Bicycles
(noun) A light vehicle having two wheels one behind the other. It is propelled by the action of a rider’s feet upon pedals.
Example: I want to ride my bicycle.
(noun) A brake shoe.
Example: I need to change the brake blocks on my rear brakes.
(noun) The lever on the handlebars of a bicycle which operates a brake.
Example: Max squeezed the break lever to slow down.
(noun) A series of interconnected rings or links usually made of metal.
Example: The chain on my bicycle needs to be tightened a little.
(noun ) An arm which connects the bottom bracket axle to the pedals.
Example: The crank on my bike is broken.
(noun) The part of a bicycle that holds the front wheel and allows the rider to steer.
Example: Max bent his fork when he ran into the car.
(noun) A hard hat that protects your head.
Example: Max doesn't like to wear a helmet.
(noun) The central part of a wheel, from which the spokes radiate.
Example: I need to replace my front hub.
(noun) A lever operated by the foot.
Example: Max's pedal fell off.
(noun) A device that reflects light.
Example: Many cyclists dislike having reflectors mounted on their bicycles.
(noun) A seat for the rider of a bicycle.
Example: Many cyclists climb hills out of the saddle.
(noun) A tube that supports the saddle.
Example: Max adjusted his seatpost.
(noun) The component that connects the handlebars to the steerer tube of the bicycle fork.
Example: If your handlebars seem loose, you may want to tighten the stem a bit.
(noun) The rubber covering of a wheel.
Example: Max bought some new tires for his mountain bike.
(noun) A metal or plastic cage attached to a bicycle pedal to prevent the foot from slipping.
Example: Toe clips allow Max to climb hills faster.
(noun) The pattern of ridges on the surface of a tire.
Example: Max's tire tread is worn out.
(noun) A port for adding or releasing air from the inner tube.
Example: I need to get an adapter for the type of valve stem on my bicycle.
(noun) A circular object that revolves on an axle.
Example: Max's wheel is bent.
