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You do not have to be afraid to take off your rear wheel to fit the bike in a trunk or fix a flat. Taking off the rear wheel will not mess up the chain or shifting. It is very easy to remove the rear wheel just follow these steps.
![]() 1) Shift the rear derailleur into the smallest rear cog and the smallest chain ring in front to give the chain the most slack. |
![]() ![]() 2) Before loosing quick release un hook brake on mountain bike by sliding noodle out of holder then lifting brake wire and noodle out. On a road bike brake rotate lever sideways which opens the brake up wide enough for the tire to pass between the brake pads. |
![]() 3) pull side ways on quick release lever which will allow wheel to be slid down and out of frame. |