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Bike Repair Tips & Tricks BMX Video | How to Adjust V brakes on Elf Double Cross #bikerepair
Learn how to Adjust V brakes on a old school vintage Elf Double Cross bike. Another interesting upgrade and repair your own Bike Video. This is an older retro BMX vintage bike we are working on at the bike shop warehouse. We also build wheels like these Araya's 7X chrome rims built on Elf sealed hubs.
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American Cycle has been selling bikes and bike parts worldwide since 1981. The owner is very knowledgeable and can answer most all your technical questions. Call, email or text anytime.
The owner is also highly skilled in bicycle mechanics and bike repair. He started doing bike sales and bike repairs in 1981. The shop grew fast and got into the mail order business during the BMX freestyle revolution. You will find videos here on the UA-cam channel that contain how to bike repair videos. We show you how to fix or repair your BMX bike, Mountain, Road or ebike. We also service electric scooters. Ebike replacement batteries, motors and other parts for your bike are for sale on our website.
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How to Adjust Eagle GX by Sram Electric Shifting Part 2 | Fix Bike Gears Video#bike
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Adjust the Sram Eagle AXS Derailleur Limit Screws part 1 and 2. This is a bike repair video on how to Adjust Sram Eagle GX Type 3 AXS Electric Shifting Bike Gears on your bike. You need to do micro adjust on your phone app or by using your levers by pressing the button and clicking for micro adjust. Stick with mechanical shifting is my recommendation after working on bikes for 40 rears. I found...
How to Adjust Sram Eagle GX Electric Shifting | Fix Bike Gears Video #bike
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This is a bike repair video on how to Adjust Sram Eagle GX AXS Electric Shifting Bike Gears on your bike. You need to do micro adjust on your phone app or by using your levers by pressing the button and clicking for micro adjust. Stick with mechanical shifting is my recommendation after working on bikes for 40 rears. I found that setting up the app was harder than adjusting the derailleur shift...
Bike Repair Tips | How to fix wobbly bicycle wheel or loose axle #bike #bikerepair #bike
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Bicycle Repair tips for fixing loose rear wheel or wobbly wheel. How to approach the bike repair and the tools you will need. If your axle rocks back and forth and has lots of play you will need a new replacement wheel. This is because the hub is damaged from being loose. If you adjust the axle it will help for a bit of time, then loosen up again. The best thing to do is replace the wheel if yo...
Unboxing NEW Retro Cook Brothers BMX Cranks | Best BMX Parts Reviews #bike #bikelife
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This is a review of the new Cook Brothers BMX Cranks. These are retro old school designed BMX parts with the Sealed American Bottom Bracket included. Chrome Plated BMX Cranks. BMX Racing, Freestyle, Dirt Jumping, BMX Parts, BMX Bikes, Videos, Mountain and Road Bikes. Please subscribe so you will be informed of the newest best bmx bike parts available. Support small business so we can continue y...
Best 3pc BMX Cranks for Old School Bike Builds | Affordable, Redline Flight and #bike
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These are some of the best affordable BMX cranks you can buy for old school retro BMX bike builds. Review the Profile, GT and Redline 3pc cranks. These quality low priced three piece cranks can be used on both racing and freestyle bikes. The Profile cranks have a higher price but these 3 pc cranks are made in America. BMX Racing, Freestyle, Dirt Jumping, BMX Parts, BMX Bikes, Videos, Mountain a...
Animal Akimbo BMX 3pc Cranks, Top Rated Freestyle BMX Parts #bmx #bmxfreestyle
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Animal Akimbo BMX 3pc Cranks, Top Rated Freestyle BMX Parts #bmx #bmxfreestyle
Bullseye Hubs Old School Retro Race | BMX Bike Build #bikelife #bmx #shorts
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Bullseye Hubs Old School Retro Race | BMX Bike Build #bikelife #bmx #shorts
Huge Canyon Gap Flip Plus #bike #downhillmtb #bmxlife
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Huge Canyon Gap Flip Plus #bike #downhillmtb #bmxlife
Bullseye BMX Cranks, Top of Line USA BMX Parts #bmx #bmxracing
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Bullseye BMX Cranks, Top of Line USA BMX Parts #bmx #bmxracing
Titanium Bicycle Spokes: Natural and Rainbow Colored #bmx #bmxracing
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Titanium Bicycle Spokes: Natural and Rainbow Colored #bmx #bmxracing
Scooter or Ebike Power Not Working? Check This! Americancycle.com Repair Video #bikerepair #ebikes
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Scooter or Ebike Power Not Working? Check This! Americancycle.com Repair Video #bikerepair #ebikes
Redline Flight Cranks: Install Information on Old School BMX Bike Parts Retro #bmx #bikerepair
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Redline Flight Cranks: Install Information on Old School BMX Bike Parts Retro #bmx #bikerepair
Wing Eating Contest is Insane, Wingfest 2023, New York #food #chicken #foodlover
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Wing Eating Contest is Insane, Wingfest 2023, New York #food #chicken #foodlover
How to install Disc Brake Pads on Ebike or Electric Scooter, Fix, Repair #ebike #bmx #bikerepair
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How to install Disc Brake Pads on Ebike or Electric Scooter, Fix, Repair #ebike #bmx #bikerepair
Crazy Walk Around at Blues on the Bridge, New York #music #concerts #band
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Crazy Walk Around at Blues on the Bridge, New York #music #concerts #band
How to Fix Creaking Crank, Crank Arm Removal, Bike Repair, Creaky Bicycle Pedaling, #bike #bmx #mtb
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How to Fix Creaking Crank, Crank Arm Removal, Bike Repair, Creaky Bicycle Pedaling, #bike #bmx #mtb
How to Fix Loose Crank Correctly, BB Install & Removal, Bike Repair, Pedals Wobble, #bike #bmx
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How to Fix Loose Crank Correctly, BB Install & Removal, Bike Repair, Pedals Wobble, #bike #bmx
How To Adjust Brakes on Purple Huffy Bike #bikerepair #bikelife #ebike #bike
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How To Adjust Brakes on Purple Huffy Bike #bikerepair #bikelife #ebike #bike
Odyssey Mid BB, Bearings for BMX Cranks in Colors and Sizes
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Odyssey Mid BB, Bearings for BMX Cranks in Colors and Sizes
LDC BMX Racing Cranks for Mini. High End BMX Racing Parts at Americancycle.com ACE #bmx #bmxracing
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LDC BMX Racing Cranks for Mini. High End BMX Racing Parts at Americancycle.com ACE #bmx #bmxracing
Show Chrome Bullseye Roger Round Retro Pedals, High Value BMX Racing Parts, #shorts #bmx #bmxlife
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Show Chrome Bullseye Roger Round Retro Pedals, High Value BMX Racing Parts, #shorts #bmx #bmxlife
Bullseye American BB, BMX Crank Racing Parts, SE Racing Gold #shorts #bmx #bmxlife
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Bullseye American BB, BMX Crank Racing Parts, SE Racing Gold #shorts #bmx #bmxlife
Bullseye BMX Press in Headset, BMX Racing Parts, American Made #shorts #bmx
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Bullseye BMX Press in Headset, BMX Racing Parts, American Made #shorts #bmx
ebike Rear Wheel Removal Tips, Bike Repair of Flat Tire #bikerepair #bikelife #ebike
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ebike Rear Wheel Removal Tips, Bike Repair of Flat Tire #bikerepair #bikelife #ebike
Truing Bicycle Wheels Tips, See When a Rim is Beyond Repair. Mechanic Video. #bmx #bike #bikerepair
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Truing Bicycle Wheels Tips, See When a Rim is Beyond Repair. Mechanic Video. #bmx #bike #bikerepair
Elf Double Cross Retro Old School Bike Repair Upgrades, Profile, Bullseye, #bikerepair #bikelife
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Elf Double Cross Retro Old School Bike Repair Upgrades, Profile, Bullseye, #bikerepair #bikelife
How to Install Profile Retro BMX Cranks Elf Bike Americancycle.com #bikerepair #bikelife #ebike
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How to Install Profile Retro BMX Cranks Elf Bike Americancycle.com #bikerepair #bikelife #ebike
How to Remove 1pc BMX Cranks on Elf Double Cross Bike Americancycle.com #bikerepair #bikelife #ebike
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How to Remove 1pc BMX Cranks on Elf Double Cross Bike Americancycle.com #bikerepair #bikelife #ebike
How to Adjust Gears on Bike Rear Derailleur, Same on Ebikes, Americancycle.com #bikerepair #bikelife
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How to Adjust Gears on Bike Rear Derailleur, Same on Ebikes, Americancycle.com #bikerepair #bikelife

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @whitefeatherslinger8194
    @whitefeatherslinger8194 3 дні тому

    Is that bike a magnum??

  • @whitefeatherslinger8194
    @whitefeatherslinger8194 3 дні тому

    If there juliet u can trust them against water once tightened!9yrs runnin with many of these connections on all wires ,best ive come across for weather

  • @hiragasaito8651
    @hiragasaito8651 15 днів тому

    No way 😂

  • @AmitKhan-w9h
    @AmitKhan-w9h 20 днів тому

  • @yuckfuzi
    @yuckfuzi 21 день тому

    Did they come with scratches?

  • @JoshuaDomoslai
    @JoshuaDomoslai 26 днів тому

    Really nice stuff, just went on their website. A bit out of my price range tho

  • @minecraftguy3657
    @minecraftguy3657 28 днів тому

    I liked it a lot seeing him put that back wheel down and ride only on it, that was neat!

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 28 днів тому

      Always a Good Time at the Skatepark. ACEBMX.com

  • @mattkeller5388
    @mattkeller5388 Місяць тому

    Are the love levers gonna be significantly smoother than your standard tektro or dia-compes? Love the bling, and the bearings, but how do they feel?

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 28 днів тому

      It will feel better. That sealed bearing hinge helps. ACEBMX.com

  • @troycote4503
    @troycote4503 Місяць тому

    Hutch frame?

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 28 днів тому

      Here is more info about that Hutch Bike americancycle.com/a-owners-hutch-custom-pro-racer-bike/

    • @troycote4503
      @troycote4503 28 днів тому

      @@americancycle My mother got me a Hutch Pro Raider when I was 13, I'm 52 now.I built it up with my Paper Route money! I wish I still had it.

  • @Bassman1999
    @Bassman1999 Місяць тому

    Would be a whole lot better without that stupid music blasting out!

  • @CarlosReza-cg2kr
    @CarlosReza-cg2kr Місяць тому

    Nesesito un Par

  • @zeustheentertainer
    @zeustheentertainer Місяць тому

    Mines are connected very tight, which should I do to loosen it up

  • @Dontbitetheapple777
    @Dontbitetheapple777 Місяць тому

    Cool thank you for the heads up..

  • @DREKOWICK69
    @DREKOWICK69 Місяць тому

    thank you and we all can do this! trust me

  • @solo7209
    @solo7209 Місяць тому

    So idk if rats or my dog chewed my cable but the sort one that connects to the hub is broken where can I find a replacement?

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 28 днів тому

      Usually the Manufacturer. Americancycle.com

  • @nicholas7142
    @nicholas7142 Місяць тому

    What kind of pedals do you use?

  • @calebyron6535
    @calebyron6535 2 місяці тому

    They are beautiful looking cranks but wow the price of them!! Glad you made a video they are sweet for sure!!

  • @rainbowhiker
    @rainbowhiker 2 місяці тому

    It better be nice for $300.

  • @EvendimataE
    @EvendimataE 2 місяці тому

    can it take 5 or 7 speed freewheel? i want to convert my low rider to magwheel but i want 5 or 7 speed

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 28 днів тому

      You would need to thread a FW on and see if fits within your frame with proper clearance.

  • @RidersRepublicContent.
    @RidersRepublicContent. 2 місяці тому

    Is this website reliable??

  • @davidvanveen2278
    @davidvanveen2278 2 місяці тому

    Spline or bolt on sprocket? Any recommendations?

    • @calebyron6535
      @calebyron6535 2 місяці тому

      I have never dealt with a spline on sprocket myself but if i where to go that route I’d personally would (if possible which I’d assume it is) get crank assembly with sprocket included from one manufacturer to ensure a proper fit/spline alignment. Just my thought but once again I’ve never dealt with them.🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @hannasandstrom7123
    @hannasandstrom7123 2 місяці тому

    Can I get a 24” tuff with coaster break? Or is it possible to cchange a pair of freewheels to coasters?

  • @chebby7
    @chebby7 2 місяці тому

    I just did this the other day, then I watched this and had a moment thinking I'd put it on the wrong way. Fortunately my past self installed it correctly.

  • @davidmassey3787
    @davidmassey3787 2 місяці тому

    At 400$

  • @pasyadordecanada4908
    @pasyadordecanada4908 2 місяці тому

    where did you connect the white wire plss answer

  • @menorthedge
    @menorthedge 2 місяці тому

    Its not 43 NM torque then

  • @puidokaamindaugas510
    @puidokaamindaugas510 2 місяці тому

    My zundapp z801 starting support from 20 km/h and not always ???I

  • @pierrenj79
    @pierrenj79 3 місяці тому

    Mine has E22 error code ( gotrax F5 while)

  • @brucekelley201
    @brucekelley201 3 місяці тому

    I have the same bike 😅

  • @qbarnes1893
    @qbarnes1893 3 місяці тому

    ‘ iff you don’t take it to a professional ‘ and yet an adjustable wrench is ok? Been a professional engineer all my life, only ever considered using an adjustable wrench in emergencies or possibly if no correct spanner is available... Apart from that, great vid dude...

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 3 місяці тому

      An adjustable wrench can help if there is very little torque needed to loosen your parts. This is because an adjustable wrench has a tendency to slip and strip the parts you are working on. Thanks.

  • @SAMDARKify
    @SAMDARKify 3 місяці тому

    I have a gold pair , la primo los volvio a poner en stock?

  • @alene845
    @alene845 4 місяці тому

    'Promosm' 🙋

  • @3rdWorldNola
    @3rdWorldNola 4 місяці тому

    Yea, he didnt nitrus circus 🎪😢

  • @DarynM19
    @DarynM19 4 місяці тому

    What is the tool called that you took off the bottom bracket with. The one that you were struggling to get on

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 3 місяці тому

      Parktool HCW-11. I can get you one at Americancycle.com

  • @marcosramos4596
    @marcosramos4596 4 місяці тому

    Saving me lots of money!!

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 3 місяці тому

      Great, thanks for the comments.

  • @besmirbajrami625
    @besmirbajrami625 4 місяці тому

    My bike have not a plug for that wire, can i cat the wire so i can take the speed freewheel off ?

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 3 місяці тому

      Why do you have to cut the wires?

  • @440phoenix
    @440phoenix 5 місяців тому

    New to this, but can i use the sprocket from my old bike? Thanks 👍

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 5 місяців тому

      Yes if its 16T or larger and the thread-on type.

  • @MoAshVisualTalkShow
    @MoAshVisualTalkShow 5 місяців тому

    I was just thinking this, thank you for this video brother checking connections now❤

  • @danielryan95
    @danielryan95 5 місяців тому

    That was just a flip whip

  • @kylejacktucker
    @kylejacktucker 5 місяців тому

    Mine was lose i push together it goes but then couole hours later even after i zip toes it together it did the same and cut out the motor

    • @juwon2228
      @juwon2228 5 місяців тому

      Order new cables

  • @ganduworld2729
    @ganduworld2729 6 місяців тому

    My e-bike was not working properly then I saw your video then my problem is solved Thank you so much for making this video

  • @joshlenz2761
    @joshlenz2761 6 місяців тому

    There is no blood left in my feet after watching this.

  • @rickybobbycatfrog
    @rickybobbycatfrog 6 місяців тому

    Want that sprocket

  • @Coastal_Cruzer
    @Coastal_Cruzer 7 місяців тому

    Your shop is a vibe

  • @grahamhammond
    @grahamhammond 7 місяців тому

    What's the weight?

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 7 місяців тому

      4.50lbs with the frame and dropout hardware.

  • @jaycahow4667
    @jaycahow4667 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for making this video as I know it takes time and effort to edit and post them. That being said I have a few suggestions for you and others watching from an old time mechanic. First off your title is inaccurate, what you are really fixing is a loose bottom bracket. Fixing a loose crank would be that the crank arms are loose and the bottom bracket is fine (which usually would be fixed by tightening the crank bolts). Loose cranks are common when people do not tighten their crank bolts enough initially or after the first few rides after installation. So if you feel a wobble in your cranks arms you first have to identify whether one or both cranks are loose or if the bottom bracket is loose (or both might be loose). There are two different issues with different solutions. If you push and pull on one crank arm and it is wobbles and then try the other crank arm and it wobbles then the bottom bracket is loose (this is assuming the cranks are tight). This is because the are connected to the same axle so if there is bearing play then it causes both sides to wobble. This is the situation this video addresses. If you push and pull on both crank arms and only one wobbles then the crank arm that wobbles needs its retaining bolt tightened to stop the wobbling. If you tighten the loose side and it still wobbles or it keeps coming loose then you probably have damaged the crank arm by riding it loose and it will have to be replaced. As mentioned in this video it is not a good thing to be riding when your cranks wobble. You either wreak the bottom bracket or your crank arm (which is more expensive). It is a good idea to regularly check for a wobble in your crank or bottom as they can come loose. It is easiest to check if you rotate your crank until it is parallel to your seat tube then push and pull against that tube looking for any movement. As far as the video you mention the importance of screwing in the crank puller fully before tightening it to protect the crank arm threads. You do this on the drive side with a wrench and then just screw it in by hand on the non drive side. You should do it on both sides. I would agree that it is much easier to use a thin wall socket and a ratchet to loosen/tighten the crank bolts and tighten the crank puller. You do not have to continually adjust the tool or worry about the pedal position. This applies to loosening and tightening the bearing cups as well. Park tool wrenches work but are clumsy. I would agree that sealed bottom brackets are the way to go and have replaced retained bearings. They are much easier to work on and go much longer before wearing out or getting contaminated. Remember he is working on a bike with British bottom threads which is most common type and JIS tapers which is the most common type. Other thread types like Italian do not screw out the same way and Italian cranks use different tapers as well so if you purchase a third party bottom you need to know your crank brand to make sure they match. As mentioned you need to know the correct axle length (or be pretty close) and bottom shell width. You can measure these with a caliper or ruler. Traditionally road bikes have 68mm shells and mountain bikes have wider 73mm shells. He was working on a mountain bike but mentioned using a 68mm bottom so I hope he measured correctly. Try to completely clean out the bottom shell threads before any re-assembly. A tooth brush works great and watch your fingers as the threads can be sharp. You should be able to completely thread in both bearing cups by hand if the threads are clean and as mentioned be careful that they are threading in correctly and not cross threading. As mentioned the bottom cartridge needs to go in the correct way. The longer axle side is always the drive side just in case they are not marked. I would put some grease (not oil ) or preferably anti seize compound on the bearing cup threads. I would put in the drive side cup in first and completely tighten it down before doing anything much with the non drive side. Then I would attach the drive side crank arm and completely tighten it down. Make sure you completely clean the axle tapers and crank arms holes before attaching either crank arm and make sure you put the chain around the bottom shell or on the chain ring before attaching the drive arm. One the drive arm is tightened then you can tighten the non drive cup and use the drive arm to push and pull against the bike until all bearing play is eliminated. Then tighten down the lock ring (if one is used for your cartridge). It is much easier to adjust the non drive cup and lock ring with the non drive crank arm not attached. Then finally attach and tighten down the non drive crank arm. I would put the chain on the bottom shell so the arms can spin and give them a hard spin to make sure they spin freely and that the bearings are not too tight. I have seen cases where bottoms could not even be turned by hand with the arms off but it was not noticed with the crank arms attached. Remember that both crank arm bolts need to be checked and probably tightened after the first couple rides otherwise they might start to work loose. Your crank arms will make an air tight friction seal on the tapers which is why they need to be pulled off.

  • @mikkiv222
    @mikkiv222 8 місяців тому

    Check your hall sensors mate there on that pcb

  • @fernandocadena2625
    @fernandocadena2625 8 місяців тому

    Damn bro this is nice how much was this if you dont mind me asking thanks for the upload

    • @americancycle
      @americancycle 8 місяців тому

      americancycle.com/search.php?search_query=bullseye+&section=product

  • @jeppemadsen2497
    @jeppemadsen2497 9 місяців тому

    Mine wont shut off. I suspect it is condensation somewhere. Anybody know What it could be!?’v

    • @Upstate_sonic
      @Upstate_sonic 9 місяців тому

      Maybe your wire has pulled out for the switch I recommend hooking a key switch directly in between the battery and controller and use that

  • @americanbloodhound477
    @americanbloodhound477 9 місяців тому

    Sick bro