Titanium Bike Bolts

How many titanium bolts does a mountain bike need? Where are they used?

Frame: The number of titanium bolt on the frame is about 12 pieces
Fork: The number of titanium bolt on the fork is about 8 pieces
Drivetrain: The number of titanium bolt on the drivetrain is about 24 pieces
Brake system: The number of titanium bolt on the brake system is about 16 pieces
So, the total number of titanium bolt required for a mountain bike is about 60 pieces
It should be noted that this is only a possible situation, and the actual situation may vary depending on the bicycle model and configuration.

1. M6*19mm----used on crank screws, rear seat tube screws, disc brake caliper fixing screws; 8 screws are needed for one bike;
2. M6*16mm----used on shifter screws, brake handle screws, and clamp locking wire core; 6 screws are needed for one bike
3. M6*30mm----used on seat post head screws and headset cover screws; 3 screws are needed for one bike;
4. M5*9mm----used on front and rear puller clamp screws; 2 screws are needed for one bike;
5. M5*10mm----used on fixing water bottle cages; 2-4 screws are needed for one bike;
6. M5*12mm----plum blossom design, used on disc brake pad screws; 12 screws are needed for one bike;
7. M5*19mm----used on front derailleur screws; 1 screw is needed for one bike;
8. M5*22mm----used on the front screw of the stem. 4 screws are needed for one bike;

FAQ

01.Is it necessary to use titanium bolt for bicycles?

High-end bicycles are made of special materials, most of which are titanium alloys. Titanium is light, stable, and corrosion-resistant. Titanium is the best match for bicycle accessory screws.

02.What are the specifications of titanium screws for bicycles?

‌The commonly used titanium screws on bicycles include M4, M5, M6, M7 and M8. The screw head shapes and sizes used in the frame, front fork, brake and other parts are different. If you are not sure about the type, we can help you solve this problem.

03.How much lighter can titanium screws for bicycles be?

Many cycling enthusiasts want to know how much weight can be saved by replacing the entire bike with titanium screws. Taking Shimano's 12-speed electronic shifter as an example, the shifting and brake parts alone can save 54 grams, plus other parts such as the seat tube, stem, handlebar, crank, etc., the total weight reduction should be more than 60 grams.

04.How to remove a broken titanium screw on a bicycle?

If the titanium alloy screw is broken, you can use a stronger drill to drill a hole to break the broken wire, and then use a tap to remove the hole.

05.Do titanium bicycle screws not rust? 

Don't worry, titanium bicycle screws won't rust. Titanium is an aerospace-grade material that has the advantage of very good corrosion resistance. They are more corrosion-resistant and fatigue-resistant than traditional screws, and they won't rust. Therefore, they can be used longer and are more environmentally friendly. In addition, because titanium screws are more wear-resistant than traditional screws, they can be used at higher temperatures and pressures.