DUB BSA bottom bracket. I took a look in my tool bin and I counted at least 10 BB and crank removal tools that no longer fit any of my bikes.

[@hillmakeitbetter]

Great video. Memorizing all the content is likely enough to earn a degree. Now we just need an interactive flow chart.

[@rochmel1409]

Great video, thanks. I came across it as I need to replace my bottom bracket. I guess I forgot that when I first had a bike some fifty years ago it was cheap and cheerful . Now they are expensive highly engineered machines. Having watched this I think I'll take it into the shop! :-)

[@GNX157]

What a nightmare. Manufacturers should be required to affix a permanent label to the frame in the BB area that denotes what type of BB is used, as well as a QR code that can be scanned that will take you to a web page with a more detailed description. That same QR code should be on your warranty card when the bike is bought new.

[@mikieson]

agree..same with cassettes/freewheels..When you buy a bike all the tools should come with it to repair these things as well.

[@FarmerFpv]

That will never happen, It's the bike industries bread and butter, lol

[@yosephalabdulwahab4151]

There are only 3 types of frame bottom bracket shells tho, press fit frames, threaded frames and thread together frames. Its not France manufactures its the groupset manufacturers that make all the bottom bracket standards

[@realitynow4342]

@@mikieson And it should come with a Sixpack of Voodoo Ranger 7% alcohol beer.

[@Destin65]

Not sure QR Codes existed when I bought my 2003 Huffy

[@trond2008]

I managed to get my wife's eccentric BB apart and together again today with help from video's. I didn't fix the clicking noise but I was happy that I managed to reassemble it without making it worse :/

[@brettwentz3107]

Great information. Best explanation that I have ever heard. Thanks so much guys.

[@miguelcantu8766]

Very informative!! I now have a starting point in identifying the BB for my vintage bike and verify what is compatible. Booked marked for future reference!

[@Merzehades1913]

Well done. Thank you two for the information. I will ensure to purchase Park Tool fittings at the Ski and Bike Shop in my town.

[@andrassallai4241]

Absolutely great content! Really valuable for non-native english speakers looking to shop around online.

[@physiocrat7143]

How did this happen? Thirty years ago there was only one in the UK. It was perfectly satisfactory for the previous 90 years.

[@babthooka]

You guys are the GOATS!

[@aonguc]

It was a really amazing video for a standard driver like me. It was like a school. Many thanks guys ...

[@joseemmanuelnavarro7210]

What I can only say is, you guys are amazing

[@EamonDorrian-lo1ne]

Very helpful as always guys, thank you.

[@kww1966]

Thank so much for the great videos! You have made my life easier and more fun! You guys saved me money too!

[@anthonykirkman]

Great video guys, explained everything I need to upgrade my bottom bracket 👍🏻😀

[@somethingreal5042]

2 things in this world are infinite, space and bottom bracket standards

[@thebikehippie6562]

Thank you, to The Comox Bike Company in Comox B.C for taking care of this for me so I never have to.. Great video guys😀

[@gedrooney9305]

Protect these two fine men at all costs.

[@pw7752]

Great video - nice and clear and helps avoid costly mistakes.

[@herbertpearson5665]

I really appreciate you guys content delivery.

[@justinhamill954]

Thank you very much for making this video and the following videos 🤓

[@holyfreakinguacamole]

I can’t say this helped at all (and I’ve been working on bikes for years)

[@wammo12345]

Standards are great, give me more standards LOL

[@wammo12345]

RollinRat The VHS - Beta phenomenon is human nature. Threaded BB is making a comeback because it works well enough and riders like to fix their own bikes. I think some bad designs become 'standard' for a given manufacturer because they have industry heft and go with things that are easier to build than for the home mechanic to maintain and repair.

[@tubamonkey1]

@RollinRat engineered to fail.

[@MediumHalf]

@@wammo12345 yep, you see this all the time in automotive engineering too: difficult repair procedures because the car was designed to be easily assembled, not easily repaired

[@GerardvanReekum]

I like the phrase "new standard" (as in "there's always new standards coming out")...

[@maurolocatelli5836]

Amazing...love you style guys...together you rock!

[@pokettomonsta]

When ever they touch their fist together, they just remind me of spongebob and Patrick when they say friends forever 🤣🤣🤣, awesome guide btw

[@janinsweden8559]

Great video! Greetings from Sweden

[@oscar86456]

thanks for this information about BB types.

[@alfscharfenberg9393]

Hi there two I come from germany.. I''ve got a Shimano bottom bracket, called BBR60. I habe a learned much about removing and Installation.. Thanks much.

[@dmc31405]

Thanks for the Park Tool Instruction Videos. Very helpful.

[@Spurdospaerde692]

How many standards can exist before they can't be called "standards"?

[@hai-hotranphotography1169]

Thanks for the videos guys. Still confusing from the so many standards. Bike Mfgr. Let's choose one best standard and go with one. It will help you sell more bikes!

[@solosword593]

I have a Bike-bible(so to speak) and what you guys covered in this video would be about 25-more pages in that book. Great info' & advise guys.

[@deabreu.tattoo]

me, who just bought a vintage bike in need of some love: gee, I wonder where do I start? youtube recommendation algorithm: I got you, m8

[@rocky4976]

Somehow intuitively I knew BB's were mysterious...now I'm certain! Thanks for the vid. My bike shop buddies will never be without work!

[@falsemcnuggethope]

It's a miracle that drive side is usually on the right side. Imagine if all these bottom brackets had a lefty version.

[@ygtcbee23]

Jezz, you guys can dine out every night with all the bottom bracket tools needed

[@jen3800]

what a cute couple ! ha ha, just teasing, but yeah you guys rock ! pure inspiration. all i think of are thread counts, bolts standards, torque settings.... i dream in grease.

[@isaacarsanis9654]

Thanks for the helpful videos.

[@tiching99]

3:51 This is the answer, guys. No need to watch the whole video. You're welcome.

[@JakubAdamus]

I doubt I can find professionals as these guys in the video. Anyway, based on this video I decided not to remove the bottom bracket :D

[@heli400]

@@JakubAdamus I was at my bike shop today and bought some tools with the intention to: true my wheels, remove and re-grease the wheel bearings, remove and re-grease my bottom bracket for a 'nice smooth ride' as I have had my bike for about 13 yrs now and I'm sure its' nicely gunked up,.... After watching a few of these videos on the 'How To'. I've rationalized that smooth bearings for a 'nice ride' are for PUSSY'S, and my legs are gunna get 'UGE leaving my bike the way it is! XD

[@magnumllama400]

@@heli400 do bike shops even sell tools?

[@valentinopalma432]

Señores Parktool en primer gracias por los excelentes videos que han desarrollado y en segundo lugar, quisiera pedirles que puedan generar material en el idioma español. Saludos desde Chile

[@h7283]

Balsindi alcastra fundu bolloarust et vouter polarister

[@4thgenmcgee695]

Great video guys! You guys really went in depth on the different styles of bottom brackets, really helped me out, thanks again

[@tolvajakos]

i love your videos.

[@travisyarbrough4033]

That Schwinn !!!!! Too Cool !!!!!

[@TheKitMurkit]

Was searching for the tool song named bottom. Not disappointed though.

[@daveyt4802]

Just got mine out thanks to your tools! Now, how to repair it?

[@eddiejrbation5095]

Thank God I have a cartridge type 😅 now to buy the crank and bb remover

[@ninjazzrhythm400]

Manufacturers need to include "ALL" tools to completely perform maintenance, service and repair on their bike.

[@theatom7264]

Thanks for posting this vid. Recentily got a folding E bike and I think somehow sand got into the bearings on my bottom bracket. Guess its from riding through puddels from the winter rain. I also ride over dirt trails sometimes on my route. I have the typical 3 piece crank most bikes come with & the crank arms are on there pretty good so I guess I'll need to get a crank puller tool.

[@moparpunk44]

I am actually more confused now. Thanks. Please click “here” to see our other video on that.

[@werwesdvoisdjvoj]

This video is both informative and wholesome :3

[@mrwezbo]

Thank you very much for your vids, they are all extremely helpful!

[@mexicanninjabeast]

Great music at the end of the video!

[@jmsuarezl]

gracias por sus videos son muy específicos y profesionales he aprendido mucho!

[@ronaldrayamorganda9863]

Thanks Now I know what type of BB i need to look for.

[@pasanhegoda3049]

I love bicycle repairings.....

[@olegiakovlev2757]

Amazing, what can be handy, is how to recognize BB type when it already removed (or missing)

[@chadkline4268]

The original ball bearings and races worked just fine for cranks and wheels. We had a decent simple standard. It was trashed for yuppies+profits.

[@Devast8r34]

Yall have the best videos thank you!

[@virginiascurti5036]

Sorry guys but the last part of this is clear as mud!!!

[@pstrap1311]

Thanks. I'm all about that bottom bracket.

[@GinggaSnap]

Hello Calvin, your videos are so helpful. Thanks!

[@chadkline4268]

In the late 70s, i had a basic Schwinn Varsity bike, $100 or something. A french man with a $10,000 custom built bike, where measurements of his whole body were used in the design, 35 years old, semi pro rider his whole life, asked if i wanted to ride with him. I said yeah, it was like a 50mi ride. I was like 16. He tried to lose me and leave me in the dust, riding in highway lanes, etc. But he couldn't. It wasn't easy, but i could keep up. The cost-benefit ratios of bicycle technologies have generally been negative since then. I blame the monied interests that have turned a mode of clean+free transportation into an extreme sport for the rich.

[@arnoldfreemanchanmusic6495]

Amazing+ instant headache thanks

[@clearsailing7993]

Now someone should invent a bottom bracket kit with adapters that will fit any bottom bracket ever made.

[@agunghermawan2380]

Thank you...nice information now I known all about BB