In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the various components that make up a bicycle and explain the function of each part. From the handlebars to the brakes, we’ll cover everything you need to know to have a better understanding of your bike.
Learn Parts of a Bicycle in English.
Parts of a Bicycle
List of Parts of a Bicycle
- Frame
- Fork
- Handlebars
- Headset
- Stem
- Brake levers
- Brake calipers
- Brake pads
- Cranks
- Chainring
- Chain
- Derailleur
- Shifters
- Cogset or Cassette
- Pedals
- Rim
- Spokes
- Hub
- Tire
- Inner tube
- Seat
- Seatpost
- Saddle
- Water bottle holder
- Racks
- Fenders
- Lights
- Kickstand
Parts of a Bicycle with Usage
A bicycle also called a cycle or bike, is a human-powered, pedal-driven, single-track vehicle, having two wheels attached to a frame, one behind the other.
- brake lever – a lever for actuating a bicycle brake
- frame – the mechanical core of a bicycle, the frame provides points of attachment for the various components that make up the machine
- seat bag – a small storage accessory hung from the back of a seat
- pedal – mechanical interface between foot and crank arm
- brake – devices used to stop or slow down a bicycle
- chain – a system of interlinking pins, plates and rollers that transmits power from the front sprocket(s) to the rear sprocket(s)
- wheel – as in common usage
- handlebar – a lever attached, usually using an intermediary stem, to the steerer tube of the fork
- fork – a mechanical assembly that integrates a bicycle’s frame to its front wheel and handlebars, allowing steering by virtue of its steerer tube
- basket – cargo carrier
- cone – holds bearings in place, pressed against the cup
- reflector: reflects light to make bicycle evident when the illuminated by headlights of other vehicles
- hub – the core of a wheel; contains bearings and, in a traditional wheel, has drilled flanges for attachment of spokes
- spoke – connects wheel rim to hub
- rim – that part of a wheel to which the tire is attached and often forms part of the braking mechanism
- tire – as in common usage. Usually pneumatic
- valve stem – port for adding or releasing air from the inner tube
- bell – an audible device for warning pedestrians and other cyclists
- bar ends – extensions at the end of straight handlebars to allow for multiple hand positions
Bhavesh Taware
Sunday 6th of June 2021
chain wheel function
emme
Sunday 4th of October 2020
gedbdv
Alina :)
Tuesday 13th of October 2020
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Laxman Singh Sahu
Tuesday 2nd of June 2020
Excellent knowledge
Emeka Celestina
Thursday 31st of August 2023
@Laxman Singh Sahu, That's true but the crank function is missing