Bicycle bottom brackets explained
Updated: 16/11/2018. This post explains threaded T47 bottom bracket (BB) standard. Look here for explanation of all the other BB standards. 1. Description of T47 standard T47 is a modern standard with BB cartridges screwed into the frame BB shell threads. Developed by Chris King and Argonaut Cycles companies. Announced in 2015, also known … Read more
Updated: 16/11/2018. For basic terms explanation and history of BBs, as well as threaded BB standards, read this article: Bottom bracket standards – 1st part. BBs with press fit (threadless) cups usually use cranksets with the spindle (axle) attached to the right crank arm. For installing, and especially for replacing, BB cups, special, expensive tools … Read more
Updated: 22/11/2020. This post will explain bicycle bottom bracket standards. It is the first in the series of posts on the subject, explaining basic terms, then each standard. Most threaded standards are explained, while a separate post explains press-fit (threadless) bottom brackets. The last post will address BB and crankset compatibility and interchangeability. 1. What … Read more
