Torque Values Bicycle Components

The following table lists general torque specifications for common brands and components.

Torque values bicycle components. The venzo bicycle bike torque wrench allen key tool socket set kit comes with a perfect gauge when it comes to carbon parts. We will keep this chart updated so if you want to add information or notice any errors please let us know. Tip 3 look for a bike specific torque wrench as they will be sold with allen key bolt sizes typically found on bicycle components and have settings for the low torque values suitable for bicycles. If you choose to work on your own bicycle you must use a torque wrench and the correct tightening torque specifications from the bicycle or component manufacturer or from your dealer.

United bicycle institute torque chart component inch pound nm component inch pound nm bottom bracket cartridge chainring bolts body adapter cups steel shimano 435 608 49 1 68 7 shimano 70 95 7 9 10 7 bottom bracket outboard aluminum bearing cups shimano 44 88 5 0 9 9 shimano 305 435 34 5 49 1 hubs. As carbon fiber becomes increasingly common in the mountain bike world and components get lighter and lighter it s more important than ever to ensure bolts are tightened to the proper torque. In other words if you reach a firm grip before you reach the max value then leave it. If you reach exceed the max torque and there still is no firm grip then tolerances are incorrect and you probably do not want to match said parts.

Contact the manufacturer for updated torque specifications. Tip 2 do not put the torque wrench away tensioned. The bicycle specific torque value chart is also available as a pdf file. The 13702 screwdriver has a range of 1 2 to 6 n m and can be adjusted in 0 1 n m increments.

1 intro to torque. Threaded fasteners nuts and bolts are used to hold many components to the bike. A torque table for bicycles. As a fastener is tightened the fastener actually flexes and stretches much like a rubber band.

Do it right use this torque guide. Your classic torque wrench is in effect a sophisticated spanner handle. But a lot of bike parts don t need the high torque you can reach with a spanner and for those applications the easy turning of a screwdriver handle is more convenient. A professional bicycle mechanic with a torque wrench should torque the fasteners on you bicycle.

Adjust back to 0 as it can affect the calibration otherwise. It has a quarter inch torque fix set with a torque range of 2 24nm. The broad spectrum makes it ideal for most of the bolts and nuts on your bike.