| Looking to upgrade your bike with some used bike | | | | Like most used bike parts there is plenty of choice |
| parts? It's a great idea to use second-hand items to | | | | when it comes to second-hand cranks. Buying a used |
| enhance the performance of your bike without | | | | crank can again save you money if it is functioning |
| spending a fortune. Here are 5 of the most commonly | | | | correctly. As with all used bike parts you should |
| bought used bike parts and why they can be brilliant | | | | inspect each item thoroughly if possible or check with |
| bought pre-loved. | | | | the seller that they accepts returns in the event that |
| Frames | | | | you are unsatisfied. Buying a used crank can be a |
| With such an array of bike frames on the market | | | | great way to get your hands on one that is the |
| there's no doubt you'll be able to find the bike frame | | | | perfect fit for you. Some cyclists, in particular women |
| you desire second-hand. Buying second-hand bike | | | | and children, can find it difficult to find a crank that is |
| frames is a particularly good idea for making a saving | | | | the right length, so buying second-hand means that |
| on the more expensive frames such as those built in | | | | when you do find one that fits perfectly you won't |
| carbon fibre or titanium. If you want to upgrade your | | | | have to spend a fortune. |
| bicycle a different frame can completely transform | | | | Forks |
| your ride and when you buy used bike parts this one | | | | Used bike forks are an excellent way to get a top |
| item alone can dramatically improve your bike as a | | | | brand item on your ride. Suspension forks like |
| whole. | | | | Cannondale, Fox, Manitou, Marzocchi, and RockShox |
| Wheels | | | | can be a lot cheaper when they are bought already |
| There are many components that make up a bike | | | | used. As with bike frames, when you buy forks |
| wheel; hub, axle, bearings, rim, spokes are several | | | | second-hand you can also make a saving on the more |
| examples. If you find you have an issue with any | | | | expensive materials such as carbon fibre and titanium. |
| aspect of your wheel and feel you are not capable of | | | | Pedals |
| repairing each element in turn, one way around it is to | | | | Buying second-hand pedals can be a nice way to |
| buy a complete high quality used bike wheel and save | | | | make your bike perfect for you. Sometimes the pedals |
| yourself a lot of hassle. Bike wheels are great used | | | | that are present when you first buy your bike just |
| when they are being sold simply because the original | | | | don't feel completely comfortable and higher |
| rider wants to upgrade to something better. They are | | | | performance could be possible with a different design |
| one of the used bike parts you will need to check | | | | or brand. Buying used pedals can be especially |
| thoroughly however and it's often best to give them a | | | | worthwhile if you are looking for the more expensive |
| test run on your own bike frame if possible too. | | | | pedals such as the magnesium designs best for |
| Cranks | | | | freeride and downhill riding. |