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crankset

crankset

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A set of bike parts that connects the pedals to the chain to turn the wheels
  • noun
  • /ˈkræŋkˌsɛt/
  • Specialized
: bielas
  • When tuning your bike, make sure to check the condition of the crankset to ensure an efficient ride.
  • crankset and brakes
  • crankset and cassette
  • compact crankset

Examples

  • Upgrading to a higher-quality crankset can significantly improve your bike's performance.

  • For the wide gear range you need, you will need either a compact crankset (2 chainrings, cyclocross bikes use 30 and 46 teeth) or a triple crankset.

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  • For the wide gear range you need, you will need either a compact crankset (2 chainrings, cyclocross bikes use 30 and 46 teeth) or a triple crankset.

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  • The bicycle's crankset connects the pedals to the chain, allowing power to be transferred to the wheels.

Surface Forms

crankset singular
cranksets plural

Morphology

crankset = crank + set (transparent) = crank + set

The compound is a straightforward combination of 'crank' (mechanical arm) + 'set' (a collection), so if learners know both components the meaning follows directly.

Etymology

Crankset comes from crank ('a bent arm or handle used to turn things') and set ('a group of parts'), so it literally names the group of parts around the crank; a crankset is the pieces that connect the pedals to the chain and let the rider 'turn' the wheels.