Should I learn to replace a crankset or let a local bike shop do it?

Question

My fixie I ordered was great for 2 months. After that something was wrong with the crankset and I have to replace it. So I found a crankset on amazon for 64$, and if possible could someone recommend an better crankset but no more than 100$. Also I found a youtube tutorial to remove a crankset, but I don't know if I should do it by myself or go to a bike shop to do it because I don't want to screw up my bike. Thanks!

The websites I got it from:

My bike: http://www.citygrounds.com/6ku/6ku-nebula-fixed-gear-bike-3043

The crankset I am about to order: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CV6M16C/ref=ox_sc_sfl_image_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A23T6XU6FO5KFM

The tutorial: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64m1mmPFxcc

Answer 1

Before asking if you should learn to change your crank set; determine if you have the proper tools to do it. If you don't have them that's an additional expense. However once you do have the tools and knowledge then you'll never have pay for labor again to repair your crank.

Answer 2

The things you don't know are what could be costly. First, it would be useful to know what went wrong with your original crankset, you don't explain this. Next, the crank you chose may require a different length bottom bracket spindle than the original crank. If that is the case, you would also need a new bottom bracket which would require another tool. Not knowing what went wrong with the original crank, it is possible to speculate that it isn't the crank but the bottom bracket that needs attention. You really should have a good bike mechanic take a look at your bike. Buying a bike on the internet when you don't know how to repair one can sometimes end up costing extra money. Check with the company that sold you the bike. The crank was installed in the factory and should be covered by warranty

Answer 3

All you need is a decent pedal spanner, a crankset tool and a 14mm socket on a ratchet plus would reccomend the Topeak chain tool. Watch youtube as it's very easy to do, in fact have just converted a cotter pin bike to square taper axle chainset. If yours is square axled it's easy, otherwise if the new system would ask at the bike shop. In my time have done loads, it's usually easy to do. To make it even easier buy Shimano allan bolts for the axle as mine have, an allen key with a long handle is all you need to tighten the cranks.

Answer 4

Buy the tools and learn. The experience will be great for you when you finally decide to buy a real bike or to convert this one to something more useful.



You could also add gears to your bike. Even if your frame has horizontal back drops. There is way to attach a hanger.

Answer 5

See what happens when you buy a bike from the Internet? Warranty...30 seconds or 30 feet - whichever comes first. Let a bike shop do it.

Answer 6

It should be under warranty.

Answer 7

shop