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I run an American Electra Cruiser bike (not electric) for commuting
and exercise with comfort - the cruiser handlebar suits an arm
injury. My chain gear got a small visible bend, noticed when looking
at why a new chain was coming off. My local bike repair guy (Glasgow
area) says he can't supply a 48 tooth chain gear, he has straightened
it to get me back on the road, he could put on a 44 tooth instead. I
would prefer a replacement to using the bent/de-bent gear.
So, advice, please? Can I obtain the original part? Perhaps from the
dealer who sold me the bike? Is it likely to be priced above casual-
rider budget? (I'm pretty well off but I'm not a sucker.) If I did
take a 44 tooth then I'd be working slightly harder on any given hill,
right? But perhaps improve my top speed a little?
and exercise with comfort - the cruiser handlebar suits an arm
injury. My chain gear got a small visible bend, noticed when looking
at why a new chain was coming off. My local bike repair guy (Glasgow
area) says he can't supply a 48 tooth chain gear, he has straightened
it to get me back on the road, he could put on a 44 tooth instead. I
would prefer a replacement to using the bent/de-bent gear.
So, advice, please? Can I obtain the original part? Perhaps from the
dealer who sold me the bike? Is it likely to be priced above casual-
rider budget? (I'm pretty well off but I'm not a sucker.) If I did
take a 44 tooth then I'd be working slightly harder on any given hill,
right? But perhaps improve my top speed a little?