Bicycles

  • bicycle

    (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.

  • brake block

    (noun) A brake shoe.

    Example: I need to change the brake blocks on my rear brakes.

  • brake lever

    (noun) The lever on the handlebars of a bicycle which operates a brake.

    Example: Max squeezed the break lever to slow down.

  • chain

    (noun) A series of interconnected rings or links usually made of metal.

    Example: The chain on my bicycle needs to be tightened a little.

  • crank

    (noun ) An arm which connects the bottom bracket axle to the pedals.

    Example: The crank on my bike is broken.

  • fork

    (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.

  • helmet

    (noun) A hard hat that protects your head.

    Example: Max doesn't like to wear a helmet.

  • hub

    (noun) The central part of a wheel, from which the spokes radiate.

    Example: I need to replace my front hub.

  • pedal

    (noun) A lever operated by the foot.

    Example: Max's pedal fell off.

  • reflector

    (noun) A device that reflects light.

    Example: Many cyclists dislike having reflectors mounted on their bicycles.

  • saddle

    (noun) A seat for the rider of a bicycle.

    Example: Many cyclists climb hills out of the saddle.

  • seatpost

    (noun) A tube that supports the saddle.

    Example: Max adjusted his seatpost.

  • stem

    (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.

  • tire

    (noun) The rubber covering of a wheel.

    Example: Max bought some new tires for his mountain bike.

  • toe clip

    (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.

  • tread

    (noun) The pattern of ridges on the surface of a tire.

    Example: Max's tire tread is worn out.

  • valve stem

    (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.

  • wheel

    (noun) A circular object that revolves on an axle.

    Example: Max's wheel is bent.