Bike Parts for Metallurgical Applications

Included are high resolution images of common Mountain Bike Parts that have either failed mechanically or show machining inconsistencies and defects. Click on the images to open high resolution copy!

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Excess Bike Chain Links, shows signs of rust, Imaged at 1:1, 1x Magnification


Olive to Connect Hydraulic Brake Hose to Brake Lever, 3:1, 3x magnification


Stem Connect Hydraulic Brake Hose to Brake Lever, 3:1, 3x magnification


Hydraulic Hose to RockShox Reverb Stealth Dropper Post, 5:1, 5x Magnification


Metal Fitting with threads (failed) to attache Hose Fitting to Remote of to RockShox Reverb Stealth Dropper Post, 5:1, 5x Magnification


Metal Fitting with threads (failed) to attache Hose Fitting to Remote of to RockShox Reverb Stealth Dropper Post, 10:1, 10x Magnification


Worn Ball Bearing


Seized Roller Bearing 1:1, 1x Magnification


Seized Roller Bearing 5:1, 5x Magnification