I’ve watched over twenty videos on derailier adjusting and I must say yours is the most clear and made the most sense. I subscribed. Thanks.
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Robert I appreciate it.
@cyar32414 ай бұрын
Man, thanks. FINALLY! A tutorial with a DETAILED explanation. When the others I've watched ended, I was left with more questions than I had to begin with.
@BikeTeacher4 ай бұрын
thanks, :)
@billcrane2444 Жыл бұрын
That explanation was very easy to follow and easy to implement. Showing the direction of viewing the barrel adjuster thus determining counterclockwise vs clockwise rotation made it easy to understand how it increases or decreases the tension. Now it will be easy to remember while riding and adjusting. Thanks.
@BikeTeacher Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Glad it helped. Thank you.
@mariosalles58694 жыл бұрын
Very helpful tips. Once you memorize the barrel/rear derailleur twisting directions, it is even better to do while riding. I did it today, and my gears are swifting smoothly and fast.
@BikeTeacher4 жыл бұрын
That’s great Mario glad it helped.
@jfrtbikgkdhjbeep99742 жыл бұрын
yes, very good, maybe you have another barrel aduster down by the rear deraileur/ cassette ... experiment with confidence 😊 peace
@greenwolfgaming97032 жыл бұрын
@@BikeTeacher Its a me **Mario**
@HenJoseph3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Bought a used bike which I thought was a lemon. I have learn a lot from this video and other ones you've done. Very grateful
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Happy to help.
@barryberland9813 жыл бұрын
The barrel adjustment video tutorial was precise, easy,, just perfect. I hungry to watch more of your well presented videos. Just Great
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Barry!
@dre95943 жыл бұрын
I would like to give a big shout out to you thank you so much well explained you taught me how to use my barrel adjusters on my brakes thank you so much I didn't know what I was doing now I do thanks to you I appreciate you I definitely like your page and I hope you have more to come stay blessed
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊
@waltersobchak727521 күн бұрын
You got a way with words and demonstrations. Now we just need you fluent in organic chemistry to explain and my classes will be easy😀
@BikeTeacher21 күн бұрын
Lol, that would be interesting and maybe even fun. 👍🏽⚙️
@bearlabrador20184 жыл бұрын
Thanks, so helpful and really well explained. Had to do this on my Trek, all sorted. Cheers.
@debv9346 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Just the knowledge I needed to learn. You are a good teacher, your approach too “technical teaching is so spot on” THE HOW-TOO EXAMPLE’s. Make it easier to understand & apply…
@BikeTeacher Жыл бұрын
Your welcome. ⚙️
@johnbayley1109 Жыл бұрын
Excellent and clear advice. And no rock music accompaniment!!!
@BikeTeacher Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 👍🏽
@gregwebster8784 Жыл бұрын
I'm sure glad you put this up because, I'm too stupid to remember which way to turn that thing. Great video, thank you!
@BikeTeacher Жыл бұрын
lol, Glad to help. It's can be a hard one to remember if you don't do it daily.
@xrv4042 жыл бұрын
Just what I needed to get my deore xt drivetrain running better! Thank you sir.
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
Your welcome. Thanks
@reneh.65515 жыл бұрын
When the cable is new, you might need to adjust the barrel during the first days while cable "sits" properly... 🚲
@gnuPirate3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bike Teacher! Awesome vid. Well explained at a good pace. Cheers!
@randybinc.64439 ай бұрын
After many videos, finally a very clear explanation!! Definitely a like and subscribe…thank you!!!
@BikeTeacher9 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@MrYevin2 жыл бұрын
The screw analogy is great!
@rtrock3 жыл бұрын
Extremely helpful, exactly what I needed to smooth out my new cable. Thanks!
@garyandrews7463 жыл бұрын
After tips going in the right direction. Have the "Barrel adjuster grips" L (frt) and R (rear) so tried the cable adjustment into the R handle bar grip but did not seem to work all that well as the cable seemed not to adjust in tension. Is a number of small adjustments as you said that has the bike rear derailuer nearly working perfectly. 1.Sat the chain into low gear and likewise with the derailuer rear after loosening cable wire there. 2.Placed the barrel grip into low gear (6) right from back of bike. 3.Pulled wire slight tight then tightened at rear derailuer. 4.Used the two small rear screws to adjust low gear/high gear and may still have some small adjustments to make. Then tested through each change 1 L-6 H. The Low gear adjustment screw controls the low gear sprocket alignment and the high gear the same on the high side at this sprocket (Biggest Cog) you do not want the derailuer going of the sprocket into the rear wheel spokes use down-sight alignment at rear. Having the bike safely sitting in a bike stand can help with adjustments as you test out the gear changes and you will need to test multiple times before getting the right adjustments High-Mid-Low on the stand and riding. With these l and R grip adjusters you have to get use to the fact that if you go up hill when you mistakenly grip them you will change your gears accordingly which is not suitable on an incline.
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
I hope I helped out. Thanks
@EstebanDuPlantiers2 жыл бұрын
👍Thumbs up, and a red heart for the Bike Teacher King! ♥
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Steve, much appreciated.
@cowsongs2 жыл бұрын
When you are unscrewing the barrel adjuster, is there some rule of thumb for when you stop, screw it back in, then loosen the pinch bolt at the end of the cable and pull the cable to take up the slack, and then go back to using the barrel adjuster? i.e. Is there some formal process for setting the cable tension, maybe with the barrel adjuster in the "center" of its range, so that you have some adjustment range in both directions?
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
You nailed it. Yes, get the barrel to be 50/50 then attach the cable. There are exceptions though. Sometimes the derailleur may call for more tension during the adjustment so you would need to reset the barrel accordingly. Thanks
@barryberland9813 жыл бұрын
You made it very easy to understand. Thank you
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Your welcome.
@garylufc3 жыл бұрын
Excellent advice sir.
@onthern4 жыл бұрын
Fixed my issues. Thank you sir!
@BikeTeacher4 жыл бұрын
Nice!! Your welcome.
@rahulsony5692 жыл бұрын
Please correct me if I am wrong. Function of adjuster near shifter: Moving anti-clockwise tightens the cable and help in shifting to bigger cogs. Moving clockwise will loosen the cable and help in shifting to smaller cogs. And this is just opposite when one is trying to do with the adjuster near the derailleur.
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
Same philosophy goes for the barrel adjuster on the rear derailleur and downtube for road bikes. The “inline” barrel adjuster which is installed inline with the cable/housing works the same way. They all expand or grow creating tension and then activate the the component. Just like cable brakes. Thanks
@rahulsony5692 жыл бұрын
@@BikeTeacher ok, thanks.
@teawizard3 жыл бұрын
So clearly explained, thank you!!
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@TheAndyGiant3 жыл бұрын
This is really helpful, thank you!
@Tomzzzzzz4 жыл бұрын
I'd loved to see a video for troubleshooting shifting on a full suspension enduro MTB. I always struggle with derailleur adjustments that "seem" to work perfect when I have the bike on the stand but the second I get it on the dirt and climb/descend the shifting goes to crap. Any tips for troubleshooting issues like that?
@BikeTeacher4 жыл бұрын
Ah, some full suspensions need to be adjusted while test riding. Once you weight the bike the chain-line angle changes.
@Awesomo120004 жыл бұрын
b-gap needs to adjusted while at desired sag level
@stevieatkinson38982 жыл бұрын
all explained nicely 👌👌👌
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Steve
@DrakeyDistiller Жыл бұрын
So good. Thank you. 👍
@BikeTeacher Жыл бұрын
Your welcome John. Thanks, Arthur
@NDemanuele14 жыл бұрын
I just had my deraileur dialed at the shop and it shifts up and down fine. However, I was lubing the chain and noticed the chain would drop gears when the freewheel is engaged? What could be the problem? I'm running a SRAM NX 12spd, 1X setup. Thanks
@yashajgautam09053 жыл бұрын
My front gear barrel adjuster in not going inside or outside , its just rotating on its axis.What to do?
@adityapathak57613 жыл бұрын
Hi, I'm rotating my rear barrel adjuster counter clockwise but cable is not tightening. It's not disengaged too though, so I'm not sure what's happening here.
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
The barrel adjusters threads may have come disengaged from its home (interior shifter threads). So it not connected anymore.
@neeleshkushte60234 жыл бұрын
Got a new freewheel on my bike. However, the chain skips on the 6th gear(she has six gears) when I apply load. My chain is new too. LBS says the problem would get solved once I have a few rides. Could the barrel adjuster on the handle solve the issue? LBS adjusted the one near the rear derailleur.
@BikeTeacher4 жыл бұрын
New chain and freewheel...Only happening in the last smallest gear? The chain is near the end (including gear 1 and gear 6 or last). The limit screw or High limit screw in this case could be a contributing problem. Either too tight or too loose. Turn either direction just 1/8" turn at a time. Testing the gears after each minor adjustment.
@neeleshkushte60234 жыл бұрын
@@BikeTeacher Will give a try. Thanks:)
@englishtea10572 жыл бұрын
Isn’t this what the L-screw and H-screw are for? How do I know whether to adjust the screws or the barrel adjusted? They seem like they’re both designed to correct the same problem?
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
The limit screws are limiting the movement of the chain. They stop te chain from going to far into the spokes (L) nad going into the the frame (H). If you are not experiencing this problem then do not touch the limit screws. Hope this helps.
@lilrosspv4 жыл бұрын
Dude you’re awesome✌️. Subscribed
@BikeTeacher4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the sub!
@alexandruionescu33682 жыл бұрын
How often is it normal to increase the tension in the derailleur cable? I have a new KTM bike, and the tension in the back derailleur needs an adjustment every 2-3 hours of riding, if i shift the gears often. That means the chain starts to fall from a larger to a smaller pinion, especially while I climb a slope. Or shifting to a larger pinion gets difficult. So, is it normal that the derailleur cable needs more tension every 2-3 hours, in these condition?
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
No, it is not normal. Something else is wrong. There could be many things going on. From a needed adjustment to incorrectly installed parts or incompatible parts, like derailleur, shifter, cassette etc.
@timcoulton33652 жыл бұрын
good stuff oil helps well too :)
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@dandeen65473 жыл бұрын
Thank you soo much mate
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Your welcome
@barryberland9813 жыл бұрын
Wish bike teacher was near me, Central Florida
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!, I had one couple visit from there a few years back.
@bounchan46913 жыл бұрын
Thanks you so much
@JS-hc3tr3 жыл бұрын
I've got a front derailleur that is operated by a grip shifter. When the cable is attached the grip shifter is very hard to turn and only turns a small amount, which is not enough to make the derailleur switch gears. If i disconnect the cable and just keep tension with my other hand, then the grip shifter works fine. As soon as the shifter cable is reattached to the front derailleur it stops working again. I can move the derailleur by manually pulling on the cable myself, but can't make the shifter pull the cable enough to make it work. Any suggestions??
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Maybe the routing of the cable and positioning of how the cable is attached to the pinch may not be correct. The cable can be secured or pinched by the pinch bolt on two sides. One side is only correct. Remove the pinch bole and washer and look for signs of where the cable should lie, usually a grove. The washer may be position sensitive as we.
@deltafour1212 Жыл бұрын
Seeing most bike designs these days only use a single chainring in the front and multi speed rear cassette. Won't you get extreme cross chaining across the drivetrain centerline with this design?
@baksi073 жыл бұрын
Quality teaching content as always. Upon going back to homebase and started to lock the cable to the rear derailleur. How much or where do you usually out the barrel adjuster on a 1x drivetrain? Thank you.
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Same for all, half way. 50/50
@baksi073 жыл бұрын
@@BikeTeacher Thanks for replying. Using the channel really while starting on my apprenticeship. Subscribe and Notified here. Thanks for all you do. All the best. Respect from Jasper Alberta Canada. ✌️
@cwsmith175 жыл бұрын
I like to start over like I just routed a new cable.
@mattercooled65913 жыл бұрын
You are probarly not responding to comments anymore but ill give it a try I got a bike not too long ago and the gears are a little jump and it does work to unscrew the barrel adjuster to make the cable tighter but the problem is whenever i jump, do a wheelie, or simply just hit a bump it moves down aka screwing in itself. So do you have any tips to make it stop moving. And incase you wanna know the bike is a merida big nine 15. Thanks in advance
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
Sorry for late reply. If the barrel adjuster is moving on its own. I would apply threadlocker, just a samll dot's worth. This will add some friction and not allow screws to vibrate free.
@paulmulryne84054 жыл бұрын
Really clear - I’ve got a better idea of what the barrel adjuster actually does! Shifting sorted.
@BikeTeacher4 жыл бұрын
Great! Glad it helped.
@0views3722 жыл бұрын
Dumb question but Would the barrel adjuster work the same direction if it's on the rear derailleur and not on the handlebar area?
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
Good question, it can be confusing. Yes to your answer.
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
*question.
@cuttyflam33323 жыл бұрын
How can i fix stuck barrel adjuster even when i turn it it the cable doesnt move
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
I use pliers to unstuck it if it is in too tight. If it is out all the way then the threads need to be reinstalled, but loosen the cable pinch bolt first.
@outsider57424 жыл бұрын
I’ve got some problem. Down shifting works perfectly fine. But shifting up doesn’t. I have to shift up to times to actually shift one gear. I have no idea why is that, I adjusted so many times so many things, but couldn’t get it to work. Could you tell me what should I do?
@evanwarsify4 жыл бұрын
Hey bro, Where the cable is bolted down on your rear derailler, go ahead and loosen it so the cable is free. Use some pliers and pinch the cable, pulling it really tight, retighten the nut that holds the cable. then try using your barrel adjuster to fine tune it like he does in the video
@outsider57424 жыл бұрын
@@evanwarsify hey mate, I just did that, and it fcked up everything:)). My shifter now just wont shift up to 8, the shifter is reallllly loose and it won't click and make the shift. Not sure what happened and what should I do :)))
Please clarify: loosening the barrel adjuster by turning it counterclockwise will increase the tension on the cable?
@BikeTeacher4 жыл бұрын
I know it sounds counter intuitive, as the barrel (screw) loosens and backs out of the component (shifter or derailleur) it then applies pressure to the housing (hard outer casing). It then activates the cable by pulling on it. As it pulls on the cable the cable will activate what ever it is connected to. In this case it is the rear derailleur which then in it's own design starts to elongate the derailleur then pushing the chain up the cassette from one small gear to the next largest and so one. I hope this helps.
@elancrew98944 жыл бұрын
@@BikeTeacher Thank you for response and insight. It makes more sense now.
@Nat06744 жыл бұрын
I have a shifting issue on a full suspension mtb. Gears shift fine on a stand but as soon as I get out on a ride they don’t shift well at all. Typically mid range gears are the problem. Would indexing under Sag make a difference? Is that even possible? Haha
@BikeTeacher4 жыл бұрын
Yes it can make a difference. As soon as you sit on the bike the rear triangle pivots from the front of the bike changing the chain line. If you have a front derailleur this would be more visible with the eye. The chain ya touch or drag on the bottom end of the front derailleur depending on which gear it’s in. Just do a “ on the bike adjustment “ test ride.
@Nat06744 жыл бұрын
Bike Teacher thanks for the reply. It’s a single 12 speed derailleur. Also figured out that the B gap wasn’t correct, I adjusted that under sag and there’s a marked improvement.
@FloresEsteban19793 жыл бұрын
In adjusting my front derailleur's H limit, I came to a point where the barrel adjuster just wont turn either way and I can't get into the largest sprocket!! Don't know what to do now.
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
The barrel adjuster it stuck, carefully use pliers to break it loose. Proceed with caution.
@FloresEsteban19793 жыл бұрын
@@BikeTeacher ok thank you!! would loosening the cable from the derailleur help any?
@jfrtbikgkdhjbeep99742 жыл бұрын
start adjustments at one end of the gearing ( remember ) ... now the cable tension will be more accurate as you turn that barrel adjuster ,, you may need to adjust the barrel adjuster down by the derailleur ... i have done that as well. Just look for more tips from others in the comments section and keep watching these videos 😑 peace
@AtAGlimpse_UB3 жыл бұрын
My barrel adjuster doesn't work what to do?
@aksel15973 жыл бұрын
When i did this the barral adjuster fell off and it did not make thr move to the bigger chainring
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
You may need to reinstall the barrel adjuster, but first loosen the cable pinch first.
@denis_roy_75 жыл бұрын
Hi! What would be the «scientific » explanation on how a barrel adjuster works on inner cable tension? Thanks!
@BikeTeacher5 жыл бұрын
I will do my best off the top of my head to answer. I can also research this and see if there is something out there that can help me provide a video with a proper explanation. This question does come up in class from time to time.
@BikeTeacher5 жыл бұрын
What I believe is happening is by unscrewing the barrel adjuster it is moving the housing away from the shifter or rear derailleur depending where the adjuster is located. Since the shifter is bolted and stationary and the derailleur is mounted to the frame (or derailleur hanger) and stationary that energy or movement needs to go somewhere. I believe that energy is moving or pivoting (pushing) the derailleurs (front and rear) causing the derailleur to move and dictate what the chain is going.
@jasondyer71465 жыл бұрын
Essentially if your unscrewing the barrel adjuster (making the barrel adjuster move outward), your essentially making the outer cable longer, meaning the inner cable will be getting tighter as it will remain the same length
@denis_roy_75 жыл бұрын
Bike Teacher Hi! How does that make sense?
@denis_roy_75 жыл бұрын
Jason Dyer Hi! That does not make sense.
@carolynrodgers38412 жыл бұрын
What is the seat post made of?
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
That bike there had a aluminum seat post.
@ranjeetsinghthapa21153 жыл бұрын
So the barrel adjustment is for non reactive shifts and the H and L screw adjustment is for preventing the chain from jumping out of the 1st and the last sprocket?
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Yes on the h and l. Not sure what you mean by non reactive.
@ranjeetsinghthapa21153 жыл бұрын
By non reactive, I mean non shifting. Is barrel adjument done when gears fo not shift? H&L adjustment has no role in fixing gear shifts?
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
You are correct. The limit screws are set once for setting the range and then should never be touched again, basically.
@ranjeetsinghthapa21153 жыл бұрын
@@BikeTeacher Thank you so much for the information ☺️
@888jucu3 жыл бұрын
@@BikeTeacher Thanks for clarification 👍
@johdo28014 жыл бұрын
You saved me I’m about to go moab
@BikeTeacher4 жыл бұрын
Nice!! Hope it was good.
@jimjr44325 жыл бұрын
Thanks, perfect!
@BikeTeacher5 жыл бұрын
Your welcome!
@hc58164 жыл бұрын
My chain is having issues shifting down into the smaller gears
@BikeTeacher4 жыл бұрын
Many things can be wrong, worn chain, worn rings, too much cable tension, release the cable with the shifter in gear 1 and then reconnect.
@polystudios4293 жыл бұрын
thank you so much, helped me with my ebike !
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! Thanks for the comment!
@alpines1234 жыл бұрын
I dont have a rear derailleur barrel adjuster, would that be okay?
@buddylabrador9155 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@BikeTeacher5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Buddy!
@dawsonmacie69844 жыл бұрын
I dont fully understand the difference between the barrol adjustment on the shifter and on the derailleur
@ah050774 жыл бұрын
My theory is it just adds additional scope for tightening/loosening the cable since the rear derailleur has more range of motion than the front. Rather than sticking all the adjustment onto the barrel on the handle bars it's spread across 2 barrels. I could be wrong but it seems sensible.
@АндрійРоманович-й6т Жыл бұрын
This bike was really easy to assemble kzbin.infoUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA and required very few adjustments out of the box. The wheels did not require any truing/adjustments. The frame had some small scratches, but nothing major.I did replace the seat though - the seat it came with was very uncomfortable. The tires need to be re-inflated every 4-5 days, but this appears to be quite common for the narrow 700x25 tires.Overall, in my opinion, this bike looks and rides like a much more expensive bike.
@BikeTeacher Жыл бұрын
Nice! Everyone should have one.
@PaulSelka-b9b3 ай бұрын
Should help
@abeer78024 жыл бұрын
Hello Sir! My bike has a problem and I want to talk to you inperson. Do you have Insta or something?
@vm5493 жыл бұрын
Can i send you a video of my giant anthem And you see whats the problem?
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Yes, try text or email. 408-210-2980
@EthanAdey3 жыл бұрын
I accidentally backed it all the way out and it fell out.
@BikeTeacher2 жыл бұрын
Did you get it back in? It may be under pressure and hard to get to.
@EthanAdey2 жыл бұрын
@@BikeTeacher yes, I did.
@strangelylookingperson Жыл бұрын
In most of the videos about bike repair bike stand is used. A bike stand isn't very common among casual bikers and therefore maybe it would be better to demonstrate different techniques without using one.
@BikeTeacher Жыл бұрын
I can do that. What are a few things you would like to see?
@strangelylookingperson Жыл бұрын
@@BikeTeacher Exactly the same repair technics you are showing, but repair without bike stand. For example, I want to try to tune rear derailleur, and, after watching your video, try to repeat everything you did. But I can't, cause i don't have a bike stand, as an absolute majority of cyclists.
@finismarac49994 жыл бұрын
tom morello bike repair
@BikeTeacher4 жыл бұрын
Lol, if I had a nickel......
@SalpaReang Жыл бұрын
I cannot move barrel adjuster in any direction its to tight😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 please help me
@AwesomeAngryBiker2 жыл бұрын
A few more unskippable ads please
@CarsonBarnhardt3 жыл бұрын
There is no barrel adjuster on my handlebars this is not helpful at all
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
Is there one on the derailleur or down tube? Or do you have friction shifters?
@CarsonBarnhardt3 жыл бұрын
@@BikeTeacher there’s one on the rear but I can’t tell if it’s broken or not, I had a team fix it up today but they didn’t do it completely correct
@BikeTeacher3 жыл бұрын
If you get no reaction from it. It may be broken. It may not be threaded in properly.