Topic starter
how do you know what bb axel length you need?
ta
Ben
Posted : 18/01/2009 5:06 pm
Depends on BB shell width.
Posted : 18/01/2009 5:26 pm
Topic starter
so if i have a 68mm shell width, what size axle would i be looking for?
ta
Posted : 19/01/2009 5:23 pm
depends on the cranks you want to use, and the centre line of the bike. Most new-ish bikes are designed around a 50mm chainline, older bikes tend to be narrower than that.
TBH, bikes tend to vary a lot, some best place to start for advice is the manufacturer.
Posted : 19/01/2009 5:27 pm
