bike chain
Bicycle power transmission
A bike chain is the loop of linked metal segments that transfers power from the pedals to the rear wheel of a bicycle.
The chain engages with toothed sprockets, converting the rider's pedaling into forward motion.
Bike chains require periodic cleaning and lubrication: My bike chain keeps slipping.
The phrase sometimes appears in descriptions of improvised weapons.
- sprocketToothed wheel for chains
- derailleurBike gear changer
- gearToothed wheel or belongings
- pedalFoot-operated lever
- crankRotary operating handle
links · grease · rust · oil · tension · cassette · teeth · metal · snap · loop · quick release · lube · skip · squeak · worn out · drivetrain · wheelie · spoke
- chainscuban link, links, link, multi-strand, keychain
- bike maintenancetire lever, floor pump, patch kit, hex keys, tire patch
- drivetrain partstransmission, driveshaft, gearbox, axle, differential
- linkshyperlink, external link, internal link, connection, dead link