Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Bluesky Threads I’m assuming it’s just a cosmetic thing, but I’m not too sure. Is it fine to ride without one? by VegetablePossible993 Bicycling Bike Bike Repair Biking Cycling Repair
cubedsheep on November 27, 2025 8:19 am I think it’s the pretension plug for the bottom bracket bearings. You can ride without it, but don’t do it for long because riding without correct tension on the bearings will wear them out faster due to increased play.
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I think it’s the pretension plug for the bottom bracket bearings. You can ride without it, but don’t do it for long because riding without correct tension on the bearings will wear them out faster due to increased play.