Nothing can ruin a cyclocross race faster than a mechanical. Sure, some mechanicals are the result of bad luck, but many are eminently preventable via proper bike maintenance. One of the most common ...

Choosing between a chain drive and a belt drive for your e-bike can feel a bit overwhelming, but understanding their differences can make the decision easier. In this post, we’ll break down the key ...

What is the best transmission for a motorcycle: chain, belt or shaft drive? Some say motorcycle riders only wear black t-shirts and jackets because old chains used to cover them in oil. That could ...

If you’ve been following all the e-bike content we’ve been churning out on InsideEVs, you’re well aware that today’s e-bikes are so much more than bicycles with motors strapped onto them. Consumers ...

What are some outstanding design/ construction features in a chain drive, and how do they contribute to higher productivity? Chains are versatile components used in power transmission, conveying, and ...

Productivity is a shared goal in industrial applications, involving designers, component makers, and end users. Everyone plays a role. In this report, the editors of Motion System Design polled belt ...

It’s time for some basic maintenance on our 1998 Triumph Tiger project bike. So we thought it might be a good idea to record some of the work for the benefit of others. We’re also trying a slightly ...

Theoretically a belt drive makes for a great upgrade to a bicycle, as it replaces the heavier, noisy and relatively maintenance-heavy roller chain with a zero-maintenance, whisper-quiet and ...