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gearhead2
Dec 26, 2008, 10:15 AM
I have a bicycle with 26 inch diameter wheels that weighs 200 pounds with the rider on it. The bicycle has two wheels. How much torque would this bicycle need to maintain a constant speed of 20mph? Assuming no air resistance?

kesavan
Dec 28, 2008, 09:44 AM
Good question, please try to answer anyone

harum
Jan 9, 2009, 07:28 PM
What is the friction coefficient?