How to Build a Proper Fixed Gear Bike
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Күн бұрынThe bike I ride, channel sponsor, pretty cool people:
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Proper bikes: those bikes that are built so well that just looking at them inspires you to ride them. Proper bikes are more fun to ride, more comfortable, last longer, and look better. But with so many small things to keep track of during a bike build, how exactly does one build a proper bike? Join me as I build up a special edition Wabi Special to see my process for building proper bikes.
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0:00 Proper Bikes are Dope!
0:46 Unboxing a Very Special Wabi Special
2:40 Proper Preparation is Key
8:23 To Grease or Not to Grease?
11:18 Take a Break
12:36 Proper Torquing Tips
15:55 Crank Installation
16:44 Proper Tire Tips
18:13 The Disaster of NOT Greasing
20:50 Wheel Installation
21:23 Build Finishing Touches
23:41 Purple Wabi Special Bike Check!
28:39 Sponsor: Wabi Cycles
Parts for this fixed gear build
Frameset:
58cm Wabi Special (Special edition Keirin purple)
Handlebars/Stem/Headset:
48cm Nitto Noodle/Wabi Stem 100mm -17 degree/Tange headset
Saddle/Seatpost:
Brooks Swift/Wabi seatpost
Pedals:
MKS GR-10/Toshi Double Straps/MKS stainless steel toe clips
Cranks/Bottom Bracket/Chainring:
Wabi Pro cranks/Hollow Tech II bottom bracket/48t Wabi Pro cranks
Cog/Lockring/Chain:
EAI 15t cog/Wabi lockring/Izumi Super Toughness chain NJS
Rims/Hubs/Spokes/Tires:
Wabi Sub-15/32c Continental Gatorskin Black Edition
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@davis6901 2 жыл бұрын
I couldn't sleep last night thinking about how good other people's bikes are and how I want to build one of those by myself. Great video timing!
@Alwaystenk 2 жыл бұрын
That makes two of us.. haha
@shreddersaurusrex323 2 жыл бұрын
@Bebo What make is your frame? Do you have it posted on IG or anywhere else? I would just recommend quality parts. Gran Compe-H Plus Son wheelset from Velomine. Silver cranks(Shimano or Campy). You can go black or silver for seatpost clamp and headset/cockpit. It’s personally preference tbh.
@sicsempertyrannis9024 2 жыл бұрын
Highly recommend building your own bike at least once in your life. Very satisfying and a great way to learn about maintenance and components. 🤘
@alienrefugee51 2 жыл бұрын
This was my biggest takeaway. You take the time to research parts, tools and how to assemble parts and you come out so much more knowledgable at the end. That stays with you for the future. Then you tell all your friends, yeah I built this baby myself.
@cygnusx1858 2 жыл бұрын
I thought you had that purple alter chainring for that purple wabi
@roguecode2354 2 жыл бұрын
too much purple is not proper
@Michael_DAVID2423 2 жыл бұрын
He put it on later.
@Simte 2 жыл бұрын
I did my proper build back in 2016 and I regret nothing. It was my dream bike after all.
@suhdud4646 2 жыл бұрын
Ahhhh! Purple is also my favourite colour BUT the correct shade. That looks like a base coat of purple. It needs to be deeper - I would buy the Soma Rush if given the choice of the two. One thing that Wabi nailed is those delicious cranks!
@Michael_DAVID2423 2 жыл бұрын
Same
@sirmixalot3332 2 жыл бұрын
Im not a super fan of purple but that Soma Rush is on point. This wabi looks like a funky crayola color. The sparkle is pretty dope but that funky lavender creme is... well not dope at all imo. The yellow one is my favorite still. Totally dig that particular yellow. Another dope color is 70’s peugeot green
@alibaba0428 2 жыл бұрын
i actually have a real purple wabi, not a lavender one . love the sparkle though
@eporeon 2 жыл бұрын
i didn't expect them to work but the red straps actually look really nice with the purple
@calvincraddock6554 2 жыл бұрын
You need a propane torch to remove that cog. Soak with wd40, apply heat, and repeat till it comes off. The heat will help break up the corosion.
@kennethward9530 2 жыл бұрын
Nicely done! Just a couple additional thoughts from a member of the “steel is real” mafia; 1) With a new steel frame, find someone who knows what they’re doing with the right tools to face the bottom bracket and chase the paint from the threads. You will be rewarded with a lifetime of well aligned bottom bracket bearings that thread on smoothly. 2) Likewise, get the head tube and crown races ground. Hands free riding is so much better on bikes prepped this way. 3) Nothing wrong with grease. Nothing. But-on same rack as grease at a good bike shop is anti-seize, use this on anything other than bearings. A little better for those applications in terms of keeping stuff from slipping, preventing corrosion, and more resistant to washing out. Superb for bottom brackets to aluminum frames and cogs to wheels. 4) I absolutely concur with conclusion that if you are approaching bicycle components with an electric power tool, something is wrong. Never mind that I recently had to (successfully) resort to using an impact wrench to remove a freewheel that had been on a tandem for over 30 years…
@tstodgell 2 жыл бұрын
@Bebo HELLO, HAMBINI FANS!
@davidduganne5939 2 жыл бұрын
@Bebo Bikes are "assembled" now, as opposed to "built."....
@davidduganne5939 2 жыл бұрын
@Bebo You misunderstood my comment. Welding/gluing/brazing frame parts together is "building" a bike frame. Taking a bunch of parts out of a box and fastening them together is "assembling."
@davidduganne5939 2 жыл бұрын
@Bebo Sorry to get you all riled up.
@davidduganne5939 2 жыл бұрын
@Bebo Let's call it day. No need to carry this on any further. You're entitled to comment as you wish, so am I. So we disagree. No biggie. I'm looking forward to a nice ride tomorrow on one of my Wabis...
@MiceSkillz 2 жыл бұрын
I've been waiting for this 🔥 and 30mins 😍 time to watch!
@torma1985 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful frame! And that finish! Well done mate, fantastic bike
@RicQuintanilla 2 жыл бұрын
Zach running hollowtechs?!?! No way!!!!! Looks fantastic Dude!
@psychoaiko666 2 жыл бұрын
Dude, you finally got your purple bike! I'm happy for you man 😊
@Realheavybeef Жыл бұрын
That finish is so fire
@michaelc7937 2 жыл бұрын
Love it.. color is on point. Perfect ❤️
@notl33t 2 жыл бұрын
LOL the beautiful mind-ing of the tire pressure calculations was amazing!
@kevinford2223 2 жыл бұрын
Wow great video great tutorial I love that the frame is lugged
@nocomment6116 2 жыл бұрын
Great timing! I am planning to assemble my own Fixed Gear bike.
@yourgrandpa8242 2 жыл бұрын
Great timing. I'm waiting on a few components to arrive to build my fixed gear.
@roguecode2354 2 жыл бұрын
Dude, I am diggin those cranks.
@notarabbit1752 2 жыл бұрын
I like to line up the valve stem with the psi range written on the tire, and then trace over it with a white gel pen so you can read it at a glance.
@joshikins5674 Жыл бұрын
I’m building a fixed gear from an old Bridgestone ! Can’t wait !!!!
@flprfy 2 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous color!
@BingoBangoBabyInc 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful build! Great component choices to compliment the new frame. Do you ever think of getting a work stand or does the tree do it's job well enough?
@djar220 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful bike and build! 🚲
@arkmantoxic 2 жыл бұрын
You looked so genuinely happy when unpacking that made me happy too
@lukewalker1092 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you got your dream bike, man. Also shoutout to you for letting me know about Wabi. I've been riding fixed gears since 2006, was riding the Raleigh Rush Hour. I got my Special about a month ago, Autumn Copper. Dudes in nice cars turn their heads to check out that bike, and it's such a joy to ride!
@sirmixalot3332 2 жыл бұрын
Thx for the heads up. I’ll avoid the autumn copper so as not to entice dudes in nice cars checking me out. Congrats on your exploits with dudes in nice cars, I guess, but I’d be more interested in women taking a second look. 😂
@lukewalker1092 2 жыл бұрын
@@sirmixalot3332 My lady is jealous they don't come in her size. Other exploits you may be interested in.... Junkies: That whole fucking thing is made out of copper and we need to steal it!
@stop223 2 жыл бұрын
Love the wider tires on this build
@jerwinusacdin8954 2 жыл бұрын
I built my dream bike back in 2016, and still kicking today. Actually I sent it to the repaint shop, waited for 1 week and will pick it up home later ;)
@danielgolite 2 жыл бұрын
I bought a vintage Schwinn bike. The previous owner had painted it a deep metallic orange. With black handlebar tape it is stunning. Best bike color.
@SingaporeUntold 2 жыл бұрын
Bike builds and restoration are the best asmr
@cygnusx1858 2 жыл бұрын
That bike check segment reminds me of the fixie points zac, oh the good old days
@aAverageGuy 2 жыл бұрын
definitely recommend a spray on bolt penetrating spray/oil (pb blaster, wd40, liquid wrench, etc). I had a similar situation with my cog that was put on by the factory and seemed to be torqued down by king kong. After spraying some pb blaster, waiting a couple minutes, and the rotafix method, the cog came off with ease.
@jeamther1932 2 жыл бұрын
nice classic build -hi from PH🇵🇭
@TheSpaceBrosShow 2 жыл бұрын
Good choice on the 32mm tires
@Survivalist-of-war Жыл бұрын
Bought a Torker U-district fixie for 60 bucks. Beat to hell but it rides. My poor ass is going to try and built it up this winter hopefully by next year's riding season I'll be able to save enough to get it dialed in. It's my first bike as an adult and making it into a daily commuter. Running a 40/20 ⚙️ right now but need to bring it down to a 38/20 for the terrain. Been really loving this Chanel and have been watching everything the past 2 months. Learning as much as possible. I recently grabbed a chain whip. One tool at a time! Haha
@TheSpaceBrosShow 2 жыл бұрын
Damn i'm glad I managed to snag one of these purple Wabis! Feels gud to be 1 of 25
@sonymicronin 2 жыл бұрын
The moment I saw that beautiful shade of purple 🤩 I decided I'm going to strip my bike and repaint it to that exact hue and I'm buying keirin sparkle clear coat as well. It looks so amazing 😍. One moment I saw the purple Wabi the next moment it was all out of stock...
@TheVCVCFULL 2 жыл бұрын
I have my set of bondhus allen keys since 2003 and they are just as good as when I bought them, best allen keys ever
@Phyoomz 2 жыл бұрын
The pure joy in your face when you're unboxing the frame 😁
@1apart517 Жыл бұрын
Is the face of most people when they get something for free. 🤷🏻♂️
@user-hx6ho3rb5v 2 жыл бұрын
Eyyy. Finally zach made his ideal dream bike he tells on previous vid (Sorry forgot the title) and wow he used hollowtech there. That's freaking dope
@Wreddit_Regal 2 жыл бұрын
Dope video! Could you recommend some tips on what appropriate frame size to choose for someone's height?
@mattlafy 2 жыл бұрын
You should have hit the chain whip handle with a mallet. You can exert a lot more momentary force that way to break the seized cog free.
@chiroxxxrt 2 жыл бұрын
That's a dope spot to hang out niceee.
@claytonjoseph4682 2 жыл бұрын
Zach, detachment of rear sprocket fix. Try rapping rear sprocket with a old chain, and place it in a bolted 🔩 down vice and turn "whole" wheel counter clockwise it should unscrew... good luck 👍
@ArjanGroe 2 жыл бұрын
Really bothers me to see how you tried getting that cog off. You could have been more patient, apply penetrating oil, tried to get it loose by trying to skid without a lockring on a safe bit of road or parking lot, perhaps with a front brake mounted for safety. Now you just messed up the cog and the single spoke (that does need to be replaced!), it really pains me Zach.
@ivarspragulbicks3395 2 жыл бұрын
Purple is one of the the best colour that for sure. 🎉👍🏻
@alienrefugee51 2 жыл бұрын
Proof here, that you will almost always run into at least one road bump when building a bike. Rather than trying to force something, the best thing you can do is take a break and clear your mind for a moment. Then re-analyze the situation, maybe watch some videos about your problem/forums and try again. If it's still not working, then take it to your LBS the next day. It's a hard pill to swallow, especially when you were pumped to go take your new build for a ride, but the alternative is probably being more bummed out when you realize you just permanently fucked something up.
@Ascendingroad 2 жыл бұрын
mind boggling🤯
@kaizer5795 2 жыл бұрын
i didnt know you like purple too, tsunami snm100 has this color and it looks great. im saving up to get the frame, it would be my first fixie
@lanceflare 2 жыл бұрын
Alternative to greasing saddle rails on a creaking saddle is to put a layer of electrical tape where the rails meet the clamp. I have a Flite Titanium perched atop a Nitto S65 seat post and the titanium rails don’t seem to get along with the aluminium clamp. It produces the most irritating creaking noises. Grease was a great temporary fix. Electrical tape holds up much longer though. No noise ever since I installed it.
@dharmapunk777 Жыл бұрын
teflon tape might be better.
@brosettastone7520 2 ай бұрын
To help get a stuck cog off - use a small purpose butane torch. It will heat the molecules in the metal and cause them to move at microscopic levels to release the friction. I’ve done this many times. No don’t torch the absolute shit out of it, just simply heat it up. You could have avoided the dremel completely .
@tay-lore Жыл бұрын
Oh NO!!!! I had work to finish tonight, but now it's tomorrow!!! Zach just HAD to rip open space-time in the edit...
@jasonsierchio1167 Жыл бұрын
I just ordered a fixie bike to put a gas motor on... thank you for your videos as I didn't know about the cogs on both sides of the rear wheel. I'm going to have to remove one to put a sprocket for the motor... just ordered a rear rotor adapter to mount the sprocket to... should work out? Only one way to find out lol
@emescueta 2 жыл бұрын
13:05 "And when you're torquing you wanna keep in mind you're trying to do two things: you're trying to do it smoothly but also firmly" what a perfect moment for my mom to walk past and mistake this for a twerking tutorial
@ronnana694 2 жыл бұрын
lmao
@diptronic 2 жыл бұрын
My Purple Wabi came on Monday! I’m loving it. I decided to go with black components even tho I agree, silver is more classic.
@sirmixalot3332 2 жыл бұрын
Silver!
@ultimatetaba Жыл бұрын
Haha love your videos. Super entertaining
@mr.piglet579 2 жыл бұрын
Great vid can i ask what app did u use to know the degree of your dropbars!
@theonlyalan731 2 жыл бұрын
Generally speaking you can hit the cog with a propane torch and it will come off pretty easy
@jtyokomo 2 жыл бұрын
;Nice video, I think a day of sparing the cog with some PB Blaster with some abrupt "impacts" would've gotten it off. Being a auto tech in Chicago, I deal with a lot of seized bolts and parts haha
@tommilano5431 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, I was going to mention the same thing! My cog got stuck a while ago and left PB blaster on it for one hour, then it came right off.
@kirkstevenson1904 2 жыл бұрын
Nice bike 👍 are you keeping or selling the yellow one? (Just the frame and forks) And if yes, how much, and would you post to the UK? Regards, Interested of the UK
@caluzzucarrazzi5549 2 жыл бұрын
Wow. I’m in the process of building my purple special right now and I’m going to be running a brand new set of gatorskin black editions too 😂
@vfgjasminebaker 2 жыл бұрын
16:58 I love it :) new bike build with a patched tube. Whatever works I guess!!!
@crystaldurnan6192 2 жыл бұрын
Smooooothly!!
@xmarkizzygx 2 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video about how to install a steer tube? I know they’re all different rebut I took mine off and the bearing ring fell out and I don’t remember how any of it goes lol
@ilikewasabe 2 жыл бұрын
I need that frame!!!! 🙀🙀🙀🙀🙀
@johnmack7336 Жыл бұрын
I really like your videos man .....
@sketchy0078 2 жыл бұрын
I couldn’t sleep this evening so I took my fixed gear bike out for a 12 mile spin. Head better and now I can have good dreams 😎
@arvynb1599 Жыл бұрын
Can you do a review on the veloce brance?
@Medvednic 2 жыл бұрын
Nice build, what are you going to do with the yellow bike?
@landridaltwood2698 Жыл бұрын
So I have a State bicycle 4130 steel. If I want a lighter frame (maybe carbon?) Do I just get any frame with a 120mm rear/100mm front dropout?
@jp321p8 2 жыл бұрын
track frames with super high bottom brackets? in the low 50's? i wanna get a bigger then normally suited frame with an already high bb and fit 165mm cranks.
@SmedrockFL 2 жыл бұрын
sweet blue bike.
@jackand100others3 Жыл бұрын
Wow one thing though, when applying the bottom bracket, make sure the threads aren’t fully painted on. If so please be careful when installing the bb as it can stripped the threads sometimes, depending on how heavy the coating is. Normally you should be able to install the bb by hand with ease, normally if it is painted you wanna get it retapped and bored so it can sit flush and to clean the threads from the paint. Now this step can be optional as the service from bike shows can be expensive but bike shops offer this service.
@fareedingram4626 10 ай бұрын
@ Zach .. Where can I get a good Japan Track bike like you have for cheap ?? !! Under $500 cheap .. Or should I just get a fix gear modify it to a Keirin bike ..
@Newguywiththecamera 2 жыл бұрын
I NEED YOU TO TALK WABI INTO SENDING ME THIS BIKE! It’s so beautiful
@blacklangster1141 2 жыл бұрын
You replaced that half sawn spoke… right?
@fatherchristmas2998 Жыл бұрын
i enjoyed the video
@thomaslecuyer648 2 жыл бұрын
brown as an accent color would look really dope with the purple honestly
@TheSpaceBrosShow 2 жыл бұрын
That's what I'm doing with my purple special
@jovaniherrera5664 2 жыл бұрын
Like a tiger’s eye stone color would be dope too!!!
@humildemarcelo 2 жыл бұрын
With that tone I'd go with brigh yellow like Ozymandias from whatchmen
@Gioperez57 7 ай бұрын
Is it powder coated paint that would be sweet if it is
@PlacesPoGoes 2 жыл бұрын
So, do you still have the yellow one or will this one be replacing it?
@jayz8101 2 жыл бұрын
what kind of camera do you use in shooting your videos while cycling?
@HaiyBail Ай бұрын
What saw to use for cutting the fork or things.
@DrGIzmoBRad 2 жыл бұрын
Yup - the purple pops with royalty bragging rights. At least the perminantly fixed cog won't unwind on the down hills. The red stem cap and double straps convey that you are a connoisseur of understated bling. That said, the way a bicycle looks is always of utmost importance. May you get countless hours and miles on you new ride.
@jakubfabisiak9810 2 жыл бұрын
Actually, gold isn't the only colour Izumi Super Toughness comes in. It used to be, but this year, for the Tokio Olympics, Izumi made a special edition, called the Super Toughness Kai.
@TroubleshootGamingMeds 2 жыл бұрын
I don't even ride a fixed gear. My bikes a single speed but I just like Zach's videos 😅
@sonymicronin 2 жыл бұрын
Single speed is the brother of Fixed gear so you're welcome here
@karlovuja5034 2 жыл бұрын
@@sonymicronin is riding a bmx welcome?
@sonymicronin 2 жыл бұрын
@@karlovuja5034 BmX is another brother of fixed so come aboard
@xShikari 2 жыл бұрын
This. I can't wait to get my first fixed gear, but my daily will always be singlespeed freewheel. I live in a big city and I'd like to live long. ;)
@LB-rj7fj 2 жыл бұрын
You're not the only one. Love the single speed.
@lejhandavii1973 2 жыл бұрын
Uhh can someone give me a full tool set list which I'm gonna need when I'm building my bike ?
@assortedexorcist2645 2 жыл бұрын
Can you make a content about slope frames?
@BangTheRocksTogether 2 жыл бұрын
Rainbow flake. Not too flashy. I gotta say, I like your way of thinking...
@AEtherGhost136 2 жыл бұрын
I got a black Chris king headset in for the wabi special Kieran purple but they didnt have 58cm and the 25 they did make sold before the page loaded for me😭
@berniebongcayao4884 2 жыл бұрын
Hey can I ask what's your dropbar size?
@maxkrug2000 2 жыл бұрын
How do you like 32mm gatorskins vs. 28mm?
@mosk11tto 2 жыл бұрын
25:38 that gap on the headset normal?
@finn.jks.8628 2 жыл бұрын
You better tighten that headset 27:51
@GorgeyWoofy-jb3ip 7 күн бұрын
Nice bike
@ricardorodrigues5536 2 жыл бұрын
Olá Eu sou aqui do Brasil Muito legal os seus vídeos
@Not_Sure_ 2 жыл бұрын
What's the weight of the frame ? What's the weight of the fork ?
@toastob 2 жыл бұрын
I had the same crankset on my old bike (before it was stolen). I had trouble with the non-drive side crank arm loosening. I would have to consistently retighten. Curious to hear if you have similar issues.
@Ponder_lust 2 жыл бұрын
You have to tighten it to spec the first time round. If it is too loose, it’s going to wear out the insert points, at which point you are fucked
@claudiolino2955 2 жыл бұрын
Question: I was always under the impression we should put a bit of grease on the BB spindles so they don’t seize onto the spindle itself. If I’m not mistaken that happened to your suginos and you recommended it. I could be wrong.
@claudiolino2955 2 жыл бұрын
By they I mean the crank arms
@Ch-ah-n 17 күн бұрын
27x23c tire is compatible with 27x1¼?. I also hav Classc RB.
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