Saturday, May 13, 2017

More parts needed for the Porsche Bike X


After installing a new chain on the Porsche Bike X, I went for a 31-mile test ride out to Donner Lake and up Old Highway 40 to Donner Summit.

It was a little chilly and windy but the ride was fun and legs felt good. However the new chain didn't shift well, particularly in the smallest gears on the rear cassette. The gears slipped under heavy pedaling.

So, tomorrow I'm researching a new cassette since I suspect the old chain wore down the cassette. More work tomorrow.

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