August 20.2025

Why is my bike creaking?


💥 To listen in English, please enable English dubbing in the video settings 💥


In this episode, Janek Kiliński and @Kuba_Jedrzejczykk tear apart the Thunderbird FR to track down where all those creaks, squeaks, and weird noises in a bike come from. You’ll see:
 

  • How to diagnose the source of noises step by step,
  • which spots on the frame and components tend to creak the most,
  • how to clean and service key parts on your own,
  • When cleaning and greasing are enough, and when you need to replace parts.
     

Turns out, your bike doesn’t always need new bearings – most of the time it’s just sand, dust, and dirt sneaking in while riding or washing. Sometimes it’s not the bearings at all, but the seatpost, clamp, internal cable, or even the spokes making all that noise! 👉 This video is a hands-on guide to help you deal with the most annoying bike sounds yourself and save money on unnecessary repairs.


📌 Check out more content on our channel – you’ll find service tutorials, tests, and tech insights from the world of Dartmoor.