How do I know the size of my bike spokes?
Pull both spoke heads inward towards the center to seat the nipples. Using the narrow tips of the caliper jaws, measure from inside to inside of each J-bend. Record this measurement to the nearest tenth of a millimeter. In our example, each spoke measured 266 mm, with the J-bend-to-J-bend at 35.7 mm.
Are bike spokes universal?
Spoke lengths are unique to each wheel, rim, and spoke angle (cross 2, cross 3, etc) combination. Non OEM combinations require special spokes, Buchanan Spokes is a reliable resource.
What size are most bike spokes?
The most common spoke nipple sizes are 3.23mm, 3.30mm, and 3.45mm. However, you might encounter other spoke nipple sizes ranging anywhere from 3.2mm to 9mm.
What is the diameter of bicycle spokes?
Straight gauge spokes are generally either 13 gauge (2.3 mm), 14 gauge (2.0 mm) or 15 gauge (1.8 mm). Virtually all high quality steel spokes are made of stainless steel.
How do you measure for new spokes?
Spoke length is measured from the inside of the elbow, as shown in the image below, to the threaded end. When measuring a spoke using a tape measure, a second spoke may be used to hold the elbow of the spoke and the tape measure’s tab, as shown.
What size spoke for 29er?
Common Spoke Lengths
| Holes | Rim Type | Rear-O/S |
|---|---|---|
| 32 | X319 650B (27.5″) Disc | 272 |
| 32 | XM319 29er Disc | 290 |
| 32 | XM719 | 260 |
| 32 | A119 | 294 |
How do you measure for replacement spokes?
Are all spokes the same size?
You may need as many as three different spoke lengths. One length for the front wheel, one for the rear drive side, and one for the rear non-drive side.
What size spoke key do I need?
The best method to determine the correct spoke wrench size is to use a caliper and measure the nipple across the wrench flats. It is important to know that the diameter, or so called “gauge”, of the spoke does not determine the spoke wrench size.
What does 12g spokes mean?
Spoke Gauge Diameter and millimetre size 15g = 1.8mm. 14g = 2.0mm. 13g = 2.3mm. 12g = 2.60mm.
Are all bicycle spokes the same size?
Does spoke length have to be exact?
In essence, you will want to be pretty precise. 2mm too long might just be ok, 2mm short might be too short. Be sure to measure the ERD yourself (!) and as precise as you are able to.