Broken Spoke on Bike

[del1962]

I have a broken spoke on bike

Given the current situation would it bw ok just to cut the spoke off tighten those around it (loosen those on opposite side).

I have 24 spokes on wheel.

I would normally take to a bike shop.

And if I did take it someone should I take tyre and tube out first?

It is on the non cassette side of rear wheel and broken at the hub

 

[Sciatic]

I have a broken spoke on bike

Given the current situation would it bw ok just to cut the spoke off tighten those around it (loosen those on opposite side).

I have 24 spokes on wheel.

I would normally take to a bike shop.

And if I did take it someone should I take tyre and tube out first?

It is on the non cassette side of rear wheel and broken at the hub

I have re-trued a wheel to compensate for a broken spoke in order to keep riding in the midst of bike tours. But if it’s a nice wheel it’s probably better to just get it to a shop. Here the bike shops are closed as retail outlets but most continue to do repairs and maintenance if you call and arrange for a drop off.

 

[jmdirt]

Measure the spoke and order on online from your shop.

 

[JayKosta]

I wouldn't ride without having the spoke replaced - with one missing there's a good chance of another breaking due to the extra stress. The tire doesn't need to be on the rim when you take it to the shop, but are you experienced with tire removal and install - some can be difficult and might require small 'tire irons'.

Jay

 

[del1962]

No problem with tyre removal. It’s difficult to find someone to do it at the moment so bought spoke key and did it myself.

 

[JayKosta]

be sure the end of the new spoke does not protrude above the head of the nipple.

 

[del1962]

I guess I need to take tyre off, tube out and lift tape to check this?

 

[JayKosta]

If the replacement spoke is not longer than the broken one, it's likely to be fine. If you used a spoke that was longer, it might protrude. That can cause it to rub through the rim strip and puncture the tube.
The tire should not be on the rim when the spoke is tightened and the wheel trued. For minor truing, always fully deflate the tire.

After tightening spokes, I go around the wheel flexing all the spokes with finger squeeze (both sides of the wheel) where the spokes cross each other. That helps eliminate any spoke twisting that might be present. You might hear a few 'pings'.

Jay

 

[King Boonen]

I guess I need to take tyre off, tube out and lift tape to check this?

You'd have probably noticed if it was too long when you replaced it, assuming you took the rim tape off. Otherwise you can push your finger a bit down into the hole and check you can't feel the end of the spoke through the tape.

 

[jmdirt]

I guess I need to take tyre off, tube out and lift tape to check this?

Not a fool proof way to tell, but if you can still see even one thread on the spoke you are likely fine,