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New productCampagnolo Veloce bottom bracket
- €24.90
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New product -44%Sram GXP BB104.5 press fit bottom bracket for MTB
- €29.67
- €52.99
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Left crank FSA K force carbon 170 mm
- €19.99
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New productShimano 600 crankset
- €49.99
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New product UsedBottom bracket Shimano 105 BB-5500 Octalink
- €25.99
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New product UsedLeft crank Shimano Ultegra 170 mm
- €64.99
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UsedCampagnolo Record crank 10s double
- €18.99
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New product UsedFSA Gossamer crankset BB386EVO 172.5 mm compact 50 34 teeth
- €54.99
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UsedLeft crank Shimano Tiagra
- €19.99
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UsedLeft crank Shimano Dura ace
- €44.99
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UsedShimano 105 crankset
- €39.99
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New product -30%Bottom bracket shimano press fit SM-BB71-41B
- €22.33
- €31.90
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UsedSR Suntour ARX crankset double used
- €29.99
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UsedFSA SLK light BB386 crankset 170 mm 34 50 teeth
- €139.99
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Left crank Shimano Ultegra FC-R8000 172.5 mm
- €29.99
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UsedSram force crankset 170 mm BB30 10s
- €139.99
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UsedLeft crank FSA carbon 175 mm
- €29.99
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New product -45%FSA Powerbox power meter BCD 110 mm
- €296.99
- €539.99
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UsedCampagnolo Record 12s ultra torque crankset 52 36 teeth 172.5 mm
- €189.99
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UsedShimano Tiagra crankset FC-4650 50-34
- €59.99
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New product2 screws for cranks axle square
- €4.49
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UsedShimano Dura ace FC-7800 crankset 172.5 mm 10s
- €89.99
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New product -44%Stronglight BB86/89/92 press fit bottom bracket
- €29.67
- €52.99
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UsedVintage stronglight crankset 170 mm
- €24.99
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UsedCampagnolo Record crankset 10s double used
- €54.99
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New product -28%Campagnolo Super Record 11s ultra torque crankset 52 39 teeth
- €647.99
- €899.99
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UsedShimano Sora right crank triple FC-3503 50-39-30
- €34.99
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New productRight crank Shimano Ultegra FC-6503 172.5 mm
- €18.99
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New productFSA bottom bracket adapter BB386 EVO with 24 mm axle
- €19.99
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New productFSA PF30 bottom bracket adapter with 386 EVO
- €19.99
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UsedFSA Gossamer right triple crank 172.5 mm BB30
- €19.99
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New productRoad bike carbon cranks 172.5 mm
- €49.99
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UsedRight crank Bontrager 175 mm
- €6.99
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UsedCarbon left crank FSA carbon pro team 180 mm
- €9.99
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UsedLeft crank FSA 170 mm
- €4.99
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New productBottom bracket cups press fit Rotor 4130
- €6.99
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New product -26%Campagnolo ultra torque OS-FIT cups
- €19.98
- €27.00
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New product -52%Crankset bearings Campagnolo Power torque
- €16.75
- €34.90
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New productCranks FSA carbon 170 mm 39 53
- €79.99
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New product -40%Bottom bracket axle TA Axix Light 110 mm
- €77.99
- €129.99
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New productStronglight press-fit 30/24 cups
- €26.50
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New product -30%Bottom bracket Shimano SM-BBR60 ultegra 105
- €20.29
- €28.99
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UsedCannondale PX crankset 172.5 mm
- €34.99
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New productBottom bracket Stronglight JP400 110.5 68 square
- €18.99
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UsedCampagnolo Power Torque BB30 68x46 cups
- €24.90
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New product -40%Campagnolo Record ultra torque BSC cups
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- €27.00
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The crankset of a recumbent bike plays a crucial role in transmitting the rider's power to the wheels, while providing optimal comfort and efficiency in the semi-recumbent position characteristic of this type of bike. Here are its main functions and features:
1. Power transfer:
As on any bicycle, the crankset of a recumbent bike is responsible for converting the energy generated by the movements of the rider's legs into rotational movement of the wheels. This is done through the pedals, cranks and chainring or chainrings.
2. Suitable positioning:
Since the rider is in a semi-recumbent position, the crankset of a recumbent bike is designed to allow smooth and efficient pedaling in this particular posture. This may involve specific adjustment of the length of the cranks to accommodate the rider's leg position and optimize power transfer.
3. Ergonomics:
Recumbent bike cranksets are often designed to provide maximum comfort for the rider. This may include pedals with a non-slip surface to ensure optimum grip, as well as contoured cranks and chainrings to minimize friction and reduce rider fatigue.
4. Compatibility with low rider positioning:
Like the handlebars, the bottom bracket of a recumbent bike is generally positioned lower than on a traditional bike. This helps maintain a low center of gravity, which can improve the stability and aerodynamics of the bike.
5. Setting options:
Some recumbent bike models offer bottom bracket adjustment options to accommodate the rider's individual preferences in terms of crank length, gear ratio and pedal alignment.
In summary, the crankset of a recumbent bike is designed to provide efficient power transfer while ensuring optimal comfort in the rider's semi-recumbent position. Its ergonomic design and its compatibility with the cyclist's low positioning make it an essential component of this type of bike.