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Old 07-24-19, 12:42 PM
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Gears not working quickly?

So basically my gears keep taking a couple of mins to change and make this weird crunching noise. Why is this? I’ve only had my bike for less than 3 weeks
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Old 07-24-19, 01:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Funcyclist
Why is this? I’ve only had my bike for less than 3 weeks
So basically who knows with so little info, 3 weeks old, take it back to the shop you got it from, and get them to sort it, and tell you why.
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Originally Posted by Funcyclist
So basically my gears keep taking a couple of mins to change and make this weird crunching noise. Why is this? I’ve only had my bike for less than 3 weeks
Please provide more information.
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New or Used ?
Where did you buy it ?
Is the problem new, or happened for 3 weekes ?
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Might be just a matter of adjustment that the bike shop will be happy to take care of. If it's a new bike, unless you are very competent and knowledgeable about everything about your bike, you should let the shop handle it so you don't jeopardize any warranty you may have had because someone told you banging it with a hammer is a good thing.
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