Materials: Common bicycle spoke materials include steel, aluminum alloy, and carbon fiber. Spokes made of different materials have different strength, weight, and rigidity characteristics.
Structure: The spoke generally consists of two parts: the spoke body and the nut. The main body is responsible for bearing the force on the wheels, while the nuts are used to fix the spokes to the wheel hub.
Size: The length of the spokes needs to match the tire size and wheel hub design, generally ranging from 200-300mm. The diameter is usually around 1.8-4.0mm.
Function: The main function of the spokes is to transfer the force on the wheel to the wheel hub, forming a complete wheel structure and increasing the overall strength and rigidity of the wheel.
Maintenance: The spokes need to be regularly checked for even tension, and loose spokes should be appropriately tightened to maintain wheel balance. At the same time, attention should also be paid to preventing issues such as corrosion of the spokes.