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How to True a Bicycle Wheel with Zip Ties

Introduction

If your bike is shaking violently when riding at high speeds, odds are that your wheels are not balanced. This can occur from crashes or riding your bike on rough terrain. Luckily, this is a straightforward fix. Balancing your wheels will ensure your bike is safe and in working order.

Before you begin, please ensure your bike is securely placed to avoid injuries.

What you need

  1. How to True a Bicycle Wheel with Zip Ties, How to True a Bicycle Wheel with Zip Ties: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Place your bike upside down.

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  2. How to True a Bicycle Wheel with Zip Ties: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Tie a zip tie next to the rim of your wheel.

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  4. How to True a Bicycle Wheel with Zip Ties: step 3, image 1 of 2 How to True a Bicycle Wheel with Zip Ties: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Cut the zip tie.

    • The zip tie should barely touch the rim.

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  5. How to True a Bicycle Wheel with Zip Ties: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Spin the wheel and mark the spots where the rim touches the zip tie.

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  6. How to True a Bicycle Wheel with Zip Ties: step 5, image 1 of 2 How to True a Bicycle Wheel with Zip Ties: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Slowly loosen the spoke that is on the side of the zip tie.

    • Slowly tighten the spoke that is away from the zip tie.

    • Turn clockwise to tighten and counterclockwise to loosen.

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  7. How to True a Bicycle Wheel with Zip Ties: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Repeat steps 2 to 5 with the zip tie on the other side of the wheel.

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Conclusion

Repeat the instructions on your other wheel.

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