Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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What size unicycle to buy?
How to measure your leg length?
You need to take a book or a DVD case and put it between the persons legs as if they were sitting on a Unicycle (the same as sitting on a Bicycle seat). Now squeeze the Book between your legs, holding it as tig...
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How to ride a Unicycle
This section aims to guide you through the basics so you can learn to ride. It includes the preparation required before you even start to learn. The video clips in this section are from the Unicycle Skills DVD, a 43 minute introduction to unicycling. Read more
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Different styles of Unicycling?
There are lots of different styles of unicycles because there are lots of different things you can do on a unicycle. When deciding which unicycle is suitable for you it is worth deciding what sort of riding you plan to use the unicycle for. Here are so...
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How to teach Unicycling
Teaching someone to ride a unicycle can be very rewarding and here is a structured guide to help you.
There are 5 progressive stages to the learning to ride a unicycle.- Getting on the unicycle
- Finding Ba...
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Building Basic Unicycle (Video)
This is an instructional video showing you how to assemble the Unicycle.com's Hoppley range, or any other basic unicycle. Step by step guide showing you everything you get in the box from Unicycle.com, any problems you can get into.
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Beginners Unicycling Tips
Unicycles and their components will last for many years if maintained properly. Here are some tips to help keep your unicycle running smoothly.
Before the First Ride
After initial assembly, check to insure all bolts are tight. Especia...
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How much is delivery?
Although we are a UK store we can ship almost anywhere in the world. Delivery in the UK for Unicycles and larger items is typically £9.50.
To get an accurate delivery quotation:
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Do they have a warranty?
Yes, our unicycles have a one year warranty against manufacturer’s defects.
Additionally, we offer you a 28 day cooling off period on all purchases. Just return it to us unused, in resalable condition an...
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How do I return an item?
Should you wish to return an item, for either a refund or an exchange, we offer a 28-day cooling off period on purchases. We understand this might be too short during the Christmas period, so it’s extended from November 1st until January 15th.
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Will I pay duty and taxes on my order?
United Kingdom
For orders delivered to the UK, the price you have seen in the checkout is the total you will pay delivered.
Outside the United Kingdom
If you live OUTSIDE, the UK then the 20% UK...
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What is wrong with cheap Unicycles?
Many of these unicycles are sold by people who know nothing about the unicycles and their only interest is to make a quick buck. As unicyclists we get annoyed by phrases like “suitable for most adults” or "Super Strong Unicycles" when the unicycles are...
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Can I buy from my local store?
In most cases, no.
No bike shop would stock the full range of our unicycles; at best you may get a simple model to select from. They often do not have the experience to advise you correcctly on which model or even the correct fit for a unicycle...
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UDC Penny Farthings Manufacturers Page
UDC Penny Farthings are from the worlds leading manufacturer and distributor of modern penny farthings.
They supply penny farthings for all your needs; whether you are just riding or racing and trying break a world record. UDC stands for Unicyc...
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Impact Unicycles Manufacturers Page
Impact Unicycles is the best manufacturer in the world for trials and flatland unicycles. Although the brand was started in 2009 by the famous French rider Yogi. It is now wholly owned by Unicycle.com. Designed by unicyclists, ridden by world champions...
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Club Unicycles Manufacturers Page
Club Unicycles is one of the base house brands of Unicycle.com.
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The Club Unicycle range of very popular quality, versatile unicycles that are designed for children through to adults. They are designed by unicyclists for unicyclists.
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Nimbus Unicycles Manufacturers Page
Nimbus Unicycles was started in 2001 and is the premier house brand of Unicycle.com.
The brand was started to help differentiate between our standard unicycles and the newer higher end unicycles we were designing in response to the requests fro...
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Pedal Adjustment Tutorial
Here is a quick tutorial on how to adjust your pedal bearings. If your pedals are clicking or spin to freely, this tutorial will show you how to adjust them. These problems can happen from new or from warn pedals.
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What is the red liquid supplied with some cranks?
This is grease.
It's primary use is to put on the splines. ISIS is a tapered spline. This means to that to lock it in place it needs to be forced up a spline to the lock surface. The correct distance from the point where the crank is placed on ...
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General Unicycle maintenance
Unicycles are not complicated but they do take a little bit of maintaining. Here are some of the key points:
Creaking Cranks
Stop riding immediately and tighten! If these are left they will destroy the cranks and hub. The creak comes ...
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What size seatpost clamp do I need?
Bikes have always specified the clamps by the frame size and there are lots of sizes. luckily unicycles have considerably fewer. The seatpost clamp is alway related to the frame outer dimension, not the seatpost. Although there are some simple rules w...
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How to change bearings
Bearings on unicycles generally last a long time; even when you take your unicycle in a fountain, or the sea, or just splashing around in the mud. They do give up in the end though; normally at the worst moment possible. You hear them grinding first, t...
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How to change cranks
Here are some instructions how to change cranks over on your unicycle. There are four types of cranks commonly found on unicycles: cotterless, ISIS, splined and cotter-pinned.
Cotterless Cranks
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How to bleed your Shimano brakes
Should you find that your brake lever is becoming spongy, this often implies that the brake system has air in it. This is normal in use and can be rectified by bleeding the brakes. Most of the unicycle disk brakes are now shimano models, but the techn...
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How to replace your pads on a disc brake
Your brake pads need replacing relatively frequently. Luckily they are not expensive and it is an easy job to do.
Remember it is your safely that counts here, do not skimp on this service. Especially if you are predicting doing long down hill s...
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How to service your brake calipers
Over time your brake caliper performance may deteriorate as they get dirty. You can quite easily service them to bring them back to full performance by checking, cleaning and lubricating them:
The maintenance is critical to the longevity o...
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Building a unicycle wheel - a guide to the amateur
So WHY Build a Unicycle Wheel?
This article aims to provide all the information you need to build your own wheels. There is also the question why would anyone want to? Is it only for geeks and mad men (or women, we do need to be PC here!)? W...
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Building a simple unicycle truing stand
It is often a problem that bike shops have when they come to building unicycle wheels, their truing stands do not fit on to unicycle wheels. This is due to bikes having internal bearings and unicycles having external. There is a solution with the Read more
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Tuning new cranks on a twin chain giraffe unicycle
If you ever have to replace the cranks on a twin chain giraffe unicycle you will need to “tune” the chain system so that the two chains work correctly together. You will know if you need to tune the chain system if one chain is tight at the front while...
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Putting together a UDC Penny Farthing (Videos)
Here is an in-depth video showing how to build one of our UDC Mk4 Penny Farthings. We start right at the beginning unpacking the PF, then constructing the Rear Spine and finally mounting it all together. Plus, now we have our Penny Farthing together, t...
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What size Penny Farthing to buy?
When buying a Penny Farthing it is important to know what size you require. You cannot just put the seat up or down!
A wheel that is too large or too small will result in an uncomfortable ride. For general riding follow that table shown below. ...
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Assisted Penny Farthing Mount (Video)
In this video we show you an effective and safe way of teaching someone how to mount a Penny Farthing. With this technique you can teach anyone to ride a Penny Farthing / Ordinary Bicycle. This is a great base for anyone just starting to learn to ride....
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How to mount a Penny Farthing
We have had many requests for a video and instruction on how to mount a Penny Farthing. Here is a video that illustrates how to mount and dismount a UDC Mk4 Penny Farthing safely. It also explains the key areas to look out for on the mounting and dis...
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Braking techniques on Penny Farthings (Video)
In this video we go over a few different braking techniques on a UDC Penny Farthing, showing the differences. Then you can use your own judgment which technique would be best for the situation your facing.
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UDC Penny Farthings Manufacturers Page
UDC Penny Farthings are from the worlds leading manufacturer and distributor of modern penny farthings.
They supply penny farthings for all your needs; whether you are just riding or racing and trying break a world record. UDC stands for Unicyc...
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Different types of cranks
Cotterless
This is the standard crank that comes on most modern unicycles. The hub axle has tapered ends with a sq...
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When was the first Unicycle?
There is a theory that they were brought by the pixies. Although this is probably not true...
The unicycle was invented by James Bedford Elliott (1846-1906) - born in Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, UK. In the mid 1870's he took a penny farthing and ...
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Why are 20 x 2.5 tyres also called 19” tyres?
When trials biking was first starting they stipulated that the rear tyre must be 20inch in diameter. The bike riders wanted tyres with more cushioning for their rear wheel so Monty took a 1inch smaller old scooter rim and tyre (which is nominally 20inc...
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Where’s the other wheel?
Here are some answers to the common question of "where's the other wheel?"
- Real men (or Women) don't need two wheels.
- I'm paying for it in instalments.
- You're kidding, it was there last time I looked (and promptly fal...
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The history of Mountain Unicycling (MUni)
Article written by Roger Davies for UniMagazine
What is MUni?
Muni is the riding of unicycles off road, but it does vary dramatically. Some riders ride along canal tow paths other throw them selves down the mountain bike black run...
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What is unicycle hockey?
Playing Unicycle Hockey is an excellent way to improve basic unicycling skills. It helps with speed and maneuverability and leads to more instinctive control of the unicycle. The game is based on Ice Hockey but with a lot less contact.
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Some useful links
Although unicycling can not be called a mass sport. The internet has brought them together and there is a large network of unicyclists all around the world. Here are some useful links to help you find other riders out there out there.
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Unicycle leans to one side when ridden
There are several potential reasons for this:
1. No one's body is symmetrical. It is common for people to have one leg longer than another and our bodies compensate for this by tilting the pelvis. As you sit on the saddle it makes your...
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Description for parts of Unicycle - English
Here at Unicycle.com (UK) we want Unicycling to be as easy as possible. If you don’t know what the individual parts of Unicycles are called, this list should make it easier. This list links to the sections on our website, where you can purchase the re...
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独轮车配件说明 - 中文 (Chinese)
在Unicycle.com（UK），我们希望Unicycling尽可能简单。 如果您不知道单向循环的各个部分是什么，则此列表应该更容易。 此列表链接到我们网站上的部分，您可以根据需要购买替换部件
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Woorden voor Onderdelen van de Eenwieler (Dutch)
Hier bij Unicycle.com (VK) willen we dat Unicycling zo eenvoudig mogelijk is. Als u niet weet wat de afzonderlijke onderdelen van Unicycles worden genoemd, moet deze lijst het gemakkelijker maken. Deze lijst verwijst naar de secties op onze website, wa...
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Vocabulaire du Monocycle - Français (French)
Ici, sur Unicycle.com (UK), nous souhaitons que le monocyclisme soit aussi simple que possible. Si vous ne savez pas comment les différentes parties de Unicycles sont appelées, cette liste devrait vous faciliter la tâche. Cette liste contient des liens...
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Wortschatz des Einrad - Deutsche (German)
Hier bei Unicycle.com (UK) möchten wir, dass Unicycling so einfach wie möglich ist. Wenn Sie nicht wissen, wie die einzelnen Teile von Einrädern bezeichnet werden, sollte diese Liste dies erleichtern. Diese Liste enthält Links zu den Abschnitten auf un...
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Egykerekű termék leírás - Magyar (Hungarian)
Itt az Unicycle.com (UK) azt szeretnénk, ha az Unicycling a lehető legegyszerűbb lenne. Ha nem tudja, mi az egykerekű járművek egyes részei, akkor ez a lista könnyebbé válik. Ez a lista a honlapunkon található részekre hivatkozik, ahol szükség esetén m...
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Componenti del monociclo - Italiano (Italian)
Qui a Unicycle.com (UK) vogliamo che Unicycling sia il più semplice possibile. Se non si conoscono le singole parti di Unicycle, questa lista dovrebbe renderla più semplice. Questo elenco si collega alle sezioni sul nostro sito Web, dove è possibile ac...
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一輪車部品の説明 - 日本語 (Japanese)
ここUnicycle.com（UK）では、Unicyclingをできるだけ簡単にしたいと考えています。 一輪車の個々の部分が何と呼ばれているのかわからない場合は、このリストを見ればわかりやすくなります。 このリストは、必要に応じて交換部品を購入できる、当社のWebサイトの各セクションにリンクしています。
Here at Unicycle.com (UK) we want Unicycling to be as easy as possible. If you don’t know w...
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외발자전거 부품 설명 - 한국어 (Korean)
여기 Unicycle.com (UK)에서 우리는 Unicycling을 가능한 한 쉽게 원합니다. Unicycles의 개별 부품이 무엇인지 모르는 경우이 목록을 사용하면 더 쉽게 이해할 수 있습니다. 이 목록은 당사 웹 사이트의 섹션으로 연결되며 필요할 경우 교체 부품을 구입할 수 있습니다.
Here at Unicycle.com (UK) we want Unicycling to be as easy as possible. If you do...
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Нэг дугуйт дугуйны эд анги - Монгол хэл (Mongolian)
Unicycle.com (UK) дээр бид Unicycling аль болох хялбар байхыг хүсч байна. Хэрэв та Unicycles-ийн дуудагдсан хэсгүүдийг мэдэхгүй бол энэ жагсаалтыг хялбар болгох хэрэгтэй. Энэ жагсаалтыг манай вэбсайт дахь хэсгүүдтэй холбож, шаардлагатай бол солих хэсгү...
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Descrição de peças de monociclo - Português (Portuguese)
Aqui no Unicycle.com (UK) queremos que o Unicycling seja o mais fácil possível. Se você não sabe como as partes individuais dos Unicycles são chamadas, essa lista deve facilitar. Esta lista liga-se às seções em nosso site, onde você pode comprar as peç...
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Описание частей Уницикла - Русский (Russian)
Здесь, на Unicycle.com (UK), мы хотим, чтобы Unicycling был максимально простым. Если вы не знаете, как называются отдельные части Unicycles, этот список должен помочь. Этот список содержит ссылки на разделы на нашем веб-сайте, где вы можете приобрести...
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Vocabulario de un Monociclo - Español (Spanish)
Aquí, en Unicycle.com (UK), queremos que Unicycling sea lo más fácil posible. Si no sabe cómo se llaman las partes individuales de Unicycles, esta lista debería facilitarlo. Esta lista enlaza con las secciones de nuestro sitio web, donde puede comprar ...
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Ordlista av Enhjuling - Svensk (Swedish)
Här på Unicycle.com (UK) vill vi Unicycling vara så enkelt som möjligt. Om du inte vet vad de enskilda delarna av Unicycles kallas, bör den här listan göra det enklare. Denna lista länkar till sektionerna på vår hemsida, där du kan köpa reservdelar om ...
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Rhannau o'r Beic-un-olwyn - Cymraeg (Welsh)
Yma yn Unicycle.com (UK) rydym am i Unicycling fod mor hawdd â phosibl. Os nad ydych chi'n gwybod beth yw rhannau unigol Unicycles, dylai'r rhestr hon ei gwneud yn haws. Mae'r rhestr hon yn cysylltu â'r adrannau ar ein gwefan, lle gallwch brynu'r rhann...
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Club Unicycle Instructions
Please select your Unicycle from the list below.
All our instructions are PDF based, you will need a PDF viewer to use the links below. We recommend Adobe Acrobat Reader, which is a free, trusted global standard for viewing PDFs. You can downlo...
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Hoppley Unicycle Instructions
Please select your Unicycle from the list below.
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Impact Unicycle Instructions
Please select your Unicycle from the list below.
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Kris Holm Unicycle Instructions
Please select your Unicycle from the list below.
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Nimbus Unicycle Instructions
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Leaf Unicycle Instructions
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Schwinn Unicycle Instructions
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Tini-Uni Unicycle Insructions
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Trainer Unicycle Instructions
Please select your Unicycle from the list below.
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Hoppley Circus Bike Instructions
Please select your Circus Bike from the list below.
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Hoppley Penny Farthing Instructions
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Nimbus Ultimate Wheel Instructions
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UDC Fun-Wheel Instrucitons
Please select your Fun Wheels from the list below.
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UDC Mini Bike Instructions
Please select your Mini Bike from the list below.
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UDC Penny Farthing Instructions
Please select your Penny Farthing from the list below.
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How to cut down your seatpost
The standard seatpost on a unicycle is 300mm long. We do sell them in lengths from 200 to 700mm in our spares section.
On a unicycle any one seatpost will...
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Multi Function Crank Extractor Instructions
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Nimbus Bearing Puller Instructions
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Nimbus d'brake Adaptor Instructions
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Nimbus Shadow Handle Set Instructions
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Using a Pedal Wrench
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How to change cranks
Here are some instructions how to change cranks over on your unicycle. There are four types of cranks commonly found on unicycles: cotterless, ISIS, splined and cotter-pinned.
Cotterless Cranks
This is the standard crank that comes on...
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Using a Nimbus Brake Mount
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Installing a Kris Holm Fusion One Saddle
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installing Kris Holm Spirit Cranks
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Installing Kris Holm T-Bar Handle
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Tuning new cranks on a twin chain giraffe unicycle
If you ever have to replace the cranks on a twin chain giraffe unicycle you will need to “tune” the chain system so that the two chains work correctly together. You will know if you need to tune the chain system if one chain is tight at the front while...
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