You are hereForums / By Discipline / Mountain (off road) / MTB Gear / bb and derailleurs

bb and derailleurs


thehairynurse's picture

By thehairynurse - Posted on 21 August 2010

NB: Originally posted elsewhere on the Global Riders Network and appears via syndication.

i think my bottom bracket is a shimano octalink but not sure unless i take it off, and was wondering if it is compatable with any bb if i was to upgrade it or do i need to get another shimano. the bike is an avanti barracuda 2004 or 05 model- it had the red squarish frame with manitou axel fork and also how do i tell if my derailluer is a long or short cage?

Tags
Antsonline's picture

if you have 3 chainrings, and you have never changed your rear derailler, it will be a long cage. If you are thinking of replacing it, you'll need another long cage (assuming you are still running 3 chainrings).

God knows what BB came on your bike, but mate - google is your friend. The original spec will be out there somewhere. t'internets an enormous thing. Give it a good search.

Comment viewing options

Select your preferred way to display the comments and click "Save settings" to activate your changes.
Best Mountain Bike