normal wear and tear?

[Uni]

 

my bike is less than 2 weeks old, is this rubbing normal.

Edited January 7, 2014 by Uni

[Mojoman]

Is there a picture missing here?

[Super Sywurm]

Well...

[Capricorn]

LOL...question is Uni, do u like the rubbing?

[Uni]

LOL...question is Uni, do u like the rubbing?

 

well now.... that would be telling

have added the pic

[rouxtjie]

Yep, cable rub happens quick

 

Go to linux yamaha on malibongwe and get a roll of raceface tape...alternatively, you do get little rubber protectors that fit over the cable at the rubbing point, but they eventually also rub through

[Capricorn]

well now.... that would be telling

have added the pic

 

no need to be shy

But its too long for you, that's why it's rubbing so hard.

 

lol.. the cable that is..

 

if it were slightly trimmed, it wouldn't be hitting the fork crown. That said, if you can get some clear protective tape, you can prevent it in future. But a proper cable housing trim will prevent it from happening from the get-go.

 

edit: dont suppose you know the joke about sandpaper sue?

Edited January 7, 2014 by Capricorn

[patches]

no need to be shy

But its too long for you, that's why it's rubbing so hard.

 

lol.. the cable that is..

 

if it were slightly trimmed, it wouldn't be hitting the fork crown. That said, if you can get some clear protective tape, you can prevent it in future. But a proper cable housing trim will prevent it from happening from the get-go.

 

yup! had something similar on a fork. Trimmed the cable slightly and it lifted it off the crown (and still clear of the frame).

[Uni]

Ok I won't be trimming anything as that could turn out to be an expensive noob mistake but have pulled the cables back so slack is away from the fork. My concern is rust .

 

[rouxtjie]

Ok I won't be trimming anything as that could turn out to be an expensive noob mistake but have pulled the cables back so slack is away from the fork. My concern is rust .

Looks like a Alu crown....shouldnt rust. Go get the raceface tape...you can do all your bikes, all your friend's bikes and have enough for any future bikes you may own. Sommer do your down tube for knicks from rocks whilst you at it.

[Uni]

Ok tx guys. :-)

[Capricorn]

Ok I won't be trimming anything as that could turn out to be an expensive noob mistake but have pulled the cables back so slack is away from the fork. My concern is rust .

 

aluminium is very stable as the surface normal oxidizes and rate of further oxidation (rusting) essentially slows to imperceptable levels. It does not rust like exposed ferritic materials, ie aggressively and continuously.

 

But someone that does spraypainting can very easily fix the cosmetic damage already incurred and restore the paintwork to brand new.

[ChUkKy]

If you know anyone in the label print industry, get yourself an offcut of clear vinyl or clear polyester with hotmelt adhesive.

Thats what I use.... cut it myself to the shape I want and stick it on

[SwissVan]

my bike is less than 2 weeks old, is this rubbing normal.

 

 

Oooh that's not nice, did u buy the bike new?

A good bike mechanic / Bike shop should have seen that and fixed it before you took delivery.

 

I wouldn't worry to much about rust / corrosion as long as you keep the shiny bit clean (polished with good quality car polish) BUT a coat or 2 of quality paint will offer the best protection.

[Super Sywurm]

That is normal...

[Uni]

I'll see if I can find some tape. I'm trying to not be too anal about scratches and dings as I know it will happen.

 

 

Oooh that's not nice, did u buy the bike new?

A good bike mechanic / Bike shop should have seen that and fixed it before you took delivery.

 

I wouldn't worry to much about rust / corrosion as long as you keep the shiny bit clean (polished with good quality car polish) BUT a coat or 2 of quality paint will offer the best protection.

Yeah it's a new bike I think it's just more noticeable on a white frame.

 

If you know anyone in the label print industry, get yourself an offcut of clear vinyl or clear polyester with hotmelt adhesive.

Thats what I use.... cut it myself to the shape I want and stick it on

I'll try and see if I can find the tape somewhere close to home, but the moving of cables should prevent some further damage.

 

That is normal...

Glad it wasn't something I did